All library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For ChildrenToddler TimeIn this program, 1- and 2-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere.Tuesdays at 10 and 10:30 a.m.StorytimeStories and more for children age 3 and olderThursdays at 10 and 10:45 a.m.Paws to ReadLet your child practice reading and build fluency by reading with a Paws to Read dog. No registration required.Thursdays from 3:30 – 4:40 p.m.For the familyFamily movie nightCome to the High Prairie Library to see a fun movie. Bring a blanket or pillow and enjoy this family friendly movie. This month’s movie is “Rango” (rated PG, 107 min.).Tuesday, Aug. 16, 6 p.m.Homeschool lunch at the libraryGet ready for the new school year. Personalize a notebook and learn how to locate books that are not in the PPLD catalog. Bring titles of hard-to-find books and practice hands-on searching with Interlibrary Loan resources. Then enjoy your sack lunch and time to socialize with other homeschooling families. Registration recommended.Wednesday, Aug. 24, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Skippyjon Jones Party!Hola mis amigos! Join us for a Skippyjon Jones Fiesta at the library! Skippyjon Jones is a Siamese cat who thinks he is a Chihuahua! Enjoy hilarious stories about Skippyjon Jones and his friends, los chimichangos and stick around for some fun-filled activities, including making a mask and cape just like our hero. Meet Skippyjon himself. This program is for the entire family! No registration required.Saturday, Aug. 13, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.Teen programmingAnime ClubCalling all anime lovers! Each month, we watch and discuss a different anime. Recommended for ages 13 and upFriday, Aug. 19, 4 – 5 p.m.Teen Tuesdays – craftoramaGaming, crafts, whatever you want to do. It’s up to you! Grades 6 and up; snacks provided!Tuesday, Aug. 9, 6 – 7:30 p.m.MOBILE LIBRARY SERVICES SCHEDULEMONDAYBlack Forest, 12002 Vollmer Road 9:45 – 10:45 a.m.Black Forest and Shoup Roads 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1 – 4:30 p.m.TUESDAYCalhan, 780 8th Street 10 a.m. – noonPeyton, Peyton Elementary School 1:15 – 3:30 p.m.SATURDAYCalhan, Calhan Town Hall 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Peyton, Peyton Elementary School 1:30 – 3:45 p.m.
