Closing

Thurs., Jan. 19: All library locations will have a two hour delayed opening due to inclement weather

8:00am - 11:00am
Branches:
Virtual Library, Calhan Library, Cheyenne Mountain Library, East Library, Fountain Library, High Prairie Library, The Hall at PPLD ( Closing May 1, 2024), Library 21c, Manitou Springs Library, Mobile Library Services, Monument Library, Old Colorado City Library, Palmer Lake Library, Penrose Library, Rockrimmon Library, Ruth Holley Library, Sand Creek Library, Ute Pass Library

ESL CLASSES

9:00am - 12:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language. Classes are focused on: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. We offer Beginning, Intermediate and High-Intermediate levels, and classes are in-person and virtu...

HSE class (High School Equivalency: GED/HiSET)

9:00am - 12:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
The GED and HiSET 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 Stu...

Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Event Details:
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.  Due to our fire code limit, we can only provide space to 35 patrons. Arrive early.   We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your ...

Career Navigator office hours

10:00am - 12:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Study Room D1
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs. Searching for a career also includes identifying your skills and interests, considering what you value and enjoy doing, and exploring different paths to learn what type of ...

Music And Movement

10:30am - 11:00am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:
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.   We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if ...
Reservation

Sign 'n Grow Baby Sign Language Parent & Baby Class

10:30am - 11:00am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Description
Come and join Sign 'n Grow in this 30-minute family-friendly singalong class for you and your baby! We'll learn signs, songs, and how to teach your baby to communicate early. Recommended for babies 0-18 months old and up to two adults per child. Regi...

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Event Details:
Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Due to our fire code limit, we can only provide space to 35 patrons. Arrive early.   We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child ...

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...
Reservation

Rudy Blake

11:00am - 1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Virtual Court Room
Description
interview ...

Toddler Time

11:15am - 11:45am
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Sock Gnomes

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Do you have socks that lack their mate? Bring them to this program to upcycle them into a cute, decorative Sock Gnome! ...

Nonprofit Workshop - Grant Search Orientation

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Nonprofit, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Not sure where to begin with your search for foundation funding? New to grant seeking or just looking for a refresher? Join us for a virtual Grant Search Orientation, where we cover the basics of grant-seeking and start you on your way with tips...

Library 21c Art Inspiration

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:
Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided. Ages 18 an up. Registration is required for this free program. ...
Reservation

Spanish Conversation Group

1:30pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Description
This is an informal Spanish conversation group, including intermediate-advanced students and native speakers. It is not an instructional time and no English is spoken during the meetings. It is an opportunity to enjoy and practice...

Career Navigator office hours

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs. Searching for a career also includes identifying your skills and interests, considering what you value and enjoy doing, and exploring different paths to learn what type of ...

3D Printer Badging & Modeling Level 1: Buttons

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom buttons using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D designing software. Get creative with your designs and your fashion choices. No previous experience required. Please se...

Paws to Read

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:
Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs. If your child might benefit from sensory accommodations such as fidgets or noise-reducing headphones, please request a Sensory Accommodat...
Reservation

Ballroom Bootcamp

3:30pm - 4:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: The Hall at PPLD ( Closing May 1, 2024)
Room: MacLaren Hall
Description
This Beginners Social dance lesson will take you through the basics of partner dancing. Styles introduced are Swing, Rumba, Tango Followed by open dancing from 4:30-6:00pm Admission is $10 reservation is recommended but not required Text RSVP w...

STEAM: Is that painting REALLY just dots: Seurat Pointillism

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Required
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Participants will learn about artist Georges Seurat and explore the technique of Pointillism by creating their own painting masterpiece. For ages 5 - 12. Please register. ...

Tween: Tie Dye Cookie Decorating

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Tweens
Event Type: Live Indoor, Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:
Boost your cookie decorating skills by using royal icing to create rainbow tie-dye cookie creations! For ages 9 - 12.  To participate in this program your parent or guardian will be required to complete and sign a waiver. Thank you. ...

Reusable Bags

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
Use stencils, stickers, and paint to customize a reusable bag! ...

Tween Dungeons & Dragons Club

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: A1
Age Group: Tweens
Event Type: Live Indoor, Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Play D&D with other tweens, led by our very own Dragon Master Alli! New members are always welcome and no experience is required. Ages 9-12. #tweens  #dungeonsanddragons ...

ESL CLASSES

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language. Classes are focused on: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. We offer Beginning, Intermediate and High-Intermediate levels, and classes are in-person and virtu...

HSE class (High School Equivalency: GED/HiSET)

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
The GED and HiSET 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 Studies,...

Library 21c Mystery Lovers Book Club

5:45pm - 7:15pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:
Love mysteries? Start the new year off right and join us in discussing this month's mystery title. 3rd Thursday, 6 pm, ENT conference room. ...

PenPop!

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Required
Virtual Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Let’s geek out!  Join our Penrose team each week to discuss your favorite genres/topics in pop culture.  Each week we will discuss a different topic.   On Jan 19th, we will discuss new finds and favorites.    ...