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Scholastic book fair preview
End of Summer Reading Scholastic Book Fair

Mon, July 28 - Sun, Aug. 3, during library hours
 
Get ready for an adventure at the Scholastic Book Fair! It’s packed with exciting books and amazing prizes just waiting for you to discover. Did you spend your summer diving into thrilling stories and submitting your Reading Logs? Now it’s time to cash in on all those hard-earned Book Bucks! And if your wish list is longer than your Book Bucks, don’t worry! You can still grab all your favorites by shopping with cash or card. Come explore, shop, and find your next great read!
¡Prepárate para una aventura en la feria del libro de Scholastic! Estará llena de libros emocionantes y premios sorprendentes, los cuales estarán esperándote para ser descubiertos. ¿Te pasaste el verano sumergiéndote en historias alucinantes y entregando hojas con el registro de tu lectura? ¡Ahora es tiempo de hacer efectivos todos esos Book Bucks que con tanto esfuerzo te ganaste! Y si tu lista de deseos excede tus Book Bucks, ¡no te preocupes! Puedes llevarte todos tus libros favoritos y efectuar un pago con tarjeta o en efectivo. Ven a explorar, a comprar, ¡y a encontrar tu próxima lectura maravillosa! 
 
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Messy Art Day

Tues, July 1, 10:30-11:30AM 
 
Let’s take messy creativity to the next level with a variety of fun and colorful stations. Kids will love exploring fly swatter painting, launching paint bombs, creating wild splatter paintings, and using slinkies to make mesmerizing art. Let’s make the world more vibrant, one masterpiece at a time!
Llevemos la creatividad desordenada al siguiente nivel con una variedad de estaciones coloridas y divertidas. Las personitas participantes disfrutarán explorando la pintura con matamoscas, lanzarán bombas de pintura, crearán pinturas con salpicaduras locas, y utilizarán resortes slinky para crear fascinantes obras de arte.Hagamos del mundo un sitio más vibrante, ¡una obra maestra a la vez! 
 
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Summer Performer: Professor Universe

Tues, July 8, 10:30-11:30AM
 
Blast off into an out-of-this-world experience with Professor Universe (aka Dallas Atkins), an actor, clown, director, and teacher who blends comedy, performance, and a love for science! In this cosmic adventure, kids will explore the wonders of space, from gravity and light to stars, black holes, and beyond. Don’t miss your chance to journey through space with Professor Universe and discover the science that makes our world go round!
Despega y lánzate hacia una experiencia fuera de este mundo con Professor Universe (conocido como Dallas Atkins), un actor, payaso, director y profesor, quien combina la comedia con la representación teatral y su amor por la ciencia. En esta aventura cósmica, las personitas en edad escolar explorarán las maravillas del espacio: desde la fuerza de gravedad y la luz hasta las estrellas, agujeros negros, y mucho más. ¡No te pierdas la oportunidad de viajar a través del espacio con Professor Universe y descubre la ciencia que hace que nuestro mundo gire!  
 
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Tunes and Tales

Wed, July 9, 10:30-11AM
 
What could make storytime even more exciting? Live music, of course! At Tunes & Tales, listeners are treated to enchanting stories thoughtfully blended with music performed by students from the Aspen Music Festival and School. Experience the magic of musical storytelling as you enjoy this fan favorite event, back for another year. 
¿Qué podemos hacer para que la hora de cuentos sea todavía más emocionante? Música en vivo, ¡por supuesto! En Tunes & Tales (tonadas y cuentos), la audiencia tiene el placer de escuchar historias encantadoras, cuidadosamente combinadas con música interpretada por estudiantes de Aspen Music Festival and School. Vive la magia de la narrativa musical mientras disfrutas del evento predilecto de muchas personas aficionadas, el cual regresa nuevamente este año.
 
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Summer Performer: Puppet Tales by Magic Dave

Tues, July 15, 10:30-11:30AM
 
Get ready for a magical, fun-filled adventure with Dave Nicodemus! Through puppetry, magic, and laughter, Dave will ignite young imaginations and spread joy in this interactive performance. The Buzzing Butterfly tells the delightful story of Benny Butterfly, who longs to be as important to the Colorado ecosystem as the bees. As Benny tries to fit in with the bees in wild and hilarious ways, he learns an important lesson: the best thing he can be is himself! Can Magic Dave and his friends help Benny discover this?
¡Prepárate para una aventura mágica y llena de diversión con Dave Nicodemus! A través de marionetas, magia y risas, Dave encenderá la imaginación de todas las personitas presentes y esparcirá la alegría con su espectáculo interactivo. “The Buzzing Butterfly” (La mariposa zumbante) cuenta la encantadora historia de Benny Butterfly, quien anhela llegar a ser tan importante como las abejas para los ecosistemas de Colorado. Cuando Benny intenta mezclarse con las abejas en las maneras más descabelladas y divertidas, él aprende una lección importante: ¡lo mejor que puede hacer es ser él mismo! Será que Magic Dave y sus amigos lograrán ayudarle a Benny a descubrir esto? 
 
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Summer Performer: Art Theft

Tues, July 22, 10:30-11:30AM
 
A Dog Comedy starring Joey and Kira, Denise Gard’s famous Border Collies. Join the talented Denise Gard as she brings an action-packed story to life, with her dynamic Border Collies, Joey and Kira, and her creative, interactive storytelling. From jaw-dropping dog tricks to unexpected surprises, this show is full of fun, mystery, and adventure. Don't miss out—come along and discover how this unforgettable tale unfolds!
Una comedia canina, protagonizada por Joey y Kira, los famosos border collies de Denise Gard. Acompaña a la talentosa Denise Gard mientras le da vida a historia llena de acción estelarizada por sus dinámicos border collies Joey y Kira en una inventiva y dinámica narrativa. Desde trucos que te dejarán con la boca abierta hasta sorpresas inesperadas, este espectáculo está lleno de diversión, misterio y aventura. ¡No te lo pierdas! Ven y descubre el final de esta inolvidable historia. 
 
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Movies in the Library: Wicked
 
Sat, July 26, 8:30-11:30PM
 
Get ready for movies and popcorn. It’s the perfect way to relax and unwind with family, friends, and the community. Kicking things off is the fan favorite "Wicked". Singing along is encouraged! Rated PG. 
Prepárate para disfrutar de una película y palomitas. Es la manera perfecta de relajarte y descansar al lado de familiares, amistades y el resto de la comunidad. Para iniciar esta serie de eventos, contaremos con una cinta que ya es la favorita de muchas personas aficionadas: "Wicked". ¡Te invitamos a cantar a lo largo de la película! Clasificación PG (se recomienda la aprobación de un adulto).  
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Summer Performer: A Wild Time with PSS Wildlife

Tues, July 29, 10:30-11:30AM
 
Learn about local wildlife, hear stories about animals rescued by the PSS Wildlife Foundation, and learn what to do if you find an injured or abandoned wild animal. You will even get to visit with some of the resident animals from the foundation!
Aprende sobre la vida silvestre local, escucha historias sobre animales que han sido rescatados por PSS Wildlife Foundation, e infórmate sobre qué hacer si llegas a encontrar un animalito silvestre abandonado o herido. ¡Incluso tendrás oportunidad de visitar a algunos de los animales que residen en la fundación! El programa será facilitado en inglés.
 
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Foam Party with Ann Lincoln 

Wed, July 30, 11AM-12PM
 
Get ready for the ultimate summer celebration as Ann transforms our library lawn into a giant dance party and bubble-filled playground! With a powerful sound system and professional foam-making equipment, this fun-filled hour will have bubbles everywhere and music to keep everyone dancing. It’s the perfect way to celebrate your accomplishments in the Summer Reading program, so come on out, enjoy the bubbles, and congratulate yourself on all your reading adventures! All ages are welcome to join in the fun!
¡Prepárate para la última celebración del verano mientras que Ann transforma el césped de nuestra biblioteca en una fiesta gigante de baile llena de burbujas y diversión! Con un poderoso sistema de sonido y un equipo profesional para hacer burbujas, esta hora rebosante de diversión esparcirá burbujas y música por todas partes para mantener a todo el mundo bailando. Es la manera perfecta de celebrar tus logros y éxitos en el Programa de Lectura Durante el Verano, así que ¡ven a disfrutar las burbujas y a felicitarte por todas las aventuras que viviste a través de la lectura! Todas las edades son bienvenidas. ¡Únete a la diversión!  
 
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Closure Notice
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We will be closed on Friday, July 4th.

We will reopen at 10AM on Saturday, July 5th. Have a safe and happy holiday. 
Color Our World: Colorful Stories for Kids
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The most magnificent team
by Ashley Spires

"Captures the emotional ups and downs of working with others in this celebration of collaboration in the creative process. As the girl perseveres through technical and emotional challenges, she learns that mistakes don't mean failure and setbacks are just part of the route to success"
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A friend for Eddy
by Ann Kim Ha

When lonely Eddy the goldfish spies two new friends on the other side of his fishbowl glass, he decides to leap out to meet them and gets quite a surprise to learn that friendship can be found in unexpected places. 
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Fireworks
by Matthew Burgess

"POP! As a hot day sizzles into evening, everyone on stoops and sidewalks looks skyward on this special summer night--the Fourth of July! Words and art blossom into flowers of fire across the sky, making this a perfect read for firework enthusiasts in cities and suburbs everywhere"
New Releases
Baby triceratops
by Julie Abery

"Baby Triceratops explores the prehistoric world with others in his herd in this sturdy board book. On an adventure to find food, they meet a big scary dinosaur. It'll take speed and strength to escape to safety"
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Hey! What's that?
by Sandra Boynton

"Hey! What's That? invites readers to guess what comes next by touching a mysterious tactile element through a hole on each page. Once the page is turned, readers can keep their wiggly finger in place to join in the animal fun! Become a swinging elephant trunk, a swishy lion tail, or a waggly rabbit ear! The adventure is all in your hands!"
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Bear feels sad
by Karma Wilson

"Bear spends the day missing his friends until they reunite"
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