Mesa County Libraries enrich lives and build community through opportunities to learn, discover, create, and connect. View the services available at the library using the sections below!
A library card is required to access these resources outside of a Mesa County Libraries location. Sign up for one in person.
Here a few of our more popular academic research resources. You can find a complete list here.
This scholarly collection offers information in nearly every area of academic study including: computer sciences, engineering, physics, chemistry, language and linguistics, arts & literature, medical sciences, ethnic studies, and many more. Includes peer-reviewed full-text articles as well as indexed and abstracted articles, and searchable cited references.
Ebsco search interface for grades 6-12. Get topic overviews, browse by category and more.
This database provides over 25,000 encyclopedic entries covering a variety of subject areas.
Comprehensive subject guides from Mesa County Libraries on popular topics such as taxes, legal issues, gardening, community information, hobbies and more.
Indexes more than 560 core journals, nearly 50 priority journals, and nearly 125 selective journals; plus books, research reports and proceedings. This database also contains full text for more than 330 journals and nearly 30 full-text monographs.
More than 700 popular general interest & current events publications with information dating as far back as 1975. Also School Image Collection of photos, maps & flags, color PDFs and expanded full text backfiles (back to 1975) for key magazines.
Learn how to use popular databases and library resources with step-by-step video tutorials.
Index, abstracts, and full text for popular middle school magazines. Also contains 84,774 biographies, 105,786 primary source documents, and a School Image Collection of photos, maps and flags.
Science Reference Center™ is a comprehensive research database that provides easy access to a multitude of full-text science-oriented content. Designed to meet every student’s science research needs, Science Reference Center contains full text for hundreds of science encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals and other sources.
High School Equivalency Classes:
Mesa County Libraries offers two paths to success: GED Prep Classes and Career Online High School. Please contact the Adult Learning Center to enroll now!
Email: [email protected]
Phone number: 970-683-2443
GED Prep Classes
GED classes are offered to prepare adults (17 and older) to pass all four of the GED subject tests. Classes are offered in-person and online, with instructors who will meet you at your level. Learners who participate in this program should anticipate to spend eight hours each week working toward completing their GED. To learn more about getting started, contact 970-683-2443.
Interested in participating in GED classes, but have a learning or testing need? Contact Monica at 970-683-2443 or [email protected]
Interested in earning your high school diploma and a career certificate? Career Online High School is a scholarship opportunity available to adults 19 years and older. Visit the library’s COHS program page to learn more about the program and to apply!
Additional Study Resources:
On-demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning for all ages and levels, including GED prep. Brainfuse HelpNow™ provides differentiated learning solutions for users of diverse needs and background. Students communicate with live tutors using an interactive whiteboard to chat, write, draw, copy/paste text or images and graph homework problems. User guide (pdf) HelpNow demo video
LearningExpress Library is a highly-acclaimed eLearning solution that provides support to students and professionals for academic skill-building, standardized test prep (GED included), career certification test prep and more.
You will need your library card to access some of these materials. If you have never had one before, you can sign up in person.
- Brainfuse HelpNowOn-demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning for all ages and levels. Brainfuse HelpNow™ provides differentiated learning solutions for users of diverse needs and background. Students communicate with live tutors using an interactive whiteboard to chat, write, draw, copy/paste text or images and graph homework problems. User guide (pdf) HelpNow demo video
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Over 500 online non-college credit Continuing Education Courses.
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Test preparation materials and interactive practice exams for GED, academic, civil service, military, and professional licensing and certification exams.
Even more resources can be found here.
You will need your library card to access some of these materials. If you have never had one before, you can sign up in person.
A versatile online service designed to support every step of the job search process. JobNow features live online coaches who can assist in resume/cover letter preparation, and help patrons prepare for job interviews. User guide (pdf) JobNow demo video
In this award-winning job and career platform, patrons can build workplace skills, search for jobs, write winning resumes and cover letters, prepare for interviews, and much more.
Mango prepares learners for realistic conversations and strengthens everyday communication skills in over 70 world languages, including English. Apps available for Apple and Android devices. Mango Quick-Start Guide
- ESL
ESL classes are offered for adults (17 and older) who want to develop their English reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. We have a variety of English classes available to match learner needs and schedules. Contact 970-683-2443 or [email protected] for more information.
You can use your library card to reserve a Study Room to, well, study in or whatever else you want to do.
We have all kinds of events for teens at the library ranging from video games to professional development.
See them all on the Events Calendar.
If there's an event you want but don't see offered, email us at teen (at) mcpld (dot) org.
What is the 970West Studio?
The 970West Studio, located at 5th and Ouray in Grand Junction, is a public multimedia production studio and Artist in Residence space. Library visitors with a card in good standing can attend an orientation and then book times to use the Studio to create and record digital media productions of all types for free.
For more information, please visit the 970 West Studio page.