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. 

STEM Take & Make: Straw Propellers

All Day
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, S.T.E.A.M., Tweens
Event Details:

Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propeller.  

STEM Take & Make: Straw Propellers

9:00am - 5:00pm
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propeller.

Take and Make: Straw Propellers

9:00am - 5:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, S.T.E.A.M., Tweens
Event Details:

Take and Make: Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propeller. For ages 5-12.

Take & Make: Straw Propellers

9:30am - 5:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, S.T.E.A.M., Tweens
Event Details:

Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propellor.

ERC Make-a-Masterpiece: Pop Art Collagraph Printmaking

10:00am - 11:30am
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Required
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids, ERC (Educational Resource Center), Family Library Programs, Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Discover the connection between delicious cupcake inspiration and modern day artists Wayne Thiebaud and Andy Warhol as you join us in designing a collagraph and diving into the printmaking process, all with a Pop Art twist!

Reservation

Avery's Homeschool

10:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: A1
Description

Homeschool tutor

Reservation

D.A+.D. Tutoring LLC Tutoring Session

10:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B5
Description

Private Tutoring Session with a College Student

Northstar Computer Series -Email Basics 1

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES: EMAIL BASICS 1

Fri., Feb. 11, 18 & 25 • 10 a.m. - 12 noon at Library 21C

Learn basic skills and concepts about using email. 

Speak English Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults
Event Details:

Speak English groups are fun English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills.

Each group meets once a week for two hours to practice English.

Yarnettes Fiber Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace and Studios, Makerspace
Event Details:

Join this fun group of fiber friends for a couple of hours of working on projects. 

Speak English Group

10:00am - 12:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Virtual Court Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

Speak English conversation groups are for intermediate and advance English learners. Adults are welcome to attend. You do not need to register in advance.

Take and Make: Straw Propellers

10:00am - 5:00pm
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids, S.T.E.A.M.
Event Details:

Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propeller.  For ages 5-12.

Take and Make: Straw Propellers

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

Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propeller. 

Take & Make: STEM Straw Propellers

10:00am - 6:00pm
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids, S.T.E.A.M.
Event Details:

Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propeller.  

Take and Make: Straw Propellers

10:00am - 6:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids, Tweens
Event Details:

Explore physics and air pressure with this simple straw propeller.

Sensory Storytime

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive storytime that is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. 

StoryTime

10:30am - 11:15am
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:

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

Create and Play

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Did you know studies show that art making builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Bring your little one to a special event made just for them where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art!

Northstar Training Lab

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Computer Lab
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults, Computer Classes, Live Indoor, Seniors
Event Details:

Practice your computer skills and prepare for upcoming computer classes across the district.

Speak English Group

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults
Event Details:

Speak English groups are fun English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills.

Each group meets once a week for two hours to practice English.

Reservation

Avery's Homeschool

12:00pm - 2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: A1
Description

Tutoring

Reservation

Garry Geslin

12:00pm - 2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Study Room D4
Description

N/A

 Homeschool: Finding Your Roots: Genealogy for Kids

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, Homeschool
Event Details:

Join us to learn about your connection to the past and how you can start exploring your family history!

DIY Candle Holder

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adult, Senior
Required
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Cut wood to hold a small candle and paint it with waves, sea creatures, or other designs!

Place Holder Northstar Digital

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Required
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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Join us and learn to use PPLD resources to improve your computer skills. This learning experience consists of three (3) in-person classes. 

There's no cost to participate. 

What you’ll need  

Textiles Lab - The Art of Earring Fabrication $22

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Textiles
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace
Event Details:

Hosted by the MAC

Learn the Art of Earring Fabrication + FREE BONUS Metal Finishing Introduction

Class Description

Reservation

Pack 110 Pinewood Derby

3:00pm - 9:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: The Hall (staff only facility)
Room: MacLaren Hall
Description

We will be holding a pine wood derby race

Reservation

Printmaking Studio - Ramona Lapsley

3:30pm - 5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou-Printmaking
Description

Exclusive use of the printmaking studio

Teens Make: Embroidery Heart Charm

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Learn the basics of embroidery and make a cute, heart-shaped charm at the same time! Ages 12-18.