Buena Vista Public Library Packs May with Educational Events

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Spring is here and so is a full slate of events and activities at the Buena Vista Public Library. From ukulele lessons to wood burning to recurring favorites like Wiggles and Giggles, there is a wide variety of free activities for the community to participate in during the month of May for adults, teens, and young kids.

Community Engagement

The Buena Vista Public Library is requesting community input to help shape design decisions for the renovation and second floor expansion. Community members can sign up to be included in surveys and feedback opportunities.

There are options for low levels of participation (simple surveys), intermediate (providing comments or perspectives on surveys or emails), and collaborator (survey participation and potential attendance at input meetings) levels of commitment.

Reading to Rover Seeking Canine Volunteers

Reading to Rover is in need of good dogs who enjoy hearing children read aloud. Volunteers must be licensed Therapy Dogs. They should be able to handle some commotion and be good with children. Those interested can email BVolpe@BuenaVistaLibrary.org.

May Take and Make

Materials to create friendship bracelets will be available (while supplies last) beginning on Monday, May 6.

Featured Events

Bookaholics Unanimous

12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28

This event is for teens ages 14 to 18.

Participants can stop by the library any time prior to the book club meeting to pick up their copy of The Measure by Nikki Erlick. The May 28 meeting will feature snacks and a chance to discuss the book in a youth-led book club.

Ukulele

4:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, May 7, May 14, and May 21

Participants will learn how to play the ukulele or practice their skills.

Game Night – Spring Fling

4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (families) and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (teens and adults) on Friday, May 10.

Participants will welcome spring with games about animals, plants, and the wilderness. Other favorites will be available.

Digital Events

A Murder Mystery, Family Story, and Love Letter to Strong Women Everywhere: An Author Talk with Nina Simon

5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8

An author talk with New York Times Bestselling Author Nina Simon and about Reese’s Book Club Pick for Mother-Daughter Murder Night. More information is available online.

Registration is needed for the virtual event.

Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang

5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21

An author talk with New York Times Bestselling Author Rebecca F. Kuang of Yellowface, Babel, and the Poppy War Trilogy. More information is available online.

Registration is needed for the virtual event.

Teen and Adult Events

Aging Mastery

4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, May 1, May 15, May 22, and May 29

The class is already full for this series focused on building a personal playbook for aging well. Those interested in being placed on a waitlist may contact the library at 719-395-8700.

Book Club

5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 2

Discuss the book The Five Invitations by Frank Ostaseski.

Breathwork

11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 4

Participants will learn about breathwork as a method of healing and experiment with conscious, connected breath. Attendees should dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat and pillow.

Qigong

5:00 p.m. on Mondays May 9 and May 23.

Participants will work to improve their health and wellbeing with exercises focused on optimizing energy.

Drip Irrigation

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 4

Participants will learn about benefits of drip irrigation and review the required components, design and practice assembling a drip system for their personal gardens.

Align and Flow Yoga

12:00 noon on Mondays May 6, May 13, and May 20

This all-level yoga class will focus on finding strength, stillness, and peace.

Pilates and Meditation

11:30 a.m. on Thursdays May 9 and May 23

Participants will deepen their mind and body connection using a spin on traditional Pilates.

Great Decisions

4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays. Each meeting focuses on a different topic of global importance.

Thursday, May 9 will focus on Pandemic Preparedness

Thursday, May 23 is a makeup session on the U.S.-China Trade Rivalry.

Caregiver Support Group

4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month.

Caregivers get the chance to build a support system with others who understand. A trained Alzheimer’s Association facilitator will lead discussions on caregiving concerns and coping strategies.

Raised Bed Gardening

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 11

Participants will learn tips and techniques for raised bed and container gardening.

Teen Coding Hour

4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 13 for ages 9 to 18

Participants will get the chance to develop their coding skills at their own pace. One-on-one help from an expert will be available.

Make a Foot Soak

1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14

Participants will learn to create their own natural foot soak to relax at home. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required and there is a limit of 12.

Watercolor Figures

1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 16

Participants will use simple strokes and allow water and drops of color to find suggestions of figures. Registration is required and there is a limit of 12.

Death Café

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 18

Participants will drink tea and engage in a safe space to discuss death. The goal of the café is to increase awareness of death and help people make the most of their lives. More information is available at DeathCafe.com.

Wood Burning – Spoons

1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22

Participants will learn wood burning techniques to decorate a wooden kitchen spoon. Registration is required and there is a limit of 12.

CPR and First Aid

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 25

Class is already full for this CPR and First Aid certification class from the American Heart Association and Chaffee Fire. Those interested in being placed on a waitlist may contact the library at 719-395-8700.

Youth Events

Destination Story Time: Buena Viking

10:00 a.m. on Friday, May 3 for kids aged 0 to 5 at 418 East Main Street.

Participants will get a chance to learn why Vikings love books, tour the new building and celebrate with a tater tot party.

Tunes for Tots

Each Monday at 9:00 a.m. (for kids aged 0 to 3) and at 10:00 a.m. (for kids aged 3 to 6).

Kids will get the opportunity to play, sing, and move with the music They will learn how to sing on pitch, keep a beat, and play instruments during an active hour.

Kids into Learning Things (KILT)

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon on Tuesdays May 7 and May 21 for kids aged 5 to 12.

Elementary students are invited to experience STEAM, team-building challenges, and fine arts in a collaborative environment.

Reading to Rover

3:30 p.m. on Wednesdays for all ages.

Participants will read one-on-one with a friendly dog. All reading levels and ages can participate. Those interested may call 719-395-8700 to sign up for a fifteen minute block.

Animal Crackers

10:00 a.m. on Wednesdays for kids aged 2 to 8.

Kids will learn various circus skills and build dexterity and confidence.

Wiggles and Giggles

10:00 a.m. on Thursdays for kids aged 0 to 5.

Unstructured free play time to socialize for kids and caregivers.

Bilingual Story Time

10:00 a.m. on Fridays, May 10, May 17, May 24, and May 30 for kids aged 0 to 5.

This opportunity will introduce kids to a lifelong love of learning. Bilingual reading is now a regular part of story time.

Kids Explore Art

3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 16 for kids aged 6 to 12.

Kids will create a creature from their imagination and bring it to life using watercolor. Registration is required.