What's New at PPLD!

Watch an interview with photographer Randy Lindblad in which he discusses his art, including his exhibit Here Today, Gone Tomorrow (which can be viewed at the Monument Branch throughout September).

What is your family’s legacy? Each of us has a story from our ancestors, or even our own to tell. If these stories are unwritten, how will our children know their heritage? It is up to us to document these experiences. Turn your family history into interesting stories, something your children will be proud of and learn from.

Author Linda Weaver Clarke will offer four Family Legacy Writing Workshops on how to turn history into words. The Old Colorado City Branch and Monument Branch will also host ongoing Family History Writing Classes. You can register for all of these offerings and get more information through the links below.

Family Legacy Workshops

• Cheyenne Mountain Branch, Thursday, August 27, 2 – 4 p.m.
• Fountain Branch, Thursday, August 27, 6 – 8 p.m.
• Old Colorado City Branch, Friday, August 28, 10:30 a.m. – noon
• Monument Branch, Friday, August 28, 3 – 5 p.m.

Family History Writing Class

• Old Colorado City Branch, 6:30 – 8 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month through February 2010, beginning September 2
• Monument Branch, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. on the first and third Monday of each month through March 2010, beginning September 21

The AARP Mature Safe Driving Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom driver refresher course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. Upon successfully completing the course, graduates may present their course completion certificate to their insurance agents for a discount.

A minimum of 10 students is required for the class to be held. Charge for the eight-hour course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. This is a change from previous years. Class size is limited and registration is required. Bring a lunch for classes longer than four hours.

• Sat., May 2, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Cheyenne Mountain Branch
• Thu., May 7, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Ruth Holley Branch
• Sat., May 9, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Sand Creek Branch
• Sat., May 16, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Monument Branch
• Sat., May 16, 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. at Old Colorado City Branch
• Mon., May 18, and Tue., May 19, 5 – 9 p.m. at East Library
• Tue., May 19, and Wed., May 20, noon – 4 p.m. at Briargate Branch
• Thu., May 21, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Ruth Holley Branch

Meet acclaimed film producer and director Bob Garner, who worked for over three decades in Hollywood. He will share fascinating stories about his adventures and inspiring ideas to help everyone reach their individual goals. This is a program for teens and adults.

• When: Saturday, May 2 at 1:30 p.m.
• Where: Monument Branch, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr.

Hello Earth! A Puppet Show with Patti Smithsonian
Little Red Riding Hood learns from the Wolf about recycling paper instead of chopping down forests. The Three Little Pigs learn about wasting disposable goods and their impact on the environment. The Ant and the Grasshopper remind us to enjoy life. This engaging ‘fairytale with a twist’ puppet show introduces ideas around the important topic of environmental stewardship.

• Mon., March 23 at 10:30 a.m. – Monument Branch
• Tue., March 24 at 10:30 a.m. – Fountain Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – East Library
• Wed., March 25 at 2 p.m. – Ruth Holley Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – Penrose Library
• Fri., March 23 at 10:30 a.m. – Rockrimmon Branch
• Sat. March 28 at 10:30 a.m.– Ute Pass Branch

Puppet Variations with Bob Aiken
Try a lighthearted piece of Puppet Theater that the whole family can enjoy together. Four puppet styles and four performing techniques form a visual smorgasbord. Its simple approach and positive attitude has touched and brought smiles to folks across the country, at venues ranging from birthday parties to art festivals.

• Tue., March 24 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – East Library
• Tue., March 24 at 6:30 p.m. – Old Colorado City Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – Sand Creek Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 2 p.m. – Fountain Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 10:30 a.m. – Cheyenne Mountain Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 2 p.m. – Monument Branch

Rhythm Fun and More With Helen Trencher, “The Percussion Lady”
Spark your imagination and ignite your creativity! Participants will experience a magical time filled with song, story, and rhythm. This interactive program is great for the entire family – ages 2 through 92! Come ready to let your imagination run wild through the joy of rhythmic expression.

• Tue., March 24 at 10:30 a.m. – Monument Branch
• Tue., March 24 at 2 p.m. – Rockrimmon Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m – Penrose Library
• Wed., March 25 at 2 p.m. – Cheyenne Mountain Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – East Library
• Thu., March 26 at 2 p.m. – Briargate Branch

Alphabet Songs! A children’s concert with Steve Weeks
Join in this fun, interactive show filled with music, stories and humor for the whole family! Learning your letters has never been so much fun! Steve is a USA Songwriting Competition winner, and included Parents’ Choice and Nappa Honors Winner.

• Tue., March 24 at 10:30 a.m. – Ruth Holley Branch
• Tue., March 24 at 1 p.m. – Cheyenne Mountain Branch
• Tue., March 24 at 4 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 2 p.m. – Briargate Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 7 p.m. – East Library

A Patchwork Quilt of Rhythm, Rhyme, Story and Song
Bonnie Phipps tickles your imagination with a diverse repertoire of participatory songs and stories using her unusual instruments to heighten the action in her tales. Bonnie is a Parent’s Choice Awards winner, a published author, recording artist, a national Autoharp Champion, a contemporary folk singer, a spoons, paper bag, limber-jack, and jaw harp player, a storyteller, a former kindergarten teacher, and an undeniable hit with children.

• Tue., March 24 at 10 and 11 a.m. – Briargate Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 10:20 a.m. – Palmer Lake Branch
• Wed., March 25 at 2 p.m. – Rockrimmon Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 10:30 a.m. – Old Colorado City Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 2 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch

Origami with a Twist!
Join storyteller Denise Gard, as she tells stories using the ancient art of
Origami. Learn the techniques and create a Samurai Helmet. Recommended for ages 8 and older. Registration required.

Funky Fairytales 19 presents Snoring Beauties and Other Strange Stuff
Now in their 19th year of performing, Pikes Peak Library District’s favorite acting troupe presents Bruce Hale’s Snoring Beauty and other frankly funny tales to tickle your fancy! Recommended for ages 4 and older.

• Tue., March 24 at 10:30 a.m. – Rockrimmon Branch
• Tue., March 24 at 2 p.m. – Penrose Library
• Fri., March 27 at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. – East Library
• Fri., March 27 at 2 p.m. – Ruth Holley Branch
• Fri., March 27 at 4 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch

Dream City
Just imagine a city far, far into the future. Design your vision of what that city would look like in this creative hands-on workshop. Register at your library. Recommended for ages 8 and older.

• Mon., March 23 at 2 p.m. – Cheyenne Branch
• Mon., March 23 at 2 :30 p.m. – Sand Creek Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 10:30 a.m. – Ruth Holley Branch
• Thu., March 26 at 2 p.m. – East Library
• Thu., March 26 at 2 p.m. – Fountain Branch
• Fri., March 27 at 2 p.m. – Briargate Branch

Gardening experts, Woody and Catherine Woodworth from High Country Home & Garden will provide an informative overview of gardening in the Tri-Lakes region.

• When: Saturday, March 7 at 1:30 p.m.
• Where: Monument Branch, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr.

Have a great time at our Monument Branch and Palmer Lake Branch Annual Winter Fest on February 28, which this year will be held at the Western Museum of Mining (225 North Gate Blvd.) to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Colorado Gold Rush. Activities will include face painting, crafts, museum tours, gold panning, and refreshments. For more information call Monument Branch, 488-2370.

• 1 p.m. Old West Melodrama, performed by Lewis Palmer High School drama students
• 2 p.m. Cowboy Steve, award winning trick roper
• 2:45 p.m. Performance by the Rocky Mountain Gunslingers
• 3:30 p.m. Campfire Stories by local authors of Ever After Stories

PPLD’s Monument Branch was recently named the 2008 Colorado Library of the Year by the Colorado Association of Libraries. To honor this significant accomplishment, the PPLD Video Production Center has produced an in-depth portrait of the branch. The five minute spot features Monument Branch staff members discussing the programs, events, volunteers, patrons, and even the fish and ducks that make their library tops in the state. The video, now posted on YouTube, can be viewed below.

Join storyteller Cathy Kelsay as she brings Mrs. Claus to life to tell stories, sing, and share puppets for the holidays.

• Sat., December 6 at 10 a.m. – Ute Pass Branch
• Tue., December 9 at 6:30 p.m. – Old Colo. City Branch
• Sat., December 13 at 1:30 p.m. – Monument Branch
• Sat., December 20 at 10:30 a.m. – Briargate Branch
• Sat., December 20 at 1:30 p.m. – Cheyenne Mtn. Branch

Come to the Tri-Lakes Friends of the Library reception to thank patrons, library staff, and volunteers for their role in the Monument Branch Library’s selection as the Colorado Association of Library’s 2008 Colorado Library of the Year. The event is open to the public. Call 488-2370 for more information.

• When: Monday, November 10 from 4 – 6 p.m.
• Where: Monument Branch, 1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr.