Tunes for Tots
Tunes for Tots
Play, sing and move with music! Kids learn to sing on pitch, keep a beat, and play instruments in this active hour of fun. Audience: Ages 3-5
Play, sing and move with music! Kids learn to sing on pitch, keep a beat, and play instruments in this active hour of fun. Audience: Ages 3-5
Calm the mind and strengthen the body with a yoga practice. Build skill, balance, and focus through this class, suitable for all skill levels. Please bring a yoga mat if you have one.
Explore and discover various approaches to meditation. Discuss and practice meditation in a group setting.
Toddlers learn by moving, so help your little ones develop balance, strength, and agility in this diverse class! Children, ages 2-5, and caregivers experience a variety of dance and movement skills together in this class taught by Laura Althoff from Minds in Motion.
Are you committed to building an antiracist family environment for your children? Raising antiracist children is a noble goal for any parent, caregiver, or educator, but it can be hard to know where to start. Let Britt Hawthorne—a nationally recognized teacher and advocate—be your guide. Raising Antiracist Children acts as an interactive guide for strategically incorporating the […]
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost literacy 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.
Participants gain an introduction to basic photography skills in this 7-part class. Practice capturing images of the local area during walking trips to McPhelemy Park, downtown/ main street Buena Vista, and Columbine Park. This class is full. Please call the Library (719)395-8700 to be added to the wait list.
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.
Imagine Buena Vista's future library and services. How can the Library support educators, nonprofits, businesses and civic services? Give ideas and feedback to help shape decisions as we grow and build a library to serve this and the next generation. Light refreshments served.
After enjoying stories in the school room, tour the museum and watch the model train in action. Local historians will be available to answer questions about Buena Vista's fascinating past.
Deepen the mind/body connection in this spin on traditional Pilates. Begin with breathwork and guided meditation, then move into mat Pilates to improve strength and flexibility.
Imagine Buena Vista's future library. See plans to increase library resources and services and view architect sketches to meet our space needs. Give ideas and feedback to help shape decisions and build a library to serve this and the next generation. Light refreshments served. All ages welcome.
Play, sing and move with music! Kids learn to sing on pitch, keep a beat, and play instruments in this active hour of fun. Audience: Ages 3-5
Toddlers learn by moving, so help your little ones develop balance, strength, and agility in this diverse class! Children, ages 2-5, and caregivers experience a variety of dance and movement skills together in this class taught by Laura Althoff from Minds in Motion.
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost literacy 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.
Participants gain an introduction to basic photography skills in this 7-part class. Practice capturing images of the local area during walking trips to McPhelemy Park, downtown/ main street Buena Vista, and Columbine Park. This class is full. Please call the Library (719)395-8700 to be added to the wait list.
Growing up, Jena Friedman didn’t care about being likable. And she never wanted to be a comedian, either. A child of the 90s, she wouldn’t discover her knack for the funny business until research for her college thesis led her to take an improv class in Chicago. Registration required.
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.
How is climate change impacting human migration? As climate change accelerates and drought and rising sea levels become more common, millions of people in affected regions must uproot themselves and seek safety elsewhere. Who are these affected individuals, and how might the United States aid them, and be affected by the migration? Meet at […]
Introduce little ones to the lifelong love of reading, the enjoyment of books, and the fun of visiting their local library. Each week, activities reinforce early literacy skills through stories, songs, games and activities. Audience: Ages 0 - 4, siblings welcome
Gear up for game night and play party games that are perfect for large groups. Bring the family and try new board and card games. Pizza is on us! Donate a puzzle or game and pick up something new at the "Swapping Table."
Play, sing and move with music! Kids learn to sing on pitch, keep a beat, and play instruments in this active hour of fun. Audience: Ages 3-5
Cultivate a connection of body, mind, and spirit through yoga. Calm your mind and enjoy feel-good movement. Guidance provided in English and Spanish - yoga for your brain! ¡Esperamos que te unas a nosotros!
Imagine Buena Vista's future library and services. How can the Library support educators, nonprofits, businesses and civic services? Give ideas and feedback to help shape decisions as we grow and build a library to serve this and the next generation. Light refreshments served.
Explore and discover various approaches to meditation. Discuss and practice meditation in a group setting.
Toddlers learn by moving, so help your little ones develop balance, strength, and agility in this diverse class! Children, ages 2-5, and caregivers experience a variety of dance and movement skills together in this class taught by Laura Althoff from Minds in Motion.
Learn basic wood burning techniques while creating a dragonfly coaster. All supplies provided. Limit 10. Registration required.
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost literacy 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.
Participants gain an introduction to basic photography skills in this 7-part class. Practice capturing images of the local area during walking trips to McPhelemy Park, downtown/ main street Buena Vista, and Columbine Park. This class is full. Please call the Library (719)395-8700 to be added to the wait list.
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.
Learn basic wood burning techniques while creating a dragonfly coaster. All supplies provided. Limit 10. Registration required.
Introduce little ones to the lifelong love of reading, the enjoyment of books, and the fun of visiting their local library. Each week, activities reinforce early literacy skills through stories, songs, games and activities. Audience: Ages 0 - 4, siblings welcome
Deepen the mind/body connection in this spin on traditional Pilates. Begin with breathwork and guided meditation, then move into mat Pilates to improve strength and flexibility.
Courtney Summers is the bestselling and critically acclaimed author of several novels for young adults, including Cracked Up to Be, All the Rage and Sadie. Her work has been released to multiple starred reviews, received numerous awards and honors--including the Edgar Award, John Spray Mystery Award, Cybils Award, Odyssey Award, and International Thriller Award--and has been recognized […]
Learn about various methods of composting, types of containment, and material selection for successful piles.
Play, sing and move with music! Kids learn to sing on pitch, keep a beat, and play instruments in this active hour of fun. Audience: Ages 3-5
Imagine Buena Vista's future library and services. How can the Library support educators, nonprofits, businesses and civic services? Give ideas and feedback to help shape decisions as we grow and build a library to serve this and the next generation. Light refreshments served.
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking, and behavior that interfere with daily life. Learn 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others, typical age-related changes, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis and the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost literacy 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 little ones and caregivers. Date: Every Thursday Time: 10:00 a.m. Audience: Age 0 to 5 years old.
Introduce little ones to the lifelong love of reading, the enjoyment of books, and the fun of visiting their local library. Each week, activities reinforce early literacy skills through stories, songs, games and activities. Audience: Ages 0 - 4, siblings welcome
Imagine Buena Vista's future library and services. How can the Library support educators, nonprofits, businesses and civic services? Give ideas and feedback to help shape decisions as we grow and build a library to serve this and the next generation. Light refreshments served.
Research shows that reading to dogs can boost literacy 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.