Informal English language conversation groups for adults who speak some English (intermediate to advanced levels). Group meets once a week for two hours, no registration required, and no cost involved.
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, the Sand Creek 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.
Begin your Tai Chi journey HERE with the Basics. Class is 45 minutes long. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing. Everyone welcome. Learn from Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor.
Social group connecting people with resources, conversation, and support.
This program gives toddlers an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading. (For one and two-year olds and caregivers.) Approximately 20 minutes.
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.
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you're interested!
This program gives toddlers an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading. (For one and two-year olds and caregivers.) Approximately 20 minutes.
Program runs from 10:00 to 10:20 a.m. This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Welcome to paper crafting, card-making creativity time!
Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Registration is required.
All materials provided.
All seniors are welcome to share conversation and a cup of coffee in this casual discussion group.
45 minute class with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. For first-timers: You must take the Tai Chi Basics course.
A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.
Join us for a 20-minute babywearing dance program. For ages 6 weeks to as-old-as-you-can-WEAR your baby! Please bring a babywrap and water.
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.
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.
For ages 1-3 years old. No registration required.
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you’re interested!
1- and 2-year-old children, with a favorite adult, enjoy rhymes, music and movement, and a few short books.
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Young children, with a favorite adult, experience new stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, activities, and crafts.
Children ages 3-5, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, songs, and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with sounds, rhythm, and rhyme in a playful environment.
Stories and more for children ages 3 and up. Check your branch or the Children’s Department for Storytime themes.
Stay and play every Wednesday from 11a.m. to 12 p.m. immediately following Toddler Time in the Children's Area.
45 minute class with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. For first-timers: You must take the Tai Chi Basics course.
Round table discussion of helpful websites and Internet searching techniques. Visit as a guest for free. Members pay annual dues.
Aztec student meetings
45 minute class with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. For first-timers: You must take the Tai Chi Basics course.
Are you frustrated with your smartphone? Confused by the Internet? Come get your questions answered about your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.
Children's Services meeting
Bring a project to work on, share ideas, and socialize with fellow knitters and crocheters. This is NOT a class. No registration required.
Want a computer and device tutoring session beyond our computer classes? Your appointment can cover computer basics, devices (phones, tablets), ebooks, and more. Bring your laptop or device (with cables) or use our la
Meeting with the Gazette to discuss plans for 2020 advertising.
Back by popular demand, some of our most relieving spa programs. Join us to make a hand-scrub, bath bombs, and a soothing lavender spray.
Want a computer and device tutoring session beyond our computer classes? Your appointment can cover computer basics, devices (phones, tablets), ebooks, and more. Bring your laptop or device (with cables) or use our la
An all-ages knitting group that meets every Wednesday in the Study Room. Practice materials are provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own materials! Some instruction provided for those new to the world of knitting.
Practice reading aloud and improve your fluency by sharing a story with one of our loveable Paws to Read dogs!
Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs!
If you’re interested in other cultures and countries, this book club is for you. We will be exploring a multitude of places through the written word. We read mostly fiction books, but occasionally, we read a non-fiction story, as well.
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.
What fun and fancy creations can you make with a glue gun and some nail polish? Join us as we make hot glue jewels, charms, and other fun bits and bobs to bling out your backpack or decorate anything else you can think of! For ages 9 - 12.
Have the winter blues? Come and join adults and teens (age 12 and older) in the community for some ukulele playing.
Children practice reading and building fluency by reading to a Paws- to-Read dog.
Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read dogs!
Make battle machines and learn the basics of robotry with cubelets!
Snacks and socializing provided.
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 me for a creative, Vinyasa yoga flow that is approachable for all levels and ages. I am passionate about breathing, aligning and moving the body the way it's intended to move, with ease, grace and space.
Are you thinking about retiring in the next few years? Are you unsure about how health insurance and Medicare will affect you once you turn 65? Are you helping your parents navigate their Medicare coverage?
Informal English language conversation groups for adults who speak some English (intermediate to advanced levels). Group meets once a week for two hours, no registration required, and no cost involved.
Play D&D with other teens, led by volunteer Dragon Masters.
Join us for an hour-long gentle flowing practice, perfect for beginning yogis or those who have an established practice. The 2nd Wednesday of each month will be a Yin style practice.
***Registration for this class will begin January 6th at 9:00 a.m.***