Get ready to join the Circus! The Salida Circus teaches stretches, games, and circus skills including juggling, tumbling, parent tot acrobatics, stilt walking, and so much more. Instructor Laura Hart, a trained early childhood educator and a member of the Salida Circus, leads this exciting program to help kids build gross motor, fine motor, and […]
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children while also developing social and emotional skills. That’s why at the BVPL, we have friendly dogs that will sit with people, one-on-one, while they read. Any reading level or age is welcome. Reading times are assigned 15-minute blocks. Sign up at the library.
Unstructured, free play and socialization for littles and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday, through December 16th (no class October 7 and November 25) Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
The first Friday of every month, Story Time travels to special locations! Explore and meet local experts who will share their favorite read-alouds with us. For book lovers and explorers of all ages. Pizza Restaurant: Location: Crave, 300 E Main St., Buena Vista, CO 81211 Date: December 3rd Time: 10:00 a.m.
Make cool stuff together. Each first Friday of the month, the Library hosts a tailored make-it project for grownups. All materials provided. Free. If you can't attend, pick up a kit while they last. Registration suggested: https://forms.gle/LQQvG4BpYGDbqjFy6
Meet local authors and purchase signed copies of their book(s)! Stop by the Buena Vista Public Library to meet local authors writing in all genres, from fiction, short stories, and poetry to memoir, essays, and other nonfiction.
Qigong (pronounced: chee gong) involves coordinated, slow flowing movement, deep breathing, and a meditative state of mind. Each monthly class will introduce new exercises aimed at increasing flexibility and energy, promoting mental clarity, and improving blood flow. No registration required November 1: Eight Pieces of Brocade December 6: Yi Jin Jing January 10: Taiji Shen […]
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 complete. Date: First Tuesdays of the month, […]
Make a holiday decoration to display in your home for the winter season. Build a gnome from fabric and learn different hand stitching techniques. All supplies provided, free of charge. Registration requested: https://forms.gle/2uUeUKD52HyScGFh7
Get ready to join the Circus! The Salida Circus teaches stretches, games, and circus skills including juggling, tumbling, parent tot acrobatics, stilt walking, and so much more. Instructor Laura Hart, a trained early childhood educator and a member of the Salida Circus, leads this exciting program to help kids build gross motor, fine motor, and […]
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children while also developing social and emotional skills. That’s why at the BVPL, we have friendly dogs that will sit with people, one-on-one, while they read. Any reading level or age is welcome. Reading times are assigned 15-minute blocks. Sign up at the library.
Unstructured, free play and socialization for littles and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday, through December 16th (no class October 7 and November 25) Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Story Time brings together books, rhyming, and play to build active reading skills. And, to make it extra special, we will focus on one letter a week for the theme and a craft. At the end of the alphabet, kids will have made their very own alphabet book. Audience: Age 2 to 5 years old, siblings […]
Make & Take Masters is a twist on our former Take & Make Kits. 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 […]
Stressed or anxious? Allow this soothing sound bath to relax and re-tune your mind. The immersive experience also involves breath work and light movement. Replenish your energy for the holidays. A sound bath is an immersive, meditative experience where participants are "bathed" in sound waves from crystal (or sometimes glass or metal) bowls.
Due to illness, Animal Crackers has been cancelled today. Get ready to join the Circus! The Salida Circus teaches stretches, games, and circus skills including juggling, tumbling, parent tot acrobatics, stilt walking, and so much more. Instructor Laura Hart, a trained early childhood educator and a member of the Salida Circus, leads this exciting program […]
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost reading skills in children while also developing social and emotional skills. That’s why at the BVPL, we have friendly dogs that will sit with people, one-on-one, while they read. Any reading level or age is welcome. Reading times are assigned 15-minute blocks. Sign up at the library.
Unstructured, free play and socialization for littles and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday, through December 16th (no class October 7 and November 25) Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Santa visits the Library for this special Story Time. Bring a holiday wish to share. Audience: Age 2 to 5 years old, siblings welcome.
This month we celebrate the holidays! Holidays are a time to observe traditions, and celebrate by making decorations, playing games, or sharing a special meal. With the Bookmarks Project Club, we will gather to make Luminaria, share stories, and celebrate together. Audience: Recommended for Kindergarten and older, adults welcome
"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 […]
Decorate a community gingerbread house at the Library. Stop in to help us build the mansion, or to decorate smaller houses to add to a village or to take home. Michelle Nay, of Frosted Fantacies, will tap into our engineering and design skills to create magical houses.