Library 21c Makerspaces closing at 6pm today

All Day
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Event Type: Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Event Details:
The Makerspaces at Library 21c will be closing at 6pm today. No equipment will be available after that time. ...

Storytime

9:00am - 9:30am
Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Event Details:
Children ages 3-7, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sounds, rhythm, and rhyme in a...

Virtual Once Upon a Sign: ASL Storytime

9:00am - 9:30am
Required
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Come and join us for a fun virtual Storytime featuring early literacy activities and stories signed in American Sign Language (ASL) by a Deaf role model, and spoken aloud in English!   The link to join this virtual program will be sent to ...

HSE class (High School Equivalency: GED/HiSET)

9:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
The GED, HiSET and TASC are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offers 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 S...
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Caregiver Support

9:15am - 10:15am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B2
Description
Support group for those caring for a spouse, parent, or child....

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am
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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am
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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Toddler Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's 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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Northstar Computer Series - Computer Basics 3

10:00am - 12:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Computer Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES: COMPUTER BASICS 3 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 n...
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Computers & The Law

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
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 - 7, with a favorite adult. We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from some sensory accommodations like fidget items or noise-reducing headphones while in t...

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's 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. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
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 3-7, with a favorite adult. ...

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Classroom
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Event Details:
Stories and more for young children and their favorite adult. ...

Senior Chats: Women Air Service Pilots of WWII

10:30am - 11:30am
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:
This month we will have special speaker. Local author and historian Sarah Byrn Rickman shares the remarkable stories of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) of World War II. The WASPs were instrumental to the United States war effort in the skie...

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:
Children ages 3-7, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sounds, rhythm, and rhyme in a...

Coffee & Conversation

11:00am - 12:00pm
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, games, and more. All are welcome. Free. No registration required. ...

Food Industry Training Info Meeting & Pre-Test

11:00am - 1:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Kitchen
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Creative Services Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Learn more about PPLD's Food Industry Training Program and take the mandatory pre-test for admission.  Our 5-week intensive training program will help you learn the skills you need to enter a career in the culinary industry. The first half...

Senior Chats

12:30pm - 2:00pm
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. ...
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Elevated Art Experience

12:30pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Description
Simple jewelry making class using wire. ...

Homeschool: Play with Pendulums

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Play with pendulums during this interactive study of Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei. Test how variables affect the swing of the pendulum and use a pendulum to create art. Each child must register.  ...

Silver Key Service Extension

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.   Eligibility: Anyone 60 years of age or older. The spouse of an eligible diner is also eli...

Silver Key Service Extension

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.   Eligibility: Anyone 60 years of age or older. The spouse of an eligible diner is also eligible. R...

Socrates Cafe

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:
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 Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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. Classes are free. There is no need to register in advanc...

Create & Play

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
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! Be sure to wear old ...

Device Drop-In Help

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
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!  Registration is not required.  Please bring power cords and devices.  We cannot help install software, remo...

Meet a Master Maker

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Creative Services Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M., Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Event Details:
Join us at the Sand Creek makerspace to meet Master Maker, Debbie Urquijo! Debbie is an expert on the laser and is excited to show you more about what's possible in the makerspace. This informal drop-in program is designed for all skill levels. Never...

18+ Dungeons & Dragons

3:00pm - 6:45pm
Library Branch: Rockrimmon Library
Room: Rockrimmon Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Event Details:
Play D&D with other adults (18+), led by our volunteer Dungeon Master. No experience is required. ...

Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Monument Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:
Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs! We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from some sensory accommodations ...

Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Event Details:
Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs. We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from some sensory accommodations like fidg...

Tween Dungeons and Dragons Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Play D&D with other tweens, led by our very own Dungeons Master! New members are always welcome and no experience is required. Ages 9-12. ...

Paws to Read

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor, Tween Library Programs
Event Details:
Children may practice reading skills by reading to a Canine Good Citizen certified dog. ...

HSE class (High School Equivalency: GED/HiSET)

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:
The GED, 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 Studi...
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CERAMICS-Creating Ceramic Drinkware $150

5:30pm - 7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Ceramics Studio
Description
In this class you will learn about different wheel-thrown forms and handle techniques. You will experiment with different shapes, build wheel-throwing skills, and create one-of-a-kind usable art perfect for your favorite drink. twice-a-week...
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Watercolor Class

5:30pm - 7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Description
Let's celebrate the changing season by painting beautiful fall aspen trees. Come learn a few basics and leave with a completed painting. I will walk you through step by step in this laid back, mistake friendly environment. You don't need to know anyt...

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

5:30pm - 7:45pm
Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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. Limited snacks will be provided. Registration is required. ...
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Cosmic Communicators Toastmasters

5:45pm - 6:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Description
Toastmasters is an international non-profit organization dedicated to developing better speakers and leaders. ...

Evening Yoga

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Western Window Bay
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Live Indoor, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs
Event Details:
Weekly Vinyassa Flow/Power Vinyassa yoga class led by yoga instrutor Megan Conway. This yoga program is for all experience levels. Please bring a mat or towel and a water bottle. No registration necessary.  Class size may be limited due to sp...
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Toastmasters Building Your Brand

6:15pm - 7:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Description
Branding is key to your ventures. Actively crafting a personal brand is a good first step with endless benefits. Want to write that book or deliver a powerful speech? Have ideas you would like to brand? If you've ever felt alone in that arena and nee...

Ancestry Basics (virtual genealogy class)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 88
Event Details:
Ancestry Library Edition is a great place to get started with your genealogical research! Learn more about this incredible database, including how to search for records, limit your findings, and navigate some of Ancestry's helpful tools and feat...