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. 

Adult Education orientation setup

All Day
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

Adult Education orientation setup/equipment holding/prep

Library 21c Makerspaces opening at 2pm

All Day
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Makerspace and Studios, Makerspace
Event Details:

The Makerspaces at Library 21c will open at 2pm due to a class.

Virtual Yoga

9:00am - 10:00am
Adult, Senior
Required
Virtual Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners.

Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class upon registration (see below).

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KILN YARD-Raku Pottery Workshop

9:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Art Center
Description

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Medicare 101- Preseneted by AIS Medicare & More

10:00am - 11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Description

We will be hosting the basics of Medicare seminar in the Meeting Room, at the Fountain Library
Free snacks and refreshments will be provided.
At this seminar you can expect to learn about:

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Medicare 101- Presented by AIS Medicare & More

10:00am - 11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Description

We will be hosting the basics of Medicare seminar in the Meeting room, at the Calhan Library.
Free snacks and refreshments provided.
At this seminar you can expect to learn about:

Falcon Garden Club

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

We will be discussing topics related to high desert gardening. Open to the public; visitors are heartily invited to join us. Visit our website at www.falcongardenclub.org

3D Printer Badging & Modeling Level 1: Keychains

10:00am - 1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Makerspace and Studios, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M., Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

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CLASSROOM-Sculpting a Realistic Face for Beginners $120

10:00am - 1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Classroom
Description

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DYE LAB-Intro to Natural Dyes $95

10:00am - 4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Dye Lab
Description

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Russian Language Meetup Group

10:15am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Description

Learn and practice the Russian language.

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AMSHE Medicare nonprofit class

10:15am - 1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Description

Non-profit Basic Medicare presentation for Medicare elegibles or those new to Medicare.

Create & Play

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Kids, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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!

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
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.

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Hip Hop 50 Year Anniversary Fest

12:00pm - 4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: The Hall (staff only facility)
Room: MacLaren Hall
Description

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hip Hop music at the Hall at PPLD!  Featuring DJ Battles, Poetry, Record Swap Meet, Open Mic, Rap Cypher and more!

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Medicare 101

1:00pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Description

Medicare 101: An educational and informative seminar to help you understand Medicare parts ABCD presented in a fun and easy-to-understand manner.

Scrap Exchange with Who Gives a Scrap

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Senior, All
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Adult, Senior, All
Event Type: Adults, Intergenerational, Live Indoor, Seniors
Event Details:
In collaboration with Who Gives a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center, we are hosting an arts, craft, and hobby material exchange!

Genealogy Basics (virtual genealogy class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Join us for an introduction to genealogy research strategies, including getting started, organizing research, and selecting and searching for records.

Houseplant Swap

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:

Bring an indoor plant or cutting to swap for a plant to take home. Bring a plant or cutting plus a non-perishable food item and take home two plants! All food donations will go to Care and Share.

Sewing Level 1: Drawstring Pouch

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Classroom
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Makerspace and Studios, Live Indoor, Makerspace, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Bag fresh sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a simple drawstring pouch using a sewing machine.

No previous experience is required and all supplies will be provided by PPLD. Ages 9 and up. 

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NSA Stuttering Colorado Springs

2:30pm - 3:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Description

NSA Stuttering Local Chapter Meeting

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Conversation About Homebuying and Financial Literacy w/ Mel and Monique

3:00pm - 4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B2
Description

Conversation About Homebuying and Financial Literacy w/ Mel and Monique

Device Drop-In Help

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Computer Classes, Seniors
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet?  Stop by our Device Drop-In during this time to see if we can help! 

18+ Dungeons and Dragons

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Adult, Senior
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Play D&D with other young adults (18+), led by volunteer Dungeon Masters. No experience is required. For more information, contact Library 21C. Registration is required.

Houseplant Swap

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Bring an indoor plant or cutting to swap for a plant to take home. Bring a plant or cutting plus a non-perishable food item and take home two plants! All food donations will go to Care and Share.

Ages 18 and up.