395 Bayfield Center Drive, Bayfield. Contact: 884-2222, www.prlibrary.org.
Pine River Library is taking a break from its weekly events for children and teens. It will be back after school starts with a new schedule of youth programming.
Weekly exercise programs for adults will continue. Check www.prlibrary.org/events for a full listing of our events.
Hopper’s Happy Readers Early Literacy Program Launch: School readiness isn’t just about being ready for the academics but also being prepared socially and emotionally. Happy Hopper’s Readers program supports and encourages caregivers to share 1,000 learning experiences before kindergarten, an undertaking that will help build their child’s school readiness toolkit.
This program highlights the five early literacy practices: read, talk, write, play and sing. These practices work together to help children understand how words sound, what letters look like and how words link to images or objects.
Children ages 0-5 can be signed up at the library. They will win prizes as they move through the learning stages. They will also receive a booklet that includes a list of suggested learning activities for each age group from birth to age 5.
All you need is a yoga mat and a water bottle. Some yoga tools such as blocks, a blanket and a strap are encouraged. Cost is $10 for a single class, $45 for a five pass and $75 for a 10 pass. Checks can be made out to Bayfield Parks and Rec.
Mondays, 9-10 a.m.: Mostly Yin Yoga. Targets the connective tissue, which are the joints, bones and ligaments. We remain in many of the poses longer than in a traditional yoga class, which can be challenging for our body as well as our mind. The class may be slower paced, but it gives our mind time to quiet down, our breath to soften and our connective tissue to be stimulated. We will experience the balance between movement and stillness. Tools such as blocks and blankets are encouraged for this class. This class is accessible for all levels. We will experience the balance between movement and stillness.
Wednesdays, 8-9 a.m.: Yoga Flow. Yoga Flow lets us move dynamically from one posture to another. We create a meditative state with the flow and rhythm of our breath and the warming, lengthening and strengthening of our muscles in all the movements of our bodies.
These classes are hosted by local fitness instructors Brian and Tammy Williams. Follow them on the Mountaintop Movement Facebook page for more information.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:15-9 a.m., HIIT Class. HIIT stands for High Intense Interval Training. This class consists of hard-charging intervals of training designed to increase your heart rate for a set period of time, followed by a rest to bring your heart rate back down. Each class will consist of a demonstration, warm-up and 10 to 12 stations where focus will be on a specific body group. We will rotate through three rounds with a short break between each round. The workout is followed by a cool down and stretch. All equipment will be provided. These HIITs will be outside, plan accordingly and bring your own water.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:15-9 a.m.: Full Body Fit Class. Use weight or light hand weights to work all body parts. The free classes are always similar in style but always different moves to keep it fun and fresh. You’ll need a yoga mat and light hand weights. If you don’t have them, there are extras that can be used. All ages and fitness levels are welcome.
Aug. 4, 4-5 p.m.: San Juan Basin Public Health Program Series: Women, Infant, Children and Nurse-Family Partnership. Meet the WIC manager to learn about the supplemental nutrition program for pregnant and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5. Also, consult a nurse from the NF who can help you succeed in the challenge of your first baby.
Aug. 4 & 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Babysitter Training. This two-day course trains teens ages 12 to 18 years old on basic child care, nutrition and an introductory understanding of early learning and social/emotional literacy skills. The training also features a full day basic lifesaving course including CPR/first aid training. Registration is required. Stop by the library or call 884-2222, ext. 1, to register.
Aug. 9, 10-11 a.m.: Card Making at the Pine River Senior Center. Create two beautiful handmade cards for free.
Aug. 10, 2-3:30 p.m.: Bookmarks Book Club. Open to adults. The library provides the books, the discussion leader and a place to gather outside. Stop by the library to request a copy of the August book, “The Midnight Library,” by Matt Haig or the September book, “Sabrina and Corina,” by Kali Fajardo-Anstine.
Aug. 11, 4-5 p.m.: San Juan Basin Public Health Program Series: SafeCare and HCP/Care Coordination. Meet a SafeCare supervisor to learn about the support available to parents of children 5 years and younger. SafeCare works with families in their homes to build new and existing skills, ensure home safety, address child health needs and support positive parent-child interactions. Also, learn more about care coordination services, including the HCP Program providing coordination for children and youths with special health care needs. Learn about assistance with accessing care, applying for Medicaid and public assistance, and locating resources for transportation, housing, food and other needs.
Aug. 16, 1-2:30 p.m.: Death Cafe. Pine River Library is one of many groups in 79 countries across the world that host Death Cafes, a time and place where people come to share food, drink tea or coffee, and discuss death openly and honestly. The aim is to increase awareness about death in order to help people make the most of their finite lives.
Aug. 16, 1-2:30 p.m.: The Life of Your Dreams. Life coach Brook Smith will help attendees with the realization that the life of your dreams is tangible and reachable beginning today. Registration required, stop by the library or call 884-2222, ext. 1, to register.
Aug. 17, 6:15 p.m.: Library Board of Trustees Meeting.
Aug. 18, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Friends of the Library Meeting.
Aug. 18, 4-5 p.m.: San Juan Basin Public Health Program Series: Emergency Preparedness and Response. The EPR team works to ensure that everyone is included when preparing for, responding to and recovering from an emergency. Decrease the risk that emergencies and disasters that may impact your health.
Aug. 25, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Spanish Conversation Hour. An hour of conversation. Practice Spanish in an informal setting. All ages and language levels welcome.
Aug. 25, 4-5 p.m.: San Juan Basin Public Health Program Series: Radon Awareness and Water Testing and Awareness for PFAS. Radon exposure is the nation’s second-leading cause of lung cancer and the leading cause in people who have never smoked. Take action and join the library to get a free radon test kit (while supplies last) and learn how you can address radon gas levels in your home. PFAS are human-made chemicals that are useful for consumer and industrial use, but do not break down well in the environment. These toxic chemicals can contaminate drinking water supplies and lead to adverse health effects including low infant birth, weights, cancer and effects on the immune system. Free testing is available for private well owners and public water systems.
Aug. 26, 4-5 p.m.: Pine River Senior Center Outreach. Books and DVDs available for check out, delivered to the Senior Center with an extended loan period (four weeks, rather than the standard one to three weeks) each month.
Aug. 26, sunset: Outdoor Movie: “Encanto.” Bring your own blanket or chair.
Fort Lewis Mesa Community Library, 11274 Highway 140, Hesperus. Contact: 375-3816, chris@swlplibrarydistrict.org. The library is located inside Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School and has books for all ages. Open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Contactless pickup and drop off available.
Sunnyside Community Library, 75 County Road 218, Durango. Contact: 375-3816, bethany@swlplibrarydistrict.org. The library is located inside Sunnyside Elementary School and has books for all ages. Open to the public Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Contactless pickup and drop off available.
At the beginning of the school year on Aug. 23, Fort Lewis Mesa Library hours will change to Monday to Friday 2:30-7 p.m. and Sunnyside Library’s will change to Monday to Friday 2:50-7 p.m.
Sunnyside Library is closed from Aug. 1-5 for maintenance and Fort Lewis Mesa Library is closed from Aug. 3-5 for maintenance.
Powerhouse Pass Program: Sunnyside Library and Fort Lewis Mesa Library now have Powerhouse Passes available for check out at each library. The pass will allow you and your immediate family free entry to the Powerhouse Science Center. Passes can be checked out on an adult library card for one week.
Check Out State Parks Program: Fort Lewis and Sunnyside libraries have “Check Out State Parks” backpacks available for check out. Each pack includes a pass for free entry to Colorado state parks, binoculars, wildlife viewing guides and park information. The pack can be checked out on an adult library card for one week.
Fort Lewis Mesa Book Club: The club meets at 3 p.m. the third Wednesday of every month at Fort Lewis Mesa Library. Contact chris@swlplibrarydistrict.org for more information. All are welcome.
Sunnyside Book Club: The club meets at 5:30 p.m. the fourth Monday of every month at Sunnyside Library. Contact liz@swlplibrarydistrict.org for more information. All are welcome.
Free Mask and COVID Test Distribution: Free masks and COVID-19 rapid tests are available for pick up at both library locations. Limit five masks and four tests per person per month.
Aug. 16, 9:30 a.m.: Southwest La Plata Library District Board Meeting at the La Plata County Administration Building, 1102 East Second Ave.
Aug. 18, 2 p.m.: Friends of the Southwest La Plata Library District Meeting. Via Zoom, email neoff.swlpld@gmail.com for details.
470 Goddard Ave. Ignacio. Contact 563-9287, www.ignaciolibrary.org.
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.: Storytime. Use stories, singing and dancing, crafts and more to help engage your children and make learning fun.
Thursdays, 1 p.m.: Knitters Group. A group of knitters meet for a beverage and a chat.
Fridays, 10:30 a.m.: Open Art Studio. Work on your art and receive feedback.
Fridays & Saturdays, 2 p.m.: Exploring Aeronautics. Make gliders, fly planes and design your own aircraft.
Fridays & Saturdays, 2 p.m.: Robotics. IDEA LAB makes will explore robotics. Program is for all ages. Those 9 years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
2101 Farmington Ave., Farmington. Contact (505) 599-1270, www.infoway.org.
Aug. 1, 11 a.m.: Summer Reading Foam Party.
Aug. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.: Summer Reading T-Shirt Pickup.
Aug. 1, 2 p.m.: College Application Workshop.
Aug. 16, 4 p.m.: Farmington Public Library Advisory Board.
