Take-down: State Election
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.
Weekly meeting of the marketing team.
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.
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 short books.
Summer Fun: Kids House of Joy (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Sing, shake, and shimmy into a completely new world with Kids House of Joy! This family band goes on a wild journey into eight countries using 10 instruments and your vivid imagination.
Get ahead of decorating for the 4th of July by making some patriotic decorations that can be put in your garden and/or hung on a wall! We will use popsicle sticks, paint, and other wooden bits to create our flag.
These informal gatherings for seniors offer information sharing, networking, discussions and coffee.
All are welcome. No registration required.
Laser Badging (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Group badging class where you will learn how to use the Laser Cutter / Engraver.
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 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: Imagine the Magic in You (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Enjoy a magical adventure with the Party People! Enter a world of mesmerizing magic, cackling comedy, and more. For ages 3-12.
Have you ever felt the fur of a pronghorn or seen a mountain lion skull? Celebrate our natural environment with a Trails, Open Spaces, and Parks (TOPS) technician learning about the wildlife inhabiting our diverse community.
During election days, storytime will be held
in the library, as community room will be used for voting.
Summer is here, and it is time for Big Kids and their siblings, to come and listen to slightly longer stories.
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!
Summer Fun: Kids House of Joy (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Sing, shake, and shimmy into a completely new world with Kids House of Joy! This family band goes on a wild journey into eight countries using 10 instruments and your vivid imagination.
Learn some of the basic principles of the programming language Python and begin to build your own interactive quiz! This is part one of a two video series.
Senior Lunch and a Movie Program (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
Bring a lunch, and enjoy a free film.
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.
Are you frustrated with your smartphone? Confused by the Internet? Come get your questions answered about your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.
Summer Adventure: Fairy Garden
Make II Open Hours at Library 21c (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
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.
Summer treats need to be cleaned up too! Make some citrus-inspired napkins using fruit to print onto cloth napkins.
Join us for a virtual book discussion.. Share what you have been reading and get recommendations from other readers. Also learn about PPLD’s resources to help you find your next great read! Use the link below to join the discussion.
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!
Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.
Discuss fantastical book excerpts while eating a tasty paired snack.
For ages 12-18.
Registration required.
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Summer Adventure Volunteer Appreciation Party (Cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic)
It's a party to thank our teen volunteers for your work so far this summer. More details to come.
Fountain Library Craft: 4th of July Garden Flag
Press "pause" on your hectic schedule during this gentle yoga class that encourages physical and mental rest and promotes a sense of inner peace.
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.