Library laptops are available for use in our downstairs meeting room. Library staff will be on hand either to assist with personal projects from job skills to Microsoft Office products, or provide practice materials on computer basics.
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.
PPLD customer service training
Learn the uniquely Chinese dance-like Jian (straight sword) and DaoI (broadsword) forms. The Jian sword form is fairly meditative, while the Daol sword form is quite energetic.
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.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation help to anyone, and if you’re 50 and older and can’t afford a tax preparation service we were made especially for you.
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you're interested!
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.
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.
Rescheduled for snow day
For parents/caregivers and children 1-3 years old.
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you’re interested!
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, 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.
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.
Bi-Weekly check-in to make sure the marketing team is on track for Summer Adventure deliverables
PPLD Adult Education Tutor
PPLD Adult Education Tutor
No school today - No Afterschool Adventures
Winter Adult Reading Program
Create your favorite constellation using embroidery floss and some basic stitches. You will leave knowing some new skills and a piece of art.
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.
Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs!
Children attending this engineering and design program will use a bag of materials to complete a mystery challenge. They'll test their ingenuity and be challenged to use the engineering design process. Designed for ages 7 - 12.
Join us after school to experiment with art and science!
Your child will learn all about sound and then make their very own kazoo, harmonica, and lid banjo. For ages 5 - 12.
Join us each month to discuss your favorite genres/topics in pop culture. Each month we will discuss a new topic! Snacks, games and prizes will be provided.
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.
A space to come after school where you can hangout, play, create, or even study! Light after school snacks provided. Occurs every Thursday! Ages 8-12.
Join us to learn the basics of 3D modeling in TinkerCAD and use those skills to create a personalized luggage tag or key chain. You will leave with the file and a coupon to print it for free at any Makerspace in the library district. Ages 9-15.
In this class, you will learn how to create, manipulate, and format a basic spreadsheet in Excel 2010.
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?
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.
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.
Learn the basics of hand sewing and make your very own mini pillow decorated with a snowflake! For ages 9 - 12. Registration required.
*Drop In Watercolor is momentarily paused, and we look forward to hosting it in Spring 2020.*
The Mystery Lovers Book Group at Library 21c meets the 3rd Thursday January-November in B4 (New Room for 2020.) In December, we meet on the 2nd Thursday, December 10.
Join us! Drop ins welcome.