inform ~ empower ~ inspire ~ entertainAll library programs are free unless otherwise noted.All PPLD facilities will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day.Toddler 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 – 4:30 p.m.American Girls ClubJoin us for a book club dedicated to the American Girls. There will be a book discussion, crafts and fun! Open for all girls ages 7-11. Registration is required and space is limited.Wednesday, Sept. 14, from 4 – 5 p.m.For the familyRowan Monks and her big bugsSaturday, Sept. 10, at 10:30 a.m.Family 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 “James and the Giant Peach” (rated PG, 79 min.). Popcorn provided.Tuesday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m.Home school lunch at the libraryTry Zumbatomic – movement with music designed for kids. We’ll learn some fun ways to stay healthy and physically fit. Then enjoy your sack lunch and socializing with other home school families.Wednesday, Sept. 28, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Teen programmingAnime ClubMeet other anime lovers! Each month, we watch and discuss a different anime. Recommended for ages 13 and up. The program is suitable for 11-and-12-year-olds with parental permission. Bring a snack.Fridays, Sept. 2 and 16, 4 – 5:30 p.m.Thursday, Sept. 29, 4 – 5:30 p.m.All Pikes Peak Reads Hunger Games tournamentThink you’ve got what it takes to win the Hunger Games? Represent your favorite district and seek total victory! We’ll be having a variety of Hunger Games events and crafts. For grades 6 and up.Saturday, Sept. 24, 2 – 4 p.m.Adult ProgrammingDigging for your family rootsJoin our genealogy research group as we explore photographs and genealogy. Connie Hamblin will share techniques on how to organize, present and restore the treasured photographs in our genealogical collections. All levels of researchers are invited.Tuesdays, Sept. 6 and Oct. 4, 6 – 7:30 p.m.Beginning genealogyThis series of classes will be for those beginning their genealogy research. In this month’s class we will be doing vital record research. Class size is limited and registration is required. Register online or by calling 260-3650. Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m. – noonIntro to social mediaWhat is social media and is social media actually media in the traditional sense of the word? Come learn what social media is all about and how it affects our daily lives.Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2 – 3 p.m.Computer classesClasses in mouse basics, computer basics and a practice lab will be held in September. Contact the library for more information.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.
