Easter Egg Hunt at Bluff and Summit Park, Westcliffe!
Bookends March 2023
This month the Library wants to spotlight another couple of free, really useful resources that are available directly through the website (wwwwestcusterlibrary.org): Small Engine Repair and Home Improvement. (Both of these can be accessed either from a home computer or from a Library computer.) For both, go to www.westcusterlibrary.org and click on the top blue toolbar “Online Resources”. Once there, scroll down to “EBSCO Databases” and click there. Choose either Small Engine Repair or, down near the bottom, Home Improvement. Click on either one and continue to narrow your search to the motor or improvement project you want.
Small Engine Repair covers: ATVs, generators and other small engines, marine/boat motors, outdoor power equipment (like lawnmowers), personal watercraft, snowmobiles, and tractors. Under each heading are listings by equipment type, make/model, part, and instructions with detailed diagrams and photos. Let’s say your vintage Harley 125 (1967, two-stroke) is having a clutch issue. Once you’re at “Motorcycles” in Small Engine Repair, click the make (Harley-Davidson), model (125) to be taken to the exploded diagrams and clutch repair instructions (quite simple for this model!). Or perhaps your Honda 2012 TRX420 Rancher ATV is having brake problems. Head over to All Terrain Vehicles, the make (Honda), model (TRX420 Rancher) and part list (brakes) to see detailed instructions for replacing/installing the front disc brakes. Check out this huge resource and its extensive list of types of vehicles/engines, makes, and models for repair instructions.
Home Improvement covers decorating, electricity, maintenance, outdoor projects, plumbing, remodeling, woodworking, and an A-Z subject index. Want to build a deck? Check out some guidelines in Outdoor Projects. Wondering if you can fix that leaky bathroom sink yourself? Look under Plumbing, Basic Materials, Tools & Skills to find out, and then follow up with Sinks & Faucets or Plumbing 101. (Or with your local professional plumber, if the repair is outside your skills and tools!) Did you know that March 20-26 is Fix a Leak Week? Check out the most common repair project guidelines and instructions on the Home Improvement main page.
If you’re not into staying home for DIY (Do It Yourself) fixes this month, come get one of the Library’s Experience Kits. We have a Geocaching kit, complete with instructions and a Garmin GPS. There’s also a kit called “Searching for Bigfoot” that’s perfect for parents and kids to do together. (Make sure to catch a photo if you see him!) The Colorado Mining Experience Kit has instructions and pans to search for gold, along with books listing historic Colorado mines. (Make sure to have owner permission before exploring on private land.) The Library has many experience kits for adults, children, and families – come see for yourself and take one home.
Finally, the Library would like to thank everyone who brought, bought, and ate pies and pie slices for our very successful – and tasty – PI Day fundraiser March 14. Look for some new outdoor equipment to check out in the near future!
Janet Rhodes (she/her/hers)
Administrative Co-Director,
West Custer County Library
P. O. Box 689, 209 Main St.
Westcliffe, CO 81252
719/783-9138 x 2 (office)
303/918-1912 (cell)
This month the Library wants to spotlight another couple of free, really useful resources that are available directly through the website (wwwwestcusterlibrary.org): Small Engine Repair and Home Improvement. (Both of these can be accessed either from a home computer or from a Library computer.) For both, go to www.westcusterlibrary.org and click on the top blue toolbar “Online Resources”. Once there, scroll down to “EBSCO Databases” and click there. Choose either Small Engine Repair or, down near the bottom, Home Improvement. Click on either one and continue to narrow your search to the motor or improvement project you want.
Small Engine Repair covers: ATVs, generators and other small engines, marine/boat motors, outdoor power equipment (like lawnmowers), personal watercraft, snowmobiles, and tractors. Under each heading are listings by equipment type, make/model, part, and instructions with detailed diagrams and photos. Let’s say your vintage Harley 125 (1967, two-stroke) is having a clutch issue. Once you’re at “Motorcycles” in Small Engine Repair, click the make (Harley-Davidson), model (125) to be taken to the exploded diagrams and clutch repair instructions (quite simple for this model!). Or perhaps your Honda 2012 TRX420 Rancher ATV is having brake problems. Head over to All Terrain Vehicles, the make (Honda), model (TRX420 Rancher) and part list (brakes) to see detailed instructions for replacing/installing the front disc brakes. Check out this huge resource and its extensive list of types of vehicles/engines, makes, and models for repair instructions.
Home Improvement covers decorating, electricity, maintenance, outdoor projects, plumbing, remodeling, woodworking, and an A-Z subject index. Want to build a deck? Check out some guidelines in Outdoor Projects. Wondering if you can fix that leaky bathroom sink yourself? Look under Plumbing, Basic Materials, Tools & Skills to find out, and then follow up with Sinks & Faucets or Plumbing 101. (Or with your local professional plumber, if the repair is outside your skills and tools!) Did you know that March 20-26 is Fix a Leak Week? Check out the most common repair project guidelines and instructions on the Home Improvement main page.
If you’re not into staying home for DIY (Do It Yourself) fixes this month, come get one of the Library’s Experience Kits. We have a Geocaching kit, complete with instructions and a Garmin GPS. There’s also a kit called “Searching for Bigfoot” that’s perfect for parents and kids to do together. (Make sure to catch a photo if you see him!) The Colorado Mining Experience Kit has instructions and pans to search for gold, along with books listing historic Colorado mines. (Make sure to have owner permission before exploring on private land.) The Library has many experience kits for adults, children, and families – come see for yourself and take one home.
Finally, the Library would like to thank everyone who brought, bought, and ate pies and pie slices for our very successful – and tasty – PI Day fundraiser March 14. Look for some new outdoor equipment to check out in the near future!
Janet Rhodes (she/her/hers)
Administrative Co-Director,
West Custer County Library
P. O. Box 689, 209 Main St.
Westcliffe, CO 81252
719/783-9138 x 2 (office)
303/918-1912 (cell)
Library Sponsors April Poetry Contest
April is National Poetry Month, and the West Custer County Library is sponsoring its annual poetry contest beginning April 1 and ending April 29. Poets of all ages are welcome to participate in the contest and no experience is necessary.
All poetry submissions must include an entry-release form. Forms can be obtained at the library front desk or can be downloaded from www.westcusterlibrary.org. Submissions can be emailed to info@westcusterlibrary.org or dropped off at the library. All completed work must be submitted by Saturday, April 29 at 2 p.m. Poetry contestants will be divided into three categories: adults, teens, and youth. Poems will be judged by the library staff; the three winners will be notified in early May. A gift certificate will be awarded to one adult, one teenager, and one youth, respectively.
For more information on this free library event, please visit www.westcusterlibrary.org.
All poetry submissions must include an entry-release form. Forms can be obtained at the library front desk or can be downloaded from www.westcusterlibrary.org. Submissions can be emailed to info@westcusterlibrary.org or dropped off at the library. All completed work must be submitted by Saturday, April 29 at 2 p.m. Poetry contestants will be divided into three categories: adults, teens, and youth. Poems will be judged by the library staff; the three winners will be notified in early May. A gift certificate will be awarded to one adult, one teenager, and one youth, respectively.
For more information on this free library event, please visit www.westcusterlibrary.org.
Poetry Slam
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
CONTACT
Cathy McCarthy
Adult Services Librarian
West Custer County Library District
Ph: 719.783.9138
Fax: 719.783.2155
cathy@westcusterlibrary.org
www.westcusterlibrary.org
Poetry Slam
The West Custer County Library is sponsoring a Poetry Slam Friday, April 21st at the Silver West Feedstore at 116 N. 2nd St., Westcliffe. This is not your grandma’s poetry slam. Showcase your theatrical skills and share a dramatic poetry reading. Perform any poem. The audience will choose one winner by applause. The Slam will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.
For more information on this free library event, please visit the Library website at www.westcusterlibrary.org.
CONTACT
Cathy McCarthy
Adult Services Librarian
West Custer County Library District
Ph: 719.783.9138
Fax: 719.783.2155
cathy@westcusterlibrary.org
www.westcusterlibrary.org
Poetry Slam
The West Custer County Library is sponsoring a Poetry Slam Friday, April 21st at the Silver West Feedstore at 116 N. 2nd St., Westcliffe. This is not your grandma’s poetry slam. Showcase your theatrical skills and share a dramatic poetry reading. Perform any poem. The audience will choose one winner by applause. The Slam will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public.
For more information on this free library event, please visit the Library website at www.westcusterlibrary.org.
DMV2GO Program in Custer County Monthly
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
CONTACT
Cathy McCarthy
West Custer County Library District
Ph: 719.783.9138
Fax: 719.783.2155
cathy@westcusterlibrary.org
www.westcusterlibrary.org
DMV2GO Program in Custer County Monthly
Sponsored by the Custer County Sheriff’s Office and
The West Custer County Library
The DMV2GO Program will be held at the West Custer County Library Community Room on Thursday, April 20th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Any Coloradan who needs a driver’s license or id card services can utilize this program. The DMV2GO Program is part of the DMV's commitment to serve all Coloradans.
Provided Services: • First time: Colorado Driver License or ID card • Out-of-State Transfers • Renew: Driver License, Permit, Identification Card, • Issue New: Driver License, Permit, Identification Card • Motor Vehicle Records • Reinstatements • Colorado Roads and Community Safety Act services.
Important information:
Questions call Bre Gasper at the Custer County Sheriff’s Office at (719)-269-6517. Or call Cathy McCarthy at the West Custer County Library at (719) 783-9138.
CONTACT
Cathy McCarthy
West Custer County Library District
Ph: 719.783.9138
Fax: 719.783.2155
cathy@westcusterlibrary.org
www.westcusterlibrary.org
DMV2GO Program in Custer County Monthly
Sponsored by the Custer County Sheriff’s Office and
The West Custer County Library
The DMV2GO Program will be held at the West Custer County Library Community Room on Thursday, April 20th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Any Coloradan who needs a driver’s license or id card services can utilize this program. The DMV2GO Program is part of the DMV's commitment to serve all Coloradans.
Provided Services: • First time: Colorado Driver License or ID card • Out-of-State Transfers • Renew: Driver License, Permit, Identification Card, • Issue New: Driver License, Permit, Identification Card • Motor Vehicle Records • Reinstatements • Colorado Roads and Community Safety Act services.
Important information:
- No appointment necessary
- Mobile program accepts credit card payments and checks
- Service for permits and reinstatements is limited
- Written test is not available.
- Customers have to upload their reinstatement documents to mydmv.colorado.gov. It takes up to 72 hours for documents to be processed and cleared off of the account.
Questions call Bre Gasper at the Custer County Sheriff’s Office at (719)-269-6517. Or call Cathy McCarthy at the West Custer County Library at (719) 783-9138.