All library programs are free unless otherwise noted. For more information, visit ppld.org.Spring BIG Book SaleThe Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District sponsor a used book sale with great bargains! For more information, call 531-6333; ext. 1462.Sand Creek Branch, 1821 S. Academy Blvd.SENIOR CONNECTION programs for AprilSenior Lunch & MovieBring a lunch and enjoy a free film. Registration is not necessary.Thurs., April 14 at noon: Ray – Ruth Holley BranchThurs., April 21 at noon: Roman Holiday – Sand Creek BranchFriday, April 15 at noon: The Sting – Rockrimmon BranchWed., April 27 at noon: The Count of Monte Cristo – East LibraryAARP 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., April 1 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (bring a lunch) – Ruth Holley BranchSat., April 9 from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (bring a lunch) – Sand Creek Branch (597-7070)55+ Lively Exchange Book ClubJoin this free discussion about the “No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency” by Alexander McCall Smith. Registration is not necessary; call 531-6333, ext. 2318 for more information.Thurs., April 14 at 12:30 p.m. – West Center for Intergenerational Learning, 25 N. 20th St.Library programs for children in AprilAll children’s programs require pre-registration for groups of more than five.Call the library where the program is being held. For more program information, visit ppld.org.Alien AnticsMake an amazing bottle being and discover some aliens in children’s fiction.Sun., April 3 at 1:30 p.m. – Sand Creek BranchEvery Child Ready to Read® @ your libraryFun, free workshops for parents and caregivers sharing simple tips about giving children a foundation for reading success, plus activities to support those skills. Workshops are based on research by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development of the National Institutes of Health and developed in partnership with the American Library Association’s Public Library Division. Pre-register by calling 531-6333, ext. 1403 or ext. 2403. This program is available to organizations or groups at their locations; call 531-6333 ext.1401.Early Talkers (birth to two-year-olds)Wed., April 6 from 6:30 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchTalkers (two- to three-year-olds)Wed., April 13 from 6:30 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchSat., April 30 from 9 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchPre-Readers (four- and five-year-olds)Wed., April 20 from 6:30 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchSat., April 23 from 9 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchFamily Fun: Sprouting Some FunLaugh as you act out the Russian folktale “The Enormous Turnip,” make your own birdfeeder complete with bell, and plant some flowers or vegetables to take home and watch grow!Sat., April 9 at 1:30 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchSun., April 10 at 1:30 p.m. – East LibraryFamily Night Pajama PartyPut on your favorite PJs and join us for stories, games, and more at the Ruth Holley Branch Library!Thurs., April 7 at 7 p.m. – Ruth Holley 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 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchThursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. – East LibraryStudy BuddiesTrained volunteers will help students in grades K-5 with reading. For more information, call 531-6333, ext.1412.Tuesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. – East LibraryThursdays from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. – East LibraryBook BreakA short read-aloud session particularly suitable for preschoolers.Mondays and Fridays at 10:30 a.m. – East LibrarySnuggle-Up StorytimesChildren age 3 and older are invited to come in their pajamas and bring a favorite cuddly to these evening story times for the whole family.Wednesdays at 7 p.m. – East LibraryToddler Time!A program for one- and two-year-olds (plus a caring adult) that introduces the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading.Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30, 10, and 10:30 a.m. – East LibraryWednesdays at 10 and 10:45 a.m. – Ruth Holley BranchFridays at 10:10 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchNotables:The Colorado Springs Deaf and Blind School will have an art display with an art reception in honor of the students in the art show, including special recognition for retiring art teacher, Alice Mayfield, who has been displaying student art at the library for over 15 years.April 1 through April 30 – Penrose Public Library; reception on Mon., April 4 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Penrose Public Library”An Artistic Discovery” – marvel at the talent of high school students whose works are entered in the Fifth Congressional District art competition. An awards ceremony for this Imagination Celebration event will be on Sat., April 1 at 8:30 a.m. at the East LibraryApril 1 through April 30 – East LibraryA Pikes Peak Herb Association display will include different varieties of herbs, such as kitchen herbs and spices, and medicinal plants and herbs used for skin care. April 4 through April 30 at the 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 Apr. 6)
