For adults wanting to improve their workplace and every day English language skills. Classes provide instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Registration is required.
All Pikes Peak Library District locations will close at 4 p.m. on Tue., Dec. 31 and be closed on Wed., Jan. 1 in observance of New Year's Day.
All Pikes Peak Library District locations will be closed Tue., Dec. 24 and Wed., Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025.
During Open Hours MAKE @ East is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.
Join us for open-ended play! We’ll have fun toys to enhance your child’s early literacy learning. Meet new friends and have fun playing together.
Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story. For two and three-year-old children, with a favorite adult.
Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. Space is limited.
Programs for adults of all abilities. Join the GO TEAM therapy dogs to unwind after the holidays and kick off the new year! Please contact Lisa at 719-597-7070 for more information.
- Outstanding information needs from YAS/CS
- Appropriate text for inclusion on outreach bookmarks, Kayah sending to translation
- Plan for rolling out marketing plan to branches
- Timeline questions/concerns
A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.
Monday Morning Movie! Come join us for a movie! Refreshments will be provided. This month features Ava Duvernay's film Selma.
Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. Space is limited.
Yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners with local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman. Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. (Yoga blanket, yoga strap, and two yoga blocks recommended.)
During Open Hours, the SA Makerspace is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.
When the British passenger liner, Titanic, set sail on its maiden voyage on April 10, 1912, it was the largest, most luxurious ship in the world.
Adult crafter's meet to chat and work on an individual project
Meeting
Teens and Tweens - drop in to the library for something fun to do! We'll have a different activity available every week.
For ages 9-18
Beginning Class (Mon., Jan. 13, 2 to 4 p.m.):
Celebrate the Chinese New Year by creating a work of string art with this year's celebrated animal.
Your child can practice reading and build fluency by reading to a specially trained Paws to Read dog.
Meet this special dog in the Children's Area.
meeting to review HL applications
Craft a beautiful cardinal from a few strips of paper to make a delightful winter decoration. Designed for school-age kids, this come-and-go program takes place during open hours in the ERC on select Mondays.
Come stop by the ERC! Located on the upper floor of East Library. Call 531.6333 x1416 if you have any questions.
Title: Intro to Mindfulness and Meditation
Make your own Minecraft masterpiece or a magical modern memento! You will draw your own mosaic design, or copy an example, and fill it in with square stickers. For ages 9 - 12.
Is math homework getting you down? Are finals freaking you out? Do you need to brush up before the ACT, SAT, or GED? Our experienced math tutors can help you improve your grades and take the stress out of math.
Is math homework getting you down? Are finals freaking you out? Do you need to brush up before the ACT, SAT, or GED? Our experienced math tutors can help you improve your grades and take the stress out of math.
Children practice reading and building fluency by reading to a Paws-to-Read dog.
* To enroll into an ESL (English as a Second Language) class, you need to attend the mandatory orientation.
* Orientation will take TWO to THREE hours to complete. Not necessary to pre-register, just show up.
This class will help adults without a high school diploma prepare to take the GED, HiSET, or TASC high school equivalency exams. Registration is required. New students must attend GED/HiSET/TASC Orientation to register and take a placement test.
Join us for a 45 minute class with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. If considering this class please consult your physician prior to participation in this program.
Creative programming designed for adults. Learn to sew a basic stitch and make a small hand warmer with felt, rice, and lavender. Choose from heart, circle, or square shapes.
Registration Required. Ages 16+