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Thursday April 18 9:15am - 10:00am MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof classes help older adults to maintain an independent, freely functioning lifestyle. Learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, and help prevent accidental falls. In partnership with the Central District Health Department.
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Thursday April 18 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Baby Stories and Play
Join us for rhymes, songs, stories, and open play time. This program is designed for babies (0-24 months) and their caregivers. It is a great way to meet others in the community and set your baby up for early literacy success!
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Thursday April 18 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Community Helper Storytime: Boise Police Department
Meet the Community Helpers who make our community safe and connected throughout the month of April. This week’s visitor will be the Boise Police Department. After a story there will be time to explore our guests’ awesome vehicles and a make a craft.Join us in the Sycamo......More
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Thursday April 18 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Preschool Storytime
Join us Thursdays at 10:30am for this kindergarten readiness storytime and craft! This storytime is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
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Thursday April 18 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof™ is designed to help senior citizens prevent injuries and the subsequent loss of independence. Class participants learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, which can help prevent the accidental falls and tripping sometimes as......More
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Thursday April 18 1:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Memory Café
Memory Café is where family caregivers and their loved one with memory loss can get together in a safe, supportive, and engaging environment in a break from normal routine. It is a time to socialize, enjoy activities, learn from monthly topics, and build resources for c......More
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Thursday April 18 3:00pm - 6:30pm MDT
VITA Tax Help
Get tax help though the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) with the Boise State University Department of Accountancy.Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments recommended. Make an appointment through TaxHelpID.orgFor more information on what documents you will ......More
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Thursday April 18 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
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Thursday April 18 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
LEGO Club
Build LEGO creations with other kids. Sometimes we will include LEGO challenges while other times will be a free build of whatever you’d like to create.Program attendees will be expected to follow current City of Boise health and safety guidelines.
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Thursday April 18 4:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
School Age Fun
Kids explore STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) topics with hands-on activities in this program. Topics rotate each session.
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Thursday April 18 6:00pm - 7:30pm MDT
Boise Park Tour - Bethine Church River Trail
As we continue to celebrate Boise's "Ribbon of Jewels", join the Boise Public Library and Boise Parks & Recreation for a tour of the beautiful scenery along the Bethine Church River Trail. The 1.6-mile section of pathway on the Boise River is located in a 24-acre natur......More
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Thursday April 18 6:00pm - 7:30pm MDT
Let's Make Dungeon Tiles: Potions Shop
This Program is for ages 12 Registration encouraged to secure your spot and supplies! Learn how to use craft a magical potions shop counter! This piece can help set the stage by addding a visually interesting element to cities and towns. All supplies will be available f......More
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Thursday April 18 6:00pm - 7:30pm MDT
Threadbenders
Join a group of creative and crafty threadbenders at the Library! at Collister. Bring your own knitting, crocheting, embroidery, or hand-stitching project to work on. All skill levels welcome.
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Thursday April 18 6:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Pajama Storytime
Put on your jammies, grab your stuffie, and head to the Library! at Cole & Ustick for Pajama Storytime! We'll read books, dance, and have loads of fun! This program is designed for families of any age or make-up.
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Friday April 19 All Day
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Red Cross Blood Drive Library! at Cole and Ustick7557 W Ustick Rd, Sagebrush Room10:00 am - 4:00 pm.Sponser Code: CULibrarySchedule your appointment online at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=CULibrary
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Friday April 19 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group
Conducted by trained facilitators from the Alzheimer's Association, this new support group on the Boise Bench is a safe place to develop a support system, exchange helpful information, talk through issues, share feelings and ways of coping, and keep up to date about loc......More
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Friday April 19 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
English Practice Meet-Up
Do you want to practice speaking English? Come and talk with us! We'll meet weekly in the Catalpa Room at the Library! at Collister for guided conversation and practice.
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Friday April 19 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Baby Stories & Play
Join us for rhymes, songs, stories, and open play time. This program is a great way to meet others in the community and set your baby up for early literacy success! This program is designed for babies (0-24 months) and their caregivers.
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Friday April 19 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Music & Movement
Shake, shimmy, and dance! This program is primarily music based, and is designed for ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
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Friday April 19 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Play and Learn
This open play time is designed for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers to enjoy open-ended play and socialization together. While all ages are welcome to attend, this program is intended for children ages 0-5.
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Friday April 19 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Spice Club!
Join us the 3rd Friday of the month for Spice of the Month Club!The Spice of the Month Club is a great way to try out new spices and share recipes and ideas with other home cooks! Participants will learn a little of the history of the spice of the month and take home a ......More
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Friday April 19 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Computer Basics at Hillcrest
Basic computer skills for beginners. See Library! program calendar for more info.
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Friday April 19 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
LEGO Club!
Come hang out and build with LEGO bricks! Each week we will get creative, using our problem solving and teamwork skills.
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Saturday April 20 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Family Storytime
This family storytime is designed for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers to enjoy stories, music, movement, and play together.
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Saturday April 20 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Read to a Therapy Dog
Join us for our Read to a Therapy Dog program, where kids get a chance to practice their reading skills by reading to a Certified Therapy Dog! Kids can read to a dog for 10 minutes and the dogs will love it! Children believe they are teaching the dog to read, but they a......More
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Saturday April 20 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Ultimate Book Nerd Book Club
Discover the joy of reading with the Ultimate Book Nerd 2024 Monthly Book Club. Each month, we’ll gather to discuss books read for the challenge and share title ideas for different Ultimate Book Nerd categories. Join us for lively discussions and connect with fellow boo......More
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Saturday April 20 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Speak German to Me
Familiar with German and want people to talk to? Used to know German and want to get back into it? Join us every Saturday at Collister for German conversation.
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Monday April 22 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Baby Stories and Play
Join us for a weekly storytime for children ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Library staff will help you nurture your child’s love of reading through songs, rhymes, and stories.
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Monday April 22 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Earth Day Nature Storytime
Celebrate Earth Day with a special nature themed storytime followed by a hands on sustainable activity exploring our spectacular world. Ages 2-5.
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Monday April 22 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof™ is designed to help senior citizens prevent injuries and the subsequent loss of independence. Class participants learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, which can help prevent the accidental falls and tripping sometimes as......More
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Monday April 22 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Toddler Storytime
Join us for a fun-filled hour with books, songs, and activities designed to help develop your child’s early literacy and social skills. This program is intended for children ages 2-3 and their caregivers.
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Monday April 22 12:30pm - 1:30pm MDT
Bestsellers of the Classical Era(s) (BCE)
From the epic tales of Gilgamesh or the Mahabarata to the philosophical musings of Plato's Republic and Confucius' Analects, we'll be delving into the literary masterpieces that have captured the hearts and minds of readers for centuries. Our book club will meet monthly......More
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Monday April 22 2:00pm - 2:30pm MDT
Baby Stories and Play
Join us for a weekly storytime for children ages 0-24 months and their caregivers. Library staff will help you nurture your child’s love of reading through songs, rhymes, and stories.
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Monday April 22 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Lego Club
Build LEGO® creations with other kids. Try a building challenge or use your imagination!
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Tuesday April 23 9:15am - 10:00am MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof classes help older adults to maintain an independent, freely functioning lifestyle. Learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, and help prevent accidental falls. In partnership with the Central District Health Department.
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Tuesday April 23 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Community Helper Storytime: Boise Police Department
Meet the Community Helpers who make our community safe and connected throughout the month of April. This week’s visitor will be BPD. After a story there will be time to explore our guests’ awesome vehicles and a make a craft.
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Tuesday April 23 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Music & Movement
Designed for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. We'll clap, stomp and dance to music together!
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Tuesday April 23 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Music and Movement
Join us for a fun time of moving and grooving! Music and Movement is meant to help develop music literacy in early childhood. This program is geared toward ages 2-5, but all ages are welcome! Every Tuesday in the Sagebrush Room.
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Tuesday April 23 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Toddler Storytime
Join us for a fun-filled hour with books, songs, and activities designed to help develop your child’s early literacy and social skills. This program is intended for children ages 2-3 and their caregivers.
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Tuesday April 23 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof™ is designed to help senior citizens prevent injuries and the subsequent loss of independence. Class participants learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, which can help prevent the accidental falls and tripping sometimes as......More
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Tuesday April 23 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT
Baby Stories & Play
Join us for rhymes, songs, stories, and open play time. This program is a great way to meet others in the community and set your baby up for early literacy success!
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Tuesday April 23 2:30pm - 4:00pm MDT
Unraveled - A Yarn Guild
Join a group of local yarn enthusiasts as we gather every week to knit, crochet, or weave our own personal projects, or items for Boise area humanitarian needs, including preemie baby beanies for St. Alphonsus, crate blankets for the Idaho Humane Society, and kids beani......More
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Tuesday April 23 3:30pm - 4:30pm MDT
Teen Hangout
Join us after school for activities like gaming, art, and more! Ages 12-17. Snacks and drinks provided.
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Tuesday April 23 4:30pm - 5:30pm MDT
Bingo
Join us for an all ages bingo session at the Library at Bown Crossing!
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Tuesday April 23 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Teen Hangout
If you are age 12-17, join us live and in-person for Teen Hangout every Tuesday at 5:00! Meet in the Hayes Auditorium to do crafts, play games, and hang out.
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Tuesday April 23 6:00pm - 7:30pm MDT
Boise Public Library Pokémon League
Come and play the Pokémon Trading Card Game with other Pokémon enthusiasts!A Pokémon League provides a nearby place for you to get together with other fans of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, and have some fun.Using your own cards (we will have some decks to borrow), you......More
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Tuesday April 23 6:00pm - 7:00pm MDT
Water Wise Landscaping and Gardening Workshop Series
Learn how to plant a water wise garden this spring with the Ada Soil and Water Conservation District. An 8 week series on a variety of topics such as xeriscaping, plant selection and garden design. This weeks topic is:Water Wise Plant SelectionPresented by: Jared Arp, N......More
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Wednesday April 24 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Baby Stories & Play
Join us for Baby storytime every Wednesday at 10:30 am. These storytimes will include stories and songs and are designed for babies age 0-2 and their caregivers. A 20-minute storytime will be followed by 30 minutes of open play time.
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Wednesday April 24 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Community Helper Storytime - Boise Fire Department
Meet the Community Helpers who make our community safe, clean, and connected throughout the month of April. This week's visitor will be the Boise Fire Department. After a story there will be time to explore our guests’ awesome vehicles and make a craft.
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Wednesday April 24 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Community Helper Storytime: United States Postal Service
Meet the Community Helpers who make our community safe and connected throughout the month of April. This week’s visitor will be the United States Postal Service. After a story there will be time to explore our guests’ awesome vehicles and a make a craft.
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Wednesday April 24 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof™ is designed to help senior citizens prevent injuries and the subsequent loss of independence. Class participants learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, which can help prevent the accidental falls and tripping sometimes as......More
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Wednesday April 24 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Preschool Storytime
Designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers to prepare children for kindergarten.
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Wednesday April 24 11:00am - 1:00pm MDT
Our Path Home Street Outreach Team Pop-Up
Our Path Home Outreach provides services to those experiencing homelessness. Outreach Specialists will be available to assist with housing assessments, referrals to services and resources, brief case management and problem solving, and general Q&A. Please contact the Ho......More
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Wednesday April 24 12:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Creative Corner
Bring any creative project that you want to work on or try something new using our project starter supplies. Creat while you get to know other folks from the area!
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Wednesday April 24 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Hillcrest Adult Book Club
Join the Hillcrest Adult Book Club! We meet on the *4th Wednesday of every month at 2pm for friendship and lively discussion of a group selected book title. No registration is required, just join us when you can!Ask at the Hillcrest front desk for a copy of the book c......More
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Wednesday April 24 2:00pm - 3:30pm MDT
Knitting Society at Cole & Ustick
Bring your knitting or crocheting projects to the Library! at Cole & Ustick. Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome.
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Wednesday April 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
School Age Fun
Join the Library! at Collister for School Age Fun, for kids ages 6-11! Kids experience fun, hands-on activities in this program. Topics rotate each session.
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Wednesday April 24 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
STEAM Club
Kids ages 8-18 are invited to drop in for a weekly STEAM Club at the Library! at Cole and Ustick. STEAM Club will focus on using Apple tools and technology to explore creativity and coding. Projects include coding robots, animation, and more! Topics rotate each session.
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Wednesday April 24 5:00pm - 6:00pm MDT
Teen Anime Club
Teens (ages 12-17) join us every Wednesday in the Hayes Auditorium of the Main Library to celebrate all things anime!
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Wednesday April 24 6:00pm - 7:00pm MDT
Water Wise Landscaping and Gardening Workshop Series
Learn how to plant a water wise garden this spring with the Ada Soil and Water Conservation District. An 8 week series on a variety of topics such as xeriscaping, plant selection and garden design. This week's topic: Water Wise Plant SelectionFor more information and to......More
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Wednesday April 24 6:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Pajama Storytime
Put on your jammies, grab your stuffie, and head to the Main Library for Pajama Storytime! We'll read books, dance, and have loads of fun! This program is designed for families of any age or make-up.
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Thursday April 25 9:15am - 10:00am MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof classes help older adults to maintain an independent, freely functioning lifestyle. Learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, and help prevent accidental falls. In partnership with the Central District Health Department.
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Thursday April 25 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Baby Stories and Play
Join us for rhymes, songs, stories, and open play time. This program is designed for babies (0-24 months) and their caregivers. It is a great way to meet others in the community and set your baby up for early literacy success!
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Thursday April 25 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Community Helper Storytime: United States Forest Service
Meet the Community Helpers who make our community safe and connected throughout the month of April. This week’s visitor will be the United States Forest Service. After a story there will be time to explore our guests’ awesome vehicles and a make a craft.Join us in the S......More
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Thursday April 25 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Preschool Storytime
Join us Thursdays at 10:30am for this kindergarten readiness storytime and craft! This storytime is designed for children ages 3-5 and their caregiver.
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Thursday April 25 12:00pm - 1:00pm MDT
Fit and Fall Proof
Fit and Fall Proof™ is designed to help senior citizens prevent injuries and the subsequent loss of independence. Class participants learn simple exercises to increase strength, balance and endurance, which can help prevent the accidental falls and tripping sometimes as......More
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Earth Day Pollinator Garden
Join the Library! at Cole and Ustick to celebrate Earth Day this April by helping us plant our pollinator garden. We will learn about local pollinators and plants, plant our garden, and have seeds for you to take home to help the pollinators in your neighborhood. Come b......More
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Spring into Creativity: an Open Crafting Event
Celebrate Spring by releasing your inner artist. Come to the Library! at Bown Crossing for an hour of open crafting and fun! We'll provide the supplies - you provide the creativity!
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Thursday April 25 6:00pm - 8:00pm MDT
Teen Game Night!
Come to the library to play video games like Mario Party, Smash Bros, and others. Snacks will be provided.
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Thursday April 25 6:30pm - 7:00pm MDT
Pajama Storytime
Put on your jammies, grab your stuffie, and head to the Library! at Cole & Ustick for Pajama Storytime! We'll read books, dance, and have loads of fun! This program is designed for families of any age or make-up.
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Friday April 26 All Day
Free Swap
Find some new treasures! Clothing, home goods, toys, books all accepted. No donation necessary to participate. We will be accepting donations the week of the swap, April 22nd-27th. Any leftover items will be donated to a local thrift store.
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Friday April 26 10:00am - 11:30am MDT
Coffee and Conversations
Please join the Mental Health Coordinator and library staff for a cup of coffee on us! Discover new books, connect with other library users, and learn about resources in the community. Activities may include board games and crafts. We hope to see you there!
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Friday April 26 10:00am - 11:00am MDT
English Practice Meet-Up
Do you want to practice speaking English? Come and talk with us! We'll meet weekly in the Catalpa Room at the Library! at Collister for guided conversation and practice.
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Friday April 26 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Baby Stories & Play
Join us for rhymes, songs, stories, and open play time. This program is a great way to meet others in the community and set your baby up for early literacy success! This program is designed for babies (0-24 months) and their caregivers.
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Friday April 26 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Music & Movement
Shake, shimmy, and dance! This program is primarily music based, and is designed for ages 0-6 and their caregivers.
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Friday April 26 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Play and Learn
This open play time is designed for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers to enjoy open-ended play and socialization together. While all ages are welcome to attend, this program is intended for children ages 0-5.
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Friday April 26 11:30am - 12:30pm MDT
Movie Book Club
If you love the book or movie this will be a perfect program for you! We will have a book club style discussion about both the book and movie. This months book/movie is The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks.
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Friday April 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
LEGO Club!
Come hang out and build with LEGO bricks! Each week we will get creative, using our problem solving and teamwork skills.
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Friday April 26 4:00pm - 5:00pm MDT
Read to a Therapy Dog at Winstead Park!
Come meet dogs at the Cole and Ustick Library! Kids can read to a dog for 5-10 minutes and the dog will love it! No registration required.What are the benefits of reading to a therapy dog? Children believe they are teaching dogs to read, but they are actually teaching t......More
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Saturday April 27 All Day
Free Swap
Find some new treasures! Clothing, home goods, toys, books all accepted. No donation necessary to participate. We will be accepting donations the week of the swap, April 22nd-27th. Any leftover items will be donated to a local thrift store.
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 11:00am MDT
Family Storytime
This family storytime is designed for children ages 5 and under and their caregivers to enjoy stories, music, movement, and play together.
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 11:30am MDT
Read to a Therapy Dog
Join us for our Read to a Therapy Dog program, where kids get a chance to practice their reading skills by reading to a Certified Therapy Dog! Kids can read to a dog for 10 minutes and the dogs will love it! Children believe they are teaching the dog to read, but they a......More
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 1:00pm MDT
Adult Mending Workshop
When your clothes have a rip or hole in them, don't toss them - mend them! In this workshop taught by Erika Knipe, you will learn basic mending techniques to prolong the life of your clothes. Space is limited, registration required. Adults only.
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
Speak German to Me
Familiar with German and want people to talk to? Used to know German and want to get back into it? Join us every Saturday at Collister for German conversation.