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Focus Group: Business and Industry
Focus Group: Business and Industry
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.
Reading to Rover
Reading to Rover
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.
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Wiggles & Giggles
Wiggles & Giggles
Explore free play and social activities for little ones. Meet other parents and caretakers.
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Pilates Meditation
Pilates Meditation
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.
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Summer Reading Kickoff Family Concert and Circus Show
Summer Reading Kickoff Family Concert and Circus Show
Time for Summer Reading, our favorite season. This year, the Library joins with the Chamber, Town of BV, and BV Music Coop to celebrate the addition of the McPhelemy Park Stage. Come for a full day of performances, games, and activities for the whole family. 10:00 a.m. Jeff and Paige use songs, storytelling, and interactive […]
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Family Take and Make Kits
DIY Puzzle and optical illusions families and friends can complete and enjoy together. Free kits available while supplies last.
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Family Yoga in the Park
Family Yoga in the Park
Stretch your arms, legs, and imagination in family yoga! Everyone is invited to play on the grass in this fun and flexible class. Bring a towel or yoga mat. Meet near the stage at McPhelemy Park.
“Read and Feed” Family Story Time: Spanish Theme
“Read and Feed” Family Story Time: Spanish Theme
This cultural experience includes story time followed by a cooking lesson and ingredients for the family to cook together. Please register so we can prepare ingredients. https://forms.gle/N5A5uLpcpbc87CPL9
Meditation
Meditation
Explore and discover various approaches to meditation. Discuss and practice meditation in a group setting.
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Virtual Author Talk: Mike Rucker, Ph.D.
Virtual Author Talk: Mike Rucker, Ph.D.
The Fun Habit: How the Disciplined Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life is the ultimate guide to reap the serious benefits fun offers. Grounded in current research, accessible science, and practical recommendations, Dr. Rucker will use The Fun Habit strategies to teach you: How you can build having fun into an actionable […]
Reading to Rover
Reading to Rover
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.
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Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
Explore free play and social activities for little ones. Meet other parents and caretakers.
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Destination Story Time: ACA Products
Destination Story Time: ACA Products
Dig, Haul, and Dump! Put on your Carharts and come out to ACA for storytime. Explore the big trucks after a few rocky stories. All ages welcome.
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Writing WOW (Wonderful, Original Work!) Workshop
Writing WOW (Wonderful, Original Work!) Workshop
Bloom into a better writer in this 3-part workshop. Parents are welcome to attend with their children and write TOGETHER. Local author Jan Pratt leads this workshop. Registration requested: https://forms.gle/JbNwjpcuQo4UHt3a9 Audience: Ages 8-12, parents welcome
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Portraits of BV Past and Present
Portraits of BV Past and Present
Capture the present to build on BV's past. With cooperation from Historian Suzy Kelly, study historical photos of Buena Vista and take pictures of Buena Vista today. This 4-part class will develop photography skills essential to capturing moments. The final project, a collection of student work, will be presented during the library's July 28 Movie […]
“Stories in a Flash” Fiction Writing Workshop
“Stories in a Flash” Fiction Writing Workshop
Flash Fiction challenges writers to include all of the elements of a satisfying story--but at a greatly reduced word count (100 - 1,500 words), leaving audiences with a whirlwind read and a memorable ending. By the end of this 3-part workshop, participants create a work of fiction worthy of editing for possible publication. Attend one […]
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Reading to Rover
Reading to Rover
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.
Intro to Wood Carving
Intro to Wood Carving
Learn to carve! Create a feather from cottonwood bark using basic tools and techniques. We will be working with narrowleaf cottonwood bark collected from downed trees. All wood and tools are provided, but Kevlar or leather gloves are also recommended. This class held at McPhelemy Park Pavilion, wood shavings welcome. Class size limited to 10. […]
“Stories in a Flash” Fiction Writing Workshop
“Stories in a Flash” Fiction Writing Workshop
Flash Fiction challenges writers to include all of the elements of a satisfying story--but at a greatly reduced word count (100 - 1,500 words), leaving audiences with a whirlwind read and a memorable ending. By the end of this 3-part workshop, participants create a work of fiction worthy of editing for possible publication. Attend one […]
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Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
Explore free play and social activities for little ones. Meet other parents and caretakers.
Virtual Author Talk: Jamie Beck
Virtual Author Talk: Jamie Beck
An American in Provence is a beautiful collection of exquisite portrait, scenic, and still-life photography from New York Times bestselling author and award-winning photographer Jamie Beck. Looking to slow down from her fast-paced life in New York City, Beck embarked on a one-year getaway to Provence. One year, turning into five, Beck moved to the […]
“Stories in a Flash” Fiction Writing Workshop
“Stories in a Flash” Fiction Writing Workshop
Flash Fiction challenges writers to include all of the elements of a satisfying story--but at a greatly reduced word count (100 - 1,500 words), leaving audiences with a whirlwind read and a memorable ending. By the end of this 3-part workshop, participants create a work of fiction worthy of editing for possible publication. Attend one […]
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Pilates Meditation
Pilates Meditation
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.
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Intro to Fly Fishing and Casting
Intro to Fly Fishing and Casting
Learn the basics of fly fishing and casting, plus tips from a local angler. Practice on the lawn before transitioning to water. Fly rods will be provided, or bring your own. Pizza provided for lunch. Registration required; class size limit: 6. https://forms.gle/KQFbcSUxT4tcP9zM9
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Writing WOW (Wonderful, Original Work!) Workshop
Writing WOW (Wonderful, Original Work!) Workshop
Bloom into a better writer in this 3-part workshop. Parents are welcome to attend with their children and write TOGETHER. Local author Jan Pratt leads this workshop. Registration requested: https://forms.gle/JbNwjpcuQo4UHt3a9 Audience: Ages 8-12, parents welcome
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Bilingual Yoga
Bilingual 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! Meet near the stage at McPhelemy Park. Please bring a yoga mat if you have one.
Meditation
Meditation
Explore and discover various approaches to meditation. Discuss and practice meditation in a group setting.
2 events,
Code From Scratch
Code From Scratch
Learn to code your own interactive game of chase using Scratch! In this creative process, students practice reasoning skills as they think like a computer and work collaboratively while testing each other's programs. No Scratch or coding experience is necessary. All ages welcome; youth under the age of 8 will benefit from pairing up with […]
Reading to Rover
Reading to Rover
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.
2 events,
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
Explore free play and social activities for little ones. Meet other parents and caretakers.
Intuitive Botanical Drawings 1
Intuitive Botanical Drawings 1
“By discovering nature, you discover yourself.” – Maxime Lagacé. Connect with nature through art sketching, using botanicals for inspiration. Please bring botanical reference material to class - pinecones, flowers, leaves, seed pods, etc. This is a two-part class with the second session on Thursday, June 29, 12:00-2:00 p.m. Class size is limited to 12. Registration […]
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Stuffy Sleepover and Family Game Night
Stuffy Sleepover and Family Game Night
Stuffy's love the library, and we even let them stay overnight. Read stories and play games before saying goodbye to your fuzzy friend for the night. The next day, pick up your stuffed animal on Saturday morning. Check our Facebook and Instagram to see what they did all night.
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Paprika Magic Show and Juggling Workshop
Paprika Magic Show and Juggling Workshop
Oooh and ahhh at the wonders of Paprika's magic show. Stay and learn a circus trick of your own. All Ages welcome. Meet at the McPhelemy Park Stage.
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Writing WOW (Wonderful, Original Work!) Workshop
Writing WOW (Wonderful, Original Work!) Workshop
Bloom into a better writer in this 3-part workshop. Parents are welcome to attend with their children and write TOGETHER. Local author Jan Pratt leads this workshop. Registration requested:https://forms.gle/gNZHqysFw1kPXCkg8 Audience: Ages 8-12, parents welcome
1 event,
Portraits of BV Past and Present
Portraits of BV Past and Present
Capture the present to build on BV's past. With cooperation from Historian Suzy Kelly, study historical photos of Buena Vista and take pictures of Buena Vista today. This 4-part class will develop photography skills essential to capturing moments. The final project, a collection of student work, will be presented during the library's July 28 Movie […]
2 events,
Reading to Rover
Reading to Rover
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.
Virtual Author Talk: Tananarive Due
Virtual Author Talk: Tananarive Due
Please join us for a chat with Tananarive Due about her newest work, The Wishing Pool and Other Stories. The second collection of stories by the author is full of her signature offerings of horror, science fiction, and suspense while confronting monsters of all kinds, including racism, the monster within, and the supernatural. Due’s prolific […]
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Walk Back in Time Historic Tour
Walk Back in Time Historic Tour
Explore the stories and people behind Buena Vista’s historic downtown in this walking tour with acclaimed local historian Suzy Kelly. Meet at the Library and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Wiggles and Giggles
Wiggles and Giggles
Explore free play and social activities for little ones. Meet other parents and caretakers.
Intuitive Botanical Drawings 2
Intuitive Botanical Drawings 2
“By discovering nature, you discover yourself.” – Maxime Lagacé. Connect with nature through art sketching, using botanicals for inspiration. Please bring botanical reference material to class - pinecones, flowers, leaves, seed pods, etc. This is the second of a 2-part class. Class size is limited to 12. Registration link: https://forms.gle/SwXJU9rWeMYtmUWx5