Staff-O Meeting
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.
Meeting
Weekly meeting of the marketing team.
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.
PPLD Adult Education High School Equivalency (HSE) program offers free classes for adults. Using trained instructors, we will help students who need to obtain GED, HiSET, or TASC credentials, which are the alternative to a high school diploma.
Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story. For ages 2-3 accompanied by a favorite adult.
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to 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.
Poetry Heals brings therapeutic poetry writing to people living difficult lives. We will write together in groups and individually, sharing tools that are positive, effective, portable and affordable.
Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-min program consists of music and movement activities and a story. For ages 2-3 accompanied by a favorite adult.
Did you know that block play increases a child's language development? Drop in to build, balance, stack and crash with a variety of different blocks and other educational toys.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Creative programming designed for seniors and adults.
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.
These informal gatherings for seniors offer information sharing, networking, discussions and coffee.
All are welcome. No registration required.
Group badging class where you will learn how to use the Laser Cutter / Engraver.
Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! Join us for this special storytime involving music and movement, aimed at ages 2 and 3 years old.
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to 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.
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannel boards, puppets, songs and activities, followed by a small craft. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sound
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities.
Children ages three and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, songs and activities.
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 Taryn at ext. 6133 for more information.
Come stop by the ERC! Located on the upper floor of East Library. Call 531.6333 x1416 if you have any questions. Learn more at ppld.org/erc.
Speak English groups are informal English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills. Each group meets once a week for two hours. Classes are free and no registration is necessary.
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.
Homeschoolers will be introduced to the many variations of Japanese koi fish and their habitat, then create a 3-D koi, and paint it in realistically bright colors.
Are you frustrated with your smartphone? Confused by the Internet? Come get your questions answered about your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Join other intermediate to native speakers to practice your German conversation skills!
Please note this group is not the best fit for beginning speakers.
Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs!
Program under construction!
Check back soon :-)
Join us in the Teen Space where we will provide laptops for your use!
Ages 12-18 Only.
Snacks Provided!
Try some of these learn to draw handouts at home to get started on your new hobby as a budding artist!
Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.
Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs. All abilities welcome in this drop-in children's program.
Help choose and run library programs, events, and create displays for the teen area!
World famous doctor U. R. Dedd has been away from her office, and no one has been able to find her. One of her patients is terribly ill and only Dr. Dedd will be able to cure him.
Each Tuesday will feature something different for teens to enjoy including snacks, board and video games and crafts.
Have something you'd love to do for Teen Tuesday? Call or email Joe to see if your idea could be featured!
Celebrate Lewis Carroll's Birthday.......Follow us down the rabbit hole for this Alice in Wonderland-themed tea party! We'll be making compound butter to be served on snack that will accompany our tea. The craft will be a tea cup candle.
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.
Press "pause" on your hectic schedule during this gentle yoga class that encourages physical and mental rest and promotes a sense of inner peace.
PPLD Adult Education High School Equivalency (HSE) program offers free classes for adults. Using trained instructors, we will help students who need to obtain GED, HiSET, or TASC credentials, which are the alternative to a high school diploma.
Join us for conversation and fun, no registration required.
PPLD Teen Volunteers help children, grades K-5, with reading and other homework needs.
Play D&D with other teens, led by volunteer Dragon Masters. No experience is required. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/vms6qq3, call (719) 531-6333, or visit East Library or Library 21c.