"O" "G", we have reading fun for Winter Break. Pick up a Reading Bingo card (or print your own) beginning Saturday, Dec. 18th; "B" a finisher by completing a line for BINGO, or go for blackout. Turn in cards to the Library by Jan. 7th. Kids win a book for BINGO and get entered in […]
Library is closed for staff training. Wi-Fi outside and at McPhelemy Park available all day.
Come to the library to “make” something cool! This drop-in, activity space is designed to engage kids’ creative minds. Each month a different STEAM based project challenges young makers. If kids are unable to attend the session, kits can be picked up (while supplies last) and taken home to do on their own. January 4th […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Unstructured, free play and socialization for little ones and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Please pick up a kit for this project to complete on your own (while supplies last). Shed some light on the dark days of winter with these luminaria. Press dried flowers or paper […]
Kitchens and Cookies Story Time hits the road every 1st Friday of the month. January's destination is the kitchen at Trail West Lodge. Enjoy a tour, a favorite story ("If You Give a Mouse a Cookie") and cookies (including a gluten-free and dairy-free batch). Trail West 18800 Trail W Dr, Buena Vista, CO 81211
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for a reschedule of this special program. Awaken into the new year with this gentle 1-hour yoga class, suitable for all skill levels. Please bring a yoga mat if you have […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Good News! Qigong will be held virtually on Zoom. Please connect to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83976593784?pwd=Uk9Hb1FISXdraTVPRTJpcmVGZ09VQT09 Meeting ID: 839 7659 3784 Passcode: 393310 Qigong (pronounced: chee gong) involves coordinated, slow flowing movement, deep breathing, and a […]
This event has been changed to a Take & Make opportunity for January and February. Come in to pick up a kit (while supplies last) beginning Jan. 11. Come to the library to “make” something cool! This drop-in, activity space is designed to engage kids’ creative minds. Each month a different STEAM based project challenges […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Please join Artist's Palette on Zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87443673761?pwd=Q0xFbXh5RjdXbjJZeEhGekJsRnZQQT09 Meeting ID: 874 4367 3761 Passcode: 833771 Photo to wood transfer: Stylize your favorite photo! Learn how to transfer your favorite photo to […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Animal Crackers will resume on March 3, 2022.
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for new dates for this wonderful program. Each Wednesday we will take on projects with a different STEAM focus. Kids will have an opportunity to be curious, explore, wonder, and be […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Unstructured, free play and socialization for little ones and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Pick up an alphabet craft kit at the Library before or after the program. Tune into Zoom for Story Time: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82902803523?pwd=ak12dG1uamdMU25aNHdkWElxMU9pdz09 Meeting ID: 829 0280 3523 Passcode: 792940 Story Time brings together […]
Library closed for the holiday. Wifi available outside the building and at McPhelemy Park.
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for a rescheduled date for this wonderful program. Uncover the layers of your imagination in this art class. After layering oil pastels on canvas, students will cover the canvas in paint […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. This event will be rescheduled. One-on-one appointments are available for individual computer help. Please call the library at 719-395-8700 to request an appointment. Masks required during appointments. Intimidated or overwhelmed by the Internet? […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Animal Crackers will resume on March 3, 2022.
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for new dates for this wonderful program. Each Wednesday we will take on projects with a different STEAM focus. Kids will have an opportunity to be curious, explore, wonder, and be […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for new dates for this wonderful program. Introducing a special ten-week series to get kids clapping, singing, and stomping their feet! Our talented instructor, Lynette Clemons of Ruby Lucille’s Music Box, […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Unstructured, free play and socialization for little ones and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Great Decisions is an annual foreign policy discussion program featuring current events. This group meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. starting January 28th for 8 sessions. This session is a bonus topic offered through the Foreign Policy Association. Suggested readings may be found on fpa.org and in the Great Decisions […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Pick up an alphabet craft kit at the Library before or after the program. Tune into Zoom for Story Time: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82902803523?pwd=ak12dG1uamdMU25aNHdkWElxMU9pdz09 Meeting ID: 829 0280 3523 Passcode: 792940 Story Time brings together […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for new dates for this wonderful program. Each Wednesday we will take on projects with a different STEAM focus. Kids will have an opportunity to be curious, explore, wonder, and be […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for new dates for this wonderful program. Introducing a special ten-week series to get kids clapping, singing, and stomping their feet! Our talented instructor, Lynette Clemons of Ruby Lucille’s Music Box, […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Unstructured, free play and socialization for little ones and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Outer Space Session: The launch of Sputnik I in October 1957 marked the beginning of the space era and of the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union. In the 21st century, there are many more participants in space, including countries such as India and China, and commercial companies such as SpaceX. […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for rescheduling information. Use computer science to change the world. Learn from fun and simple online coding tutorials, build community through interactive activities, and develop skills to build animations, games, apps, […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Pick up an alphabet craft kit at the Library before or after the program. Tune into Zoom for Story Time: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82902803523?pwd=ak12dG1uamdMU25aNHdkWElxMU9pdz09 Meeting ID: 829 0280 3523 Passcode: 792940 Story Time brings together […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Learn the art of fly tying through two intensive Saturday workshops (Dates TBD). Take a deep dive into the skills and knowledge of fly fishing and learn to tie flies by hand. All […]
Make something cool! Each month a different STEAM based project challenges young makers. Kits can be picked up (while supplies last) and taken home to do on their own. January 4th Fairy Tale Engineering February 1st Dragon Puppet Marionette March 1st Pi(e) Plates and Bead necklace April 5th TBD May 3rd TBD
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for new dates for this wonderful program. Each Wednesday we will take on projects with a different STEAM focus. Kids will have an opportunity to be curious, explore, wonder, and be […]
Gather together to discuss and reflect on books connected to the natural environment. Within Our Range, a collaboration between the Greater Arkansas River Nature Association and the Buena Vista and Salida Public Libraries, meets quarterly to study literature about our relationship to the Earth. Meeting locations will rotate between the libraries, a nature destination, and […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for new dates for this wonderful program. Introducing a special ten-week series to get kids clapping, singing, and stomping their feet! Our talented instructor, Lynette Clemons of Ruby Lucille’s Music Box, […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Unstructured, free play and socialization for little ones and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Stay tuned for rescheduling information. Use computer science to change the world. Learn from fun and simple online coding tutorials, build community through interactive activities, and develop skills to build animations, games, apps, […]
Due to staffing concerns with the rise in Covid cases, programming will be suspended or delivered virtually when possible through February 2022. Learn the art of fly tying through two intensive Saturday workshops (Dates TBD). Take a deep dive into the skills and knowledge of fly fishing and learn to tie flies by hand. All […]