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Wednesday, April 1

Storytimes

Itsy Bitsy Storytime for ages 0-2
10:00 AM-10:30 AM @ Alamosa Library

Great Beginnings-Lapsit for ages 6 months-35 months
10:00-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library
10:30 AM-11:15 AM @ Alamosa Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ South Valley
11:00 AM-11:30 AM AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library

Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30-11 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-2
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

 

3:30-5:30 PM @ East Mountain Library

Drawing for Young People. Kids ages 10-14 are invited to join us on the first and third Wednesday of the month from January 21 through April 15. We will explore the fun of drawing and learn basic drawing skills. Today’s lesson is Color and Composition. For more information call (505) 281-8508.

 

5-5:45 PM @ East Mountain Library

Kid Picks Book Club for kids in grades K- 8 in the East Mountains who like to share books. The club meets monthly on the 1st Wednesday. For more information call 505-281-8508.

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Thursday, April 2

Storytimes

Great Beginnings - Lapsit Storytime for ages 6 months-35 months.
10:00 AM-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5.
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Lapsit Storytime
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-3
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library

Early Birds -a lapsit storytime for ages 0 - 2
10:30 AM @ Taylor Ranch Library

11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library


Preschool Storytime
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

Jiggle and Jam for ages 6 months - 5 years and caregiver
11:30 AM-12:00 PM @ East Mountain Library

 

8:30-10:00 AM @ South Broadway Library
Internet Basics, part 2
. Learn about the Internet and the World Wide Web. This class will provide basic instruction on what is a web browser, how to check a web site, basic searching and printing. For more information call (505)764-1742.

 

4:00—5:30 @ Wyoming /Hillerman Library
Hillerman Library Stitch Club. Meets monthly on the first Thursday.
The first rule of a stitch club is, you MUST talk about it.
The second rule of stitch club is, if it is your first time at stitch club you must stitch. 

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Friday, April 3

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Friday Friends for ages 3-5. Stories, fingerplays, rhythm instruments and a craft. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

10:30AM-Noon @ Cherry Hills Library

Cherry Hills Library Book Discussion Group. This month’s selection is People of Darkness by Tony Hillerman . The discussion group meets monthly on the first Friday. Come join us; new members are always welcome! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

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Saturday, April 4

Storytime

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library
Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5. For more information call 505-291-6260.

10:30 AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library
Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5. For more information call 505-291-6264.

10:30 AM @ San Pedro Library .
Books and Stories with Digby Bobcat and Book Mark. For more information call 505-256-2065.

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Master Gardeners will answer your gardening questions at these locations.

 

 

1:00-3:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Chess Club. 1st Saturday of every month. All ages welcome, no sign-up required. For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 


10:30 AM to Noon @ Cherry Hills Library

Health Fair. Trainers from New Mexico Sports & Wellness will answer questions & offer hands on instruction, in the basic forms & principle of Pilates, & other fitness & wellness exercises geared to help you lead an active, healthy life. Everyone Welcome! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 


11:00 AM-12:00 PM @ Los Griegos Library

Finding Comfort & Joy in the Garden, Indoors and Out
Stress is a killer, but the connection between people and plants can be the healer.
We will explore how we can use time in the garden, even if that garden is only a potted plant on
your windowsill, as a focal point for meditation, contemplation, prayer or simply "down time."
We will explore ways to replace stress with comfort and cultivate our creative self by letting go.
There will be a hands-on, take home project. This is part of the Gardening with Purpose  series. Families, clergy, educators, community leaders, activity and health care professionals, are invited to all events. For more information call (505) 761-4020.

 

1:00-3:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Read to the Dogs. Children can come to the library and practice their reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener. Trained therapy dogs will sit calmly and quietly for a story. This is a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading. More about Read to the Dogs Program. For more information call (505) 857-8321.

1:00-4:00 @ Lomas Tramway Library
Wii Games - an all ages event.  Stop by the library on the first Saturday of each month to play a selection of Nintendo Wii games like DDR, Guitar Hero, Mario Kart and more!    For more information call (505) 296-6296
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3:30-4:40 PM @ Juan Tabo Library

Author Talk: Mary Stuever. Mary Stuever, a forester for the State of New Mexico, will join us to discuss her new book, The Forester’s Log. Her book documents the challenges and changes in forestry in Stuever’s unique view as a woman in a male-dominated profession. Her syndicated column, “The Forester’s Log,” appears in newspapers and communities scattered throughout the U.S. and Canada.

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Sunday, April 5

1:00-5:00 PM

Cherry Hills Library, Erna Fergusson Library, and Taylor Ranch Library are OPEN.

 

Monday April 6

Storytime

11:30 AM-12:00 PM @ Westgate Library
Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5. For more information call (505) 833-6984.

 

6:00-7:30 PM @ Erna Fergusson Library
Erna Fergusson Library Book Group. Join us for this first meeting to discuss The Queen of the South by Arturo Pérez-Reverte.  We will also decide on upcoming titles and meeting times.  For mre information call (606) 857-8321.

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Tuesday, April 7

Storytime

10:30 AM or 1:00 PM @ Taylor Ranch Library
Family Storytime with Curious George. Same content at both programs.


10:30 AM @ North Valley Library
Spring Storytime for ages 3-5.

 

 

8:30-10:00 AM @ Cherry Hills Library
Introduction to Word Processing
Julia Wilt will assist you in building your word processing skills, including creating a document, saving and retrieving a document, and printing. The class is limited to 6 participants. Sign up at the Information Desk.

 

10:00AM–Noon @ Cherry Hills Library
An Itch to Stitch. Do you have an itch to knit, crochet, embroider, or any other needle craft? Would you like to work on your stitching projects together with like-minded folks, asking questions and sharing experiences? Join our drop-in stitching group! All ages and skill levels welcome! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 

11:00-12:00 PM @ Alamosa Library

Author Talk: Mary Stuever. Mary Stuever, a forester for the State of New Mexico, will join us to discuss her new book, The Forester’s Log. Her book documents the challenges and changes in forestry in Stuever’s unique view as a woman in a male-dominated profession. Her syndicated column, “The Forester’s Log,” appears in newspapers and communities scattered throughout the U.S. and Canada.

 

11 AM to 1 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
A Stitch in TimeStitching Club. 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 are welcome. Feel free to come when you can and leave as needed. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

1:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Pokemon League for ages 6-15. Join us to play Pokémon. Win prizes, meet other players… enjoy! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 

1:30-2:30 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
Protect Your Identity
A Special Agent from the FBI will discuss: What is Identity Theft? How to protect your identity when using a home or public computer. How to identify fraud schemes. How to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. Question and Answer session will follow. For more information call (505)291-626

 

6:00-7:30 PM @ Cherry Hills Library

Mystery Book Group. This month’s selection is Bad Faith by Aimée Thurlo. Come join us; new members are always welcome!  For more information call (505) 857-8321.

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Wednesday, April 8

Storytimes

Itsy Bitsy Storytime for ages 0-2
10:00 AM-10:30 AM @ Alamosa Library

Great Beginnings-Lapsit for ages 6 months-35 months
10:00-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library
10:30 AM-11:15 AM @ Alamosa Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ South Valley
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library

Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30-11 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-2
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

 

 

3:30-5 PM @ East Mountain Library
Pokemon League for ages 7-15
Join us every 2nd and 4th Wednesday to play Pokémon. Meet other players, hone your skills … enjoy! For more information call (505) 281-8508.

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Thursday, April 9

Storytimes

Great Beginnings - Lapsit Storytime for ages 6 months-35 months.
10:00 AM-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5.
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Lapsit Storytime
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-3
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library

Early Birds -a lapsit storytime for ages 0 - 2
10:30 AM @ Taylor Ranch Library

11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library


Preschool Storytime
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

 

5:30-6:30 PM @ East Mountain Library
Hope and Help for Fatigue, Weight Gain, and Hormonal Problems
A Special presentation on Women's health and nutrition with a special focus on Estrogen dominance. Join Dr. Vernon Redd for a discussion of causes and solutions.

Dr. Redd-chiropractic physician, clinical nutritionist, neurologist-has spent more than thirty years working with and helping women with a wide range of health issues. For more information call (505) 281-8508.

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Friday, April 10

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Friday Friends for ages 3-5. Stories, fingerplays, rhythm instruments and a craft. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

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Saturday, April 11

10:00 AM-4:00 PM @ Main Library
Used Book Sale sponsored by the Friends for the Library. Large selection of gently used books. For more information, visit www.friendsforthelibrary.org Leaving www.cabq.gov, click for disclaimer

Storytime

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library
Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5. For more information call 505-291-6260.

10:30 AM @ San Pedro Library .
Books and Stories with Digby Bobcat and Book Mark. For more information call 505-256-2065.

 

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library
1:00-3:00 PM @ East Mountain Library
1:00-3:00 PM @ Main Library

Read to the Dogs. Children can come to the library and practice their reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener. Trained therapy dogs will sit calmly and quietly for a story. This is a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading. More about Read to the Dogs Program.

 

1:00-3:00 PM @ Main Library
Poetry Reading. Join us in the auditorium for a special program featuring poetry readings plus an open mike session. This program is in conjunction with the current “Hand In Hand” exhibit at the Main Library featuring handmade books that are collaborations between book artists and poets. For more information call (505) 768-5141.

 

3:00-4:00 PM @ Los Griegos Library
Los Griegos Reading Group. This month’s selection is Blue diary by Alice Hoffman. The reading group meets on the second Saturday of each month. New members are always welcome. For more information call (505) 761-4020.

 

2:00 - 3:30 PM @ Taylor Ranch Library
Taylor Ranch Reading Group. This month’s selection is Barack Obama: The Audacity of Hope. The reading group meets on the second Saturday of each month. New members are always welcome. For more information call (505) 897-8816.

 

2:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Teen Advisory Board. Are you a teen in grades 6-12 who knows what’s cool and trendy? We want your help to develop exciting teen programs and your input on what books and comics you want to see in the library. Stop by the Cherry Hills Library information desk for applications and more information–or just drop by the meeting. We meet on the second Saturday of each month. For more information on the Teen Advisory Board you can also call (505) 857-8321.

 

3:00-5:00 PM @ East Mountain Library

Sandia Stitch 'n Time. Do you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, needlepoint or latch hook? Bring your stitchery projects to our afternoon needlework group. Refreshments provided!  Stitchers of all ages are welcome! Come when you can, on a drop-in basis, to any of our get-togethers. For more information call 281-8508.

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Sunday, April 12

All locations are CLOSED today.

 

Monday, April 13

Storytime

11:30 AM-12:00 PM @ Westgate Library
Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5. For more information call (505) 833-6984.

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Tuesday, April 14

Storytime

10:30 AM or 1:00 PM @ Taylor Ranch Library
Family Storytime with Curious George. Same content at both programs.


10:30 AM @ North Valley Library
Spring Storytime for ages 3-5.

 

8:30-10:00 AM @ South Broadway Library

E-Mail Basics, part 1. Give up your snail mail and send messages via the internet. Learn how to access your email account anywhere in the world, organize your files and the basics of printing. Two session class.  For more information call (505) 764-1742.

 

11 AM to 1 PM @ Juan Tabo Library.
A Stitch in TimeStitching Club.  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 are welcome. Feel free to come when you can and leave as needed. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

1:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Pokemon League for ages 6-15. Join us to play Pokémon. Win prizes, meet other players… enjoy! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 

1:30-2:30 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
The More Serious Book Club. Join us for a discussion of Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen. The book club meets monthly on the second Tuesday. New members are always welcome. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

5:00-6:30 PM @ Main Library
New Mexico Art League Open House. Join us from to view the current Student-Teacher Art Show and meet some of the artists. The show is on display at the Main Library Upstairs Gallery through the end of April, and celebrates the League’s 80th Anniversary. For more information call (505) 768-5141.


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Wednesday, April 15

Storytimes

Great Beginnings-Lapsit for ages 6 months-35 months
10:00-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library


Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ South Valley
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library


Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30-11 AM @ Juan Tabo Library


Toddler Storytime for ages 1-2
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library


Storytime for ages 3-6
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

 

10:30 AM-12:00 PM @ Taylor Ranch Library

Join author Marie Romero Cash as she discusses a family memoir full of New Mexico flavor, Tortilla Chronicles:Growing Up in Santa Fe. Ms. Romero serves up a hearty helping of the “City Different” from the perspective of her humble, hardworking family.

 


12:00-1:00 PM @ Main Library
Lunch @ the Main Library – a brown bag event. Join us for a very special musical performance by Sweet Wednesday. Sweet Wednesday, musicians Join Dave Faulk and Lisa Housman, will play original acoustic folk music. Lisa and Dave have won numerous songwriting awards, including First Place in the Great American Song Contest, First Place in the Dallas Songwriting Competition, and Runner-Up in the John Lennon Song Contest. Bring your lunch and listen! For more information call (505) 768-5141.

 

3:30-5:30 PM @ East Mountain Library

Drawing for Young People. Kids ages 10-14 are invited to join us on the first and third Wednesday of the month from January 21 through April 15. We will explore the fun of drawing and learn basic drawing skills. Today’s lesson is Geometric Shapes: Drawing Buildings, Cars, and Robots. For more information call (505) 281-8508.

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Thursday, April 16

Storytimes

Great Beginnings - Lapsit Storytime for ages 6 months-35 months.
10:00 AM-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5.
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Lapsit Storytime
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-3
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library

Early Birds -a lapsit storytime for ages 0 - 2
10:30 am @ Taylor Ranch Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-3
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

Jiggle and Jam for ages 6 months - 5 years and caregiver
11:30 AM-12:00 PM @ East Mountain Library

 

8:30-10:00 AM @ South Broadway Library

E-Mail Basics, part 2 . Give up your snail mail and send messages via the internet. Learn how to access your email account anywhere in the world, organize your files and the basics of printing. Two session class.  For more information call (505) 764-1742.

 

11:30-4:30 PM @ San Pedro Library

Poetry Day. Every half hour staff will read selections from their favorite poems. For more information call 256-2067.

 

3:00 – 4:30 @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library
Tony Hillerman Library Book Club. The book club meets monthly on the third Thursday. Please join us; new members are always welcome. This month we are discussing Smilla’s Sense of Snow by Peter Hoeg . For more information call (505) 291-6264.

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Friday, April 17

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Friday Friends for ages 2-5. Stories, fingerplays, rhythm instruments and a craft. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

2:00–3:30PM @ Taylor Ranch Library
A Good Yarn. If you enjoy knitting, crocheting or other needle craft, join our drop-in stitch group. All ages and skill levels welcome. A skilled knitter will be on hand for instruction and questions. Feel free to come when you can and leave as needed. Our first session will be held Friday April 17 from 2-3:30PM and will include a discussion of how often to meet.

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Saturday, April 18

10:00 AM-noon @ Cherry Hills Library
Xeriscape and Land Conversion Seminar. Join Xeriscape Incentive Inspector Claude Ceniceros from as he discusses xeriscaping principles, plant selection, design strategies, drip irrigation and how to get a city rebate. For more information call (505) 768-3655.

Storytime

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library
Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5. For more information call 505-291-6260.

10:30 AM @ San Pedro Library .
Books and Stories with Digby Bobcat and Book Mark. For more information call 505-256-2065.

10:30 AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library
Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5. For more information call 505-291-6264.

 

10:00 AM-3:00 PM

Master Gardeners will answer your gardening questions at these locations.

 

1:00-3:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
1:00-3:00 PM @ Lomas Tramway Library
Read to the Dogs. Children can come to the library and practice their reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener. Trained therapy dogs will sit calmly and quietly for a story. This is a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading. More about Read to the Dogs Program.

 

2:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
T.A.B. o'the Mornin' (or a wee bit after it). The wee ones (3-8 years old) are invited to celebrate all things Irish on Saturday, March 14, from 2-4, with T.A.B. (the Teen Advisory Board).  Enjoy stories and crafts in the storytime room! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 

3:30-5:30 PM @ Lomas Tramway Library
Family Film: Bolt. Run time 96 minutes. Rated PG (mild action and peril). Children under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.


4:30—5:30 PM @ Wyoming /Hillerman Library
Harlan Schmaltz-playing classical Latin guitar music for your enjoyment. For mroe information call (505) 291-6264.

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Sunday, April 19

1:00-5:00 PM

Cherry Hills Library, Erna Fergusson Library, and Taylor Ranch Library are OPEN.


2:00-3:00 @ Erna Fergusson Library
Free college guidance session. High school students and parents are invited to join us for a special presentation featuring Albuquerque college counselors and college representatives. Learn about tools and strategies to help you find the right college. Today’s event is geared towards high school juniors, but is open to all high school students and parents. For more information call (505) 888-8100.

 

Monday, April 20

11:30 AM @ Westgate Library (preschool)

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Ramona King will entertain the audience with her Knee High Tales for preschoolers. For more information call (505) 833-6984.

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Tuesday, April 21

Storytime


10:30 AM @ North Valley Library
Spring Storytime for ages 3-5.

 

10:00 AM @ Alamosa Library (ages 3-5)

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Ramona King will entertain the audience with her Knee High Tales for preschoolers.For more information call (505) 836-0684.

 

11:00 AM-12:00 PM @ Taylor Ranch Library
Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Storyteller Liz Mangual will entertain the group with her colorful bilingual tales. For more information call (505)897-8816.

 

11 AM to 1 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
A Stitch in TimeStitching Club. 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 are welcome. Feel free to come when you can and leave as needed. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

1:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Pokemon League for ages 6-15. Join us to play Pokémon. Win prizes, meet other players… enjoy! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 

1:30-2:30 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
The Library Detectives-Mystery Book Club. Are you an avid mystery reader? Join us for a discussion of Sight Unseen by Robert Goddard. The Library Detectives meet monthly on the third Tuesday.  New members are always welcome.

5:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library

Fiction and a Flick. Read the book, watch the movie with us, and then we’ll discuss it! April's movie is based on The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler. 1 hour 54 minutes. Not rated. Adults ages 17+; ID required. For more information call (505) 857-8321.

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Wednesday, April 22

Storytimes

Great Beginnings-Lapsit for ages 6 months-35 months
10:00-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library


Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library (puppet Show with Miggs and Jiggs)
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ South Valley
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library

Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30-11 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-2
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library


 

10:30 AM-12:30 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Wheels Museum
Join Leba Freed, founder and President of the Wheels Museum, as she takes you on a visual and verbal journey through 130 years of Albuquerque’s transportation history.

 

10:30 AM @ South Valley Library

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. New Mexico storyteller Mary Ellen Gonzales will present a special bilingual program for children and families. For more information call (505) 877-5170.

 

Noon to 1:00 PM @ Main Library
Lunch @ the Library, a brown bag event with . Bring your lunch and listen! This event is brought to you by the Friends for the Public Library. For more information call (505) 768-5141.

 

3:30-5 PM @ East Mountain Library
Pokemon League for ages 7-15
Join us every 2nd and 4th Wednesday to play Pokémon. Meet other players, hone your skills … enjoy! For more information call (505) 281-8508.

 

4:00 PM @ Los Griegos Library 
Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. New Mexico storyteller Mary Ellen Gonzales will present a special bilingual program for children and families. For more information call (505) 761-4020.

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Thursday, April 23

Storytimes

Great Beginnings - Lapsit Storytime for ages 6 months-35 months.
10:00 AM-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5.
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Lapsit Storytime
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Wyoming /Hillerman Library


Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-3
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library

Early Birds -a lapsit storytime for ages 0 - 2
10:30 am @ Taylor Ranch Library

11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library


Preschool Storytime
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

 

12:30 AM @ South Broadway Library
Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Storyteller Stephen Plá will entertain the audience with his bilingual stories and tales from around the world. For more information call (505) 764-1742.

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Friday, April 24

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Friday Friends for ages 2-5. Stories, fingerplays, rhythm instruments and a craft. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

11 AM or 4 PM

Art Around The World for ages 6-14 @ Erna Fergusson Library
Monthly on the last Friday of the month. Projects are for children ages 6-14. Registration required. Registration begins the day after the previous month's program. Call early--space is limited. This month we will celebrate Rapa Nui (Easter Island). Children are invited to learn about the giant moai statues created by the Rapanui people and carve their own moai head. For more information and to register call (505) 888-8100.

 

2:00–3:30PM @ Taylor Ranch Library
A Good Yarn. If you enjoy knitting, crocheting or other needle craft, join our drop-in stitch group. All ages and skill levels welcome. A skilled knitter will be on hand for instruction and questions. Feel free to come when you can and leave as needed. Our first session will be held Friday April 17 from 2-3:30PM and will include a discussion of how often to meet.

 

4:00-5:00 PM @ South Broadway Library
Make your own Windsock-a craft for all ages. Join us for a StoryTime about the Wind. Then stay and make your own Windsock. For more information call (505) 764-1742.

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Saturday, April 25

Storytime

10:30 AM @ Juan Tabo Library
Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5. For more information call 505-291-6260.

10:30 AM @ San Pedro Library .
Books and Stories with Digby Bobcat and Book Mark. For more information call 505-256-2065.

10:30 AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library
Music and Movement Storytime- for ages 0-5. For more information call 505-291-6264.

 

10:30 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Cristina Ortega, local children’s book author and former school teacher, will read from some of her favorite books. For more information call (505) 291-6295.

 

10:30 AM-12 :00 PM @ Lomas Tramway Library
The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Central New Mexico are looking for Little Sisters between the ages of 6-10. A representative will provide brochures, pamphlets and basic information on what the organization is about.

11:00 @ Cherry Hills Library

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Armando Ortega, local musician, illustrator and storyteller, will entertain the audience with multicultural tales. for more information call (505) 857-8321.

11:00AM-2:00 PM @ Main Library

Lost Pages, Found Poems – A Book Arts Demonstration. Join members of Libros, the New Mexico Book Arts Guild, for this special demonstration and learn about recycling old pages into poetry. This program is in conjunction with the current “Hand In Hand” exhibit at the Main Library featuring handmade books that are collaborations between book artists and poets. For more information call (505) 768-5141.

 

1:00-3:00 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
Read to the Dogs. Children can come to the library and practice their reading in a relaxed atmosphere with a patient listener. Trained therapy dogs will sit calmly and quietly for a story. This is a great way for children to gain confidence in their reading. More about Read to the Dogs Program.

 

1:00-4:00 PM @ Lomas Tramway Library
Board Game Day
for ages 5 and up.
Children and teens can come play a library board game, or bring their own.

 


2:30-4:00 pm @ North Valley Library
Family Film - Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
Rated PG; 89 minutes

 

2:30 PM @ Wyoming Library
Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Danny Solis, New Mexico’s favorite Poetry Slam champion, will get everyone and moving with interactive and bilingual poetry; expect lots of fun and laughter. For more information call 291-6264.

 

3:00-4:30 PM @ Taylor Ranch Library
William Shakespeare. Celebrate the Bard’s Birthday with us, 445 years to be exact, and learn about his time, his plays and his theatre. Carol Hubbard, former Eastern New Mexico University Adjunct Instructor, will share her expertise.

 

3:00-5:00 PM @ East Mountain Library

Sandia Stitch 'n Time. Do you knit, crochet, cross-stitch, needlepoint or latch hook? Bring your stitchery projects to our afternoon needlework group. Refreshments provided!  Stitchers of all ages are welcome! Come when you can, on a drop-in basis, to any of our get-togethers. For more information call 281-8508.

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Sunday, April 26

1:00-5:00 PM

Cherry Hills Library, Erna Fergusson Library, and Taylor Ranch Library are OPEN.


2:00-4:00 PM @ Erna Fergusson Library
Sunday Stitching Society. Join us twice a month for stitching of all kinds-- knitting, Crocheting, spinning, cross-stitch, embroidery, tatting, spinning. Teach someone, learn something new, or meet new friends. All ages welcome. For more information call (505) 888-8100.

 

Monday, April 27

 

Tuesday, April 28

Storytime


10:30 AM @ North Valley Library
Spring Storytime for ages 3-5.

 

10:00 AM @ San Pedro Library

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Storyteller Stephen Plá will entertain the audience with his bilingual stories and tales from around the world. For more information call (505) 256-2067.

 

10:30 AM @ North Valley Library

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Danny Solis, New Mexico’s favorite Poetry Slam champion, will get everyone and moving with interactive and bilingual poetry; expect lots of fun and laughter. For more information call (505) 897-8823.

 


10:30 AM @ Main Library Storypit

Family Movie: Bolt (Rated PG). Run Time: 96 minutes. Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

 

11 AM to 1 PM @ Juan Tabo Library.
A Stitch in TimeStitching Club. 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 are welcome. Feel free to come when you can and leave as needed. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

1:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Pokemon League for ages 6-15. Join us to play Pokémon. Win prizes, meet other players… enjoy! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 

1:30-2:30 PM @ Juan Tabo Library
Allergies: Getting Rid of them forever!   If you've been bothered by allergies this season, this workshop is for you. Join Dr. Vernon Redd, Clinical Nutritionist and learn how to bring your body into balance and eliminate both environmental and food allergies without harmful drugs. For more information call (505) 291-6260.

 

4:30-6:15 PM @ Cherry Hills Library

Family Movie: WALL-E (Rated G). Runtime: 98 minutes. Children must be accompanied by a parent/adult AT ALL TIMES! For more information call (505) 857-8321.

 

6:30-7:30 PM @ Lomas Tramway Library
Favorite Poems Night (for teens and adults). Bring your favorite poem to read, share and discuss. For more information call (505) 291-6295.

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Wednesday, April 29

Storytimes

Great Beginnings-Lapsit for ages 6 months-35 months
10:00-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ South Valley
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Wyoming Library/Hillerman Library

Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30-11 AM @ Juan Tabo Library

Toddler Storytime for ages 1-2
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

 

10:30 AM @ East Mountain Library (preschool)

Celebrate Día de los Niños at the Library. Ramona King will entertain the audience with her Knee High Tales for preschoolers.For more information call (505) 281-8508.

 

11:30 AM -1:00 PM @ Cherry Hills Library
Spring Poetry Circle. Read and discuss with us two translations of a poem from Han Shan’s Cold Mountain Poems and two translations of Tu Fu’s ‘Moonlight Night’. All are welcome to join our exploration of Chinese poetry! Pick up copies of the poems at the Information Desk.

 


4:00-5:00 PM @ South Broadway Library
Easy Healthy Cooking on a Budget

Join Gilda Latzky, a cooking and baking teacher at UNM and the Albuquerque Academy as she demonstrates a variety of cooking techniques that provide simple and elegant fare that is easy to make, low in fat and healthy – all on a budget. Today’s menu is: Pasta Salad, Scallops Provencal, Beef and Broccoli, Chicken with Mushrooms, and Artichokes in Mustard Sauce. Tasting samples and recipes will be provided. Seating is limited, so please call the library at 764-1742 to reserve your space.

 

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Thursday, April 30

10:00 AM- 6:00 PM @ Lomas Tramway Library
"Poem In Your Pocket Day." Share a poem, take a poem. For more information call (505) 291-6295.

Storytimes

Great Beginnings - Lapsit Storytime for ages 6 months-35 months.
10:00 AM-10:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5.
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Lapsit Storytime
10:15 AM-10:45 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Wyoming /Hillerman Library


Movement & Music Storytime for ages 0-5
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Juan Tabo Library


Toddler Storytime for ages 1-3
10:30 AM-11:00 AM @ Main Library

Early Birds -a lapsit storytime for ages 0 - 2
10:30 am @ Taylor Ranch Library


Toddler Storytime for ages 1-3
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Cherry Hills Library

Storytime for ages 3-6
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Erna Fergusson Library

Preschool Storytime
11:00 AM-11:30 AM @ Lomas Tramway Library

 

 

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