Falcon Fall Bookmobile Schedule(August 29 – December 31)Monday (No stops on Nov. 7)Ellicott – Ellicott Elementary School 9:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.Falcon – Falcon Retail Center 3:10 p.m. – 4 p.m.Tuesday (No stops on Dec. 6)Calhan – Calhan School 10 a.m. – NoonPeyton – Peyton Elementary School 1:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.WednesdayRush – Miami Yoder School 10 a.m. – Noon; 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.Thursday (No stops on Nov. 24)Falcon – Falcon Retail Center 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.Black Forest – 12002 Vollmer Rd. 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Black Forest – Black Forest and Shoup roads 1:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.Friday (No stops on Nov. 25, Dec. 23 and Dec. 30)Edison – Edison School 11 a.m. – NoonHanover – Hanover School 1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.Saturday (No stops Dec. 24)Calhan – Calhan Town Hall 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Falcon – Falcon Retail Center 1:45 p.m. – 4 p.m.Library programs for NovemberAll Library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For more information, visit ppld.orgBriargate grand opening celebrationCelebrate the opening of Pikes Peak Library District’s newest branch library at this event for all ages. The day will include children’s programs, a singing performance, a “Library Craft Smackdown,” a science class, and a geocaching seminar about the sport of high-tech treasure hunting. Refreshments, door prizes and give-aways available. Call 260-6882 for a complete schedule of events.Saturday, Nov. 5, from 9:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Briargate BrancheBranch now openBrowse and download eAudios and eBooks directly to your computer or portable device 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The eBranch offers a growing collection of online fiction and nonfiction books and audio books (eBooks and eAudios), from classic to popular titles as they become available. At the eBranch, access the eCatalog, find information on software downloads, and link to other free eBook resources. Please note that eMaterials cannot be downloaded to library computers. For more information, visit http://ebranch.ppld.org.2005 Shivers Celebration VIIThe 2005 Shivers Celebration, hosted by local philanthropists Peggy and Clarence Shivers, will present powerful and breathtaking performances to honor Grammy winning jazz vocalist Dianne Reeves in Colorado Springs this November. The Celebration VII includes four days of concerts and activities at the Antlers Hilton Hotel, 4 S. Cascade Ave., from Nov. 24 through Nov. 27. The kick off is a Thanksgiving Day Gala, which includes dinner, dancing, music and a silent auction. The event supports the Shivers Fund at Pikes Peak Library District. For more information or to RSVP, call 593-8400.SENIOR CONNECTION programs in NovemberAARP Mature Safe Driving ProgramThe AARP Mature Safe Driving Program is a refresher course designed for motorists age 50 and older. Upon successfully completing the course, graduates may present their course completion certificate to their insurance agents for a discount. A minimum of 10 students is required to old the class. The cost is $10 for the eight-hour course. Class size is limited and registration is required. Bring a lunch for classes longer than four hours.Thursday, Nov. 10, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Ruth Holley Branch, 685 N. Murray Blvd., 597-5377Saturday, Nov. 12 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch, 1821 S. Academy Blvd., 597-7070
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