Children's Programs
Loma Colorado Main Library Youth Services Desk (505) 891-5013, ext. 3032
Es ther Bone Memorial Library Youth Services Desk (505) 891-5012, ext. 4
Summer Reading
Registration starts May 28
Loma Colorado Main and Esther Bone Memorial Library

Infant- Kindergarten
Free string book bag for registrants- while supplies last!
Read books together, then record them in your online reading log.
Complete six books and win a free book from one of our prize selections. Complete six more and win a second book.
Deadline for entries is July 12.

Grades 1-6
Free string book bag for registrants- while supplies last!
Read books, then record them in your online reading log.
Complete six books and win a free one from our prize selections. Complete six more and win a second book!
Deadline for entries is July 12.
Summer Programs
SketchKids
Monday June 3 (register May 28), June 17 (register June 10), and July 1 (register June 24) 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Loma Colorado Main Library
A one hour hands on introduction to drawing for kids entering grades 1-3. Registration required, see dates above.
SummerStories
Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 a.m. June 6-July 11
Loma Colorado Main Library
Preschool storytime filled with stories, songs, and fingerplays.
Exotics of the Rainforest
Thursday June 6, 2:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Come see Carolyn Newell and her live animals. This programs is for grades 4-7.
SculptKids
Monday June 10 (register June 3), June 24 (register June 17), and July 8 (register July 1) 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Loma Colorado Main Library
A one hour hands on introduction to sculpting for kids entering grades 1-3. Registration required, see dates above.
Movie: "Inkheart"
Thursday June 13, 2:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Come watch the movie "Inkheart" based on the book by Cornelia Funke. Recommended for grades 4 and up.
Beep and Bop
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. June 19-July 17
Esther Bone Memorial Library
A music and movement program for ages 1-5 with an adult. Register each week starting on the Friday proceeding the program.
Loren Kahn presents "Natalia"
Thursday June 20, 2:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Come and see a life-like puppet storyteller present tales, riddles, and dreams.
Off the Page- Books come Alive
Thursday July 11, 2:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Come see voice actor Michael Harle at his performance and game show.
Drawing Caricatures
Thursday July 18, 2:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Come learn how to draw caricatures with artist Peter Menice.
Ongoing Programs
Knit Clique
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. May 2-May 23
Esther Bone Memorial Library
A knitting club for beginning and experienced knitters, grades 5 and up. Beginners bring US size 7 needles and acrylic yarn.
Check out our regular Saturday programs, too!
Read to the Dogs
2nd Saturday of the Month
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Loma Colorado Main Library
3rd Saturday of the month
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Readers of any age may read to one of the Tales of Joy reading dogs at the library. Sign in upon arrival to reserve a place.
Lego Club
3rd Saturday of the month
3:00-4:30 p.m.
Loma Colorado Main Library
Kids from toddlers to teens are welcome to join us and build away.