October Senior ProgramsSenior Lunch & Movie: All Pikes Peak Reads SpecialBring a lunch and enjoy a free film – Treasure Island, plus fellowship, coffee, lemonade, and popcorn. Call 531-6333, ext. 2318 for more information.Wed., Oct. 6 at noon – East Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd.Skiing for SeniorsLearn about an enjoyable and affordable ways to ski weekly at various Colorado ski areas from the Pikes Peak Chapter of the Over The Hill Gang. The chapter also offers biking, golf, and tennis during the summer months; and hiking and a variety of social activities year-round.Thurs., Oct.14 at 10:30 a.m. – Old Colorado City Branch Library, 2418 W. Pikes Peak Ave.Colorado Springs Senior Center Book ClubJoin this free discussion about Back When We Were Grownups by Anne Tyler. Registration is not necessary; call 531-6333 ext. 1371 or ext.1314, or 385-5933 for more information.Thurs., Oct.14 from 1:30-3 p.m. – Colorado Springs Senior Center, 1514 N. Hancock Ave.Senior Lunch & MovieBring a lunch and enjoy a free film – Les Miserables, plus fellowship, coffee, lemonade, and popcorn. Call 531-6333, ext. 2318 for more information.Wed., Oct. 27 at noon – East LibraryColorado Springs Health Challenges and AccomplishmentsSenior members of the Pikes Peak Road Runners will discuss their individual health concerns and methods of caring for themselves through running and other physical/athletic activities. Special discounts to events will be available to all attendees.Thurs., Oct. 28 at 10:30 a.m. – Ruth Holley Branch Library, 685 N. Murray Blvd.AARP Mature Safe Driving ProgramThe AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom driver refresher course specially 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. Registration is $10; call the individual branch to pre-register.Sat., Oct. 9 from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (bring a lunch) – Sand Creek Branch Library, 1821 S. Academy Blvd. (597-7070)Sat., Oct. 16 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (bring a lunch) – Cheyenne Mountain Branch Library (633-6278)55+ Senior Computer ClassesBasic computer courses designed especially for ages 55 and over. Call 389-8968 to register or for more information.Tues., Oct. 19 from 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. – Penrose Public LibraryWed., Oct. 20 from 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. – East LibraryFor childrenYo-Ho-HoSet sail for fun with a treasure chest of pirate stories for children ages 3-7. Sat., Oct. 2 at 10:30 a.m. – East Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd.Wed., Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m. – Penrose Public Library, 20 N. Cascade Ave.Tues., Oct. 12 at 10:30 a.m. – Ruth Holley Branch Library, 685 N. Murray Blvd. Wed., Oct. 13 at 10:30 a.m. – Sand Creek Branch Library, 1821 S. Academy Blvd.Pirate Treasure HuntJoin Inspector Magic on a search for pirate’s gold. Help solve the clues and set sail through a sea of books to find an authentic treasure chest full of fun and mystery for all ages. One lucky volunteer will even be cut in two!Saturday, October 2 at 1:30 p.m. – Cheyenne Mountain Branch LibraryWednesday, October 6 at 6 p.m. – Rockrimmon Branch LibraryTuesday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. – Old Colorado City Branch Library, 2418 W. Pikes Peak Ave.Black Spots and Pieces of EightOut of the old sea chest comes a treasure of pirate tales and ocean sails, parrot squawks and peg-leg walks. Join us for this hilarious romp on the high seas with all your favorite pirate characters, as brought to life by Jim Jackson and Birgitta De Pree. Sun., Oct. 10 at 1:30 p.m. – East LibrarySlightly Scary StoriesThese slightly scary stories are for younger school age children, kindergarten through third grade, who will also make something fun to take home.Mon., Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch LibraryPaws to Read/Read with a DogMake a new friend, and have a pawsitively great time while reading with a trained dog.Mondays from 10 a.m.-noon; Tuesdays from 2-3:30 p.m. – East LibraryStudy BuddiesTrained volunteers will help students in grades K-5 with reading. For more information, call 531-6333, x1412.Tuesdays from 6:30-8 p.m. – East LibraryThursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. – East Library
