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Hours:Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Greenhorn, Giodone and Lucero only) Monday - Friday9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 4 to 8 p.m. (Library @ the Y only)Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.10 a.m. – 6 p.m. (Greenhorn, Giodone and Lucero only) Saturday9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Library @ the Y only)Sunday (Rawlings only) 1 – 5 p.m.

Board of Trustees:Fredrick Quintana, President Doreen Martinez, VP Marlene Bregar Lyndell GairaudStephanie GarciaPhil Mancha Jim Stuart

Foundation Board: Julie Rodriguez, President Jim Stuart, VP Carol King, Secretary P. Michael Voute, Treasurer

Friends of the Library Officers: Dustin Hodge, President Evelyn Clayton, VP Monica Ayala, Secretary Leslie Carroll, Treasurer

www.pueblolibrary.org

Locations Key: AV Avondale Satellite BK Barkman

BS Beulah SatelliteGI Giodone LU Lucero

LB Lamb LY Library @ the Y GV Greenhorn Valley

PW Pueblo West RA Rawlings

Febuary 2018

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Phone: 562-5600Locations:Barkman Library 1300 Jerry Murphy Rd.Greenhorn Valley Library 4801 Cibola Dr. Colorado City, Colo.Giodone Library 24655 U.S. Hwy 50 E.Lamb Library 2525 S. Pueblo Blvd.Library @ the Y 3200 Spaulding

Lucero Library 1315 E. 7th St.Pueblo West Library 298 S. Joe Martinez Blvd.Rawlings Library 100 E. Abriendo Ave.

Satellite library locations:Avondale Elementary 213 Hwy. 50 E.

Beulah School 8734 Schoolhouse Ln.

Make a Woven MatFriday, Feb. 23-Wednesday, Feb. 28,

Outstanding WomenAwards nominations dueFriday, March 9, Noon-1 p.m., RA, 2nd floorNominations due by Friday, Feb. 9. Nomination forms are available at all library locations and online at pueblolibrary.org. Pueblo City-County Library District is accepting nominations for the 2018 Outstanding Women Awards. These awards have honored women who have made important contributions to our community and have celebrated the important role that women have played in Pueblo’s history. These awards provide an opportunity for any individual or organization to honor a special woman who has made an impact. The only criteria is that the woman must be a resident of Pueblo County currently or during the time the award honors. The person does not have to be living to be honored. For more information contact sara.schwartz@pueblolibrary.org or 553-0220.

Celebrate Black History MonthBlack History Live: Malcolm X ChautauquaTuesday, Feb. 20, 7-8:30 p.m.,RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

From convict to universal human rights advocate. Portrayed by actor and Colorado Humanities scholar Charles Everett Pace. Free and open to the public.

Movie NightHidden Figures (PG)Feb. 7, 6:30 p.m., RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

PBS POV DocumentaryRaising Bertie (NR)Saturday, Feb. 10, 3-5:30 p.m., LBAges 18 and up. Raising Bertie tells the story of three African American boys as they face a precarious com-ing of age in rural Bertie County, North Carolina. A co-presentation with the National Black Program-ming Consortium (NBPC). This event is a collaboration with POV, PBS' award-winning nonfiction film series. Visit the website at http://www.pbs.org/pov/.

Black History Month display

All Day, GIAges 0-7. Celebrate African-American history month by weaving a mat using construction paper with the African Flag colors black, red, and green. While supplies last.

Feb. 1-28, All locationsCelebrate the black community in Pueblo, Colo. with photos from Pueblo City-County Library District’s Digital Collection.

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STORYTIMES ON PAGE 8EXHIBITSAll locationsFeb. 1-28Black History Month display

RA, InfoZone-4th floorFeb. 1-March 162018 Southern Colorado Photography Society Photo Show

RA, Hispanic Resource GalleryPeople of the Planet, Pastels and paintings by Lynn Chapman

CONTESTSAll locationsDeadline Feb. 2Pueblo Girl Essay Contest

Deadline Feb. 9Home of Heroes Essay Contest

Deadline Feb. 23Dr. Seuss Character Contest

RECURRING PROGRAMSMondays

• 10 a.m., Tech Talk, PW• 10 a.m.-Noon, Open Learning

Lab, RA, Training Room 3rd floor• 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Swedish

Weavers & Needlework Group, PW

• 1-2:30 p.m., Pueblo Storytellers, RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floor

• 1-3p.m., Beginning English Classes, LU

• 3:30-5 pm., Teen Hangout, PW• 3:45-4:30 p.m., Afterschool

Nutrition, LU• 4:30-6 p.m., HardKnox Gang

Prevention/Intervention, LU• 6-7:30 p.m., English

Conversation Group, RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor

Tuesdays

• 9:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., VITA Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, LU

• 10:30 a.m.-noon, Play Pinochle at the Library, GV

• 1-4 p.m., Cast-off Knitting and Craft Group, PW

• 1:30-3 p.m. Yarnies, RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor

• 2-3:30 p.m., Yoga for the Aging, RA, InfoZone-4th floor

• 2-4 p.m., Basic Computer Classes, RA, Training Room-3rd floor

• 3:30-5 p.m., Teen Hangouts, PW• 3:30-5:30 p.m. Afterschool

Kids @ Beulah, Beulah Natural School of Sciences

• 3:45-4:30 p.m., Afterschool Nutrition, LU

• 4:30-6 p.m., HardKnox Gang Prevention/Intervention, LU

• 4:30-5:30 p.m., Tinker Lab, GV• 5:30-6:30 p.m., Teen Advisory

Board, RA, Teen Zone-2nd floor• 5:30-7 p.m., Play Pinochle at

the Library, GV• 5:45 p.m., Children's Literacy

Center Tutoring, LU• 6-8 p.m., Ma Jongg Club, PW• 6-8:15 p.m., Advanced English

Classes, RA, Bret Kelly B-1st floor• 6:30-7:30 p.m., Teen Night, RA,

Teen Zone-2nd floor• 6:30-8:30 p.m.-English

Conversation Group, PW

Wednesdays• 9:15-10:15 a.m., Chair Yoga, PW• 10 a.m.-3 p.m., VITA Volunteer

Income Tax Assistance, RA, Training Room-3rd floor

• 10 a.m.-noon, Intermediate English Classes, RA, Bret Kelly B-1st floor

Events Calendar February 2018 Library return on investment

by Jon Walker

Jon Walker

Recent studies show that communities see a positive return on investment (ROI) from public libraries. Research published in 2017, for example, determined that for every one dollar invested in public libraries there is $4.64 in value returned in access to books and materials, educational programs, technology, and other library services.*

Pueblo City-County Library District provides a great ROI. The use of library services here—as measured by checkout of materials, the number of visitors and researchers utilizing our facilities, usage of digital resources like computers and e-books, and people attending library-sponsored educational and cultural events—has skyrocketed to all-time highs in recent years. The library district’s positive local impact is directly related to resources available, monetarily and otherwise. Public financing for our libraries is strong and private donations also are vigorous.

The libraries here currently cost approximately $10 million per year to operate. A property mill levy provides most of PCCLD’s funds at 87 percent with other revenue sources accounting for about thirteen percent. These other sources of library income include gifts and grants, fees, other taxes and miscellaneous revenue. During our annual planning process, we review and update long-range financial forecasts and project future expenses in preparation for responsible budgeting. The full measure of the 2018 library district planning documents are available for review online at http://www.pueblolibrary.org/sites/default/files/pdf/2018AnnualPlanBudgetFINAL121417.pdf.

The Friends of the Library is another major supporter of PCCLD. The Friends have contributed hundreds of thousands of dollars to help sustain the library district in recent years. They offer significant funds to help with library capital needs and to assist with literacy programming efforts. The Friends raise money primarily via their Books Again bookstore, selling used and donated books. The introduction of Books Again in 2005 moved Friends’ contributions from a few thousand dollars per year on average to several tens of thousands annually. More information about our Friends of the Library can be found here: https://booksagain-pueblo.com/friends.html.

The Pueblo Library Foundation was formed in 2011 to further assist in building a strong financial underpinning for local libraries. The Foundation played an instrumental role when PCCLD constructed three new branch libraries in 2014. It has been building an investment fund more recently to reinforce local library financial strength. The Foundation has additional information online: http://www.pueblolibrary.org/Foundation.

PCCLD carefully plans around its financial and other relevant assets like personnel, collections of materials, buildings, furniture, fixtures and equipment. We do this in order to best leverage these for the most productive possible outcomes in support of our mission to deliver the best possible public library services for the members of our community. PCCLD’s economic and cultural benefit to the community is clear. It is equally apparent that public and private support for public libraries here is robust. Great communities have great libraries. Pueblo is no different in this regard.

* https://www.tsl.texas.gov/roi

Pecha Kucha Vol. 22Friday, Feb. 9, Doors open at 6:30 p.m., 7-9 p.m., RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

Pecha Kucha Vol. 21

Experience the art of the simple presentation format where presenters show 20 images, each for 20 seconds. Enjoy an informal and fun gathering where creative people get together and share their ideas, works, thoughts, holiday snaps — just about anything, really — in the Pecha Kucha 20x20 format. Complimentary appetizers and refreshments provided. Like Pecha Kucha Pueblo on Facebook for updates.

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• 10 a.m.-noon, Open Learning Lab, RA, Training Room 3rd floor

• 2-3:30 p.m., Super Seniors, RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor

• 3:45-4:30 p.m., Afterschool Nutrition, LU

• 4:30 p.m., Cooking Class, LU• 4:30 p.m.,The Zone, Teen Zone• 4:30-6 p.m., HardKnox Gang

Prevention/Intervention, LU• 6-8:30 p.m., Society for Creative

Anachronism: Beledi Belly Dance Lessons, PW

Thursdays• 9:15-10:15 a.m., Chair Yoga, PW• 10 a.m., Yoga for Beginners, RA,

InfoZone-4th floor• Noon-2 p.m., Open Learning Lab,

RA, Training Room-3rd floor• 1-3 p.m., Crafty Needles, BK• 3:30-5:30 p.m., Teen Night, PW• 3:45-4:30 p.m., Afterschool

Nutrition, LU• 4 p.m., Tween Hangout, RA,

Youth Program Room-1st floor • 5:30-7 p.m., Play Pinochle at the

Library! GV• 5:45 p.m., Children's Literacy

Center Tutoring, LU• 6:30 p.m., Teen Night, RA, Teen

Zone-2nd floor

Fridays• 9:30 a.m.-noon, English

Conversation Group, PW• 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m., VITA Volunteer

Income Tax Assistance, PW• Assistance with low-income tax

preparation.• 12:30-2:30 p.m., Pre-Retirement

Planning for Social Security Benefits, RA, InfoZone-4th FL

• 1:30-3:30 p.m., HardKnox Gang Prevention/Intervention, LU

• 3 p.m., Fireside Crochet, GI

Saturdays• 10:15-11:30 a.m., HRC

Conversational Spanish Class, RA• Bret Kelly A-1st floor• Noon -2 p.m., American Sign

Language, RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor

• 12:15-2:30 p.m., HRC Beginning Spanish Classes, RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floor

Sundays• No recurring event

FEBRUARY1 Thursday• 11 a.m.-1 p.m, Easy Fleece Hats,

LU• 4:30 p.m., Coil pot making, LU• 5:30 p.m., SoCo Makers Meetup,

RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor• 6:30 p.m., The Sunshine Banks of

the Arkansas Presentation, RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

2 Friday• 10:30 a.m., Storytime and Craft at

the Pueblo Mall• 3 p.m., CoderDojo, PW• 3:30-5 p.m., Free Legal Self-Help

Clinic, LB

3 Saturday• 10-11:30 a.m., Bullet Journal Club,

RA, Bret Kelly B-1st floor• 10-11:30 a.m., StoryKeepers, RA,

InfoZone-4th floor• 10-11:30 a.m., Get to Know your

Android Smartphone, RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor

• 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Minecraft Gaming Session, GI

• Noon-4 p.m., Southeastern Colorado Genealogical Society, RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floor

February 2018

Weaving some time togetherSaffire and a Pueblo Weaver's Guild member work together at the Weave a Bookmark program in January at Giodone Library.

Mardi Gras Celebration!

Mardi Gras Mask WorkshopTuesday, Feb. 13, 5-7 p.m., RA, Idea Factory-2nd floorRegistration required. Ages 18 and up. Create a unique Mardi Gras mask or follow along with sample masks.

The Lincoln Street Brass presents Mardi Gras: A Celebration of Music

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 5-7 p.m., RA, 1st and 2nd floorsAll ages. Celebrate Mardi Gras with food, fun and frivolity!

Create your own Mardi Gras glass!

Saturday, Feb. 10, 4:30-6 p.m., PWThe concert will feature pieces from the Preservation Hall Society of New Orleans, including: Bourbon Street Parade and Just a Closer Walk with Thee. We will also present modern stylings of Mardi Gras pieces including Amazing Grace and Mardi Gras Jam. As always, The Lincoln Street Brass presents this music live and free-ish (an opportunity to give a few dollars to support the group will be made)

Wednesdays, cont.

Tuesday, Feb. 13, 5 p.m., RA, 2nd floor Registration required.Ages 13 and up. Create a Mardi Gras glass. One per person.

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• 1-4 p.m., FAFSA and Scholarship Help!, RA, Training Room-3rd floor

• 2-4 p.m., Ice Age : Collision Course (PG), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

4 Sunday• 2-4 p.m., Ice Age : Collision Course

(PG), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

5 Monday• 4:30 p.m., Rubber Band Bracelets,

LU• 5:30-7:30 p.m., Barkman Book

Club, BK• 5:30-9 p.m., Pueblo West

Quilters, PW

6 Tuesday• 10:30 a.m., Cyber Seniors - Tech

Questions Answered, GI• 5 p.m., Giodone Book Club and

Tea, GI• 5-7 p.m., Simplify the Medicare

Maze!, RA, Bret Kelly A -1st floor• 6-8 p.m. , Research Sessions, RA,

Special Collections-3rd floor• 6:30-9 p.m., Pueblo West Writers

Group, PW• 7-9 p.m., Barkman League -Teen

Advisory Board, BK

7 Wedneday• 10-11:30 a.m., Daylight Book

Club, PW• 4 p.m., No Sew Heart Pillow, GI• 6:30-8:30 p.m., Hidden Figures

(PG), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th

Floor

8 Thursday• 1-3 p.m., Machine Embroidery

Club, PW• 3:30-5:30 p.m., Growing STEAM

Makers, RA• 4:30 p.m., Teen Night: Play Video

Games, GV• 4:30 p.m., Hand sewing, LU• 5:30 p.m., SoCo Makers Meetup,

RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor• 6-8 p.m., Boulevard (R), RA,

InfoZone Theater-4th floor

9 Friday• 2 p.m., Dr. Seuss Party, GV• 4 p.m., Friday Hangout, LB• 4 p.m., Valentine Candy Science,

GI• 7-9 p.m., Pecha Kucha Vol. 22,

RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

10 Saturday• 8 a.m.-3 p.m., First Aid and CPR

Certification, GV• 10 a.m - noon, Weaving the Tzute

of Life, RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

• 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Imagination Chapter: Inventor's Challenge, RA, Youth Program Room-1st floor

• 2-4 p.m., Pueblo West Genealogy Club, PW

• 2-4 p.m., Leap! (PG), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

• 3-5:30 p.m., Raising Bertie (NR), LB• 4 p.m., Maker Studio: Rock

Gardens, GV• 4:15-6:15 p.m., Walk With Me: A

Journey Into Mindfulness Featuring Thich Nhat Hanh (NR), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

• 4:30-6 p.m., Lincoln Street Brass Concert, PW

• 6-10 p.m., Pueblo Bowl III - Madden 2018 Tournament, RA, InfoZone Theater-4th Floor

11 Sunday• 2-4 p.m., Leap! (PG), RA, InfoZone

Theater-4th floor• 2-4 p.m., Origami Odyssey, RA,

Idea Factory-2nd floor

February 2018 COMPUTER CLASSES

CLASSES NEAR YOU!

Open Learning Lab Mondays, 10 a.m.-noonWednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon Thursdays, Noon-2 p.m.One-to-one tutoring assistance with computers, smartphones, or laptops.

Get to Know Your Android SmartphoneSaturday, Feb. 3, 10-11:30 a.m.RA, Idea Factory, 2rd floorDarius Goshay from Pueblo Wireless Doctor is available to assist with your android smartphone. Ask questions and learn about phone features.

Cyber SeniorsTech Questions AnsweredTuesday, Feb. 6, 10:30 a.m., GILearn various computer programs, apps, and other technology.

Tech TalkMondays, 10 a.m., PWOne-to-One tutoring assistance. This month’s featured database is Hoopla.

Held at RA, Training Room, 3rd floor, from 2-4 p.m. classes are free and open to the public. No registration required. Seating is limited, first come, first served. For complete program descriptions, call 562-5600 or view online at www.pueblolibrary.org and click on the monthly events calendar. Classes taught by PCCLD's E-Resources and Digital Collections librarian, Lori Kozel.

Classes will be held in the Idea Factory from Feb. 7-April 17.Wednesdays, 2-3:30 p.m.Our classes are small, relaxed, and social. No computer experience required.Feb. 7: Chromebooks and the CloudFeb. 14: Internet BasicsFeb. 21: Introduction to Gmail

Computer basicsFeb. 6: Basic computingFeb. 13: Micorsoft WordFeb. 20: Microsoft PowerPointFeb. 27: Microsoft Excel

Check this out!Database Highlight: MorningstarMorningstar Investment Research Center is a leading investment database that provides tools to help investors make educated decisions on their financial goals. Investors can locate financial information on the New York Stock Exchange, mutual funds, and ETFs. Financial and investment professionals can utilize Morningstar to design investment plans and portfolios for their clients. Morningstar includes strategic planning videos and articles to help investors reach their financial goals.

GO TOwww.pueblolibrary.org > Search > Databases > Business & Finance, and choose Morningstar

HISPANIC RESOURCE CENTERBeginning English Classes/Clases de Inglés para PrincipantesMondays, Starting Feb. 5; Cada lunes1-3 p.m., LULunes a la 1:00 hasta las 3:00 en la biblioteca Lucero (1315 E. 7th St.)Advanced English Classes/Clases de Inglés para AvanzadosTuesdays, Starting Feb. 6; Cada martes6-8:15 p.m., RA, Bret Kelly BMartes a las 6:00 hasta las 8:15 p.m. en la biblioteca Rawlings en Bret Kelly B.Intermediate English Classes/Clases de Inglés para IntermediosWednesdays, Starting Feb. 7; Cada miercoles10 a.m.-noon, RA, Bret Kelly BMiercoles a las 10:00 hasta las 12:00 p.m. en la biblioteca Rawlings en Bret Kelly B.

Conversational Spanish ClassSaturdays, 10:15-11:30 a.m., RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floorBeginning Spanish ClassesSaturdays, 12:15-2:30 p.m., RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floor

For more info: Maria Smyer at 562-5615 or email maria.smyer@pueblolibrary.org

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People of the Planet ExhibitMonth of February, RA, Hispanic Resource Gallery-2nd floorWorks by artist Lynn Chapman will be on display. She has been inspired by Coloradans as well as the people she has met during her travels abroad.

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12 Monday• 10 a.m.-2 p.m., PieceMakers

Quilters, PW• 1-3 p.m., Research Sessions, RA,

Training Room-3rd floor• 4 p.m., Valentine Candy Science,

BK• 4:30 p.m., Henna Design, LU• 4:30-6:30 p.m., Growing STEAM

Makers, GI• 6-8 p.m., Forks Over Knives

Screenings, PW• 6-8 p.m., History Night at Your

Library, GV 13 Tuesday

• 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Pueblo West Women's League Meeting, PW

• 10:30 a.m., Storytime and Craft at the Pueblo Mall

• 3:30-5:30 p.m., Growing STEAM Makers, PW, Teller's Room

• 5 p.m., Create Your Own Mardi Gras glass, RA-2nd floor

• 5-7 p.m., Mardi Gras Mask Workshop, RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor

• 5:30 p.m., Family Craft Time-Edible Valentine Treats, GI

14 Wednesday• All Day, Valentine’s Day Craft, GV• 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Valentine Mason Jar

Cozy, LU• 1-5:30 p.m., DIY: Valentine's Day

Gifts, PW• 4 p.m., Create a Valentine, RA,

Youth Program Room-1st floor• 4:30-6:30 p.m., Growing STEAM

Makers, LB• 6:30-8:30 p.m., Rough Night (R), RA,

InfoZone Theater-4th floor

15 Thursday• 4:30 p.m., Make a Fidget Spinner, GV• 5:30 p.m., SoCo Makers Meetup,

RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor• 6-8 p.m., An evening with poet,

Ramon del Castillo, RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

• 6-8 p.m., Go Code Colorado - Pueblo Roadshow, RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

• 7-8:30 p.m., Mystery Book Club, PW 16 Friday• 2 p.m., Dr. Seuss Party, BK• 3 p.m., Science/Technology Lab,

PW, Frank Lamb Room• 5:30-7:30 p.m., Love is in the Air...Try

Not To Breathe, RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

• 5:30-8:30 p.m., Sip 'n' Stroke with Randy Ford, GV

• 6-8 p.m., Barkman League - Teen Lock-In, BK

• 6-8 p.m., Laser Tag Lock-In, PW

17 Saturday• 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Society for Creative

Anachronism, PW• 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.,How to Grow

Western Native Plants from Seeds and Cuttings, RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

• 11 a.m.-1 p.m., The Astonishing Beauty of Pikes Peak Alpine Flora, RA-InfoZone Theater-4th floor

• 2 p.m., Make a Puppet, RA, Youth Program Room-1st floor

• 2 p.m., Self-Care 101 Workshop, RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor

• 2-4 p.m., The LEGO Ninjago Movie (PG), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

• 3-5:30 p.m., The Jungle Book (PG), LB• 4-5:30 p.m., Crock Pot Body Butter,

GV• 6:30-8:45 p.m., Moka (NR), RA,

InfoZone Theater-4th floor

18 Sunday• 2-4 p.m., The LEGO Ninjago Movie

(PG), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

February 2018

Hispanic Resource Center Film Series6:30 p.m.Bella (PG-13)Thursday, Feb. 22Young and beautiful Clara Barron (Karla Souza) seems to have it all. The only thing Barron hasn’t figured out is her love life. Pressured to go to a wedding in Mexico, she asks a co-worker to pose as her boyfriend for the weekend festivities. Caught off guard when her ex shows up to the ceremony, Clara must now choose between her former beau or the possibility of a new and exciting romance.

Wednesday Movie Nights6:30 p.m. Feb. 14: Rough Night (R)Feb. 21: Ghost in the Shell (PG-13)Feb. 28: Logan (R)

Weekend kids movies Saturdays/Sundays, 2-4 p.m. Feb. 3 & 4: Ice Age: Collision Course (PG)Feb. 10 & 11: Leap! (PG)Feb. 17 & 18: The LEGO Ninjago Movie (PG)Feb. 24 & 25 Cars 3 (G)

El Arcoiris Films6:30 p.m.Boulevard (R)Thursday, Feb. 8 A middle-aged man stuck in a comfortable but dull life befriends a young gay hustler, and comes to terms with a secret hovering beneath the surface of his marriage. Robin Williams' final on-screen performance.

Movies @ the Library See a favorite film at one of the many library locations listed!

Movies held at RA, InfoZone-4th floor unless otherwise specified. Seating at the InfoZone is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Snacks are not allowed in the theater, but covered drinks are permitted. The InfoZone Theater is located on the 4th floor of the Rawlings Library, 100 E. Abriendo Ave.

ALL MOVIES ARE FREE!

Independent Film 6:30 p.m.Moka (NR)Saturday, Feb. 17(French with English Subtitles) Diane Kramer is led by one obsession: to find the driver of the mocha color Mercedes which hit her son and devastated her life. With a few belongings, some money and a gun, she goes to Evian, where she's learned the driver lives.

MORE MOVIES!Family MovieThe Jungle Book (PG)Saturday, Feb. 17, 3-5:30 p.m., LBAll Ages. Watch the 2016 live action film and enjoy popcorn and a craft.

Special screeningWalk With Me: A Journey Into Mindfulness Featuring Thich Nhat HanhSaturday, Feb. 10, 4:15-6:15 p.m. This film is a cinematic journey into the world of mindfulness and the Zen Buddhist master Thich Nhat Hanh. The film goes deep inside the Plum Village Monastery where devotees have given up all their possessions and committed to a life of chastity for one common purpose — to transform their suffering and practice the art of mindfulness with the world-famous teacher. Co-sponsored by Studio Share.

Crossroads (R)Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6 p.m.Ralph Macchio is Lightning Boy. A kid who can make a slide guitar sing. Blind Dog is an old pro who knows it. Together, they're headed to a place where deals are made. And legends are born.

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19 Monday• All locations are closed

20 Tuesday• 10:30 a.m., The Mesa Social Club, GI• 2-3:30 p.m., Making Chocolate

Treats, LB• 4:30-6:00 p.m., Growing STEAM

Makers, GV• 5-6:30 p.m., Southwest Book Club,

RA, 3rd floor foyer• 7-8:30 p.m., Black History Live:

Malcolm X Chautauqua, RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

21 Wednesday• 4 p.m., Snack and Stroke, GI• 4:30-6:30 p.m., Growing STEAM

Makers, LY• 6:30-8:30 p.m., Ghost in the Shell (PG-13),

RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

22 Thursday• 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Dream Catchers, LU• 4:30 p.m., Tattoo/Sticker making, LU• 6-7:30 p.m., Meet Your Maker Series,

RA, Idea Factory-2nd floor• 6:30 p.m., Everybody Loves Somebody

(PG-13), RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor

23 Friday• All Day, Make a Woven Mat, GI• 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Bonfils Blood

Drive, PW• 2 p.m., Pokemon Madness Meetup, GV• 4 p.m., Friday Hangout, LB• 6-8 p.m., Attack of the Robot and

3D-Printer, BK

24 Saturday• All Day, Make a Woven Mat, GI• 9 a.m.-noon, Lace Makers of

Southern Colorado, PW• 9:30-11:30 a.m., Community Seed

Exchange, RA, Thurston Room-1st floor• 10 a.m.-noon, Acoustic Jam, RA,

InfoZone Theater-4th floor• 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Energy Healing, GV• 11 a.m., Dr. Seuss Party, LB• 1 p.m., Cook the Book Club, LB• 1-5 p.m., Sacred Heart Orphanage

Memorial Book, RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

• 2-4 p.m., Cars 3 (G), RA, InfoZone Theater -4th floor

• 3-4:30 p.m., The Lego Ninjago Movie, PW

25 Sunday• 2-4 p.m., Cars 3 (G), RA, InfoZone

Theater -4th floor

26 Monday• All Day, Make a Woven Mat, GI• 10 a.m.-2 p.m., PieceMakers

Quilters, PW • 4-6 p.m., Growing STEAM Makers, BK• 6 p.m., Crossroads (R), RA, InfoZone

Theater-4th floor• 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Felted Dog

Presents: The Year of the Dog!, GV• 7-8:30 p.m., Pueblo West Book

Club, PW

27 Tuesday• All Day, Make a Woven Mat, GI• 9-11 a.m., Colorado Nonprofit

Association, RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floor• 2-3:30 p.m., Make and Take Sugar

Scrubs, LB• 3:30-5 p.m., Slime Science, PW• 5 p.m., DNA Research Group, RA,

Training room-3rd floor• 5:30 p.m., Sewing 101- Casserole

Carrier, GI• 6-8 p.m., Vinyl Destination, RA, Idea

Factory-2nd floor

28 Wednesday• All Day, Make a Woven Mat, GI• 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Coffee and

Coloring, PW• 3-7 p.m., Sew Happy, PW• 4 p.m., Giant Games, LB• 5-7 p.m , Research Session, RA,

Special Collections-3rd floor• 6:30-8:30 p.m., Logan (R), RA,

InfoZone Theater-4th floor• 7-8:30 p.m., Origami Odyssey, RA,

Idea Factory-2nd floor

February 2018

BOOK CLUBSGiodone Book Club and TeaTuesday, Feb. 6, 5 p.m., GIBook: All by Myself, Alone by Mary Higgins Clark.Daylight Book ClubWednesday, Feb. 7 10-11:30 a.m., PWBook: The Lemoncholy Life of Annie Aster by Scott Wilbanks.Barkman Book ClubMonday, Feb. 5, 5:30-7:30 p.m., BKBook: The Mulligan by Nathan Jorgeson.Mystery Book ClubThursday, Feb. 15 7-8:30 p.m., PWBook: Glass Houses by Louis Penny.Cook the Book ClubSaturday, Feb. 24, 1-2 p.m., LBRegistration required.Read a book and then bring a dish inspired by it. Call 562-5676 for details.Pueblo West Book ClubMonday, Feb. 26, 7-8:30 p.m., PWBook: The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson.Southwest Book ClubTuesday, Feb. 20, 5-6:30 p.m., RA, 3rd-floor foyerThis will be an introduction of what books this club will read.

EXHIBITSouthern Colorado Photography Society Photo ShowFeb. 1-March 16, RA, InfoZone-4th floorReception: March 2, 5-8 p.m., RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

LEARN IT ATTHE LIBRARYFree Legal Self -Help ClinicFriday, Feb. 2, 3:30-5 p.m., LBRegistration required. Call (719) 562-5600. A FREE legal clinic for parties who have no attorney, via computer link. FAFSA and Scholarship Help! Saturday, Feb. 3, 1-4 p.m., RA, Training Room-3rd floorGet help on how to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid application. CSU-Pueblo will provide help to see what attendees qualify for as well as offer scholarship information.

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE LIBRARYFor more info/questions on programs or to register call 562-5600 or visit www.pueblolibrary.org.

Simplify theMedicare Maze!Tuesday, Feb. 6, 5-7 p.m., RA,Bret Kelly A-1st floorLearn about the Medicare benefits and programs that are available. Spanish speaking presenters will be available.

Colorado Nonprofit Association: Building a Solid StructureTuesday, Feb. 27, 9-11 a.m., RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floorTraining will offer the steps needed to establish a strong foundation for creating an organization's governing board.

CRAFTS & HOBBIESSwedish Weavers & Needlework GroupMondays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., PWSwedish Weaving Group, other needle workers welcome.

Cast-off Knitting and Craft Group Tuesdays, 1-4 p.m., PW Bring your knitting or other fiber art project to this weekly gathering.

The Yarnies Tuesdays, 1:30-3 p.m., RA, Idea Factory-2nd floorRegistration required.For those who love knitting, crocheting and crafting with yarn.

Crafty NeedlesThursdays, 1-3 p.m., BKSocialize while working on projects, share patterns and advice. Everyone is welcome.

Fireside CrochetFridays, 3 p.m., GIHoliday project: Crochet Pot O' Gold. All experience levels welcome.

Easy Fleece HatsThursday, Feb. 1, 11 a.m.-1 p.m, LUAges 18 and up. Make a fleece hat. Bring old pieces of fleece.

Bullet Journal ClubSaturday, Feb. 3, 10-11:30 a.m., RA, Bret Kelly B-1st floorMonthly group meets to work on Bullet Journals and to share ideas. Washi tape is provided, but bring your own journal and pens.

PieceMakers QuiltersMonday, Feb. 12 and 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., PWThe PieceMakers quilting group is a ministry that meets monthly on the 2nd and 4th Mondays. Participants must possess skills in the use of sewing machines and basic sewing knowledge.

Machine Embroidery ClubThursday, Feb. 8, 1-3 p.m., PWMachine Embroidery Club monthly meeting. Visitors welcome.

Maker Studio: Rock GardensSaturday, Feb. 10, 4 p.m., GVRegistration required.Ages 12 and up. Make a garden of rock cacti.

Sip ’n’ Stroke with Randy FordFriday, Feb. 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m., GVRegistration required.Ages 21 and up. Paint along with instructor Randy Ford. Bring an adult beverage of your choice.

Essential Oils: Crock Pot Body ButterSaturday, Feb. 17, 4-5:30 p.m., GVRegistration required.Ages 12 and up. Learn how to use your crockpot, everyday ingredients and essential oils to make body butter.

Making Chocolate TreatsTuesday, Feb. 20, 2-3:30 p.m., LBRegistration requiredAges 18 and up. Learn how to make truffles, fudge and other chocolate-flavored treats.

Dream CatchersThursday, Feb. 22, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., LUMake a dream catcher with string and a wire hanger. Bring your own wire hanger.

Lace Makers of Southern Colorado Saturday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m.-noon PW Join other lace makers to work on projects and share tips and patterns.

The Felted Dog:The Year of the Dog!Monday, Feb. 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m. GVRegistration required.21 and up. Join Monique and Tracy from the Felted Dog to celebrate the Chinese New Year- the year of the dog. Bring a snack or beverage to share. $10 covers the cost of all materials.

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Make and Take Sugar ScrubsTuesday, Feb. 27, 2-3:30 p.m., LBRegistration requiredAges 18 and up. Make a sweet smelling sugar scrub.

Sewing 101: Casserole Carrier - part 1Tuesday, Feb. 27, 5:30 p.m., GIStart making a casserole carrier. Part 2 will continue in March. Bring two yards of your own material or use what we have.

Sew Happy: Cozy SlippersWednesday, Feb. 28, 3-7 p.m., PWRegistration required.Sew a pair of cozy slippers to keep warm on cold winter nights.

VALENTINE CRAFTSFamily Craft Time: Edible TreatsTuesday, Feb. 13, 5:30 p.m., GICraft: Easy treats.

DIY GiftsWednesday, Feb. 14, 3-6 p.m., PWCraft: Scented sugar scrub or scented candle.

Mason Jar CozyWednesday, Feb. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., LUAges 18 and up.

GENEALOGYSoutheastern Colorado Genealogical SocietySaturday, Feb. 3, Noon-4 p.m., RA, Bret Kelly AInstructor: Vickie SmejkalFocus: Cenuses and Family Search

Pueblo WestGenealogy ClubSaturday, Feb. 10, 2-4 p.m., PWTopic: Getting started with online Genealogy

DNA Research Group Tuesday, Feb. 27, 5 p.m., RA, Training room-3rd floorGroup will discuss DNA testing to further genealogy research and how to interpret the results.

Research SessionsTuesday, Feb. 6, 6-8 p.m.RA, Training Room, 3rd floorInstructor: Charlene Garcia SimmsFocus: Paper trail research and DNA results

Monday, Feb. 12, 1-3 p.m.RA, Training Room, 3rd floorInstructor: Charlene Garcia SimmsFocus: DNA results and Ancestry.comWednesday, Feb. 28, 5-7 p.m.RA, Special Collections-3rd floorInstructor: Noreen RiffeFocus: Finding lineage

GARDENINGCommunity Seed ExchangeSaturday, Feb. 24, 9:30-11:30 a.m., RA, Thurston Room–1st floor

HEALTHYoga for the AgingTuesdays, 2-3:30 p.m., RA, InfoZone-4th floorA 9-week, open enrollment Hatha yoga class for the aging. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a yoga mat/towel and a water bottle. Chairs will be provided. For more information, email Denise Vargas at denise.vargas@pueblolibrary.org.

Chair YogaWednesdays & Thursdays,9:15-10:15 a.m., PWChair Yoga is recommended for those with arthritis, osteoporosis, cancer recovery, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple sclerosis, post-op rehabilitation, and others with limited mobility.

Yoga for BeginnersThursdays, 10 a.m., RA, InfoZone- 4th floorCertified instructor Amy Martin teaches basic yoga postures to develop a greater sense of self-awareness, focus and calm. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your own mat or towel and water.

Bonfils Blood DriveFriday, Feb. 23, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., PWBonfils Blood Drive Pueblo West Library parking lot.

Energy HealingSaturday, Feb. 24, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., GVObserve energy healing, a type of adjunct healing that enhances your body to help heal itself. It has been practiced worldwide for over eight centuries. *Content, materials are for informational purposes only and not a substitute for doctor's medical care or advice.

INTERACTIVE GROUPSPueblo StorytellersMondays, 1-2:30 p.m., RA, Bret Kelly A-1st floorAll are welcome to share, or listen and have fun learning from each other as this group shares fantasy, poetry, memoirs, Pueblo History, and more. Contact Jane Milne with questions, 719-543-6234 or jcmilne606@gmail.com.

Hardknox Gang Interventionand PreventionMondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,4:30-6 p.m., LU Fridays, 1:30-3:30 p.m., LUAll ages. Program focuses on addressing high risk/need areas such as the anti-social behaviors, thinking and personalities seen in gang members.

Ma Jongg ClubTuesdays, 6-8 p.m., PWMa Jongg Club weekly game.

Play Pinochleat the LibraryTuesdays, 10:30 a.m.-noon; 5:30-7 p.m., GVThursdays, 5:30-7 p.m.Ages 21 and up. Instruction not included.

Society for Creative Anachronism:Beledi Belly Dance Lessons Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m., PW Learn classic American Beledi belly dance lessons in a six-week course. Wear comfortable clothes.

Southern Colorado Watercolor SocietyThursday, Feb. 1, 6-8:30 p.m., PWMonthy meeting. Visitors welcome.

StoryKeepers: Capturing Legacies, Connecting GenerationsSaturday, Feb. 3, 10-11:30 a.m., RA, InfoZone-4th floorLove Stories: Seniors and their families will have the opportunity to share stories from their lives or just listen in an engaging comfortable atmosphere.Refreshments will be provided. Prizes will be given.

Pueblo West QuiltersMonday, Feb. 5, 5:30-9 p.m., PWPueblo West Quilters Guild monthly meeting. Visitors welcome.

Pueblo West Writer's GroupTuesday, Feb. 6, 6:30-9 p.m., PWMonthly meeting to network and share information about writing and publishing.

Pueblo West Women's League Monthly MeetingTuesday, Feb. 13, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., PWWomen's community charitable organization monthly meeting.

The Society forCreative AnachronismSaturday, Feb. 17, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.Monthly Meeting. Visitors welcome.

Barkman Adult Coloring ProgramTuesday, Feb. 20, 4-6 p.m., BKAll Ages. Create beautiful pictures. Supplies are provided.

The Mesa Social ClubTuesday, Feb. 20, 10:30 a.m., GISocialize at the library enjoying conversation, snacks, and games.

Acoustic JamSaturday, Feb. 24, 10 a.m.-noon, RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floorOpen to all levels and ages. Bring an instrument or sit and listen to the music.

Coffee and ColoringWednesday, Feb. 28,10:30 a.m.-noon, PWAll materials are provided.

PRESENTATIONSWeaving the Tzute of LifeSaturday, Feb. 10, 10 a.m.-noon, RA, InfoZone-4th floorConversations with Eduardo Griego Gonzales, JUNLAJUB'ATZPart four of the series, Remembering Our Place in the Universe. Refreshments served.

AVAS presentation: The Astonishing Beauty Of Pikes Peak Alpine FloraSaturday, Feb. 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floorPikes Peak alpine flowers will be the focus of this month's Arkansas Valley Audubon Society's presentation. Light refreshmentsserved at 10:45 a.m.

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For more information on Youth Services events, please call 562-5600.

Tweens (ages 8 -12)

All ages

Kids 0-7

February Storytime schedule. BARKMANWednesdaysPreschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays Toddler Storytime, 10:30 a.m.

GIODONE ThursdaysFamily Storytime, 11 a.m.FridaysFamily Storytime, 2 p.m.

GREENHORN VALLEY TuesdaysMusic & Movement Storytime, 10:30 a.m.

LAMBWednesdaysToddler Storytime, 10:30 a.m.FridaysPreschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m.Saturday Music & Movement Storytime, 10:30 a.m.

LIBRARY @ THE Y Mondays Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays Toddler Storytime, 9:30 a.m. Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m.

LUCEROMondaysFamily Storytime, 10:30 a.m.

PUEBLO WESTMondays Signing Storytime 2 p.m.Tuesdays Toddler Storytime 10 & 10:30 a.m.Thursdays Baby Storytime, 10 a.m. Family Storytime, 10:30 a.m.

RAWLINGSMondays Bilingual Storytime, 10:30 a.m.Wednesdays Baby Storytime, 10 a.m. Toddler Storytime, 10:30 a.m.Fridays Family Storytime, 10 a.m.

Tinker LabTuesdays, 4:30 p.m., GVMulti-purpose workshop for those who like to design, create, program, and invent.

Tween HangoutThursdays, 4 p.m. RA,Youth Program Room-1st floor

Create a ValentineWednesday, Feb. 14, 4 p.m., RA, Youth Program Room-1st floorWednesday, Feb 14, All Day, GVCreate Valentine crafts. While supplies last.

Dr. Seuss PartyFriday, Feb. 9, 2 p.m., GVFriday, Feb. 16, 2 p.m., BKSaturday, Feb. 24, 11 a.m., LBFriday, March 2, 11 a.m., GIFriday, March 2, 1:30 p.m., LUFriday, March 2, 3 p.m., PWFriday, March 2, 4 p.m., RA

The Lego Ninjago MovieSaturday, Feb. 24, 3-4:30 p.m., PW, Jerry King Room BBuild with Legos while watching The Lego Ninjago Movie.

Make a Puppet Saturday, Feb. 17, 2 p.m., RA, Youth Program Room-1st floorAges 2-7 Make different types of puppets. While supplies last.Rawlings Library presents:

Valentine Storytime and Craft at the Pueblo MallFriday, Feb. 2, 10:30 a.m.Tuesday, Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m.Children's Play Area, by Sears Department Store.

Science/Technology LabFriday, Feb. 16, 3 p.m., PW, Frank Lamb RoomTry out the science and technology tools.

Children's Literacy Center One-on-One TutoringTuesdays and Thursdays, 5:45 p.m., LUThe FREE Children’s Literacy Center Peak Reader® program helps children who are reading below grade level (grades 1 through 6). Applications are being accepted online. Go to www.childrensliteracycenter.org to review the criteria for enrollment and to complete.

Slime ScienceTuesday, Feb. 27, 3:30-5 p.m., PW, Jerry King AMake your own slime.

No SewHeart PillowWednesday, Feb. 7, 4 p.m., GIBring some fleece or use what we have and make a no sew heart pillow.

Make a Fidget SpinnerThursday, Feb. 15, 4:30 p.m., GVMake fidget spinners and learn other self-care ideas.

Laser Tag Lock-InFriday, Feb 16, 6-8 p.m., PWRegistration required.Ages 9 to 13. Join us for 9 vs. 9 laser tag fun. Registration and permission slip required to attend.

Valentine Candy ScienceFriday, Feb. 9, 4 p.m., GIMonday, Feb. 12, 4 p.m., BKMelt, dissolve and destroy candy for Valentine's Day.

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with crafts and games.

Afterschool NutritionMonday-Thursday, 3:45-4:30 p.m., LUAges 1 and up. Enjoy a nutritious cold meal and learn about healthy eating. Sponsored by Pueblo City Schools.

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Teen (ages 13 +)

Teens & Tweens

GrowingSTEAM MakersThursday, Feb. 8, 3:30-5:30 p.m., RAMonday, Feb. 12, 4:30-6:30 p.m., GITuesday, Feb. 13, 3:30-5:30 p.m., PWPW Teller's RoomWednesday, Feb. 14, 4:30-6:30 p.m., LBTuesday, Feb 20, 4:30-6 p.m., GVWednesday, Feb. 21, 4:30-6:30 p.m., LYMonday, Feb. 26, 4-6 p.m., BKHave you ever wanted to build a skateboard, guitar, or robot? Participate in similar hands-on activity based STEAM projects at this monthly program.

Teen Advisory BoardTuesdays, 5:30 p.m., RA, Teen Zone-2nd floor

Teen NightTuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., RA, Teen Zone-2nd floorThursdays, 3:30-5 p.m., PW, Jerry King Room BThursday, Feb 8, 4:30 p.m., GVPlay video games on the big screen.

The ZoneWednesdays, 4:30 p.m., RA, Teen Zone-2nd floorDedicated study space for middle school and high school students.

IMAGINATION CHAPTERAges 8-15RA, Youth Program Room-1st floor

Inventor's ChallengeSaturday, Feb. 10, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.Inventor's Challenge, in collaboration with AT&T Aspire, is a celebration of child ingenuity. The Challenge kicks off Feb. 1 for the entire month.

Laser Tag Lock-InFriday, Feb. 16, 6-8 p.m., PW Registration required.Ages 9-13. A permission slip will need to be signed by a parent or guardian before the event.

Friday HangoutFridays, Feb. 9 and 23, 4 p.m., LBHangout with your friends, play games, have snacks, make crafts and listen to music.

Teen HangoutMondays and Tuesdays, 3:30-5 p.m.,PW, Jerry King BHangout with your friends, play games, make crafts and listen to music.

Snack and StrokeWednesday, Feb. 21, 4 p.m., GIRegistration required.This month's scene: Winter.

BARKMAN LEAGUETeen Advisory BoardTuesday, Feb. 6, 7-9 p.m.Teen Lock-InFriday, Feb. 16, 6-8 p.m.

Giant GamesWednesday, Feb. 28, 4 p.m., LBAges 8-13. Play giant Jenga, Kerplunk and other games.

CoderDojoFriday, Feb. 2, 3 p.m., PWRegistration required; attendance limited. Ages 8 and up. Learn how to code in an open, collaborative environment. No experience necessary. Create a Scratch account in advance at scratch.mit.edu.

Minecraft Gaming SessionSaturday, Feb. 3, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., GIRegistration requiredUninterrupted computer play for crafting, fort building and more. Register in person or by calling the library at 562-5600.

Pokemon Madness MeetupFriday, Feb. 23, 2 p.m., GVTrade cards, battle each other and train.

Love is in the Air...Try Not To Breathe

Attack of the Robot and 3D-PrinterFriday, Feb. 23, 6-8 p.m., BKRegistration required.Ages 5-15. Interact with a 3-D printer, robots and other STEM-themed games.

Friday, Feb. 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m., RA, Ryals Room-4th floorAges 10-16

Teen Night: Play Video Games!Thursday, Feb. 8, 4:30 p.m., GV Ages 13 and up. Play video games on the big screen.

CRAFTS AT LUCERO4:30 p.m., LUAges 8-18Coil pot makingThursday, Feb. 1: Use modeling clay to create a coil pot.Rubber Band BraceletsMonday, Feb. 5: Learn to use rubber bands and a thumb loom to create patterns for rubber band bracelets.Hand sewingThursday, Feb. 8: Use hand stitching to create a basic character from felt and sew it together.Henna DesignMonday, Feb. 12: Use henna dye to create a henna tattoo.Tattoo/Sticker makingThursday, Feb. 22: Use computer and Cameo Silhouette designs to create stickers or tattoos.

Cooking ClassWednesdays, 4:30 p.m., LUAges 8-18. Learn to read, follow recipes and create meals from a variety of ingredients.

Registration required.Show your love, or lack thereof, for Valentine's Day. Pizza provided. Permission slip required to stay after-hours.

CONTESTSPueblo Girl Essay ContestDeadline: Friday, Feb. 2

Home of Heroes Essay ContestDeadline: Friday, Feb. 9

Dr. Seuss Character ContestDeadline: Friday, Feb. 23

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HOMEBOUND Bringing the library to those who are unable to visit! For more info: call 553-0233 or email homebound@pueblolibrary.org. Volunteers Needed!Have an hour or two per month to take books to a homebound customer in your community?Homebound applications go green!Send applications electronically! Go to pueblolibrary.org. From the Services tab; select Homebound.

Library closurethis month:Monday, Feb. 19Presidents' Day

All programs are at RA, Idea Factory, 2nd floor For more info or to register contact Derrick Mason at 553-0213 or email derrick.mason@pueblolibrary.org.

PROGRAMS AT THE IDEA FACTORY

SoCoMakers MeetupThursday, Feb. 1, 8 and 15, 5:30 p.m.Southern Colorado, tinkerers, hackers, makers, innovators, and DIY creators come share, collaborate and participate in your local Maker community. Discuss the creation of a community makerspace. Bring projects or pictures and video of projects to show and tell. Three slots available each meeting on a first come basis. Find inspiration and network with other local doers in our community.

Origami OdysseySunday, Feb. 11, 2-4 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, 7-8:30 p.m.Join other origami folders in making interesting and fun models. Open to intermediate and advanced folders. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.Vinyl DestinationTuesday, Feb.27, 6-8 p.m.Come and share your favorite record with other vinyl enthusiasts!

American Sign Language for BeginnersSaturdays, Noon-2 p.m.Registration required. Learn American Sign Language from ADA Advocate Dale Buterbaugh. Increase knowledge to communicate with others. This class is not for ASL Certification.

Meet Your Maker:Entrepreneur and Innovator Speaker SeriesThursday, Feb. 22, 6-7:30 p.m.Registration required.Presentations from makers, entrepreneurs, inventors and innovators from across Southern Colorado.

Go Code Colorado: Pueblo RoadshowThursday Feb. 15, 6-8 p.m. RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor Join the entrepreneurial community in Pueblo for an evening of networking. Hear from organizers of Go Code Colorado — the app development and business challenge that awards seed capital for your enterprise.

Pueblo Bowl III — Madden 2018 TournamentSaturday Feb. 10, 6-10 p.m., RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floor Registration required. Ages 10 and up. The Big Game is in Minneapolis, but the REALLY Big Game is right here! Madden played on a Cinema Screen! Do you have what it takes to win our 3rd annual Pueblo Bowl and take home the Championship Belt? Register today! Minors under age 17 must complete and submit a signed library permission slip to participate. Official rules at www.pueblolibrary.org/pueblobowl.

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Become a VOLUNTEERAdult Literacy is in need of more volunteers! Help someone to improve their reading and writing skills. Be a tutor, change lives!

Wanted: Adult learners Improve reading and writing skills or pass a test. Sign up for a tutor today!

English Conversation GroupMondays, 6-7:30 p.m. RA, Bret Kelly B-1st floor Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., PWFridays, 9:30 a.m.-noon, PWPractice speaking English with this friendly group. All levels are welcome.

ADULT LITERACYFor more info: Jackie Swanson at 719-553-0206 or email jackie.swanson@pueblolibrary.org.

Colorado OnlineHigh SchoolScholarships Available now!

An evening with poet, Ramon del CastilloThursday, Feb. 15, 6-8 p.m., RA, Ryals Room-4th floor

Sacred Heart Orphanage Memorial BookSaturday, Feb. 24, 1-5 p.m., RA, Ryals Room-4th floor Children whose home was once Sacred Heart Orphanage will have a reunion and unveil the memory book that was compiled over the last five years in the Special Collections department with Herbie Chavez. Refreshments will be served.

Bridging Borders ApplicationsFridays, starting Feb. 23, 2-5 p.m., RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floorBridging Borders is 10-week fellowship designed for teenage girls in Pueblo County. The purpose is to nurture a positive sense of place and history that form the roots of strong self-identity. Sessions are hosted at Rawlings Library and El Pueblo History Museum. To apply, go to http://www.pueblolibrary.org/. Follow the links for the online application form.

First Aid and CPR CertificationSaturday, Feb. 10, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., GVRegistration required.Ages 18 and up. This all day course, taught by TJ Richardson, certifies attendees in CPR and first aid. Cost is $60. Please register at least two weeks in advance.

History Night at Your LibraryMonday, Feb. 12, 6-8 p.m., GVAges 21 and up. Learn about the history of Pueblo County and the Greenhorn Valley. Light refreshments provided.

How to Grow Western Native Plants from Seeds and CuttingsSaturday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., RA-Ryals Room-4th floorRegsistration required.Western Native Plants support Colorado's bird, butterfly and other threatened pollinator populations. They need little or no supplemental water and exceed the beauty, persistence and bloom periods of commercially developed plants. Join Ed Roland, CSU Extension Native Plant Master and Past President of the SE Chapter, Colorado Native Plant Society to learn where to find

seeds, how to successfully germinate a wide range of Western Native species, and how to expand your garden with cuttings from a single "parent" plant. Participants will also learn how your garden can benefit from the All Pueblo Grows Seed Library, and how you can help build this resource. Free seed packets for select native plants will be available to those who attend this class. Space is limited, register online www.pueblolibrary.org or by calling 562-5600.

Forks Over Knives ScreeningsAll screenings are 6-8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 12, PWMonday, March 5, GIMonday, April 16, BK Tuesday, May 8, LBJoin the plant based certified Parkview Mobile Nurses to watch the documentary film Forks Over Knives. Researchers explore how changing your food can change your health. This movie could change your life.

Self-Care 101 WorkshopSaturday, Feb. 17, 2 p.m., RA, Idea Factory-2nd floorRegistration required.Designed for beginners, this experiential workshop will offer a variety of tools and tips, to help you celebrate ones own essence. Participants will receive a Self-Care Starter Kit and leave with a personal plan to start practicing self-care with ease.

The Sunshine Banks of the Arkansas PresentationThursday, Feb. 1, 6:30 p.m., RA, InfoZone Theater-4th floorA performance of the proposed theme song for Pueblo city and county, Sunshine Banks of the Arkansas. The song is written and composed by Puebloans Bryan Ritchie and Doyle Trantham.

Dr. Ramon Del Castillo, 2009 Denver Poet Laureate, will read from his new book of poetry Chicana/o Rhapsodic Rhythm and Blues with musician Fred Rodriguez, Jr.

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