All Pikes Peak Library District locations will close at 6 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 27 and will be closed on Thu., Nov. 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.  The eLibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

Rockrimmon Library will close on Sun., Dec. 1.

Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

Juan Morales is a Colorado Poet who teaches at Colorado State University at Pueblo. He is offering a workshop on Poetry of the Witness and Activist Poetry. Register and join us for a wonderful class!

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Paws to Read

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Corner
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs!

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Laser Badging

10:00am - 12:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

In this 2 hour group badging class, learn how to use PPLD’s laser cutter / engraver machines.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Adult Education Tutoring

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

PPLD Adult Education Tutoring. 

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

MAKE @ East Open Hours

10:00am - 1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Type: Adults, Makerspace, Teen
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Young children, with a favorite adult, experience new stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, activities, and crafts. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.

Saturday Fun

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

A children’s librarian will lead a “Baby/Toddler Time” program that focuses on songs and rhymes. Can’t make it live? You can always view the videos whenever it’s convenient for you.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.

Baby Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Paws to Read

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

 Come to this special storytime, enjoy doggy themed stories, crafts, and practice reading with our furry friend Luna.  

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Lego Build

10:30am - 12:30pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, Tweens
Event Details:

LEGO enthusiasts of all ages! Join us for our monthly LEGO Build! We’ll provide the LEGOs, you bring the creativity! Open to everyone. Please do not bring your own LEGOs (However, donations are gladly accepted!).

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "All" group.

Drop In Saturday: Card Castle InterLibrary Competition

11:00am - 3:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family, All
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Adult Reading Area
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family, All
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Drop In Saturday: Card Castle InterLibrary Competition 

Lets see which library can build the tallest castle! Winner will have the most countable levels. Drop in anytime and help us build the tallest card castle in the district!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Adult Drop-In: Sensory Table

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

Explore your senses! Check out items with a unique texture or feel, a pleasant smell, or that make noise. Take home a handout on how to make a sensory bottle to have on the go!

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

ERC Open Hours Noon - 4 p.m.

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, ERC (Educational Resource Center), Family Library Programs
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Movie: TBA

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Movie, Teen
Event Details:

Join us for to watch a free film! Snacks provided. Ages 12-18. Some titles shown may be PG-13.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Make II Open Hours at Library 21c

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

During Open Hours, Make II is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Are you interested in getting volunteer hours? Do you like being able to set your own schedule and come up with your own plans? Stop by this meeting to learn more about (and maybe sign up for!) Teen Advisory Board (TAB).

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Tumble Play

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Children under 5 years old are invited to a free tumble mat play session in the Children’s Department. Caregivers must be present during session. No registration necessary.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

TAB (Teen Advisory Board)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Tween 9-12, Teen
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Volunteer at Cheyenne Mountain Library's TAB (Teen Advisory Board)! First Saturdays at 2PM. Work to improve the library experience for teens by providing opinions and ideas!

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Maker in Residence: Textile Art

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen, Adult, Senior
Required
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Class, Makerspace and Studios, Maker/Artist in Residence, Seniors, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

When you think of your community, what comes to mind? Learn how to create a fabric collage that celebrates the beauty of our Pikes Peak region. Attendees will create two collages - one for the community art installation, and one to take home!

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.

Stay & Play

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Calhan Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Tweens
Event Details:

Musicians from the Chamber Orchestra of the Springs will present The Tortoise and the Hare and the Big Red Barn accompanied by classical favorites. Afterward, children can enjoy an exploration session with a variety of musical instrument