Native American Heritage Day* (*day after Thanksgiving)

Check out a book, audiobook, or DVD from our exhibit celebrating American Indian achievements and contributions to the United States. Experience the Indigenous Renaissance!

 

 

September 1 - November 21

Come along with us as we take a different route down a familiar road.  From September 1 – November 21, you’ll find us taking a virtual road trip along historic Route 66.  During this armchair adventure, we’ll motor west along “America’s Main Street” through eight states – fueling our virtual trip with the library’s resources.  We’ll explore place and time through books, videos and audiobooks set in the states traversed by Route 66.  Let’s travel the road in our imaginations – and see how far we can go!   

Find our more  | Route 66 Map

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Tuesday 11/17-7:00 PM (families)
Many Stories, Many Voices (Tellabration). Storytelling with Liz Mangual.

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Saturday 11/21-2:00-4:00 PM
The Magic of Spinning
Have you wondered how raw fibers such as wool or cotton become yarn? Join members of Las Aranas Spinners and Weavers Guild as they demonstrate this transformation. See how spindles, spinning wheels, natural fibers and just the right touch create yarn. This is an interactive session. A program for all ages!

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Saturday 11/28

Crafty Saturday for ages 3-10.  Come and make a special project to take home.  Stay for a Read to the Dogs session. 

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Saturday 12/5- 3:00 PM

Reduce Holiday Stress by Reducing Holiday Spending
Cindy Davies from NMSU will give tips on reducing stress in this busy season and how to save money on holiday gift giving. Ideas will be shared for inexpensive homemade treasures. Cindy works for New Mexico State University as the Home Economist for Bernalillo County Cooperative Extension Service. Much of Cindy’s work deals with foods and nutrition as well as children and family issues. 

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Saturday12/5- 4:00-6:00 PM
Make an easy origami Star Box for inexpensive holiday giving or decorating! This class is open to ages 8 to adult. Sign up in advance at the Information Desk so we can prepare a packet of materials for you.

5:00-6:00 PM: Origami Swap.  Demo your favorite model.

 

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Tuesday 12/8- 7:00 PM

Welcome to the Milky Way

Presented by writer, amateur astronomer and former science museum administrator, Karen Keese.This talk/slide show surveys the Sun-Earth-Moon System, the solar system, interstellar space and our home galaxy the Milky Way, with an emphasis on astronomy facts everyone should know.

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Wednesday 12/9- 6:45 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
Navigating the College Financial Aid Progress

Consultant Jan Randall shares tips and strategies for successfully …. This program will cover:
  • timeline of when to do what
  • federal formula versus the "profile" formula
  • The types of money: grants, loans, work/study and the interest rates on the loans
  • Scholarship vs Financial Aid

 

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Saturday 12/12- 3:00 PM @ Juan Tabo Library

Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Show
Eulenspiegel's adaptation of this beloved Grimms fairy tale uses delightfully crafted miniature Bohemian marionettes created by puppeteer Monica Leo. The set is an extra-large pop-up storybook also designed and created by Leo. The script, laced with wit and whimsy, was written by puppeteer Teri Jean Breitbach. The production was directed by well-known director Michael Sokoloff. In addition to seven puppets, the cast includes a wacky, flamboyant storyteller who relates to the audience as well as the puppets.

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Come and Stitch

 

A Stitch in Time-
Stitching club @ the Library
Tuesdays, 11 AM—1 PM

If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or any other stitching type craft—you are invited to join our drop-in stitching club. All ages and skill levels welcome.

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Love to Read?

 

The More Serious Book Club

1:30- 2:30 PM

monthly, 2nd Tuesday
New members welcome. For more information call 291-6260.  

11/10- The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didian

12/8- The Painted House by John Grisham

1/12- Book Reports! Read a title of your choice and share your experience with the group or "book talk" it.

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The Library Detectives - Mystery Book Club
1:30-2:30 PM

Meets monthly, 3rd Tuesday.
New members welcome. for more information call 291-6260.

11/17- Death's Half Acre by Margaret Maron

12/15- Six Geese a-Slaying by Donna Andrews
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Master Gardeners

 

Saturday 8/15 | 8/29
10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Master Gardeners will return in April to answer your gardening questions. 

 

Master Gardener Hotline:  292-7144 or 243-1386  (Open 7 days a week, 9:30 AM-2:30 PM.

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Storytimes

 

Friday Friends for ages 2-5

Fridays @ 10:30 AM
Stories, fingerplays, rhythm instruments and a craft.

 

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Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5

10:30-11:00 AM
Saturday, Wednesday, or Thursday

(same content all days)

A non traditional storytime with lots of rhythm to get YOU and your child moving. Stories, fingerplays, rhythm instruments and more.

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Read to the Dogs
4th Saturday of each month 1-3 PM

 

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Computer Classes

All attendees must have an valid Library SmartCard™.

Call or stop by the Information desk to register.

Classes are held:

Thursdays- 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Saturdays- 9:00 AM-10:00 AM

 

Class Schedule  October-November 2009

Note: Last class is the Saturday before Thanksgiving. There will be
no classes in December.

Computer Basics: the SmartCard™, mouse, keyboard and web browser
Saturday 10/31, 9:00-10:00 AM
Thursday 11/5, 9:00-10:00 AM
Saturday 11/21, 9:00-10:00 AM

Searching the Internet effectively
Saturday 11/7, 9:00-10:00 AM

Email 101: Choose an address; etiquette and tips to avoid getting a virus
Thursday 11/12, 9:00-10:00 AM

Email 102: Contacts/address book, using folders and attaching files
(Bring your email address and password to class)
Saturday 11/14, 9:00-10:00 AM

Saving and Printing your work: Using files and folders on a USB Flash Drive or a floppy diskette; Preview pages before sending them to a printer
(Bring your own USB Drive to class)
Thursday 11/19, 9:00-10:00 AM

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10/10- Las Aranas Spinners and Weavers Guild demonstrates weaving with looms