Pikes Peak Library District is closed Fri., Jan. 16, for staff development and Mon., Jan. 19, to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. The eLibrary, as well as other online services and resources, will still be available.

Spooky Stroll-a-Story in OCC

All Day
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Senior, Family
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Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Senior, Family
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Take a spooky stroll in Old Colorado City and read "The Baddies" by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Find a page at each location featured on the map, and head inside- there will be a special treat waiting for you (stor

Laser Badging and Design Level 1

10:00am–1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Science & Math
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Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut on 1/8" wood pieces. No previous experience required.

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors (en español) to use the makerspaces. You are encouraged to submit this at the class so that we have it on file. You must be at least 9 years of age to be in the makerspaces or to attend this class. Children under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Creative space badges: Your completed badges will be added to your library card. If you don’t have a library card, you can sign up online or in person at any Library location. Join us and start making today!

Software notice: This program uses third party software. PPLD is not affiliated with the company that owns it and is not responsible for its content. 

 

Idea Lab: Fairy Tale Science

10:30am–11:15am
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Mobile Library Services
Room: Mobile Libraries
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
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Can you build a house that will survive the Big Bad Wolf’s huffing and puffing? Come to this hands-on Three Little Pigs challenge to find out.  

For ages 5-12

Homeschool Science: Super Cold Science

1:00pm–2:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Homeschool
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Enjoy really cool demonstrations of one of the coldest materials you will ever feel. After, we will use the same material to make a cold treat! Presented by Cool Science. Ages 5 and up. No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

Drop-in Watercolor Painting

2:00pm–4:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
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Come to Old Colorado City Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushes, paint, and paper; just bring yourself!

Tween: Fall Sensory Bottles

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tween 9-12
Registration Required
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Engage your senses this season by creating a themed sensory bottle. In this hands-on activity, tweens will create a seasonal sensory bottle capturing soothing sights, colors, and movements in a mesmerizing display.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

Tween: Nature Wands

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tween 9-12
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording,
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Turn nature into art by designing a handcrafted nature wand! Young artists will weave, wrap, and decorate their project using a variety of natural and man-made materials.  

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit!