All Library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For more information, visit ppld.org.Library exhibits and displays in FebruaryEast Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd.Briargate Branch, 9475 Briar Village PointView an educational and informative exhibit presenting photos of historical and contemporary women and their biographies from the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame. These items will be available for viewing in the Briargate Branch art gallery and display case.East Library to present Holocaust exhibitìThe Courage to Remember: the Holocaust 1933-1943,î a traveling exhibit purchased from the Simon Wiesenthal Center, is comprised of a series of 40 posters, 20 of which will be on display at the East Library at 5550 N. Union Blvd. from Feb. 2 through Feb. 28.The exhibit is displayed in four themes: Nazi Germany, 1933-1938; Moving Toward the ìFinal Solution,î 1939-1941; Annihilation in Nazi-occupied Europe, 1941-1945; and Liberation: Building New Lives.An opening reception will be held Feb. 4 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at East Library. The event includes presentations and a book signing by Sara Hauptman, who survived Nazi concentration camps.A free workshop will be held Feb. 13 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the East Library. Educators can learn more about the exhibit and companion curriculum available for check out at Pikes Peak Library District.The exhibit is sponsored by PPLD, The Greenberg Center for Learning and Tolerance, Kennedy Center Imagination Celebration, and Temple Shalom. For more information, call 531-6333, x1200.February library programs for childrenA Show of Hands! American Sign Language programJoin Tamara Brody to learn some American Sign Language and have fun with puppets, songs and the story of ìBrown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?îEveryone will get involved with this dynamic presentation and learn some basic ASL signs!Sunday, Feb. 11 a.m. 1 – 2 p.m. – East LibraryDrumming funCelebrate Black History Month with drummer Bob Hall as he introduces everyone to African rhythms. Come prepared to make noise!Saturday, Feb. 10 at 1:30 p.m. – Ruth Holley BranchSaturday, Feb. 17 at 1:30 p.m. – Briargate Branch Sunday, Feb. 25 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. to noon – East LibraryWednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchStudy BuddiesTrained volunteers will help students in grades kindergarten through fifth grade with homework or reading practice. Whether youíre working on math, spelling, social studies, science or reading, come study with a buddy. This is a free, drop-in program. The program begins Jan. 8 and runs through May 8 with a break March 26-30.Mondays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. – East LibraryTuesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. – Briargate BranchTuesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. – East LibraryHomeschool Book ClubThis book club is especially for homeschool students.Wednesday, Feb. 7 from 1 – 2 p.m. – Fountain BranchMonday, Feb. 12 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. – Sand Creek BranchFebruary library programs for teens and adultsScrapHappy Scrapbook GroupPaper Challenge Part II: Bring photos, paper, adhesives, and tools. This month you can add one embellishment. Registration is required. Call 260-6882 for information and to register.Friday, Feb. 9 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. – Briargate BranchScribes and BardsThis is a writersí workshop for students in middle school through college. A published fantasy author will lead exercises, discussions and lessons designed to help you improve your craft. Poetry or prose, fiction or nonfiction, novels or short stories – all writing styles are welcome. This course will help improve your writing skills. Bring a pen and notebook. Workshops will be held the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month.Tuesday, Feb. 13 and 27 from 3:30 – 5 p.m. – East LibraryBlack History Month: Presenting Frederick DouglassThis is a program for all ages. Fred Morsell will portray Frederick Douglass in honor of Black History Month. This 90-minute program will depict young Douglassí relationship with his family, his early years on the Lloyd plantation, his self-education, his successful escape, his first years of freedom and his connections to well-known historical figures. Morsell, a professional actor, has performed at more than 2,000 schools, campuses, theatres, churches and other venues across the country.Sunday, Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. – East LibraryBriargate Book ClubNew members are welcome and no registration is required at this monthly book group. This monthís book selection is ìEast of the Mountainsî by David Guterson. Call 260-6882 for more information.Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 10 a.m. – Briargate BranchBriargate YarnettesJoin this monthly knitting and needlework group. Bring your project and share coffee and laughter with other knitters. No registration is required. All ages are welcome. Call 260-6882 for more information.Friday, February 9 at 10 a.m. – Briargate BranchFebruary library senior programsAARP 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, Feb. 9: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch, 597-7070Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 20 and 21: noon – 4 p.m. – Briargate Branch, 260-6882Senior Lunch and movieBring a lunch and enjoy a free film. No registration required.ìThe Da Vinci Code,î Feb. 8 at noon – Ruth Holley Branch (rated PG-13, 149 min.)ìThe Lake House,î Feb. 28 at noon – East Library (rated PG, 98 minutes)55+ Senior Computer ClassesThe library offers basic computer courses designed especially for people 55 years old and older. Classes are offered at various locations throughout the library district. All courses require registration. Check your local branch for times, availability, class prerequisites and registration requirements.East Library ñ 389-8968; Briargate – 260-6882; Sand Creek Branch ñ 597-7070
