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
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet?  Stop by our Device Drop-In during this time to see if we can help! 

Library 21c Fiber Arts Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Event Details:

​​Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more?

NorthStar Computer Series: Microsoft Word

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , , , Computers & Tech,
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Microsoft Word has become the most popular word processing program and is a basic component of the Microsoft Office suite of programs. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of Microsoft Word.

Speak English Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: ,
Event Details:

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.

Annual Homeschool Resource Fair

10:00am–1:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult, Family
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult, Family
Event Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

Are you a homeschool family or interested in getting started in homeschooling? Our annual Homeschool Resource Fair features a wide variety of local exhibitors offering educational and extracurricular opportunities for homeschooling families.

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! 

 

Device Drop-In Help

10:30am–11:30am
Adult
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 10:30am-11:30am, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Penrose Perk

11:00am–1:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

Enjoy a beverage and learn about Library resources. 

Device Drop-In Help

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Office
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 1:00-2:00pm, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

HTV Iron-Ons Designs with the Silhouette

2:00pm–5:00pm
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:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Studio software to create easy heat transfer designs. You will learn how to make your own tote bag!

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. 

 

Device Drop-in Help

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hour any time between 3 and 4 p.m. and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Beginner Guitar & Ukulele Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Studio916
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Performances & Presentations,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in learning basic chords and playing techniques? Come play and learn at Studio916, Sand Creek Library's free recording studio. 


No experience necessary, ages 9 and up. Registration required.