Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities.
All Pikes Peak Library District locations will be closed Tue., Dec. 24 and Wed., Dec. 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025.
DYE LAB-Sculpture & Sketching Using Montessori Techniques/Air Dry Clay & Paint and Prisms-FREE
FREE Art Classes using Montessori Techniques
Funded by MACH (Manitou Arts Culture and Heritage Fund)
Join highly experienced Montessori teacher, Leigh Slimp-Virgo for these fun lessons:
Just trying to provide a place to work for our employees during construction at our office close by.
Bring a blanket and enjoy stories and rhymes outside. Families with children of all ages are welcome.
In the event of inclement weather (rain, snow, or extreme temperatures), the program will be modified and moved indoors.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
Summer Fun - The Pirates of Puppet Pants in an Ocean of Possibilities
Be prepared for some pirate shenanigans with this entertaining program that features ventriloquism, variety, and lots of hilarious audience participation - presented by Joshua Lacky. For all ages.
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In Computer Basics Part 1, participants will learn to recognize common parts of different computers and their purposes, check if the computer is connected to the internet to complete tasks, click th
Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story with a favorite adult.
For ages 2-3
Bring a blanket and enjoy stories and rhymes outside. Families with children of all ages are welcome.
In the event of inclement weather (rain, snow, or extreme temperatures), the program will be modified and moved indoors.
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 0-5 years old. No registration required.
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.
One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.
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!
1-1 Coaching
These informal gatherings for seniors offer information sharing, networking, discussions, and coffee. All are welcome.
Free. No registration required.
Claudia Swenson will present facts about her charming Alpacas and how their versatile fiber is used. Visit with these amazing creatures after a short program (at most venues.) Ages 5-12. #SummerAdventure #OceansofPossibility
Come join Steve for an interactive family romp filled with music and humor, as he performs his hit songs at Limbach Park, 151 Front St, Monument, CO 80132. Laughing, singing, and dancing will be on the docket today so bring your dancing shoes!
Summer Fun - The Pirates of Puppet Pants in an Ocean of Possibilities
Be prepared for some pirate shenanigans with this entertaining program that features ventriloquism, variety, and lots of hilarious audience participation - presented by Joshua Lacky. For all ages.
Informational sessions for patrons interested in taking ESL classes with Pikes Peak Library District. Learn more about ESL classes before registering for a class.
Kids and teens can enjoy lunch (and books) at no cost this summer!
This informal gathering for seniors offers information sharing, networking, discussions, and coffee. All are welcome! No registration required.
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Do you have a child between the ages of 0-32 months? Do you wonder how much you talk with your child? LENA Start is a 11-week, virtual program that will increase your child’s language development.
Arts and crafts
You scream, I scream, we all scream for Ice Cream! Celebrate summer with a pre-packaged ice cream treat, while supplies last.
Client interview
Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Calhan) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.
Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Falcon/High Prairie) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.
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 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.
Join Nature's Educators to meet and learn about some native and non-native reptiles and amphibians! Discover where they live, what they eat, and how they survive. How do you tell a venomous snake from a non-venomous one?
Beginners will learn to code with Google! Using an evaluated curriculum from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding in Scratch.
Teen program
PPLD's community resource supervisor will be onsite the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month at Cheyenne Mountain Library to assist patrons.
Summer Fun: Foam Party with Ann Lincoln at Deerfield Hills Community Center
Come and enjoy some bubbly outdoor fun! Wear swim clothes or shorts, bring some towels to dry off and get silly in the suds! Biodegradable, hypoallergenic foam is used in this unusually wet and wacky program. For ages 2 – 12.
Create a suncatcher portal to take a peak into some fun under the sea creatures and watch the light stream through your creation! Ages 5-12. Registration required.
#SummerAdventure #OceansofPossibility
Learn to code with Google! Using an evaluated curriculum from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding.
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Solve puzzles and open locks to win a prize in this sea-themed escape room! #summeradventure #oceansofpossibility
Children may practice reading skills by reading to a Canine Good Citizen certified dog.
Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs.
Online conference call
Private
Zoom Meeting
Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Snacks will be provided.
Path to Citizenship is a study group with a volunteer leader. Adults in this group prepare to take the U.S. Naturalization test for citizenship. The group meets for 12 weeks. This is a free group.
Pikes Peak Library District will embark on a strategic planning process after releasing its new vision, mission, and values in early May.
An evening book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!