Customer Service Team meeting
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.
Weekly meeting of the marketing team.
Walk-in appointments available with social worker, Alicia Kwande, for assistance with resources and VI-SPDAT assessments.
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.
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.
*If person missed Orientation Day 1, CAN'T attend Day 2.*
To attend any GED class, you have to come to the orientation first.
*Orientation will take two days to complete.
*Not necessary to pre-register, just show up.
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.
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.
These informal gatherings for seniors offer information sharing, networking, discussions and coffee.
All are welcome. No registration required.
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.
One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
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!
Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannel boards, puppets, songs and activities, followed by a small craft. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sound
Pretend that you're an old-time photographer and make your own prints using cyanotypes! #stem #prints #teentech
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.
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.
Learn the basics of using a sewing machine, including threading, filling a bobbin, and executing basic stitches as we create custom zippered pouches. This class is intended for those who have little to no experience with machine sewing.
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.
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.
Join other intermediate to native speakers to practice your German conversation skills!
Please note this group is not the best fit for beginning speakers.
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.
Love Anime? Come hang out with other teens that share your passion! This month we're watching <TBD> . Some anime shown may be rated PG-13 or TV-14. Snacks will be provided and cosplay is welcome!
For ages 12 - 18.
Teen programming
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.
Group badging class where you will learn how to use the Laser Cutter / Engraver.
Are you interested in learning more about how PPLD can support your genealogical research? This information session will provide a brief overview of library genealogy resources and upcoming learning opportunities.
An evening book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome! Please call the library at 719-488-2370 to find out what book they will be discussing this month.