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Decorating Workshop

P.5 Winter Solstice Celebration P.8 Music at the Library: Sounds of the Season

Frostbite Frights Movie Night P.17 Gingerbread House Extravaganza

P.13 Clay the Table for Teens

WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION

FRI, DEC. 20, 5:30-7PM

EMBRACE THE WINTER SEASON WITH YOUR COMMUNITY!

¡RECIBE LA TEMPORADA DE INVIERNO AL LADO DE TU COMUNIDAD!

WARM FIRE • HOT DRINKS • FOOD • STORIES CRAFTS • AND MORE

FOGATA CÁLIDA • BEBIDAS CALIENTES • COMIDA HISTORIAS • MANUALIDADES • Y MÁS

Adult Programs

Art

Candle Decorating Workshop

Learn to decorate candles with colorful wax sheets. As the seasons change and the temperature drops, this is the perfect time to work on a craft centered around light. We hope the candles you create will bring warmth to your table and to all who share your space. Led by Katherine Reppa, a retired art teacher, you will learn techniques for creating your own unique designs on pillar candles. All materials provided. Registration is required as we have limited seating. Aprende a decorar velas con coloridas hojas de cera. Conforme las estaciones cambian y las temperaturas bajan, aprovechemos el momento perfecto para trabajar en una manualidad centrada en la luz. Es nuestro deseo que las velas que elabores traigan calor a tu mesa y a todos los que comparten tu espacio. Katherine Reppa, una maestra de arte ya jubilada, estará guiando esta actividad en la que aprenderás increíbles técnicas para crear tus propios diseños en velas de pilar. Todos los materiales serán provistos. Se requiere de una inscripción previa para participar en este taller, puesto que el cupo es limitado.

Tues, Dec. 3, 1-2:30PM

Books

Basalt Regional Library Book Club

We'll look at highlights of our favorite new releases and books in the news, and also have an informal round-table discussion of books you've been reading that you'd like to share. Echaremos un vistazo a los puntos más destacados en las noticias sobre los nuevos lanzamientos y publicaciones literarias, además de tener una discusión informal a manera de mesa redonda sobre los libros que has estado leyendo y que te gustaría compartir. Facilitado en inglés.

Wed, Dec. 4, 12-2PM

Book Talk: The Underground Railroad

This month's Book Talk features "The Underground Railroad," a novel by Colson Whitehead. Join us to discuss themes, questions, and what resonated with you during a discussion facilitated by Mary Fox. If you plan to attend, please come to the circulation desk for a free copy (while supplies last).

La conversación literaria de este mes presenta: "The Underground Railroad" (El ferrocarril subterráneo), una novela escrita por Colson Whitehead. Acompáñanos para discutir los temas abordados, hacer preguntas, y para compartir todo aquello que haya resonado contigo durante una discusión facilitada por Mary Fox. Si planeas asistir, por favor ven al mostrador de distribución para recibir un ejemplar (hasta agotar existencias).

Wed, Dec. 4, 5:30-6:30PM

DIY DIY

Looking for a inspiration for gifts, or just a way to spend time with friends and family?

Check out the display at the front of the library for DIY and craft ideas for all ages!

Shop and sew sustainably with how-tos for finding, upcycling, and customizing secondhand clothing.

Upcycle your glass jars and other vessels into useful and lovely objects. Use cuttingedge (and affordable) technology in appealing projects for fathers and daughters to do together. A fresh take on the arrangement and display of flowers.

Banned Book Club: Pet

Diseñado exclusivamente para l@s audaces y curios@s, el Club de Libros Prohibidos es un espacio seguro e incluyente para que l@s lector@s exploren literatura que ha desafiado las normas, provocado la censura, y dado luz a conversaciones importantes a lo largo de la historia. Este mes leeremos “Pet” (Mascota), escrito por Akwaeke Emezi. ¿Qué es lo que hace realmente a un monstruo, y cómo puedes salvar al mundo de algo que nadie admite que existe?

Thurs, Dec. 12, 4-5PM

Community

Winter Solstice Celebration

Embrace the winter season with your community at the library! We're celebrating the Winter Solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year, with a festive gathering featuring a variety of activities designed to warm the heart. We'll have hot beverages, food, crafts, storytelling, and smores as we gather around the fire pit behind the library lawn. This program is open to all ages. Seating will be limited, so please bring lawn chairs if you have them. Please note this is an outdoor event, so come bundled up as we gather together!

¡Recibe la temporada de invierno al lado de tu comunidad en la biblioteca! Estaremos celebrando el Solsticio de Invierno (el día más corto y la noche más larga del año) con una reunión de celebración en la que presentaremos una gran variedad de actividades diseñadas para dar calor a nuestros corazones. Disfrutaremos de bebidas calientes, comida, manualidades, cuentos y golosinas, mientras nos reunimos alrededor del fuego en la hoguera situada en el césped posterior de la biblioteca. Este programa es para personas de todas las edades. Contamos con un número limitado de asientos, así que trae tus propias sillas si es que cuentas con ellas. Toma en cuenta que esta actividad será al aire libre, así que, ¡abrígate bien para disfrutar de esta reunión! Fri, Dec. 20, 5:30-7PM

Gather around the table for a family game night!

Environment

Grappling with Barriers to Agricultural Water Conservation on Colorado's West Slope

The Upper Colorado River Commission identifies voluntary and compensated reductions in consumptive water use as an important tool for managing Colorado River water supplies in the face of a drying climate and falling water levels in Lake Powell. Water leasing programs are also an important tool for watershed groups like the Roaring Fork Conservancy working to meet local environmental flow targets. However, participation rates in water conservation programs remain low locally and regionally. Seth Mason will share insights from research activities conducted in the Roaring Fork Watershed and across Colorado's West Slope that probe the factors that limit water conservation program participation rates and attempt to identify opportunities for increasing the appeal and effectiveness of future water conservation programs. This is a Roaring Fork Conservancy Program as part of the Brooksher Watershed Institute. Registration is required as seating is limited. La comisión Upper Colorado River se encarga de identificar reducciones voluntarias y por compensación en el uso de agua para consumo como una herramienta importante para el control de la reserva de agua del río Colorado ante las sequías y la reducción en los niveles de agua en Lake Powell. Los programas de arrendamiento de agua también son una herramienta importante para grupos defensores de las cuencas fluviales, como Roaring Fork Conservancy, organización que trabaja para alcanzar los objetivos ambientales locales de flujo fluvial. Sin embargo, los índices de participación en los programas de conservación de agua siguen siendo bajos tanto a nivel local como regional. Seth Mason compartirá información y datos sobre las actividades de investigación conducidas en el área conocida como Roaring Fork Watershed y a lo largo de la ladera oeste de Colorado. Su intención es explorar los factores que limitan las tasas de participación en los programas de conservación de agua en un intento por identificar las diversas oportunidades que puedan incrementar el atractivo y la efectividad de los programas de conservación de agua en el futuro. Éste es un programa ofrecido por Roaring Fork Conservancy como parte de Brooksher Watershed Institute. El programa será facilitado en inglés. Una inscripción es requerida para participar en este evento puesto que el cupo es limitado. Thurs, Dec. 5, 5-6:30PM

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Handiwork

Yarn Group

Knitters and crocheters (and any other yarn workers) come together to work on and discuss projects, yarn, and techniques. Tod@s l@s tejedor@s, con agujas y ganchos (y much@s otr@s trabajador@s del estambre) se reúnen para trabajar y conversar sobre proyectos, estambre y técnicas. Tod@s son bienvenid@s. Tuesdays, 5-7PM (No Yarn Group Dec. 24 & 31)

Library Business

Facilities Committee Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Library’s Facilities Committee. Open to the public.

Ésta es una reunión del Comité de Instalaciones de la Biblioteca Regional de Basalt. Abierta al público en general.

Wed, Dec. 4, 4:30-5:30PM

Finance Committee Meeting & Public Budget Hearing

Monthly meeting of the Library’s Finance Committee. Open to the public. Includes a public hearing of the proposed 2025 budgets. Ésta es una reunión del Comité de Finanzas de la Biblioteca Regional de Basalt. Abierta al público en general. Incluye una audiencia pública sobre los presupuestos sugeridos para 2025 tendrá.

Wed, Dec. 11, 5:15-5:30PM

Board of Trustees Meeting

Monthly meeting of the Library’s Board of Trustees. Open to the public.

Ésta es la reunión de la Junta Directiva de la Biblioteca Regional de Basalt y está abierta al público.

Wed, Dec. 11, 5:45-7PM

Policy Committee Meeting

A meeting of Basalt Regional Library's Policy Committee. Una reunión del Comité de Política de la Biblioteca Regional de Basalt.

Tues, Dec. 17, 10-11AM

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Music

Music at the Library: Sounds of the Season

Start the season with joyous holiday music performed by the Roaring Fork Youth Orchestra. You will have an opportunity to sing along to familiar songs and carols accompanied by a full orchestra!

Comienza la temporada con jubilosos sonidos de fiesta, interpretados por Roaring Fork Youth Orchestra. ¡Tendrás la oportunidad de cantar villancicos y otros temas conocidos en compañía de una orquesta completa!

Sun, Dec. 8, 3-4PM

Technology Classes

Looking for tech help? Sign-up for a half hour appointment to walk through your questions at basaltlibrary.org/tech-help.

Intro to iPad

Whether you are new to using an iPad or just need a refresher, this class will help get you familiar with what the iPad has to offer. Switching between running apps, using Siri, and more will be covered.

Ya sea que seas nuev@ haciendo uso de un iPad o que sólo necesites una actualización, esta clase te ayudará a familiarizarte con todo lo que tu iPad tiene que ofrecer. Cubriremos temas como el cambio de una aplicación en marcha a otra, el uso de Siri, y muchas funciones más.

Tues, Dec. 10, 2:30-3:30PM

ADVENTURE AWAITS ADVENTURE AWAITS

Ready to embrace winter?

Borrow snowshoes FREE with your library card and hit the trails with ease.

Writing

Memoir Writing for Older Adults

Everyone has a story. Everyone is a memoir. Taught by Jessica Amber Barnum, this workshop series will facilitate thoughtful discussions about “being a writer” and the art of writing, provide space to practice mindfulness for awakening our Writer Muses, expand our memoir writing with wordplay and figurative language, read sections of published memoirs for inspiration, and dive into prompts to recall and ignite the stories inside of us. We'll jump “write” in to write and inspire each other! Todos tenemos una historia. Todos tenemos una autobiografía.

Impartida por Jessica Amber Barnum, esta serie de talleres facilitará discusiones profundas sobre “ser escritor(a)” y el arte de la escritura; proporcionará un espacio para practicar la conciencia plena para despertar a nuestras Musas de la Escritura; enriquecerá nuestra autobiografía con juegos de palabras y lenguaje figurativo; nos permitirá leer fragmentos de autobiografías publicadas para inspirarnos; y nos ayudará a explorar ideas para recordar y encender a las historias que viven en nuestro interior. ¡Comenzaremos de inmediato a redactar, inspirándonos mutuamente!

Mondays, 1:30-3PM

Looking to measure light pollution? The Sky Quality Meter-L is now available at your library!

This easy-to-use, handheld device provides accurate readings of night sky brightness, helping you assess light pollution in your area. Whether you're an astronomer, a stargazer, or a dark sky advocate, the SQM-L is the perfect tool for your next adventure.

Learn more at basalt.marmot.org or by scanning the QR code.

DELICIOUS HOLIDAY RECIPES

By Amy Schuster Holidays.

Whether you love or loathe them, you can’t deny that food around this time of year is pretty satisfying. There is truly nothing better than waking up on either Christmas or Thanksgiving morning to the smell of food. I always look forward to helping my mom out around the kitchen and being her sous chef, generally while there is a football game on in the background. If Christmas songs only had more lyrics about stuffing your face or food comas, it would definitely

boost my ‘holiday spirit’ and make me want to sing along (off key of course). Just thinking about food you eat over the holidays makes my mouth water. Here are some of my favorite Christmas and Thanksgiving foods below! They are suitable for all holiday festivities and occasions.

Escalloped Corn (aka Corn Casserole)

This delicious recipe came from my grandma, Lucille Wallace, who passed it down to other generations. This is my family’s version of a classic dish. This

comfort food is perfect for any occasion and is very easy to prepare! You will need:

• One egg

• 1 cup of sour cream

• ½ cup of melted oleo

• ¼ tsp. of butter flavoring

• 1 can of whole corn, undrained

• 1 can of cream style corn

• 1 small package of Jiffy cornbread mix

Mix all ingredients together. Put into well-oiled heating dish.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Serves 6-8.

Frozen Cranberry Salad

This yummy side dish was introduced to our family by my mom’s old roommate, Christa Mossman. It is perfect for Christmas and Thanksgiving dinner or for a Friendsgiving potluck. This recipe calls for:

• 1 14 oz can of Eagle Brand Sweetened Milk

• ¼ cup of real lemon juice

• 1 16 oz can of whole berry cranberry sauce

• 1 20 oz can of crushed pineapple (drained)

• ½ cup of chopped nuts (walnuts)

• 1 9 oz container whipped cream (thawed)

• Lettuce leaves

In a large bowl, combine milk and lemon juice. Stir in cranberry sauce and nuts.

Fold in whipped topping. Spread in a 13” x 9” dish.

Freeze till firm. Remove from the freezer 10 minutes before cutting. Serve on lettuce.

Note: Return any leftovers to the freezer.

Pumpkin Pie

You didn’t think I would forget the dessert did you? I’m going to conclude this on a sweet note (pun intended) with this favorite of mine: the glorious pumpkin pie. This recipe is taken from the cookbook, “Simply Delicious Desserts” published by Borden Inc.

• 1 (9-inch) unbaked pastry shell

• 1 (16-ounce) can pumpkin (2 cups)

• 1 (14-ounce) can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk (NOT evaporated milk)

• 2 eggs

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon of ground ginger

• ½ teaspoon of ground nutmeg

• ½ teaspoon of salt

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. In a large mixer bowl, combine all ingredients except the pastry shell; mix well.

Pour into the pastry shell. Bake for 15 minutes.

Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees; bake 35 to 40 minutes longer or until knife inserted 1 inch from the edge comes out clean. Enjoy!

Teen Programs

Frostbite Frights Movie Night

Tis the season for holiday horror and frightful festivities! We're watching Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, while enjoying popcorn, beverages, and holiday cheer. This movie night is open to moviegoers of all ages. The movie is rated PG. ¡Es la temporada perfecta para festejar el horror y celebrar el terror! Veremos la película “The Nightmare Before Christmas” de Tim Burton (conocida en Hispanoamérica como “El extraño mundo de Jack”), mientras disfrutamos de palomitas de maíz y bebidas deliciosas, además de gozar con la alegría de las fiestas decembrinas. Esta noche de película está destinada a los aficionados al cine de todas las edades. La película estiene clasificación PG (se recomienda la supervisión de los padres). El programa será facilitado en inglés. Mon, Dec. 2, 4:30-6PM

Middle Schoolers' Creative Writing Club

Do you have creative writing ideas stirring in your imagination? Do you like to read and write poems, plays, stories, songs, and more? Come to The Creative Writing Club! Learn writing style strategies, play wordplay games, engage in yoga & mindfulness to spark creativity, empower your voice during our spoken word sessions, receive prizes, and write, write, write your masterpieces! ¿Tienes ideas de redacción creativa que se agitan en tu imaginación? ¿Te gusta leer y escribir poemas, guiones teatrales, historias, canciones, y más? ¡Únete al Club de Redacción Creativa! Aprende estrategias de estilo para redacción y participa en juegos de palabras, yoga y conciencia plena para despertar tu creatividad, empoderar tu voz durante nuestras sesiones dedicadas a la palabra hablada, recibir premios y… ¡escribir, escribir, escribir tus obras maestras! El programa será facilitado en inglés. Wed, Dec. 4 & 18, 2:30-3:30PM

Middle School Birding Club

Discover the wonders of the avian world with our Middle School Birding Club at the library! Whether you're a budding birder or just curious about the birds in your backyard, this club is the perfect place to learn, explore, and share your love for our feathered friends. No prior birding experience is needed—just bring your enthusiasm and a sense of adventure. Registration is strongly recommended. ¡Descubre las maravillas del mundo aviar con nuestro Club de Observación de Aves para la Escuela Media en la biblioteca! Ya sea que seas un(@) observador(@) de aves incipiente o que simplemente tengas curiosidad respecto a los pájaros de tu jardín trasero, este club es el sitio perfecto para aprender, explorar y compartir tu amor por nuestros amigos emplumados. No es necesario contar con experiencia previa —sólo trae contigo tu entusiasmo y espíritu de aventura. Recomendamos ampliamente una inscripción previa. El programa será facilitado en inglés. Thurs, Dec. 5 & 12, 3:45-4:45PM

Tabletop Game Night for Teens

Grab your dice and a spirit of competition because we're starting a monthly tabletop and board game night specifically for teens! Whether you love coop, strategy, or legacy games, we'll have options galore. Come meet fellow gaming enthusiasts, enjoy some snacks, and play to win. This program is for high schoolers (Grades 9+). Registration is recommended, but not required.

Trae tus dados y tu espíritu de competencia, ¡porque estamos dando inicio a una noche mensual de juegos de mesa destinado especialmente a tod@s los adolescentes! Ya sea que te agraden los juegos de colaboración, los de estrategia o los de legado, contaremos con infinidad de opciones. Ven a conocer a otros entusiastas del juego, disfruta de algunos refrigerios, y juega hasta ganar. Este programa es para estudiantes de la escuela media superior (high school), del 9º grado en adelante. Te recomendamos que te inscribas de antemano, pero no es un requisito.

Mon, Dec. 9, 4-6PM

Gingerbread House Extravaganza

Come one, come all to decorate your own gingerbread house for the holiday season! We'll put on some seasonal tunes, drink hot cocoa, and give out raffle tickets for the chance to win prizes! It's a cozy Basalt tradition you won't want to miss out on. For all ages. ¡Vengan todos a decorar su propia casa de pan de jengibre para la temporada de fiestas decembrinas! ¡Estaremos disfrutando villancicos, beberemos chocolate caliente y tendremos boletos para sorteos en los que podrás ganar premios! Es una acogedora tradición de la biblioteca de Basalt que no querrás perderte. Este programa es para participantes de todas las edades. Wed, Dec. 11, 2:30-3:30PM

Banned Book Club: Pet

Designed exclusively for the daring and curious, Banned Book Club is a safe and inclusive space for readers to explore literature that has challenged norms, defied censorship, and sparked important conversations throughout history. This book club is intergenerational; adults and high schoolers are invited to join. This month we are reading Pet by Akwaeke Emezi. What really makes a monster, and how do you save the world from something no one will admit exists? Diseñado exclusivamente para l@s audaces y curios@s, el Club de Libros Prohibidos es un espacio seguro e incluyente para que l@s lector@s exploren literatura que ha desafiado las normas, provocado la censura, y dado luz a conversaciones importantes a lo largo de la historia. Este mes leeremos “Pet” (Mascota), escrito por Akwaeke Emezi. ¿Qué es lo que hace realmente a un monstruo, y cómo puedes salvar al mundo de algo que nadie admite que existe?

Thurs, Dec. 12, 4-5PM

Clay the Table for Teens

Bring your creativity to the table—literally! Join us for a two-part hands-on workshop where you’ll sculpt air-dry clay into beautiful, functional pieces like candle holders, napkin rings, and other unique decorations for your dining table. Whether you’re crafting for yourself or making gifts for the holidays, you’ll learn how to shape and decorate your clay creations with your own personal style during the first session. All materials are provided, so just bring your imagination and get ready to craft something that will light up your table! This program is for middle and high schoolers. Registration is strongly recommended.

Trae tu creatividad a la mesa (¡Literalmente!) Acompáñanos en un taller práctico de dos partes, en el cual podrás esculpir hermosas piezas funcionales utilizando arcilla, tales como portavelas, anillos para servilletas y otras decoraciones únicas para la mesa de tu comedor. Ya sea que desees crear estas piezas para ti o que desees utilizarlas como regalos para la temporada de fiestas en diciembre, aprenderás a darle forma a tus creaciones y a decorarlas en un estilo propio durante la primera sesión. Todos los materiales serán provistos, así que sólo necesitas traer tu imaginación y prepararte para elaborar algo que con seguridad iluminará tu mesa. Este programa es para chic@s cursando las escuelas media (middle school) y media superior (high school). Recomendamos ampliamente una inscripción previa.

Mon, Dec. 16 & Thurs, Dec. 19, 4-5:30PM

GET THE GANG TOGETHER FOR SOME GAMING!

Work together or battle it out to the end.

COME TO THE TABLE

Teen Fiction

Teen Non-Fiction

Middle School Fiction

Middle School Non-Fiction

Kids Fiction

Kids Non-Fiction

Children's Programs

Raising a Reader: Bolsitas Rojas

Raising a Reader- Aspen to Parachute invites you to our "Little Red Bag Club" for parents and their 0-5 year old children who are not enrolled in school. Join us for a weekly hour of story time, activities and snacks. Our classes support brain development and social skills. Raising a Reader Aspen to Parachute te invita a participar en el club de Bolsitas Rojas, diseñado para pequeñ@s de 0 a 5 años (no inscrit@s en un programa preescolar) y l@s adult@s a su cuidado. Acompáñanos cada semana durante una hora en la que tendremos cuentos, actividades y refrigerios. Este programa fomenta el desarrollo cerebral de los niñ@s y sus aptitudes de interacción social.

Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30AM (No storytime Dec. 24 & 31)

Storytime

We are excited to invite families to our early literacy story times. Designed for all ages, we will enjoy stories, songs, and action rhymes in the Community Room. Sitting still is not a requirement for storytime. Young children can reap the benefits of storytelling and songs even while wandering. Give it a try. We would love to see you! Diseñada para niñ@s de todas las edades. Disfrutaremos de cuentos, canciones y acciones con rimas. ¡Sentarse quietecit@s no es un requisito! L@s niñ@s pequeñ@s pueden recibir los beneficios de los cuentos y las canciones aun cuando se mantengan explorando. Ven a conocer el programa. ¡Estamos deseosos de verte! Facilitado en inglés.

Wednesdays, 10:30-11AM (No storytime Dec. 25)

Storytime Playgroup

An engaging time where you and your child are invited to listen to stories, participate in large motor movement, experience sensory activities, and be able to interact with other children and caregivers. This is geared to children 0-3 years old.

Tiempo destinado al aprendizaje, en que tu pequeñ@ y tú están invitad@s a escuchar cuentos, participar en extensas actividades de movimiento, experimentar actividades sensoriales e interactuar con otros niñ@s y adult@s a su cuidado. Este programa está destinado a pequeñ@s de 0 a 3 años de edad. Facilitado en inglés. Fridays, 10:30-11AM (No playgroup on Dec. 27)

Holiday Treat Bags for Kids

Let's start a new holiday tradition! Children ages 6-10 years are invited to come and make holiday themed treats. You will be able to leave with a gift bag of treats to share with your family and/or friends.

¡Comencemos una nueva tradición para las fiestas decembrinas! L@s nin@s de 6 a 10 años de edad están cordialmente invitad@s a venir a preparar golosinas inspiradas en la temporada. Tendrás la oportunidad de llevarte una bolsa llena de golosinas que podrás compartir con tu familia y amig@s.

Wed, Dec. 4, 2:30-3:30PM

Paws to Read

This program is for children in grades 1st - 3rd who want to practice their reading skills by reading one of their favorite books to a dog! Each child will have 15 minutes of time to read with their canine friend. Registration is required and each child will have an email reminder the day before.

Este programa es para chic@s cursando del 1er al 3er grado que deseen practicar sus aptitudes de lectura leyéndole uno de sus libros favoritos… ¡a un perrito! Cada chic@ contará con 15 minutos de tiempo para leerle a su amigo canino. Se requiere una inscripción previa para participar en este programa y l@s participantes recibirán un recordatorio por correo electrónico un día antes. El programa será facilitado en inglés.

Tues, Dec. 10, 3:45-4:45PM

Gingerbread House

Extravaganza

¡Vengan todos a decorar su propia casa de pan de jengibre para la temporada de fiestas decembrinas! ¡Estaremos disfrutando villancicos, beberemos chocolate caliente y tendremos boletos para sorteos en los que podrás ganar premios! Es una acogedora tradición de la biblioteca de Basalt que no querrás perderte. Este programa es para participantes de todas las edades.

Wed, Dec. 11, 2:30-3:30PM

STEM with the Aspen Science Center

Join the Aspen Science Center to dive into a STEM topic with hands-on, engaging activities! Every third Wednesday after school, kids 5-11 and their families can come enjoy hands-on science activities.

Sumérgete en un tema distinto cada mes en las áreas de Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas, con interesantes actividades prácticas. Perfecto para niñ@s de 5 a 11 años y sus familias. Facilitado en inglés. Wed, Dec. 18, 2:30-3:30PM

NEW RELEASES

FICTION

TO DIE FOR

David Baldacci

LAZARUS MAN

Richard Price

NONFICTION

DIDION & BABITZ

Lili Anolik

THE TREE ATLAS

Lonely Planet

THE WOOD AT MIDWINTER

Susanna Clarke

THE MISTLETOE MYSTERY

Nita Prose

HALF BAKED HARVEST COOKBOOK

Tiechan Gerard

HOW TO LET THINGS GO

Shunmyo Masuno

OUR EVENINGS

Alan Hollinghurst

THE MIRROR

Nora Roberts

TOOTH AND CLAW

THE MORE THE TERRIER

David Rosenfelt

THE BIBLE: A GLOBAL HISTORY

Bruce Gordon

WHAT THE CHICKEN KNOWS

Sy Montgomery

Craig Johnson THE SERVICEBERRY

Robin Wall Kimmerer

HEARTBREAK IS THE NATIONAL ANTHEM

Rob Sheffield

THE CITY AND ITS UNCERTAIN WALLS

Haruki Murakami

THE AUTHOR'S GUIDE TO MURDER

Beatriz Williams

GENESIS

Henry Kissinger

Melania Trump

RELEASES

TEENS

SKYSHADE

Alex Aster WARRIOR OF LEGEND

Kendare Blake

KIDS

ROBOTS

Henry Admoni

LOST IN THE EMPIRE CITY Avi

PICTURE BOOKS

CHRISTMAS COOKBOOK FOR KIDS

David Atherton

NARWHAL: UNICORN OF THE SEA

Ben Clanton

BANE OF ASGARD

Cinda Williams

Chima

TEEN TITANS: STARFIRE Kami Garcia

WHERE THE LIBRARY HIDES

Isabel Ibañez

WHICH WAY AROUND THE GALAXY

Cressida Cowell

THE HOTEL BALZAAR

Kate DiCamillo

MINECRAFT: JOURNEY TO THE ANCIENT CITY

Danny Lore

UMAMI

Jacob Grant

IN PRAISE OF MYSTERY

Ada Limón

TUMBLEBABY

Adam Rex

3-4PM Music at the Library: Sounds of the Season with Roaring Fork Youth Orchestra

1:30-3PM Memoir Writing for Older Adults

4:30-6PM Frostbite Frights Movie Night 3

10:30-11:30AM Raising a Reader: Bolsitas Rojas

1-2:30PM Candle Decorating Workshop

1:30-3PM Memoir Writing for Older Adults

5-7PM Yarn Group 4 10:30-11AM Storytime

12-2PM Basalt Regional Library Book Club

2:30-3:30PM Holiday Treat Bags for Kids

2:30-3:30PM Middle Schoolers' Creative Writing Club

4:30-5:30PM BRLD Facilities Committee Meeting

5:30-6:30PM Book Talk: The Underground Railroad

3:45-4:45PM Middle School Birding Club

5-6:30M Grappling with Barriers to Agricultural Water Conservation on Colorado's West Slope 6 10:30-11AM Storytime Playgroup

4-6PM Tabletop Game Night for Teens 10 10:30-11:30AM Raising a Reader: Bolsitas Rojas

4-5:30PM Clay the Table for Teens

2:30-3:30PM Intro to iPad

3:45-4:45PM Paws to Read 5-7PM Yarn Group

Storytime 2:30-3:30PM Gingerbread House Extravaganza

5:15-5:30PM BRLD Finance Committee Meeting 5:45-7PM BRLD Board of Trustees Meeting

10-11AM BRLD Policy Committee

2:30-3:30PM Middle Schoolers' Creative Writing Club

2:30-3:30PM STEM with the Aspen Science Center

Middle School Birding Club 4-5PM Banned Book Club: Pet

EVENTS, DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Check basaltlibrary.org/events-calendar for up to date info. We support the Town of Basalt’s Green Initiatives

4-5:30PM Clay the Table for Teens