Mancos Public Library announces free, upcoming January events for all ages

The Mancos Public Library has multiple free events scheduled for the rest of January. (Journal file photo)
The next event will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10 along with recurring programs

The Mancos Public Library, 211 W. First St., is hosting a variety of free programs throughout January, including educational sessions, teen activities, a wildlife presentation and weekly recurring family events, according to the library’s newsletter.

A free teen cafe featuring dinner and a movie is scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 10, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., and another drop-in teen game night will take place Friday, Jan. 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information on teen programs, call (970) 533-7600.

On Thursday, Jan. 15, the library will offer three distinct programs. An Introduction to Medicare session runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This session is designed to make the Medicare program less confusing for attendees.

Four Corners Tax Help will provide free tax return preparation and filing from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. for low- to moderate-income individuals and those 60 years old and older. Reservations for this event are required and can be done by calling (970) 553-9150.

At 3:30 p.m., carnivore ecologist and Presidential Research Fellow Aidan Branney will present a field talk and photo presentation on lions, giraffes and carnivore ecology in Namibia. He will also be sharing insights into wildlife conservation and lion-prey dynamics. For the Medicare and Branney events, call (970) 533-7600.

Recurring weekly programs include story time for children and families every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., and “Fridays at the Library,” a drop-in program with activities for all ages starting at 9 a.m. each Friday.

For general inquiries, contact the library at (970) 533-7600.