Eagle Valley Library District

Services: Educational programs, Educational resources, Library of Things, Spark Studio, Community rooms.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Training required for Spark Studio use. Community rooms and spaces are able to be reserved by non-profits and are otherwise available on a first-come, first-served basis to the public. No requirements to attend programs, use computers, browse resources, or spend time in the library. Photo ID needed to obtain a library card to check out materials.

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Elevar

Services: Elevar is a leadership development program that provides community development through grantmaking and program-related investments to emerging entrepreneurs from the Latinx and people of color communities.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: We are looking for early-stage entrepreneurs from the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) community. “Early stage” means that you are in your initial stages of operation, growth, and product or service development. You may still be refining your concept, conducting market research, and/or building your minimum viable product (MVP). Cohort applications open annually around November/December.

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English In Action

Services: English Language Development. Individual Tutoring: Adults who want to improve their English skills are assigned to volunteer tutors. Tutoring pairs meet one hour a week. Open Hours: Created to give the students on our waiting list a way to start learning English right away. Open Hours is an informal, conversation-based walk-in class, currently offered at the Carbondale Library on Mondays from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. taught by volunteer tutors. Small Group Tutoring: Offers students the opportunity to learn practical English from a volunteer tutor within the space of a small group class of learners with relatively similar English levels.

Cost: Minimal cost $0-$25 depending on program, call for further information.

Eligibility: Any immigrant who wishes to learn English. Walk-ins welcome (once our new building is finished! – est. summer 2025). In the meantime, please call to schedule an appointment.

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Valley Settlement – Familia, Amigos y Vecinos / Family, Friends and Neighbors

Services: Home Visiting & Provider Coaching. This program provides informal, in-home childcare workers the skills and tools they need to ensure children are in a safe and healthy environment. Commit to this 2-year in-home coaching and training program to improve the quality, safety and care for children.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Adult providing childcare for 1 or more children in their home. Call for enrollment information

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Valley Settlement – Educacion Continua / Lifelong Learning

Services: Adult English Development, Computer Literacy, Basic Spanish and Math educational programs/classes. Virtual and in-person classes located in Basalt, Carbondale and Glenwood Springs.

Cost: Free

Eligibility: Must be 18 years or older. Please fill out paperwork and attend the program orientation before starting a class. For more information about the registration process and next steps call or email.

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