Questa’s community came together this summer to celebrate stories, imagination, and adventure during the annual Summer Reading Program (SRP). With the theme “Color Our World,” the program offered a blend of creativity, learning, and entertainment that captivated readers of all ages.

Attendance & Participation

Community engagement was fantastic, and enthusiasm reached an all-time high:
• Registered readers: 46
• Total participation (including performers, staff, volunteers, and parents): 502

Activities & Events

Highlights from this year’s SRP included:
Meeting local truckers and learning about their rigs!
A heartfelt thank you to Tyler from Latir Fire, Sergio, Tommy from Kit Carson, Dave from Entact, Questa Officers Keith and Anthony, Paul and the Carson National Forest team (with two trucks!), Daniel and Greg from Questa EMS, Tony from Questa Fire, Justine from Mountain Range Supply, “Shorty” with the big rig, Adrienne and Michael from Kit Carson, and Jay with “The Thing” (not a truck, but absolutely cool!).

Showcased chalk art on the Village play court
Big thanks to Mary Jo Kelly, Anna Fuenning, Claire Coté, Jenny Kostecki Shaw, Betsy Irwin, Alyssah Duran, Ray Lewis, and Mark Lewis Wagner for generously sharing your talents with the children of Questa.

• • Special visits from the New Mexico Office of Archaeological Studies and the WOW (Wonders on Wheels) Museum from the New Mexico State Library

Thank You, Questa!

The Summer Reading Program wouldn’t be possible without the support of our incredible families, volunteers, and sponsors. And thank you Monica, our SRP Director! Thank you to the local merchants who generously donated funds for healthy snacks and amazing prizes:

• North Star
• Questa Auto Parts
• Questa Lumber Yard
• Rael’s Coffee Shop
• Wildcat’s Den
• Rosie’s Smokehouse
• Questa Credit Union
• Sangre de Cristo Valley Market
• Furniture Barn
• JB & Co. Auto Repair
• Jay’s Unique Thrift Store
• Questa Lodge & RV Park
• My Tia’s Café
• Thrift de Questa

And a special thank you to the Taos Community Foundation, Chevron Grants for Good, and the Friends of the Questa Public Library—your ongoing support uplifts both our library and our beautiful community.
As fall approaches, we look forward to continuing the joy of reading with upcoming library programs—so keep your eyes on the next chapter!