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Saturdays, May 17

10 AM - noon

Free Xeriscape and Land Conversion Seminar 2008. Join Claude Ceniceros, Xeriscape Incentive Inspector, as he discusses xeriscaping principles, plant selection, design strategies, drip irrigation, and how to get a City rebate.  Put some eXcitement in your yard! For general information, call 768-3655 (TTY 768-2477). If you require special assistance to participate in this meeting, please call five days in advance.

Future sessions: June 7 | July 12 | August 16 | September 13

2 PM

Kokopelli's Legacy:A History of the Native American Flute from Its Beginnings to Modern Day. Wolfs Robe will discuss flute history while playing antique flutes such as a Cherokee flute from the 1700's and historical reproduction flutes like his Anasazi flute. The haunting sounds of the flutes will take listeners to a tranquil spot in the depths of themselves. This event is brought to you by the
Friends for the Public Library.

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Monday, May 19

4:30 PM

Family Film Fun: Enchanted (rated PG)
Runtime: 1 hour 47 minutes 

A classic Disney fairytale lands in modern-day New York City when a storybook princess is thrust into present day Manhattan by an evil queen. Her prince follows after to rescue her but her journey causes her to change her views on life and love after meeting a handsome lawyer.

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Tuesday, May 20

4:30 PM

Teen Movie Night: Enchanted (rated PG)
Runtime: 1 hour 47 minutes 

A classic Disney fairytale lands in modern-day New York City when a storybook princess is thrust into present day Manhattan by an evil queen. Her prince follows after to rescue her but her journey causes her to change her views on life and love after meeting a handsome lawyer.

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Saturday, May 24

10 AM-1:30 PM

ACT Test Prep
Sign up to take a practice ACT test. At Teachback you will receive your score report from Omniac Education and learn some tips and tricks to improve. Teachback Follow-up session on
Wednesday, May 28, 4:30 PM.

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Ongoing Programs @ Cherry Hills

Cherry Hills Book Discussion Group
10:30 AM - noon
1st Friday of every month
New Members are always welcome.

June 6: The Book Thief  by Markus Zusak

July 11: Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

August 1:The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan

September 5: The Road by Cormac McCarthy

October 3: The River of Doubt by Candice Millard

November 7: Moonstone by Wilkie Collins

December 5: Me Talk Pretty One Day by David Sedaris

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Chess Club

1 - 3 PM
1st Saturday of every month, .
All ages welcome, no sign-up required.

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Computer classes

9-10 AM
You must be able to use a keyboard and the mouse. For most classes, you need a SmartCard, which you must have before you register. Space is limited, so sign up at the Information Desk!

May 5:  E-Mail Basics, Part I
        May 6: Internet Basics, Part I
          May 8:E-Mail Basics, Part II
        May 9: Internet Basics, Part II 
        May 13: Word Basics, Part I
        May 15: Word Basics, Part II     

 

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Master Gardeners will answer your gardening questions.

10 AM- 3 PM

Saturdays, April 5-September 6 (Not available on 5/24 | 7/5 |8/30)

Master Gardener Hotline 
292-7144 or 243-1386 
Open Sun-Sat, 9:30 AM-2:30 PM.

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Mystery Book Group
4th Tuesday of the month, 6-7:30 PM. All are welcome to attend.

        

          May 27: "Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax" by Dorothy Gilman

          June 24: "The Eagle Catcher" by Margaret Coel

          July 22: "Maisie Dobbs" by Jacqueline Winspear

 

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Movie Disclaimer

Please be advised that attendance at all movies shown at the Cherry Hills Library is at viewer discretion and that some materials may be unsuitable for some individuals.  A full description of the Motion Pictures Association of America rating   system is available at the Information Desk. Views expressed in the film are not those of the City of Albuquerque nor the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Library System.

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Read to the Dogs

1-3 PM
1st and 3rd Saturday of every month

more information about this program.

Storytimes                     

•  Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)
  Wednesdays @ 10:15 AM
  Thursdays @ 10:15 AM
  
• Toddler Storytime (ages 1-2)
  Wednesdays @ 11:00 AM
  Thursdays @ 11:00 AM
  Please arrive on time. Seating is limited. Latecomers will be seated as a group at 11:10.

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Summer Reading Programs

Fridays, 3 PM

      June 6: Tales & Trails Storytelling
      June 13: Sing Along with Mr. Stinky Feet
      June 20: Stories & Songs with Sean Etigson
       June 27: Dragons are Too Seldom Puppets
      July 11: Magic & Music with Jamie O’Hara
      July 18: Dig Up the Old Stories with Indiana Bones

 

Summer Reading Bug Film Festival

Saturdays, 3 PM
      June 7: Antz
      June 14: Charlotte’s Web
      June 21: Bug’s Life
      June 28: Bee Movie

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Summer Reading Film Festival

Classic 50’s Horror Movies (giant bugs galore)

Mondays, 5 PM

       May 19: Them!
      June 16: Mothra
      July 21: The Deadly Mantis
      August 18: Tarantula!

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Teen Advisory Board Meeting (TAB)

2 PM
Meets monthly, 2nd Saturday
No meeting in May

Are you a teen in grades 6-12 who knows what’s cool and trendy?  Join us and find out how you can make a difference in the library!

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