All library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For more information, visit ppld.org.Spring Break ProgramsPlay with artMix kids and art and you’re ready for fun at your local library branch. Activities and suggested ages may vary. Check with your branch for details.Monday, March 22 at 10 a.m. – Sand Creek Branch LibraryWednesday, March 24 at 2 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchFriday, March 26 at 3 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch LibraryCalling 3rd grade readers!Can reading make you famous? Be part of the Pikes Peak Kids READ poster project. Bring a favorite book and dress as a character. We’ll take your picture and may even film you for the Library Channel! Parental permission required. Call Alanna with any questions at 531-6333, x1403.Monday, March 22 at 2 p.m. – East Library (In the children’s storyroom)It’s the Horn Guy!Dave Elder is the Horn Guy. He’s been on TV, from the Tonight Show to America’s Got Talent. Elder is a singer, trombone and piano player and the founder of an award-winning acappella group. He also plays 25 tuned bulb-horns to create performances for all ages.Tuesday, March 23 at 10:30 a.m. – Fountain BranchWednesday, March 24 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – Penrose LibraryThursday, March 25 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – East LibraryScarlet Sisters Lost MermaidAhoy me hearties! It be the Scarlet Sisters, the fiercest she-pirates in all the Seven Seas! They be needin’ yer help to find the Magical Mermaid, for only the Mermaid knows where the buried treasure be . . . are ye’ brave enough to join their crew? Suggested for ages 3 to 13.Tuesday, March 23 at 10:30 a.m. – Ruth Holley BranchDesign a Dr. Seuss sock puppetIt’s strange! It’s amazing! It’s wonderful! New! You can make one too! Uncap your brain and create a puppet that’s sublime. Join Denise Gard and her sock puppet, Mitzy, and let your talent shine. For ages 8 and older unless accompanied by an adult. Preregister at ppld.org or by calling your local branch.Thursday, March 25 at 10:30 a.m. – Holley BranchThursday, March 25 at 2 p.m. – East LibraryKids tie-dye partyStay groovy – join the tie-dye party. Tie-dye is easy and fun. For kids 6 years and older with an adult, tweens and teens are welcome to participate. Bring a T-shirt to dye.Wednesday, March 24 at 3 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchFunky Fairytales big splash anniversary bash!The Library’s Funky Fairytales performing troupe is celebrating its 20th year! “The Funkies” have performed hundreds of times in local schools and libraries and have even been featured in a national magazine! Come help us celebrate – watch our “20th Anniversary Special’ show, view pictures and film clips, and share some birthday cake with your favorite Funky performers past and present!Friday, March 26 at 2 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchWednesday, March 24 at 7 p.m. – East LibraryMOBILE LIBRARY SERVICES SCHEDULEMONDAYEllicott, Ellicott Elementary School 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Falcon, Falcon Retail Center 1:45 – 4 p.m.TUESDAYCalhan, Calhan School 10 a.m. – noonPeyton, Peyton Elementary School 1:15 – 3:30 p.m.WEDNESDAYRush, Miami-Yoder School 10 a.m. – noon and 1 – 3 p.m.THURSDAYFalcon, Falcon Retail Center 9:45 – 10:45 a.m.Black Forest, 12002 Vollmer Road 11:30 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.Black Forest and Shoup Roads 1:30 – 4:45 p.m.SATURDAYCalhan, Calhan Town Hall 10 – 12:30 p.m.Falcon, Falcon Retail Center 1:45 – 4 p.m.
