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.

Device Drop-in Help

10:00am–11:00am
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
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Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet?  Stop by our Device Drop-In during this time to see if we can help! 

Speak English Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adult
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Speak English groups are fun English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills.

Each group meets once a week for two hours to practice English.

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
Registration Required
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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. 

 

Third Friday Friends of PPLD Book Group

10:30am–12:30pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Authors & Book Groups,
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A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!

The October book selection will be Fuzz by Mary Roach, the All Pikes Peak Reads adult title for 2025.

Natural Grocers: Feed Your Brain: Nutrition for Concentration & Focus

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: ,
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Do you or your child require a lot of brainpower throughout the day but find you're in need of some "focus pocus"? Come discover how nutrition and lifestyle tweaks can support your attention to help learning and cognition be as easy as pi(e).

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
Event Type: , Crafting, Making, & Recording, , , ,
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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!

Fountain Movie Matinee

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Games & Movies,
Registration Required
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Join us for our bi-monthly Movie Matinee that meets Fridays at 2:00 pm. Registration preferred. Walk-ins welcome. 

Movie Matinee

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , , Games & Movies
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Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee that meets on the third Friday of every month. No registration required.

3D Printer Badging and Modeling for Seniors: Level 1

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, , Science & Math
Registration Required
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Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! Learn your way around the Prusa 3D printers available in the PPLD makerspaces and find out how to create and print custom projects using Printables, a free online 3D design resource.

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.