East Library will begin an elevator modernization on Wed., March 12.

The Library will remain open, but the 2nd floor will only have stair access. Visit ppld.org/east-library-improvements for more information.  

Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium

All Day
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium returns with an exciting lineup of presentations exploring history beyond the written word.

Sewing Level 2: Bags

10:00am - 1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace, Science & Technology, Studios
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take your skills to the next level! Sew a project using Library sewing machines. A basic understanding of sewing machines is required for this class.

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors (en español) to use the makerspaces. You are encouraged to submit this at the class so that we have it on file. You must be at least 9 years of age to be in the makerspaces or to attend this class. Children under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. Space is limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

Idea Lab: LEGO Build

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, Science & Technology, Tweens
Event Details:

Engineering your best LEGO creation, completing LEGO challenges, and producing LEGO Art are only some of the possibilities at this open-ended LEGO program using PPLD’s LEGO resources. Join us for the fun! Ages 5 - 12.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

Paws to Read

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids
Event Details:

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs.

Tween: Block Building Flower Art

10:30am - 11:30am
Tween 9-12
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library Services
Room: Mobile Libraries
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Tweens
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Minecraft? Do you feel like your space could use some new decorations? Stop by the Library and create a wooden Minecraft flower! Choose from a variety of designs to build and paint your own decoration.

Manitou Springs BYOBooks Club

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly Bring Your Own book group that meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. Patrons are encouraged to bring their latest read and share their thoughts with the group.

Scrap Exchange with Who Gives a Scrap

1:00pm - 4:00pm
All
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Community Public, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Kids, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:
In collaboration with Who Gives a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center, we are hosting an arts, craft, and hobby material exchange!

Escape Room: The Color Scheme

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming, Teen
Event Details:

Can you solve the clues with your team and break into the box in this escape room-like challenge? Band together and solve the clues to find their way out of The Color Scheme! For ages 13 – 18.

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

Fantasy Map Making and Figure Painting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Dungeons & Dragons? Join us as we create our own fantasy maps and paint playable Dungeons & Dragons figurines! Each participant will leave with their own unique map and figurine. For ages 13 - 18.

"I'm with the Band!" Bracelets

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Where do your musical loyalties fall? Show the world with a personalized bracelet that represents your favorite band or musician. We will provide the supplies so you can show off your band spirit with your own personalized bracelet!