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.
Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class.
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.
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.
Summer Fun: The Emperor and the Nightingale (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Patti Smithsonian and her puppets enact a modern adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved fairytale, The Nightingale. When the old toy box opens, all the dolls, toys, and baby tyrannosaurus rex beg to be in the show. For ages 3 - 8.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Summer Adventure Kick-Off Party: Fairy Tale Festival (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Come one, come all!
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.
Summer Fun: Jodi Koplin’s Jigglejam (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Get ready to wiggle, jiggle, and giggle to Jodi's imaginative and interactive original music. This musical act covers a wide range of styles from rock and country to calypso and blues. For all ages.
Summer Fun: Stop the Bleed (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Stop the Bleed, a nationwide class presented by American Medical Response (AMR), will teach you to stop severe bleeding and potentially save a life.
Summer Fun: The Emperor and the Nightingale (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Patti Smithsonian and her puppets enact a modern adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved fairytale, The Nightingale. When the old toy box opens, all the dolls, toys, and baby tyrannosaurus rex beg to be in the show. For ages 3 - 8.
Children’s staff from around the district lead a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) based project for kids ages 5 - 12. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!
Lembas Bread: One bite will satisfy a man for a day! Learn how to make your own Elvish bread from the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. Join us every Thursday for a new recipe.
Grab your favorite beverage and join us for a virtual current events discussion moderated by PPLD staff. Topics of discussion can range from current events to pop culture to gardening to a favorite book you are reading.
Regular meeting to plan advertising efforts
If you have reached the end of your watch list or reading list and need a few new recommendations, join us on Facebook Mondays and Thursdays for some real-t
Explore art techniques including painting and drawing for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided by the Friends of the Rockrimmon Library.
Ages 18+. Registration required for this free program.
Summer Afternoon Fun: Jodi Koplin's Jigglejam (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Jodi Koplin’s Jigglejam
Get ready to wiggle, jiggle, and giggle to Jodi's imaginative and interactive original music. This musical act covers a wide range of styles from rock and country to calypso and blues.
For all ages.
(Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)Make II Open Hours at Library 21c
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.
Some of the fantastical beasts from the popular books and movies are real life creatures! During this interesting program, we will introduce you to some of the animals featured in the stories.
If you and your canine best friend are missing the dog park, stop by our Yappy Hour to virtually connect with other dogs and their humans!
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!
Afternoon Hangout: Exploring Petroglyphs (STEM) (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Explore petroglyphs in this archeology program, starting with a book and followed by several petroglyph activities: sandpaper petroglyphs, playdough petroglyphs, and Tairo petroglyphs. For ages 5-12.
KidsMAKE: Paint the Rainbow (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Kids learn how to bend light into a rainbow then paint a colorful masterpiece. For ages 5 – 12.
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So you want to start a podcast! Join us and learn to create your very own podcast. From concept to launch, you will learn everything you need to know to start your very own podcast.
In this class, you will learn how to create, manipulate, and format a basic spreadsheet in Excel 2010.
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.
LASER CUTTER/ENGRAVER BADGING CLASS (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
In this badging class, learn how to use PPLD’s laser cutter / engraver machines.
Tween Twist Thursday: Fantastical Candy Sushi (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Let your imagination run wild as you make yummy candy sushi using Rice Krispy treats and a variety of candy. Tween Twist Thursday is for children 9-12 years old.
*Drop In Watercolor is momentarily paused, and we look forward to hosting it in Spring 2020.*
Let’s geek out! Join our Penrose team each week to discuss your favorite genres/topics in pop culture. Each week we will discuss a different topic. On June 4th, we will be discussing LGBT representation in pop culture!