All Library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For more information, visit ppld.org.FALL ’06 Bookmobile ScheduleAug. 27 – Dec. 30County BookmobileMONDAY(No stops Dec. 25)Ellicott Elementary School 9:30 – 11:45 and 12:30 – 2:30Falcon Retail Center 3:10 – 4TUESDAYCalhan School 10 – noonPeyton Elementary School 1:15 – 3:30THURSDAYFalcon Retail Center 9:45 – 10:45Black Forest, CO 12002 Vollmer Road 11:30 – 12:20Black Forest and Shoup Roads 1:30 – 4:45SATURDAYCalhan Town Hall 10 – 12:30Falcon Retail Center 1:30 – 3:45Library exhibits and displays in DecemberEast Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd.The art gallery will feature 10 senior artists from the Colorado Springs Senior Center. Their show, “Creative Outlook,” focuses on water mediums (watercolor and acrylic) that reflect the group’s interest in plein air and studio work.Penrose Library, 20 N. Cascade Ave.The Sons of the American Revolution will display documents directly relating to someone who fought in the war, as well as articles explaining the different programs the Sons of the American Revolution supports. The display will include contact information and details on how to become a member.A gift for all timeHonor family and friends, commemorate memories and events or publicize your organization with an engraved flagstone to be placed in the Carnegie Library Public Garden. Flagstones are available in two sizes: a 6-inch by 12-inch stone ($125) or a 12-inch by 12-inch stone ($230). For more information, contact dfowler@ppld.org, or call 531-6333, x2205.December library programs for childrenAll library programs require registration for groups of more than five. Call the library where the program is being held. For more program information, visit ppld.orgReindeer coming your way!Meet live reindeer! Bring a camera for pictures, and bring an apple to feed these friendly creatures. Make your own reindeer craft as well. (Note that the reindeer can only stay for one hour before they get restless!)Sunday, Dec. 17 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. – Penrose LibraryPeter and the WolfJoin us in a pantomime adaptation of Prokofiev’s musical fairytale, “Peter and the Wolf,” presented by the theater department of Colorado Springs Christian School.Sunday, Dec. 10 at 1:30 p.m. – East LibraryPaws to ReadLet your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog. No registration required.Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon – East LibraryWednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchFridays from 2:30 to 4 p.m. – East LibraryHomeschool Book ClubThis book club is especially for homeschool students.Monday, Dec. 11 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchAnimal expeditions with the Denver ZooJoin us for a special program featuring life animals and great information.Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 4 p.m. – Rockrimmon BranchLibrary programs for teens and adults in DecemberAll library programs are free unless otherwise noted. For more information, visit ppld.org.Adult reading programRead eight books in eight weeks to win prizes and be entered in a grand prize drawing! Register online at ppld.org, or visit your local branch. This reading program is open to anyone 18 and older, and runs through Dec. 18 at all PPLD locations.ScrapHappy scrapbook programMake a Christmas tree scrapbook page. Participants should bring cardstock, embellishments, adhesives and any other tools they use, plus one holiday themed picture to complete this simple scrapbook page. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 260-6882 to register or for more information.Friday, Dec. 8 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchCreate your holiday letter using publisherLearn to use Microsoft Publisher to create a festive and colorful personal holiday letter. Come prepared with information for your letter. In class, learn to add borders, clip art, fonts and color to embellish your letter. Participants can save their creation to a disc (provided at the library) and will print one free color copy. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 260-6882 for more information or to register.Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. – Briargate BranchScrapbook program for “tweens”Make your own keychain scrapbook in this class for youngsters ages 8 to 12. Materials will be provided. Bring 10 photographs that can be cropped to wallet size. In class, embellish your photos with ribbons and stickers. Materials will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required. Call 260-6882 for more information or to register.Tuesday, Dec. 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. – Briargate BranchTeenZone: Monopoly ManiaPlay monopoly at this free program for teens. Come with a group or come alone, and see if you’re the next Donald Trump. This program is for ages 13 to 18. Registration is required; call 260-6882.Friday, Dec. 29 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchBriargate Book ClubThis monthly book group will discuss “Skipping Christmas” by John Grisham. New members are welcome and no registration is required. Call 260-6882 for more information.Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. – Briargate BranchDecember senior programs at the 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. Charge for the eight-hour course is $10. Class size is limited and registration is required. Bring a lunch for classes longer than four hours.Saturday, Dec. 9: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch, 597-7070Thursday, Dec. 14: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Ruth Holley Branch, 597-5377Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 19 and 20: noon – 4 p.m. – Briargate Branch, 260-6882Senior Lunch and movieBring a lunch and enjoy a free film. No registration required.”Christmas with the Kranks,” Thursday, Dec. 7 at noon – Ruth Holley Branch (PG, 1 hour, 38 minutes)
