All Pikes Peak Library District locations will open at 11 a.m. on Fri., Sept. 27 due to an all-staff training.

East Library and book drop will reopen at 9 a.m. on Mon., Sept. 30 following completion of parking lot repairs.

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Storytime

9:00am - 9:30am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Pine Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: PPLD: Internal
Event Details:

Meeting for Regional History and Genealogy full-time staff on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 9-10 AM.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

AARP Tax Aide (in partnership with PPLD)

9:00am - 6:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Community Public, Consumer/Finance, Nonprofit
Event Details:

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Create & Play

10:00am - 10:45am
Kids, Family
Required
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career Navigator office hours

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cheyenne Mountain Hooked On Crochet!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Live Indoor, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

We will once again be conducting our "Hooked On Crochet!" program in person! Please join us at Cheyenne Mountain Library to crochet or knit with us and talk about life. No registration required. 

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Laser Badging & Design Level 1: Notebooks

10:00am - 1:00pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M., Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom notebook cover designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8” wood. No previous experience required. Ages 9 and up.

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This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family 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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
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.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids
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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Classroom
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

Stories and more for children with their favorite adult.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids
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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Nonprofit Workshop - Grant Writing Basics

10:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Nonprofit, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Participants will learn about the process of grant writing and elements of a proposal. This workshop is geared toward novice grant writers.

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Celebration of LIfe Circle

11:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Description

This is an open event for folks to come and talk about loved ones that have passed, to celebrate their life and find comfort in the stories.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Coffee & Conversation

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Live Indoor, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

Join Rockrimmon locals for coffee, impromptu conversation, gam

This event is in the "Adults" group.

VIRTUAL LENA Start

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adults
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Register here for the virtual LENA Start sessions on: Tuesdays, noon - 1 p.m., April 4 - May 23, 2023.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Chats

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Seniors
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Library Branch: Calhan Library
Age Group: Seniors
Event Type: Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

This informal gathering for seniors offers information sharing, networking, discussions, and coffee. All are welcome! No registration required.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Seniors
Event Type: Class, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare 101 Webinars : Medicare Eligibility and Coverage (Part A/B)

The Four-Part Medicare Series dives beyond the basics into Medicare and retirement.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Rockrimmon Mostly Fiction Book Club

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Silver Key Service Extension

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Falcon/High Prairie) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Silver Key Service Extension

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Calhan) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Speak English Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs
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.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Description

AAUW Great Decisions discussion group meets 8 times to discuss the 8 global topics selected by the Foreign Policy Association.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Create & Play

2:00pm - 2:30pm
Kids, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity/Story Rooms
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
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!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Glass Jar Wind Chime

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Required
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Create your own mason jar-style wind chime using strung colorful beads, pebbles, and votive candles and enjoy the soothing sounds as the springtime winds blow. Registration required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career Navigator office hours

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Ruth Holley Crafters

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Study Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

Ruth Holley Crafters is a group open to the public. Feel free to bring the crafts you're working on, and share ideas and thoughts with one another. 

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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: 2nd Floor Staff Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: PPLD: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

 Internal Affairs Committee - 2pm

Public Affairs Committee - 3pm

Governance Committee - 4pm

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

STEAM: Petroglyphs

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids, Tweens
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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

Your children will learn to explore petroglyphs in this archaeology program. The program starts with a book and then includes several petroglyph activities – sandpaper petroglyphs, playdough petroglyphs, and Taino petroglyphs.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: 2nd Floor Staff Training Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: PPLD: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

PPLD Board of Trustees Special Meeting

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Light-Up Cosplay Bracelet Cuffs

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Required
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Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Make an item to add to your cosplay or fan costume collection in this program where we make headwear or bracelet cuffs with wearable LED circuits using conductive thread!     


 

Reservation

Girl scouts

4:15pm - 6:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Description

Troop meeting since the other place is closing down for spring break this is one meeting till we find a new place for the in-between period

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

KidsMAKE: Sensory Boards

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids, Tweens
Required
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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Live Indoor, Tween Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Get creative and craft your very own sensory board. Learn how to use various types of fastening tools while experimenting with different textures.

 

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This event is in the "Seniors" group.
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Join us for an enlightening hour online with highly-acclaimed Kate Beaton, the New York Times bestselling author of 

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Bonnie Goodall

5:00pm - 7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: The Hall (staff only facility)
Room: The Hall Lower Level Classroom
Description

Room needed for drum rehearsal.

Reservation

GS Troop 49316

5:15pm - 6:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Virtual Court Room (B1)
Description

Girl Scout meeting

Reservation

Give! 2023 Campaign Information Session

5:30pm - 6:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Description

This will be a session for nonprofits to learn more about the 2023 Give! campaign and how to join.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Pine Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Live Indoor, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

This six-week discussion series will attempt to bridge the gap between veterans and civilians through literature and personal accounts.  For each session veterans are invited to join the conversation and share their insights and personal expe

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CERAMICS - Creating Ceramic Drinkware

5:30pm - 7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Ceramics Studio
Description

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Drop-In Watercolor Painting

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Childrens Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Event Details:

Come to East Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushes, paint, and paper; just bring yourself!

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

5:30pm - 7:45pm
Teens
Required
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

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.

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Building Your Brand Toastmasters

6:00pm - 7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Annex
Description

Branding is key to your ventures
Our focus is a cooperative collaboration for:
speakers, authors, entrepreneurs, and others growing skills that reach the public!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

In-Person LENA Start

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Required
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Register here for the in-person LENA Start sessions on: Tuesdays, 6 - 7 p.m. April 4 - May 23, 2023.