All Library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For more information, visit ppld.org.Library exhibits and displays in April“Mapping the American West” will be shown in Special Collections in the 1905 Carnegie. This display includes panels, maps, and books on the people and landmarks central to the exploration and mapping of the west, from Coronado and the Spanish explorers in the 16th century through the surveyors and completion of the transcontinental railroad in 1869.April 1 through June 30 – 1905 Carnegie Library at Penrose Library, 20 N. Cascade Ave.This display, “Mapping Your Family’s History,” in Special Collections in the 1905 Carnegie shows how people can use early survey maps, migration routes, land lotteries, and homestead patents to track their ancestors’ migration across the American landscape from colonial times to the 20th century.April 1 – 30 -1905 Carnegie Library at Penrose LibraryLibrary programs for seniorsAARP 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.Thursday, April 13 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Ruth Holley Branch, 597-5377Saturday, April 15 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch, 597-7070Tuesday and Wednesday, April 25 and 26 from noon – 4 p.m. – Briargate Branch, 260-6882Medicare Part D: What You Need to KnowAn expert from the State Health Insurance Counseling Program (SHIP) will discuss the Medicare Part D prescription benefit and how it affects people on Medicare. Time for questions will be allowed.Tuesday, April 18 at 10:30 a.m. – Briargate BranchWednesday, April 19 at 1 p.m. – Sand Creek BranchSenior Lunch and a MovieBring a lunch and enjoy a free film. No registration required.”Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” Thursday, April 6 at noon – Ruth Holley Branch”An Unfinished Life,” Wednesday, April 26 at noon – East LibraryLibrary programs for teens and adultsA Feast of Books and ChocolateThis monthly book discussion group is for home-school students in seventh through twelfth grade. This month’s book will be “Witness” by Karen Hess. Call 531-6333, x1207 for more information.Thursday, April 20 at 10:30 a.m. – East LibraryMusic WorkshopThis class is a new concept in music instruction emphasizing music theory, improvisation, playing in a band and professionalism. The class is sponsored by the Yellow Dog Blues Band, Pikes Peak Blues Community, Fall River Music, Pikes Peak Library District and the Channel Cats, and presented by the Pikes Peak Blues Community. The class is free and open to the public. For more information, call 685-1861, x42.Saturday, April 15 at 2 p.m. – East LibraryAnnual Friends of PPLD Awards BanquetThe Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District will celebrate local literary talents Ann Zwinger, Michael Hague, and Kathleen Hague at the Friends annual meeting and awards banquet. The event is open to the public. Cost is $25 for Friends members, and $35 for non-members (cost includes a one-year membership to the Friends of PPLD.) Please RSVP by Friday, March 31 by calling 531-6333, x1008.Saturday, April 8 at 12:30 p.m. – Antlers Hilton Hotel, 4 S. Cascade Ave.Minding Your BusinessLearn about business resources available at the Library by attending a free tour before the Library opens; registration is not necessary. For more information call 389-8968.Saturday, April 8 at 8:30 a.m. – Penrose LibraryThursday, April 27 at 8:30 a.m. – Penrose LibraryLibrary programs for childrenStory timeStories and more for children age 3 and older. Check your branch, or the Children’s section for story time themes.Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. – Briargate BranchTuesday, April 11 at 1:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchTuesdays at 10:30 a.m. – Ruth Holley BranchWednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. – East LibraryWednesdays at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchToddler TimeThis program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1- and 2-year-old children and caregivers.Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30, 10, and 10:30 a.m. – East LibraryWednesdays at 10:05 and 10:45 a.m. – Ruth Holley BranchThursdays at 9:30, 10:15 and 11 a.m. – Briargate BranchFridays at 10:10 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchSnuggle UpA special family story time suggested for children older than 3 years old. Parents are encouraged to attend and participate and children are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas and bring a favorite cuddly toy.Wednesdays at 7 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 LibraryTuesdays from 3:45 – 5 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchWednesdays from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchFridays from 2:30 to 4 p.m. – East LibraryStudy BuddiesTrained volunteers will help students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade with homework or reading practice. Whether you’re working on math, spelling, social studies, science or reading, come study with a buddy. This is a free, drop-in program. Just come to the Children’s area during Study Buddy times.Tuesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchTuesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. – East LibraryWednesdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. – East Library
