inform ~ empower ~ inspire ~ entertainAll Library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For more information, visit ppld.org.SENIOR CONNECTION programs in OctoberAARP 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, Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch, 597-7070Thursday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Ruth Holley Branch, 597-5377Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 17 and 18 from noon – 4 p.m. – Briargate Branch, 260-6882Travel Resources OnlineThis class, designed for people ages 55 and older, will give instructions on making travel arrangements online with Expedia.com. Learn to open an account with Expedia, search for airfare and hotel accommodations, and learn to book a cruise. Participants must have an e-mail account, be familiar with the Internet, and able to use a mouse and keyboard. Seating is limited; registration is required. Call 260-6882 for more information or to register. Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 9 – 11 a.m. – Briargate BranchLibrary 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.org.Family Fun ProgramsAlice Out LoudCome hear a serialized reading of this year’s All Pikes Peak Reads book selection: Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Children’s librarians will read a portion of the book each day for young audiences.Monday, Oct. 9 through Friday, Oct. 13 at 4 p.m. – East LibraryClowns in WonderlandWorld Class Clowns Jim Jackson and Birgitta De Pree team up with musician extraordinaire Benjamin Pratt to recreate Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in a most hilarious way. The Mad Hatter juggles teacups, the White Rabbit is on a unicycle and Alice is 10 feet tall in this whacky performance that combines comedy, circus, puppetry, and music. Bring the whole family to this colorful adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s classic.Saturday, Oct. 14 at 1:30 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchSunday, Oct. 15 at 1:30 p.m. – Sand Creek BranchPaws 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. – noon – East LibraryTuesdays from 3:45 to 5 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchWednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchFridays from 2:30 – 4 p.m. – East Library
