Ruth Holley Library will be temporarily closed for approximately one week starting Mon., Dec. 2 to complete roof repairs.

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.

Rockrimmon Library will close on Sun., Dec. 1.

Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025. 

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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: 2nd Floor Staff Training Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: PPLD: Internal
Event Details:

CST Training

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Virtual Yoga

9:00am - 10:00am
Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 91
Event Details:

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.

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

Tai Chi Swords

9:00am - 10:30am
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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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:

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.

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

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument 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.

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

Summer Fun: Family Concert with Steve Weeks

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:

Come join Steve for an interactive family romp filled with music, humor, and games as he performs his hit songs. Be prepared to laugh and sing, and bring your dancing shoes! For all ages.

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

Early Literacy: Explorers @ Play!

10:00am - 10:30am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Young children explore and play using their five senses at different activity stations. This is a drop-in program. For ages 0-5.

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

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument 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.

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

Baby Time

10:30am - 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:

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.

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

Summer Fun: Alpacas

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:

Claudia Swenson will present facts about her charming alpacas, including how they came to the United States, what animal family they are a part of, and how their versatile fiber is used. Create an Alpaca craft while you wait to see the alpacas.

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

Summer Fun: Family Concert with Steve Weeks

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:

Come join Steve for an interactive family romp filled with music, humor, and games as he performs his hit songs. Be prepared to laugh and sing, and bring your dancing shoes! For all ages.

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

Virtual KidsSTEM: Party Trick In-A-Can

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
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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!

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "All" group.

USCIS Naturalization

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult, All
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult, All
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults
Event Details:

USCIS Naturalization Ceremony starts at 10:30 a.m. and honors individuals becoming naturalized United States citizens.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Library Explorers

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

PPLD Library Explorer programs serve adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and their caregivers.

Ages 18+. No registration required for this free program.

 

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

Teens Eat: Just-Right Porridge

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:

Make overnight oats! An easy and adaptable recipe - whether you like them warm, or cold, or just right! Join us every Thursday for a new recipe!

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

Old Colorado City Book Group

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Event Details:

The Old Colorado City Book Group is currently meeting monthly by Zoom. See Virtual Library calendar for registration.  Check attached pdf or call us for this month's title. 

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

Old Colorado City Book Group Virtual Meeting

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adult, Senior
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Event Details:

The Old Colorado City Book Group meets monthly. Join us this month as we meet via Zoom.  Check attached pdf or call us for this month's title.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

East Craft: Friendship Bracelets

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

July 30th is international friendship day! Celebrate by making a friendship bracelet for your BFF! 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Summer Afternoon Fun: Farmer Minor and Daisy (the pig!)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, Tweens
Event Details:

Farmer Minor and Daisy

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 "Tween 9-12" group.

Tween Twist: Automata

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Tween 9-12
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: S.T.E.A.M., Tweens
Event Details:

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 ages 9 - 12.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

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 - 8:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

STEM: Exploring Petroglyphs

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Required
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids, S.T.E.A.M., Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Explore petroglyphs in this archaeology program, starting with a book and followed by several petroglyph activities: sandpaper petroglyphs, playdough petroglyphs, and Tairo petroglyphs. For ages 5 - 12.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Escape Room: Mythology Mayhem

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: T2
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Solve puzzles to find and return a missing Greek architect to the museum or ancient treasure will be lost forever. Prizes for winners!  Registration is required.  For ages 12 - 18.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

Afternoon Hangout

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
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Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids, S.T.E.A.M., Tweens
Event Details:

Create robots that can really draw! Explore motors, circuitry, and art in this fun session for kids 5-12. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Escape Room: Mythology Mayhem

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: T2
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Solve puzzles to find and return a missing Greek architect to the museum or ancient treasure will be lost forever. Prizes for winners!  Registration is required.  For ages 12 - 18.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Microsoft Excel Class

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults, Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

In this class, you will learn how to create, manipulate, and format a basic spreadsheet in Excel 2010.

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: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Healthy Cooking Demo with Ashlea Tobeck

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Event Details:

Ashlea Tobeck, Executive chef at Children’s Hospital Colorado will be hosting a Good for the Budget and Good for You healthy cooking demonstration.