This adult book group meets the first Friday of every month at 9:00 a.m. Please call the Palmer Lake Library for the current book title.
Ruth Holley Library will be temporarily closed for approximately one week starting Mon., Dec. 2 to complete roof repairs.
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.
Rockrimmon Library will close on Sun., Dec. 1.
Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Cinthia Frame from Colorado Springs Music Lingua in a unique program that teaches Spanish to children ages 8 and under using a fun mix of music, movement, art, drama, and storytelling.
Are you frustrated with your smartphone? Confused by the Internet? Come get your questions answered about your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.
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.
Create Together: Spring Maker in Residence (Cancelled due to COVID 19)
When you think of your community, what comes to mind?
Sand Creek Makerspace Open Hours (Cancelled due to COVID 19)
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.
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
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.
A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Storytimes at the library introduce children ages 3 through 7 to picture books, flannel board stories, finger plays, music, art, poetry, film, and puppetry.
No registration required for this free event.
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.
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.
Ages 0-5 with caring adult
PPLD Adult Education Tutoring.
Learn Qi Gong with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. No experience necessary. Everyone welcome. philipselva@yahoo.com
45 minute class with Certified Tai Chi Instructor Philip Selva. philipselva@yahoo.com
Please consult your physician prior to participation in this program.
Homeschool @ East: Berthe Morisot Spring Bouquets (Cancelled due to COVID 19)
Homeschoolers will be introduced to the still life works of French Impressionist Berthe Morisot, then create a colorful inspired bouquet of their own.
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.
10 week LENA Start parent session in partnership with CPCD.
Help with library programs, events, and decorate the Teen Space at Penrose! Teen Volunteer applications required. Ages 12-18 only.
Join us for a film discussion every Friday at 4pm! Each week we will feature 5 different film selections from Kanopy. You will have all week to watch the film, then join us for the discussion Fridays at 4pm.
Join us for a film discussion every Friday at 4pm! Each week we will feature 5 different film selections from our streaming services. You will have all week to watch the film, then join us for the discussion Fridays at 4pm.
Finally Friday: Teen Twist Dragon Eggs (Cancelled due to COVID 19)
Join us for an after school adventure! You provide the imagination, we provide the supplies. Something new every week! Make your very own jeweled dragon egg with push pins and Styrofoam. Keep them warm and they just might hatch! Ages 7-12.
Friday night is movie night! Join PPLD on Fridays for weekly movie discussions. Each week we will feature several movies from PPLD’s streaming movie service, Kanopy, then host curated discussions about the selected movies.
Children may practice reading skills by reading to a Canine Good Citizen certified dog.
Join us for a film discussion every Friday at 4pm! Each week we will feature 5 different film selections from Kanopy and Hoopla. You will have all week to watch the film, then join us for the discussion Fridays at 4pm.
Join us for a film discussion every Friday at 4pm! Each week we will feature 5 different film selections from Kanopy. You will have all week to watch the film, then join us for the discussion Fridays at 4pm.
Love playing board games? Want to try out new games each month and meet other teens interested in board games? Come to the Teen TableTop Gaming at Library 21c.
Learn how to do water marbling with spray paint and create beautiful marbled flowers.
For ages 12-18. Registration is required
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First Friday of every month, April-December. Join us for light refreshments, and to view the art on display in our meeting room and display case. Then embark on the First Friday Art Walk through the rest of Old Colorado City.