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
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, Studios
Event Details:

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

CNC Level 1

10:00am–1:00pm
16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration 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: 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace, Science & Math
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kick off your creativity with our CNC Router! PPLD's ShopBot Desktop CNC is a computer-controlled mill, router, and drill all in one that lets you make your own projects with wood or acrylic.

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.  

Creative space badges: Your completed badges will be added to your library card. If you don’t have a library card, you can sign up online or in person at any Library location. Join us and start making today!

Software notice: This program uses third party software. PPLD is not affiliated with the company that owns it and is not responsible for its content. 

 

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: 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
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.

Manitou Springs BYOBooks Club

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Study 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.

APPR Presents: Author Meg Long

11:00am–12:30pm
Teen, 16-24, Adult
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Teen, 16-24, Adult
Event Type: APPR: All Pikes Peak Reads, Author, Local Author, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Pikes Peak Library District as we welcome local author Meg Long to discuss her book Cold the Night, Fast the Wolves, a 2025 All Pikes Peak Reads selection.

Autumn Wreaths

11:00am–12:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
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, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and festive crafting session as we create unique and beautiful wreaths. We can’t wait to celebrate the autumn season by creating a unique and beautiful wreath! All supplies will be provided. Registration required. 

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.

Seed Saturdays! - EVENT MOVED

11:00am–1:00pm
All
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

Stop by for free wildflower seeds and resources about native species & pollinators.

 

Winter Makerspace Open House

11:00am–2:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family, All
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family, All
Event Type: Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Science & Math
Event Details:

Drop by to create some fun winter crafts and explore what the makerspaces have to offer! Experiment with watercolor winter hats, paper plate gnomes, origami stars, and other projects to give as a gift or keep for yourself.

Social Media Painting Relay

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teen
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever been browsing social media, then stopped to watch a painting tutorial and thought, I want to try that? Well now is the time!

Friends of PPLD 70th Anniversary Tea Party

1:00pm–3:30pm
All
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: All
Event Type: Friends of PPLD
Event Details:

Hold for the Friends of PPLD 70th Anniversary Tea Party.

Scrap Exchange with Who Gives a Scrap

1:00pm–4:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Mobile Library Services
Room: Mobile: City
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

In collaboration with Who Gives a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center, we are hosting an arts, craft, and hobby material exchange!

Cocoa Blend Workshop

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Cooking, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn about and experiment with different types of cocoa and other ingredients to create personalized cocoa blends. Take your custom blends home to enjoy yourself or create a special gift for a friend. Registration required. 

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.

Tween: Nature Wands

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tween 9-12
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Mobile Library Services
Room: Mobile Libraries
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn nature into art by designing a handcrafted nature wand! Young artists will weave, wrap, and decorate their project using a variety of natural and man-made materials.