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Elementary Program: Create Your Own Constellation Jars
Hey kids, join us on Sept. 12, 2024 @ 3:00PM for our next Elementary Program! We’re going to build some CONSTELLATION JARS! Twinkle, Twinkle Little Jars!
Hey kids, join us on Sept. 12, 2024 @ 3:00PM for our next Elementary Program! We’re going to build some CONSTELLATION JARS! Twinkle, Twinkle Little Jars!
The New Mexico National Guard Counterdrug Task Force will be at Ruidoso Public Library on Wednesday, September 18 to give a special presentation and set up an obstacle course for the youth of our community! There will be a presentation for ages 5-9 about medicine safety at 2 PM, and a presentation for ages 10+ about the dangers of vaping at 3:15 PM. Obstacle course to follow!
Join us at the Ruidoso Public Library for an enchanting evening with Tomas Vigil, featuring a blend of music and lecture. Delve into the rich history of Renaissance music with performances of Old World music.
Close out the summer with Rich Chorné's captivating guitar skills and charismatic presence. This concert is free and great for families. Don't forget to bring your chairs and a picnic for a wonderful evening under the stars. No tickets required. .Location: Stage behind the Ruidoso Library
Due to the ongoing risk of flooding, the Homeboyz concert, originally scheduled for August 1, has been rescheduled to August 22, 2024.
Enjoy the local talent of Homegrown Boyz at our Summer Music Series. This free concert is ideal for families. Bring chairs and a picnic, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. No tickets required..Location: Stage behind the Ruidoso Library
LottaLove Petting Zoo will be at the Library on Wednesday, August 7th, 2024 from 10-11:30 AM. LottaLove Petting Zoo is a mobile petting zoo from Capitan, bringing lots of animals (Dwarf Goats, Baby Goats, Baby Sheep, Chickens, Baby Bunnies, Mini Ponies) for the kids to interact with! We hope to see you there!
Join us at the Ruidoso Library on Wednesday, July 31st, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for our End of Summer Bash! Enjoy an afternoon filled with games, snacks, and great prizes. We’ll also reveal the winner of our Passport Challenge!
It’s the perfect way to wrap up the summer season. Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled event. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Come see The MoneyRakers live at our Summer Music Series. Enjoy this high-energy performance that’s sure to delight. Admission is free, and the event is family-friendly. Bring chairs and a picnic, and prepare for an unforgettable evening. No tickets required.Location: Stage behind the Ruidoso Library
Calling all Teens! Join us for the ESCAPE FROM THE LIBRARY – Escape Room Challenge on Wednesday- July 24th, from 1-4 PM and again on Thursday, July 25th, from 9 AM-1 PM. (Perfect for Ages 11+). Bring your friends; teams are encouraged! See which team can escape the fastest! Be ready for a challenge!
Calling all Teens! Join us for the ESCAPE FROM THE LIBRARY – Escape Room Challenge on Wednesday- July 24th, from 1-4 PM and again on Thursday, July 25th, from 9 AM-1 PM. (Perfect for Ages 11+). Bring your friends; teams are encouraged! See which team can escape the fastest! Be ready for a challenge!
Step back in time with the Old Time Radio Band at the Summer Music Series. This free, family-friendly concert is a perfect way to spend your evening. Bring your chairs and a picnic to enjoy nostalgic tunes under the stars. No tickets required. .Location: Stage behind the Ruidoso Library
Hey Ruidoso Kids! Join us at the Ruidoso Public Library from July 8th to 12th, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., to help us say a big THANK YOU to our local heroes! With provided art supplies, create notes and drawings to honor our firefighters, police, EMTs, village workers, and volunteers. Your artwork will be displayed on a THANK YOU BOARD to show our appreciation for their dedication and bravery. See you there!
The library will be open on Juneteenth (June 19th), so make sure to stop by for great reads, audiobooks and DVDs
Hey Kids, we rescheduled our Elementary Program to make DIY Hexbugs for July 18, 2024, at 3 PM. Make your Hexbugs and race them against your friends!
Don't miss Cactus Sol in our Summer Music Series. Experience an evening of soulful melodies that blend modern flair with classic vibes. This family-friendly concert is free. Bring your chairs and a picnic to enjoy a musical sunset. No tickets are required.Location: Stage behind the Ruidoso Library
Join us at the Library for a TEEN PROGRAM with Rockhound Keith Proctor on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at 3 p.m.
Adventure begins at your Library. Join us for a STORY HIKE on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at 10:00 AM. We’ll be outside, so make sure to wear sunscreen and bring a hat!
Join us for an enchanting evening with McKenzie as we kick off our Summer Music Series. This free concert is perfect for families. Bring your chairs and a picnic to enjoy under the open sky. No tickets are required. Location: Stage behind the Ruidoso Library
Adventure begins at your Library! Join us for an ELEMENTARY PROGRAM on Thursday, June 6, at 3 PM to make your own compass!
Join the Adventure at Ruidoso Public Library! Pick up your Passport to Adventure and embark on exciting challenges to win a prize! Complete the challenges to enter our raffle, with the winner announced at the Summer Reading Program Closing Ceremony on July 12th at 2:30 p.m. Hurry, supplies are limited—first come, first served!
Join the Ruidoso Public Library in raising awareness by committing to any activity, whether 30 minutes one day or something every day. Register online at https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USVHA/signup/32140, get your BIB, and STEP UP for PTSD awareness in June!
Roses are red, violets are blue, Ruidoso Public Library is celebrating Perennial Gardening Month, and you should too! Visit the library during June to find all the information you need to live life in full bloom! Pick out a FREE pack of vegetable seeds and participate in a painted rock garden project! We look forward to seeing you!
Adventure Begins at Your Library! Our summer reading program kicks off on June 3rd from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pick up the Reading Logs and Guidelines anytime! Participate in the Alphabet Book Hunt between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. We will also have a Raffle for Wibit and Swim passes every hour!
Celebrate National Inventions Month at Ruidoso Public Library! Explore inventors who shaped our world, discover patent resources, and join the Inventor Challenge for a chance to win prizes! Don't miss this opportunity to ignite your creativity and honor innovation!
Unravel a mystery at Ruidoso Public Library during May as we celebrate National Mystery Month! Check out our display featuring books, audiobooks, and DVDs that illuminate the mystery genre!
May is National Inventors Month! Come to the Ruidoso Public Library to celebrate some of the Inventors who have changed our world! Have an idea? Come check out some resources for getting a patent. Learn about inventors you know… and some you don’t! Take the INVENTOR CHALLENGE to win a prize!
Celebrate Children’s Day/Book Day with Ruidoso Public Library on April 27, 2024, at Wingfield Park from 11 AM to 3 PM. Bring chairs and hats for our 3rd annual event! Enjoy booths, sign-up for Summer Reading Programs, free activities, and a photo op with PETE THE CAT! Free family fun!
Join us on Thursday, April 18th, at 3 PM as we make Japanese accordion books for our April children's program. You could be one of the 20 lucky winners who will go home with a tote bag and project supplies to keep!
Come to the library on Wednesday, April 17th, at 3 pm to make a color print with us. Each participant will receive a tote bag with project supplies that will be yours to keep. Ages 11 - 18. This project was made possible by the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs!
Join us as we welcome special guest author Jodie Canfield for a children’s story and bilingual game on Thursday, April 11th at 3 PM. Children of all ages are welcome!
This is a great idea for our recycled material! The entry fee is free, and art must be 90% recycled materials. Entries must be turned in by April 8th-April 12th at the Public Library. Winners will be announced on April 12, 2024. Three categories: age 8 and under, ages 9-16, and age 17+. For more information, call 575-257-5030
Join us for this month’s elementary program on Thursday March 14th, at 3 PM with Special Guest Jodie Canfield who will read her book and lead us in a bilingual game!