• Virtual Explora Science Program: “Nature Up Close”

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    "Nature Up Close" Insects! Arachnids! Myriapods! Oh My! What can you discover when you look up close and study? You will build the best shelter for a bee or butterfly. This program is free for all, courtesy of the Explora Children's Science Museum and the library. You do not need to be a library patron […]

  • 2021 Virtual Summer Reading Program: “Tails and Tales”

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

      The Placitas Library is inviting all communities to participate in our summer reading program, “Tails and Tales." The virtual programs start at 10 a.m. on Saturday mornings.  There are three live programs that allow you to interact with the performers and ask questions.  Also, there are two recorded programs you may watch as well.  […]

  • 2021 Virtual Summer Reading Program: Didgeridoo Down Under (live)

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    With storyteller, Rob Thomas, “Tails and Tales from Australia” The DDU Show is a high-energy, Australia-themed show that combines music, culture, comedy, storytelling and audience movement/participation.  The didgeridoo has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500 years and is known for its otherworldly sound. But DDU is much more than music. It’s interactive, […]

  • 2021 Virtual Summer Reading Program: Tricky Dogs with Rick Martin

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    We will begin with a 15-minute live segment where you can ask Rick questions and introduce your pet. Your pet does not have to be a dog.  Cats, birds, lizards, and all others are welcome. Be sure to be on time at 10:00 AM so you can introduce your special friend to Rick. The recorded […]

  • 2021 Virtual Summer Reading Program: Live magic show with Evan Paquette

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    For the first 30 minutes, Evan will help you read the mind of a cuddly stuffed teddy bear, learn amazing animal facts, be delighted by a disappearing bookworm and much more! For the next 15 minutes, you will be invited to a V.I.P. Magic Class. Everyone goes behind the scenes to take the Magician’s Oath, […]

  • Matt Sandbank’s Shadow Factory

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    Shadow Camp Live with Matt Sandbank is a cross-curricular virtual puppetry program designed for elementary-aged audiences. It features an interactive show where you will be able to make puppets, watch Matt perform with his shadow puppets and ask him questions. Here is a list of supplies that you can gather prior to Matt's program: Here […]

  • Reptile Discovery with Bruce Shwedick

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    Meet the world's most fascinating family of animals in a live program presented by Bruce Shwedick.  Since 1974,  Bruce has shared his fascination and knowledge of reptiles with audiences of all ages in libraries and schools across the country. He combines an ability to communicate with a skillful and gentle approach for an unforgettable look […]

  • Halloween Madness at the Placitas Library!

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    Halloween ghosts, pumpkins, witches, monsters, and skeletons are coming to the Placitas Library on Saturday, October 30 from 10-4 and on Sunday, the 31st from 1-3. They need your help! There will be 10 activities they need to complete but can't do it without your assistance.  Will you come to the library to help them? […]

  • Halloween Madness at the Placitas Library!

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    Halloween ghosts, pumpkins, witches, monsters, and skeletons are coming to the Placitas Library on Saturday, October 30 from 10-4 and on Sunday, the 31st from 1-3. They need your help! There will be 10 activities they need to complete but can't do it without your assistance.  Will you come to the library to help them? […]

  • Holiday Happiness Family Event

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    Grab a cozy sweater and stop by the library! We’ll have a holiday craft and treat bag for each family! First come, first served, starting at 10 a.m.. Plus, throughout the month of December, come explore our holiday-themed books available for check-out, as well as additional activities and crafts for your children that celebrate Kwanzaa, […]

  • Love, Kindness, Friendship, and Books Children’s Activities

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    Join on Saturday, February 11 from 1-3 to celebrate Love, Kindness, Friendship, and Books at the Placitas Community Library.  This program is for families and elementary school children, 6-10.  Younger ones are welcome too and will have their own Pre-K program on Tuesday, February 14 from 10-12 at the library.  Ages 2-5.

  • Pre-K Story Hour Valentine’s Day!

    Placitas Community Library 453 HWY 165, Placitas, NM, United States

    Tuesday, February 14 from 10-12 at the library. This program is for families and Pre-K ages 2-5.