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.

Device Drop-in Help

10:00am–11:00am
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Computers & Tech, 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! 

Fountain Craft Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
Event Details:

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters! The Fountain Craft Group meets once monthly on Fridays at 10:00 a.m.

NorthStar Computer Series: Email Basics

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults, Class, Computers & Tech, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Email has become a necessary means of communication to fully engage in our modern world. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of email.

Speak English Group

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults
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.

Custom Pin Buttons

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: Maker Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Using Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, we will create custom pin-back buttons. Learn the steps to design the graphics, print them using PPLD’s wireless printing services, and press your own buttons.

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.  

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. 

 

Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

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! 

 

Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

​​Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers. ​ 

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! 

 

Third Friday Friends of PPLD Book Group

10:30am–12:30pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Authors & Book Groups, Live Indoor
Event Details:

A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!

The March selection is The Traitor's Wife by Allison Pataki.

 

Device Drop In help

11:30am–12:30pm
All
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Age Group: All
Event Type: Community Resources & Job Help
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between [program time], and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Homeschool Science: Heredity: Create a Bug

1:00pm–2:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Homeschool, Kids, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

How does a living being inherit certain traits? Why do offspring resemble their parents? Join the educators from STARBASE Peterson for this fun, interactive program to investigate genetic heredity.

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! 

 

Ruth Holley Book Group

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Authors & Book Groups, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets on the 3rd Friday at 2:00pm.

Movie Matinee

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Games & Movies
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee that meets on the third Friday of every month. No registration required.

Inkscape Design Level 1 & Laser Badging

2:00pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Science & Math
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take the first steps into designing graphics and laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut on 1/8-inch wood pieces.

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. 

 

Sewing Level 2

2:00pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Maker Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take your skills to the next level! Sew a project using PPLD’s sewing machines. We will show you more complex stitches and techniques to help you bring your project ideas to life. All supplies will be provided.

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.  

Teen Craft Group

3:45pm–4:45pm
Teen
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Event Details:

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the third Friday from 3:45 to 4:45.