Kids’ Programs
Loma Colorado Main Library Youth Services Desk (505) 891-5013, ext. 3032
Esther Bone Memorial Library Youth Services Desk (505) 891-5012, ext. 3131
All programs are free. Some programs require registration or tickets. Check below for details.
Special Events
Prehistoric Preschool Program!
Thursday, February 25
3:00 p.m.
Loma Colorado Main Library
Dinosaur discoveries...what did they eat,
how big were they, and how do we know?
There'll be fossils and bones, music and
movement, crafts, and other activities.
Especially for kids ages 3-6. Presented
by the New Mexico Museum of Natural
History and Science. Free tickets will be
available beginning on February 15. Space is limited.
Recurring Programs
Baby Bumblebees
Mondays or Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
January 4 - February 24
Loma Colorado Main Library
A lapsit program for children up to 24 months old and their parents and caregivers. Rhymes, fingerplays, and fun! Older siblings welcome.
Storytime with Story Lady or Song Lady
Mondays, 1:00 p.m.
Begins January 11
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Stories, songs, and fun. Ages 3-6. 3-year-olds must attend with an adult. 4-6-year-olds attend without adults. Registration required.
Design Squad
Mondays, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
January 4 - February 22
Loma Colorado Main Library
A hands-on science program for ages 9-12. Based on guidelines from the PBS show. Registration begins December 21 for the entire 8-week program.
Monday Chess Club
Mondays, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Loma Colorado Main Library Blue Tables
Bring your board or use one of ours. Round robin or single elimination tournaments may be held with at least six interested players.
Toddler Time
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.
January 5 - February 25
Loma Colorado Main Library
A storytime for two- and three-year-olds and their parents and caregivers. A whole lot of fun for little people.
Homework League
Tuesdays, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00
Loma Colorado Main Library
Tutoring from Rio Rancho High School National Honor Society students. Please sign in at the children's desk.
Beep and Bop
Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.
January 6 - February 24
Esther Bone Memorial Library
A music and movement program for ages 1-5 and their parents and caregivers. Registration for each Wednesday's program begins the preceding Monday.
Knit Clique
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
A knitting club for beginners and experienced knitters. Beginners bring size 7 needles. Grades 5 and up.
Homeschool Thought Swap
2nd Friday of the month
1:00-2:30 p.m.
Loma Colorado Main Library
An unfacilitated monthly gathering for homeschoolers to exchange ideas and materials. Parents must supervise any children in attendance.
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 sign up to read to one of the Tales of Joy reading dogs at the library. Registration is required.
Lego Club
3rd Saturday of the month
3:00-4:30 p.m.
Loma Colorado Main Library
Bring your own Legos or use ours and build projects with local author and Lego enthusiast Lorence Winchell. The library is still accepting donations of Legos for the club, too. February theme: under the sea.
Go Game!
4th Saturday of the month
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Esther Bone Memorial Library
Kids ages 10-13. Play Guitar Hero, Mario Kart, and Wii Sports.
Fun at the Library - View pictures from our latest events!
