All Pikes Peak Library District locations are closed Wed., Dec. 10, and Thu., Dec. 11, to implement the new Integrated Library System.

The catalog and PPLD app will be unavailable through Thu., Dec. 11.

Library 21c Makerspaces opening at 2pm

All Day
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Makerspace, Studios
Event Details:

The Makerspaces at Library 21c will open at 2pm today.

Spooky Stroll-a-Story in OCC

All Day
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Senior, Family
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Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Senior, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Take a spooky stroll in Old Colorado City and read "The Baddies" by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Find a page at each location featured on the map, and head inside- there will be a special treat waiting for you (stor

Sewing Level 1: Roll-up Cases

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

Learn the basics of machine sewing while creating your very own fabric roll-up pouch. A roll-up pouch is perfect for storing art supplies, makeup brushes, sewing tools, or other small treasures. No experience is needed.

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.  

Friends of PPLD-Book Sale

10:00am–5:00pm
All
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: All
Event Type: Friends of PPLD
Event Details:

Friends Book Sale

Sales tax will be charged. If you are tax-exempt, please bring your sales-tax exempt certificate to avoid paying sales tax on your purchase.

Friends of PPLD-Book Sale

10:00am–5:00pm
All
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Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: All
Event Type: Friends of PPLD
Event Details:

Friends Book Sale

Sales tax will be charged. If you are tax-exempt, please bring your sales-tax exempt certificate to avoid paying sales tax on your purchase.

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5
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Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & 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
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids, Science & Math, 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
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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.

APPR Presents: Author Mary Roach

11:00am–12:00pm
16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, APPR: All Pikes Peak Reads, Author, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Pikes Peak Library District as we welcome author Mary Roach to discuss her book Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law, a 2025 All Pikes Peak Reads selection.

Manitou Springs BYOBooks Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Authors & Book Groups
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.

Seed Saturdays!

11:00am–1:00pm
All
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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

Stop by the seed library, inside Manitou Springs Library for free wildflower seeds and resources about native species & pollinators.

Escape Room: ChronoShift Reality Rewritten

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

A simple joke gone wrong—an AI-generated post meant for laughs, spirals into a real-life disaster, derailing your friend’s hopes to be elected to the student council. Your mission?

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per participant: Please register for only one session so that others can attend the program. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration so that others can participate.

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! 

 

Build Your Own Miniature Library

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teen
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Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Do you love books? Do you love tiny things? Combine your two loves and join us for a pint-sized program!