Weekly meeting of the marketing team.
Manitou Springs Library will be temporarily closed starting Fri., Nov. 1 to prepare for its move to its newly renovated Carnegie Library building which will open in early 2025.
Come learn how to use WestlawNext, a legal research database available at Penrose Library.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
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.
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
Summer Fun: Sound Ideas from Around the World (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
What is a didgeridoo? Experience a world of music with Michael Smallwood in this interactive and hilarious program about unique musical instruments from around the globe. For ages 3-12.
This meeting likely won’t be a full hour every time, but let’s establish some time for us all to chat about Discovery and its progress.
These informal gatherings for seniors offer information sharing, networking, discussions and coffee.
All are welcome. No registration required.
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.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few sho
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Capture a cloud, make snow in the summer, take a vapor shower, have a pipeline race, and make dirty water clean with Colorado Springs Utilities wacky water conservation worker. For ages 5-12.
Meet Cathy’s Critters and get very close to a variety of animals, including sugar gliders, hedgehogs, snakes, and reptiles! Add to the fun by making your own unique animal craft. For ages 3 - 12.
Children’s staff from around the district lead an art or make project for kids ages 5 - 12. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!
Programs for adults of all abilities
Summer Fun: Sound Ideas from Around the World (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
What is a didgeridoo? Experience a world of music with Michael Smallwood in this interactive and hilarious program about unique musical instruments from around the globe. For ages 3-12.
Model a 3D-printed "safety key" in TinkerCAD based on Muthu Vellayappan's designs.
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 adult group discusses all kinds of subjects such as philosophy, religions, politics, morality, and the common threads among humanity. All are welcome to attend this well-moderated and thought-provoking group.
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.
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Experience open-ended, creative exploration of art away from home, encouraging children to get messy and focus on the process of creation rather than the final product.
Makerspace Summer Open House (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Celebrate summer with PPLD’s makerspaces! You’re invited to stop by, sip some lemonade, and gather inspiration for your next project. We’ll have a summery craft, tech toys, and a 3D printing demonstration. Don’t miss it!
Summer Adventure: Play laser tag at the Library! Or Outside the Library! Fountain Library will be hosting this event on the nature trail behind the library. Please wear closed toe shoes and dress appropriately.
Make II Open Hours at Library 21c (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
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.
Join us for a virtual book discussion.. Share what you have been reading and get recommendations from other readers.
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!
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.
Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.
Make simple recipes inspired by classic fairy tales and mythologies from around the world.
For ages 12-18.
A food waiver and registration are required.
Join us for a free yoga class. Certified instructors will take you through a non-heated Vinyasa yoga flow class emphasizing basic poses, correct alignment, and breathing techniques.
Teen volunteers help children in grades K-5 with reading.
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.
Paint a kraken and enjoy summer themed mocktails! No prior painting experience required and all supplies will be provided. For ages 18+. #18andup #SummerMake #ImagineYourStory #SummerAdventure