Learn to JamFor players of all ages and ability levels: If you’ve been woodshedding, but don’t feel ready to jam at local clubs, here’s your opportunity to build confidence, learn jam etiquette and develop the art of participation in the jam. Co-sponsored by Pikes Peak Library District and the Pikes Peak Blues Community. Sat., March 19 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. – East LibraryTalk Spanish!Spanish language learners are invited to practice speaking social Spanish during these free informal conversation groups for adults. For more information, call 531-6333, x1314.Mon., March 7 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: Advanced – East LibraryWed., March 16 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: Intermediate – East LibraryMon., March 21 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: Advanced – East LibraryMon., March 28 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: Intermediate – East LibraryMon., April 4 from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: Wrap Up Session – East LibrarySpring BIG Book SaleThe Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District sponsor this used book sale with great bargains! For more information, call 531-6333, x1462.Fri., April 1 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. “Friends Only” (Friends memberships available at the door) – Sand Creek BranchSat., April 2 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. – Sand Creek BranchSun., April 3 from noon-4 p.m. – Sand Creek BranchFOR SENIORS55+ Lively Exchange Book ClubJoin this free discussion about “From Rage to Reason: My Life in Two Americas” by Janet Langhart Cohen. Registration is not necessary; call 531-6333, x 2318 for more information.Thurs., March 10 at 12:30 p.m. – West Center for Intergenerational Learning, 25 N. 20th St., Colorado Springs Senior Center Book ClubJoin this free discussion about “The Orchid Thief” by Susan Orlean. Registration is not necessary; call 531-6333, x1371 for more information.Thurs., March 10 at 1:30 p.m. – Colorado Springs Senior Center, 1514 N. Hancock Ave.Senior Lunch & MovieBring a lunch and enjoy a free film. Registration is not necessary.Fri., March 4 at 11:30 a.m.: Ray – Monument BranchThurs., March 10 at noon: The Terminal – Ruth Holley BranchThurs., March 17 at noon: Around the World in 80 Days – Sand Creek BranchAARP Mature Safe Driving ProgramThe AARP Mature Safe Driving 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. A minimum of 10 students is required for the class to be held. Registration for the eight-hour course is $10. Call the individual branch to pre-register.Fri., March 4 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (bring a lunch) – Ruth Holley Branch (597-5377)Sat., March 12 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (bring a lunch) – Old Colorado City Branch (634-1698)Sat., March 12 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (bring a lunch) – Sand Creek Branch (597-7070)FOR CHILDRENMickey and Minnie’s Magical Reading AdventureRead four children’s books in this reading adventure for a chance to win a family 4-pack to Disney on Ice. One lucky winner will also win an opportunity to meet the Disney Characters on April 7, 2005. Check at your library branch in March for details.March 19-27, 2005 – All Pikes Peak Library District locationsJohnny Appleseed’s Day OffAh, Johnny Appleseed! That pot-wearing, apple-planting, hero of the Earth! But suppose that for one day Johnny rested his shovel and his pot. What do you suppose he would do? Well, maybe… PLAY! Leroy Leonard is Johnny Appleseed, as you’ve never seen him in this play about playing. And remember, you can learn anything from a tree.Mon., March 21 at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – Monument BranchMon., March 21 at 3 p.m. – Sand Creek BranchTaking a Bath in Math with Beth EpleyBubble trouble makes bath time an adventure in Arithmetic. Answers hang in the balance. Results are determined through laughter and the silly singing of a couple of numbers. Bath time has never been so action-packed, and it all adds up to loads of fun!Thurs., March 24 at 10:30 a.m. – Penrose Public LibraryThurs., March 24 at 2 p.m. – Sand Creek BranchArt from Square One: A Hands-on Art Workshop for ChildrenStart with a simple square and can create. What will your squares become: an art quilt, a box of delights, or a shape sculpture? For children ages 7 and older. Space is limited so registration is required at the library of your choice.Mon., March 21 at 10:30 a.m. – Rockrimmon BranchMon., March 21 at 3 p.m. – East LibraryTues., March 22 at 10:30 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchPaws to Read/Read with a DogPractice your reading with a Paws to Read dog and its human companion (a reading buddy). No registration is required, just come and read.Mondays from 10 a.m.-noon – East LibraryTuesdays from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – East LibraryStudy BuddiesTrained volunteers will help students in grades K-5 with reading. For more information, call 531-6333, x1412.Tuesdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. – Cheyenne Mountain BranchTuesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. – East LibraryThursdays from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. – East LibraryToddler Time!A program for 1 and 2-year-olds (plus a caring adult) that introduces the delights of rhyme, rhythm and a few special stories as a first step to reading. Toddler Time! will only occur when no Imagination Celebration events are available at library locations during March 22 through 25.Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., 10 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. – East LibraryCOUNTY LIBRARY SCHEDULEMondayEllicott – Ellicott Elementary 9:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.; 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.Falcon – Falcon Retail Center 3:10 p.m. – 4 p.m.TuesdayCalhan – 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.ThursdayFalcon – Falcon Retail Center 9:45 a.m. – 11 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.FridayEdison – Edison School 11 a.m. – NoonHanover – Hanover School 1:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.SaturdayCalhan – Calhan Town Hall 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Falcon – Falcon Retail Center 1:45 p.m. – 4 p.m.PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:Monday(No stops Apr. 11)Tuesday(No stops Apr. 5, and May 10)Wednesday(No stops on Mar. 23 and Apr. 6)Friday(No stops on Mar. 25)
