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How to freeze holds when you are busy plus new roaming book club

With the busy summer season underway, we wanted to remind you that you can freeze, or suspend, your holds on books or other materials if you don’t have time for them now. The best part is …

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Take precautions in hot weather and smoky conditions

Hopefully, the daytime temperature will become more comfortable in the upcoming weeks. In the meantime, it’s important to be aware of the danger of high temperatures and the smoky air from the …

ASI fueled by motivated staff, volunteers

How does Archuleta Seniors Inc (ASI) provide lunches to our Meals on Wheels clients and check in seniors for our dine-in and Grab ‘N’ Go lunches? How does ASI have all of its classes and …

Library closed until Monday due to start of expansion construction

This week we remain closed until Saturday, Aug. 9, to keep you safe as construction begins on our expansion project.   During this time, we will be constructing a new entrance and walkway …

New educational opportunity for nature enthusiasts available

Colorado State University (CSU) Extension, in partnership with Colorado Parks and Wildlife, is proud to announce the launch of the Rocky Mountain Naturalist Certificate (RMN) — a unique, …

Legacies: August 7, 2025

100 years ago Taken from SUN files of August 7, 1925 On Wednesday afternoon of last week, Frank McMillan of Allison, while driving a four-horse team pulling a wagon-load of coal across the …

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Archuleta County Fair set for this weekend

The tents are up, projects are on exhibit, the animals are in place — it must be time for the Archuleta County Fair. Celebrate 74 years of “A Timeless Tradition” at the county …

Library closes for a week and some activity locations will change

We will close next Monday, Aug. 4, through Saturday, Aug. 9, to keep you safe as construction begins on our expansion project. During this time, we will be constructing a new entrance and …

Legacies: July 31, 2025

100 years ago Taken from SUN files of July 31, 1925 The county health officer suggests that, owing to the prevalence of considerable bowel trouble in this county at present, all drinking …

Appetizers and snacks: the meal before the meal

It’s just a few bites of food. How is it possible that eating appetizers and snacks can account for 25 percent of our daily calories? The culprit? Fat. From a culinary perspective, …

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Tips for remaining independent at home

Part of the mission of Archuleta Seniors Inc. (ASI) is to provide services that help seniors live at home, including the dine-in and grab ‘n’ go lunches, Meals on Wheels, classes such as …

Summer reading finale party set for next Friday, then library closes for a week

Next Friday, Aug. 1, marks the end of our hugely successful Summer Reading Program. We will gather from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for a free fun celebration that includes games, activities, the grand prize …

Legacies: July 24, 2025

100 years ago Taken from SUN files of July 24, 1925 While coming to town Sunday evening, Howard Hill’s Ford touring car slipped off the muddy grade on its side. None of the five …

Weed management: weeds and wildlife

The term “noxious weeds” might conjure images in your head of abandoned fields of spiny thistles along the highway, or the too-often-ignored signage at the boot brush station at your …

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Archuleta Seniors Inc. features local produce

Archuleta Seniors Inc. (ASI) purchases fresh, local produce, with the partial assistance of a small grant, for eligible participants. Lettuces, chard, green onions and more are provided every …

Three-day Friends summer book sale opens today

The hugely popular three-day Friends of the Library book sale happens this weekend at the Community United Methodist Church located downtown at 434 Lewis St. You can take advantage of great …

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