Discover the creativity of local photographers at the Ruidoso Public Library’s “The Spirit of New Mexico” photography contest slideshow. The digital showcase features community-submitted images celebrating the beauty and character of New Mexico and will remain on display throughout the month of May near the library’s front desk.
Kick off the Ruidoso Public Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program with “Unearth a Story: Field Notebook Pickup Day” beginning May 27 at 9 AM. Kids can pick up their Summer Reading Program Field Notebooks filled with discovery challenges, earn dinosaur stamps, complete activities for prizes, and enter a grand prize raffle during the summer reading season.
Kick off the Ruidoso Public Library’s 2026 Summer Reading Program, Unearth a Story, during an all-day Opening Celebration on Wednesday, May 27 from 9 AM to 5 PM. Families can sign up for summer reading, pick up reading logs and event calendars, enjoy dinosaur-themed activities, games, snacks, prizes, and more.
The Ruidoso Public Library’s Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program runs May 27–June 24, 2026. Open to babies through age 18, participants can join age-based reading challenges, attend weekly programs, and enjoy special events. Four grand prizes will be awarded. Sign up online to get started.
Children visiting the Ruidoso Public Library during this year’s Summer Reading Program can search for hidden dinosaurs throughout the Children’s Area and adopt one to take home. Young readers are encouraged to name their new dinosaur friend and bring them along to Summer Reading programs and events throughout the season while supplies last.
Join the Ruidoso Public Library on May 28 at 3 PM for the Dino Jungle Escape Room. Solve puzzles, uncover clues, and race against the clock in this dinosaur-themed escape room adventure designed for kids and teens who love mysteries and teamwork.
Join the Ruidoso Public Library on May 29 from 10:00–11:30 AM for the LottaLove Farms Petting Zoo, part of the Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program. Families can meet friendly animals and enjoy a fun, interactive summer experience together.
Join children’s musician Andy Mason at the Ruidoso Public Library on June 3 at 11 AM for a lively morning of music, singing, and dancing during the Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program. Fun for kids and families.
Archaeologists at work! Join us on Thursday, June 4th, at 3 PM for a children's program where we will dig, discover, and excavate chocolate chips from your very own edible dig site while learning archaeology-inspired skills along the way! Open to all ages as part of the 2026 “Unearth a Story” Summer Reading Program.
Join the Ruidoso Public Library on June 10 at 10 AM for Rocky Mountain Puppets’ Sketchasaurus Rex, a fun dinosaur-themed puppet adventure featuring prehistoric chaos, comedy, and interactive storytelling for families and kids.
