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.

Homeschool: Marvelous Morse Code

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: , Homeschool, ,
Event Details:

Learn how telegraphs were used to send messages across long distances when Colorado became a state 150 years ago. Then make your own flashlight to send messages using Morse code! Ages 5 – 12.

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! 

 

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Library Branch: Monument Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with our of our lovable volunteer Paws to Read Therapy dogs.

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: Crack the Code!

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type:
Event Details:

Unlock the mystery of secret messages! In this program, learn how codes and ciphers have been used throughout history and create your own secret messages.

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

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! 

 

Beyond the Basics: Laser Club​

4:00pm–6:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you taken our first Inkscape class but want to learn more about using it with the laser cutter? Join us at Sand Creek every other month to learn more of the many basic features of Inkscape. Ages 9 and up.

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.  

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.