Step into the shoes of an archaeologist to solve the mysteries hidden in history's "trash." In this program, you'll analyze bags filled with artifacts from pottery shards to purchase receipts. After looking through all of your clues, you can bring your discovery to life by drawing or sculpting who you think owned these items of […]
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) is always looking for teenagers in our community who want to share their creativity, insight, and love for the library to help shape library services for teens. Teens will help brainstorm and create programs, like escape rooms, haunted houses, obstacle courses, and more! They will also recommend books, assist in running […]
Eight mandolins are better than one! Come listen and find out as the Albuquerque Mandolin Orchestra plays music in a variety of musical traditions.
Design and build a cardboard home for your beloved pet using simple materials and lots of imagination. Create something unique, reusable, and fun while enjoying a relaxed, hands-on crafting experience at the library.
Make the past reusable! Teens will learn how to create flexible silicone molds using an ancient coin as inspiration, and then explore how molds can recreate objects again and again. This hands-on maker program blends archaeology, creativity, and Do-It-Yourself skills that teens can use for future art and crafting projects.
Build it. Erupt it. Unearth its story! In this hands-on volcano lab, participants create erupting volcanoes and excavate layered lava flows to decode past eruptions—just like real scientists. Discover how geology helps paleontologists and archaeologists read Earth’s history, one colorful layer at a time. Ages 9-13.
Shop thousands of books at our Twice Read Tales book sales! Join us on the first Friday and Saturday of every other month to find the perfect gift for yourself or others. We have a variety of paperback and hardcover books, DVDs, CDs, including specialty signed and vintage books! There is something for everyone!
Summer Reading 2026 begins here! Travel back to the legendary Library of Alexandria for our Unearth a Story Kickoff Party. Explore hands-on activity stations inspired by ancient knowledge—maps, stars, mazes, and stories—while signing up for Summer Reading and decorating your sign-up prize. Discovery awaits!
Love to write? Whether you're brimming with ideas or need a creative spark, join fellow teens for fun writing challenges, storytelling games, and plenty of inspiration! Our group uses this time to experiment with new ideas and build writing skills in a supportive space. Spark creativity, explore new writing styles, and connect with other teen […]
Peer into the eyes of a dinosaur by creating your very own clay eye sculpture using cabochon gemstones and air-dry clay! Participants will be able to take their eye-catching creation […]
Budding Bookworms is a storytime for children ages 3 – 5 years old to enjoy with a caregiver! We’ll be reading books, singing, rhyming, and providing an opportunity for playtime with other children. Each storytime is based on the early literacy principles of Every Child Ready to Read: talk, sing, read, write, and play.
Bumblebee Bounce is a storytime for children ages 0 - 2 years old to enjoy with a caregiver! We will read a book, sing songs and rhymes, and more. Each storytime shares reading in a fun, social environment and is based on the early literacy principles of Every Child Ready to Read: talk, sing, read, […]
Every week, there's a new creative adventure at Terrific Tuesday! Each activity takes approximately 15-20 minutes to complete. Drop in any time during the program to participate!
Join us for an interactive program with songs, dancing, and instruments! Music and movement help your child practice motor and social skills, build independence, and increase language learning. This program is intended for children to enjoy with an adult caregiver. Please note, Jiggle & Jam can get noisy. Please feel free to bring any sensory […]
It's time to get your game on with Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros at the Loma Colorado Library! Mario Monday is the perfect place to make new friends and learn from other players. Players of all experience levels are welcome. No gaming equipment or prior experience necessary.
