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  • Pre-K Story Hour: It’s Not Easy Being No. 3

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

    The is theme is 3rd Time's The Charm featuring the book:  It's Not Easy Being Number Three by Drew Dernavich.  Find out what happens when Number 3 gets bored and […]

  • Bird Migration in New Mexico a Talk with Dr. Laura Banks

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

    Join the Bird Alliance of Central New Mexico and the Jardineros Birding Buddies at the Placitas Community Library for a presentation on how birds migrate, where you can safely observe […]

  • Celebrate Poetry Month with poet Larry Goodell

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

    In celebration of April as National Poetry Month, Placitas poet Larry Goodell will read and perform his work.

  • Spring Fling Sale: Plants, Books, and Baked Goods!

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

    PLANT SALE --Donated by local nurseries and the Jardineros Plant Whisperers. A master gardener will be here to answer questions, too!

  • Pre-K Story Hour: Dinosaur Fun!

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

    At the May Pre-K story hour, there will be stories and activities centered around Dinosaurs. Dinosaurs will be one of many things we study this summer during our summer reading […]

  • Summer Reading Program Kick-off: Unearth a Story

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

    We officially start our summer reading program, UNEARTH A STORY with a special visit from archaeologist, Ziggy Prothro from the NM Office of Archaeology.  She is bringing an interactive mini […]

  • Placitas Star Party and Talk

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

    The Albuquerque Astronomical Society’s (TAAS) own Star Master will teach us about the stars and planets on view. After the talk, the sky will be dark viewing via telescope will […]

  • An Afternoon of Mystery with Ron Franscell & Anne Hillerman

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

    Placitas Library will host two of the Southwest’s most celebrated crime writers Ron Franscell and Anne Hillerman, who will come together for an intimate ‘fireside’ chat centered on Ron’s gripping […]

  • Summer Reading Program: Laura McCann and her birds!

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

    Join Laura, a New Mexico wildlife rehabilitator and teacher, along with 3 raptors native to NM, a hawk, and owl, and a turkey vulture.

  • Change the World One Book at a Time with Nina Amir

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

    Join Nina Amir, author of Change the World One Book at a Time:  Make a Positive and Meaningful Difference with Your Words, as she presents three fundamental steps to take […]

  • Pre-K Story Hour: Hats!

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

    The Children's Committee invites preschoolers to our August story time. Wear your favorite hat and join us for a fun story time featuring the books:  Very Good Hats by Emma […]

  • PCL Concert and Fundraiser

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

    Come to our Concert and Fundraiser featuring James Bell, Dennis Bumgarner, and  Ann Rudolph. Refreshments provided with your $20 donation.

    $20

  • Pre-K Story Hour: Eat Well, Read Well!

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

    Do you eat your fruits and vegetables?  Do you like to read good books?  You will hear 3 good books:  Eating the Alphabet and Growing Vegetable Soup by Lois Ehlert […]

  • Movie Screening: The Librarians Documentary

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

    Join PCL on September 12th at 2:00pm for a free screening of the award winning documentary The Librarians by Academy Award nominee and Peabody winner Kim A. Snyder. This is […]

  • Financial Literacy–Dealing with Scams

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

    The Placitas Community Library in partnership with AltaLune’s financial advisers Kelley and Ric Tredwin will run four programs September thru December to help attendees increase their knowledge and comfort with […]

  • Jules Poetry Playhouse at the Library

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

    Jules and John live in Placitas and are excited to share poems from their assortment of award-winning books, along with new work. Themes such as the New Mexico landscape, road […]

  • Geology Fest!

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

    Do you like to collect rocks?  Well, this program is for you!  We have lots of beautiful and interesting rocks in Placitas and many talented and dedicated geologists.  This group, […]

  • November 2026 – “The Committee gets Artsy”

    For many years, the Placitas Community Library’s Art Committee has proudly showcased the work of talented artists from our community and surrounding areas. This time, with only a brief 10-day […]

  • December 2026: “The Language of Turquoise”

    Step into a world awash in the tranquil yet vibrant hues of turquoise. This exhibition delves into the profound significance and universal appeal of this captivating color, exploring its journey […]