Pikes Peak Library District will close on Wed., Dec. 24, and Thu., Dec. 25, in observance of the Christmas holiday. The eLibrary, as well as other online services and resources, will still be available.

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ABE Class

9:00am–11:30am
Adult
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

This class will help adults without a high school diploma prepare to take the GED, HiSET, or TASC high school equivalency exams. Registration is required. New students must attend GED/HiSET/TASC Orientation to register and take a placement test.

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CONNECT Group

9:15am–10:15am
Adult
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

Social group connecting people with resources, conversation, and support.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Summer Fun: Farmer Minor and Daisy

9:30am–10:30am
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

It’s summertime! Sit back, relax, and meet Daisy the pig. Yes, a real pig! Farmer Minor’s tales about his favorite porcine friend are sure to make you laugh. For all ages.

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This event is in the "Family" group

Toddler Time

10:00am–10:15am
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

#summeradventure #earlyliteracy #toddlers

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ESL WRITING GROUP

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

ESL students who wish to improve their writing skills need to have a basic understanding of grammar structure, tense usage, vocabulary, and how to commit thought processes and ideas onto paper.

Interested?

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This event is in the "Senior" group

Senior Chats

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

All seniors are welcome to share conversation and a cup of coffee in this casual discussion group.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Book Break

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

1- and 2-year-old children, with a favorite adult, enjoy rhymes, music and movement, and a few short books.

 

#summeradventure #earlyliteracy #toddlers

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Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

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This event is in the "Family" group

Fairytale Ball

10:30am–11:30am
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Your princess and prince will love our Fairytale Ball consisting of music and movement activities. Costumes are welcome at this 30-minute program! For ages 0 - 5.

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Mammals of Castlewood Canyon

10:30am–11:30am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Palmer Lake Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Susan Permut, volunteer naturalist at Castlewood Canyon State Park, presents a hands-on program about mammals found on the eastern plains of Colorado: where they live, what they eat and how to look for them.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Summer Fun: Farmer Minor and Daisy

10:30am–11:30am
Kids 0-5, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

It’s summertime! Sit back, relax, and meet Daisy the pig. Yes, a real pig! Farmer Minor’s tales about his favorite porcine friend are sure to make you laugh. For all ages.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Virtual Storytime for Kids

10:30am–11:30am
Kids 0-5
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids, Class
Event Details:

Children’s Staff from around the district will invite you to join in a sing-along and then read a children’s book. Videos are not live, so you can always view the videos whenever it’s convenient for you.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Stay and Play

11:00am–11:30am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

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.

For ages 1-3 years old. No registration required.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Teens Gaming: Animal Crossing Meets Art History

11:00am–12:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Animal Crossing's Art Museum is open! Take a look at a completed museum and learn a bit about some of the landmark pieces in the collection.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Virtual Mindful Movement and Meditation

1:00pm–1:30pm
Adult
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join instructor Ambrie Sward for this virtual mindful movement class that will include meditation and stretches to build the mind/body connection.  All skill levels welcome.  Zoom link will be emailed to particip

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This event is in the "Senior" group

Computer & Device Help

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Bay Area
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

Are you frustrated with your smartphone? Confused by the Internet? Come get your questions answered about your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Summer Fun: Kira the Butterfly

2:00pm–2:30pm
Kids 0-5, Family
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Denise Gard and Kira, her new Border Collie puppy, present Kira the Butterfly, a story sure to make you bark, leap, and beg for more! For all ages.

 

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This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group

KidsMAKE: Build a Zoo

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Registration Required
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a mini zoo to take home and enjoy all summer. For ages 5 - 12. If you are bringing a group of 10 or more, please contact us at 719-531-6333 x1416 so we can adequately prepare.

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ABE CLASS

2:00pm–4:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

This class will help adults without a high school diploma prepare to take the GED, HiSET, or TASC high school equivalency exams. Registration is required. New students must attend GED/HiSET/TASC Orientation to register and take a placement test.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Make II Open Hours at Library 21c

2:00pm–6:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

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.

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This event is in the "All" group

All-Ages Knitting Group

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adult, All
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: All-Ages Knitting Group
Age Group: Adult, All
Event Type: Adults, Intergenerational
Event Details:

An all-ages knitting group that meets every Wednesday in the Study Room. Practice materials are provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own materials! Some instruction provided for those new to the world of knitting.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Children practice reading and building fluency by reading to a Paws- to-Read dog.

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This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids, Tweens
Event Details:

Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read dogs!

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Medicare 101

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adult, Senior
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you thinking about retiring in the next few years? Are you unsure about how health insurance and Medicare will affect you once you turn 65? Are you helping your parents navigate their Medicare coverage?

This event is in the "Adult" group

ABE class

5:30pm–8:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

This class will help adults without a high school diploma prepare to take the GED, HiSET, or TASC high school equivalency exams. Registration is required. New students must attend GED/HiSET/TASC Orientation to register and take a placement test.

This event is in the "Adult" group

SPEAK ENGLISH

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

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.