Programs and Events for Kids: Old Colorado City Library

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Summer Reading Volunteer Training

When: Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 4:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Summer Reading Volunteers, join us for pizza and an overview of this year's programs, Dig into Reading and Beneath the Surface!

Storytime

When: Friday, May 24, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sounds, rhythm and rhyme in a playful environment.

Family Film Night: Rise of the Guardians

When: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 - 6:30 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

When an evil spirit known as Pitch lays down the gauntlet to take over the world, the immortal Guardians must join forces for the first time to protect the hopes, beliefs and imagination of children all over the world. Rated PG

Toddler Time

When: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Reading Buddies Training

When: Thursday, May 30, 2013 - 4:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Teens! Another boring summer staring you in the face? Would you like to help volunteer to help children in grades K - 5 with reading this summer? Register for our Reading Buddies Training. Old Colorado City Library will host a Reading Buddies program every Thursday from 3-5pm in June and July.

Storytime

When: Friday, May 31, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sounds, rhythm and rhyme in a playful environment.

Stories and Crafts--Summer Reading Storytime

When: Tuesday, June 04, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Start with a read-aloud of some great books and add an activity or craft. Morning programs are appropriate for ages 3 to 8.

Toddler Time

When: Wednesday, June 05, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Reading Buddies

When: Thursday, June 06, 2013 - 3:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Trained teen volunteers will help students in grades K-5 practice reading. Free, drop-in program.

Summer Morning Fun: Let the Wild Rumpus Circus Begin!

When: Friday, June 07, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak

Actor, clown, and juggler Jacob Mills and dancer, aerialist and stilt walker Marcia Miquelon combine their talents to amaze you as you begin your Summer Reading adventure! Stilt dancing, acrobatics, juggling and crazy fun await you – join us! All Friday morning events will take place at the Westside Community Center at 1628 W. Bijou, Colorado Springs 80904.

Walking Tours of Historic Old Colorado City

When: Saturday, June 08, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak

Join library staff for a 45 minute walking tour of historic Old Colorado City. No registration necessary, but groups should call ahead. Please come prepared for weather--sunny or cool accordingly. In case of rain, a slideshow will be presented in the library meeting room. Contact David if you have questions.

Stories and Crafts--Summer Reading Storytime

When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Start with a read-aloud of some great books and add an activity or craft. Morning programs are appropriate for ages 3 to 8.

Toddler Time

When: Wednesday, June 12, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Reading Buddies

When: Thursday, June 13, 2013 - 3:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Trained teen volunteers will help students in grades K-5 practice reading. Free, drop-in program.

Summer Morning Fun:Steve Weeks – Parents Choice Award Winner!

When: Friday, June 14, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak

Join Kindie musician Steve Weeks for an interactive family romp filled with music, humor and games as he performs his favorites. Come prepared to laugh. Come prepared to sing ...and bring those dancing shoes! All Friday morning events will take place at the Westside Community Center at 1628 W. Bijou, Colorado Springs 80904.

Stories and Crafts--Summer Reading Storytime

When: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Start with a read-aloud of some great books and add an activity or craft. Morning programs are appropriate for ages 3 to 8.

Toddler Time

When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Toddler Time

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

Reading Buddies

When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 3:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Trained teen volunteers will help students in grades K-5 practice reading. Free, drop-in program.

Summer Morning Fun: Burrow with Bunnies!

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 10:30 AM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak

Did you know bunnies are great diggers? Join Laura Foye and her bunnies for this fun program. You will learn some facts about rabbits, pet a sweet, soft (real!) bunny and visit the craft table to make your own rabbit creations. Bunny fun for everyone! All Friday morning events will take place at the Westside Community Center at 1628 W. Bijou, Colorado Springs 80904.

Dig into Art: Matisse for Kids!

When: Friday, June 21, 2013 - 2:00 PM
Where: Old Colorado City Branch - 2418 West Pikes Peak at Old Colorado City Meeting Room

Create your own Matisse collage. As Matisse said, we’ll “paint with scissors”.For school age children 7 years old and up, join us for an art experience at the library.