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Join the Rockrimmon Branch for stories, live music, petting zoo, performers, games, cake and more as they celebrate our 20th anniversary. Different events will be held throughout the day in the library, the meeting room, and outdoors for families and children of all ages.

• When: Saturday, Sept. 19 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Where: Rockrimmon Branch, 832 Village Circle 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

The Star Wars Storm Troopers from the Mountain Garrison of the 501st Legion (and, of course, Darth Vader) visited East Library on Sunday, January 11. Science Matters also gave a presentation to the 272 people in attendance. The Storm Troopers will be making additional appearances at PPLD facilities as the District celebrates science and technology this month.

Science Matters and the Storm Troopers

• Saturday, January 17, 1:30 p.m., Cheyenne Mountain Branch
• Sunday, January 18, 1:30 p.m., Penrose Library
• Saturday, January 24, 1:30 p.m. , Ruth Holley Branch

Astronaut Bob Stewart and the Storm Troopers

• Tuesday, January 13, 6:30 p.m., Old Colorado City Branch
• Saturday, January 17, 1:30 p.m., Rockrimmon Branch
• Saturday, January 24, 10:30 a.m., Ute Pass Branch

Can you bake a cake? Are you looking for something delicious to do on your weekend? Enter Rockrimmon Branch’s Annual Sweet Afternoon Bake-Off!

• What: Sweet Afternoon Bake-Off
• When: Saturday, September 27, 1 – 3 p.m.
• Where: Rockrimmon Branch

Fill out this form by September 17 to enter your cake, or just come and sample the many scrumptious entries.

In addition to First, Second, and Third place winners, your votes will win one lucky entry the “People’s Choice” award. Plus, recipes for these masterpieces will be free to take home.

• First Place Winner: $100 Gift Certificate for The Craftwood Inn Restaurant
• Second Place Winner: $50 Gift Certificate for Applebee’s Restaurant
• Third Place Winner: $25 Gift Certificate for Oliver’s Deli

Hey Kids! Trade your books for different ones. No limit to the number of books you can swap! Saturday, May 31 10 am – 11:30 am Drop off your books 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Choose new books

Rockrimmon Branch, 832 Village Center Drive
593-8000

“Page #1 Teen Fiction Writers”

Meets October 12th and 26th, 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Rockrimmon Branch

“Sweet Afternoon Bake-Off”

October 13th, 1 – 3 p.m. at Rockrimmon Branch. Looking for something delicious to do on your Saturday? Come and sample pie and cake masterpieces and collect the free recipes. Enter your pie or cake by October 2nd for a chance to win fantastic prizes! Call 593-8000 for more information. Click Here for an Entry Form

“Pumpkin Favors”

October 16th, at 4 p.m. at the Rockrimmon Branch: Learn to make table favors for Halloween or Thanksgiving in this craft program for mothers and daughters. Ages 8 and up. Supplies will be provided; registration is required. Call 593-8000.