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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.
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.
Join this lively group of hand crafters to share ideas, socialize, and, of course, work on a project!
Sand Creek Makerspace Open Hours (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
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.
EARLY LITERACY: I GOT RHYTHM! (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Children beat out rhythms using rhythm sticks using their imagination for this interactive 30-minute program. For ages 0 - 5.
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Early Literacy: Up, Up, and Away: Parachute Play! (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Using a parachute, children engage in songs, rhymes, and games in this interactive 30-minute program. For ages 0 - 5, with caring adult.
Summer Fun Program: Meet the Goats! (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
ALL OLD COLORADO CITY LIBRARY SUMMER FUN EVENTS TAKE PLACE AT THE WESTSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, 1628 W Bijou St. Colorado Springs, CO 80904.
Summer Fun: Wacky Waterworks (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Capture a cloud, make snow in the summer, take a vapor shower, a pipeline race, and make dirty water clean with Colorado Springs Utilities’ wacky water conservation worker. For ages 5 - 12.
Children’s staff from around the district host a sing-along and read a children’s book. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!
Learn how to construct a simple machine out of paper and cardboard that will make a figure spin or go up and down with the use of cranks and cams. Linking two or more systems together is even more fun! For tweens and teens, ages 9 - 18.
Learn how to use the makerspace’s wood-burning multitools to design and create a custom wood-burning design. All materials provided.
Notes:
Bring your child ages 2-5 for a special art project!
Learn Qi Gong with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. No experience necessary. Everyone welcome. philipselva@yahoo.com
Are you a fan of fighting evil by moonlight? Then this is the craft for you! With only a few simple supplies, all available at your local craft store, you too can complete your Sailor Scout Look.
45 minute class with Certified Tai Chi Instructor Philip Selva. philipselva@yahoo.com
Please consult your physician prior to participation in this program.
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.
Dare to venture on a fantastic journey of imagination with Puppet Tales as you meet silly puppet characters and witness amazing magical illusions. For ages 3 - 12.
Summer Fun: Cretaceous Creatures (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Join the Dinosaur Resource Center to learn about dinosaurs and other flying and marine reptiles. Touch claws, teeth, and skulls of these marvelous animals. For ages 5-12.
All Ages Interactive Movie: Little Shop of Horrors (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Don’t feed the plants! But do come to an interactive viewing of the 80’s horror comedy movie Little Shop of Horrors. Surprise goodie bags and scripts will be provided so everyone can play along.
Rated PG-13
Join us for an after school adventure! You provide the imagination, we provide the supplies. Something new every week! Ages 7-12.
Children may practice reading skills by reading to a Canine Good Citizen certified dog.
Play laser tag at the library! All Westside teens are welcome to take part in this AFTER HOURS event at the Old Colorado City Library, 2418 W. Pikes Peak Avenue, as you roam the aisles shooting members of the opposing team.