HSE class (High School Equivalency: GED/HiSET/TASC

9:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

The GED, HiSET and TASC are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offer Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for such tests. We offer preparation for Language Arts, Social

Live Toddler Time

9:30am - 9:45am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

This program gives toddlers an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading. (For one and two-year olds and caregivers.) Approximately 20 minutes.

Octopus Dance Party

9:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
Required
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come dance under the sea with us! Twirl, jump, and jam out with family and friends as we celebrate our underwater friends - you might even see an octopus! Costumes and dressing up are encouraged. 

Library 21c Virtual Briargate Book Club

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, APPR: All Pikes Peak Reads, Book Group, Seniors, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Please join us for the Library 21c Virtual Briargate Book Club for ages 18+. Our meetings are virtual.

Live Baby Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
Required
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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, Live Indoor
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
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.

Virtual - Bumps 'n Babies Resource Fair: DIY Toys- Ball Drop (Ages 6-12M)

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Adult, Family
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Adult, Family
Event Type: Adults, Kids, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

DIY toys for your baby!

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.

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Shirley Shafar

10:30am - 11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Description

meeting

LIVE FAB Time! (Family & Book Time)

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids 0-5, Family
Required
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

For children of all ages and their caregivers. Talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement.

Nonprofit Workshop - Grant Writing Basics

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Participants will learn about the process of grant writing and elements of a proposal, with tips from foundations.  Workshop geared to novice grant writers.

Printmaking Certification - Beginners

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou-Printmaking
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Printmaking Certification Workshop is for members who have this level of printmaking expertise:

Pumpkin Spice Latte Candle

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Required
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Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Make a pumpkin spice-scented candle mug for Autumn! We provide the wax, wick, scent and heat as well as one mug per participant. You are welcome to bring your own mug for a second candle.

Paws to Read

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids 0-5, Teen, Family
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Floor
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Teen, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Children may practice reading skills by reading to a Canine Good Citizen certified dog.

Paws to Read

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Corner
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

Registration is not required for this event.

FabLab

3:30pm - 5:00pm
All
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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Woodshop
Age Group: All
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

We make things, we fix things, we build things and we learn from others. Come and create cool projects. Learn how to use tools, expand your skills and expand your world!  Kids under 13 need to be accompanied by a parent. So, what is FAB LAB?

Live Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Children may practice reading skills by reading to a Canine Good Citizen certified dog.

No registration required for this free program.

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Strategy Session

4:00pm - 6:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F5
Description

Strategy Meeting practice session for forums

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Friends of PPLD BOD meeting

4:30pm - 6:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine B
Description

Monthly PPLD Friends BOD meeting

Reservation

Friends of PPLD BOD meeting

4:30pm - 6:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Pine Room
Description

Friends of PPLD monthly meeting

Reservation

ONE TO ONE

5:00pm - 7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F3
Description

ONE TEACHER
ONE STUDENT

Adult Crafts - Vanilla-Oat Body Soap

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Required
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a sweet smelling bar of soap using cookie cutters and a mix of items that are good for your skin!

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Troop 404 Citizenship in the Nation 1

5:45pm - 6:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B4
Description

Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge Meeting for Scouts

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Recover the Fun!

7:00pm - 9:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Classroom
Description

Every Wednesday Recover the Fun, an expressive arts recovery support group, will be held at the Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave, Manitou Springs, CO. (10 minutes from downtown Colorado Springs. Parking available.)