Free Tax Preparation Services

9:00am–1:00pm
All
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: All
Event Type:
Event Details:

It's tax time!  

Toddler Time

9:30am–10:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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! 

 

Spring Break: Dance A Jig

9:30am–10:30am
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for an Irish celebration with Turning Pointe Dance! Watch a demonstration of traditional Irish dances like the jig, reel, and hornpipe, then give it a try with a fun family Ceili. Learn the steps and immerse y

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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! 

 

Spring Break: The Bark Bunch

10:00am–11:00am
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Family
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Family
Event Type: Performances & Presentations
Event Details:

Join the Bark Bunch and learn how to safely interact with dogs while showing them compassion and understanding.

Studio Camp: Short Film

10:00am–2:00pm
Teen 13-18
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c - Studio 21c
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to learn the ins and outs of producing a short film? Work as a group to make a 3 to 5 minute film from start to finish. You'll learn everything from scripting and storyboarding to filming in a studio and finally post-production editing.

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. 

 

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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! 

 

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy, ,
Event Details:

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

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! 

 

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1-2, and their parents or caregivers. Space is limited. Please note that this program lasts approximately 20 minutes. 

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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! 

 

Spring Break: Dance A Jig

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for an Irish celebration with Turning Pointe Dance! Watch a demonstration of traditional Irish dances like the jig, reel, and hornpipe, then give it a try with a fun family Ceili. Learn the steps and immerse y

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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! 

 

Yoga Flow

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Movement
Event Details:

A yoga class for all, focusing on linking breath and movement. The practice introduces traditional yoga sequences where one pose "flows" into the next.

Intro to Grant Databases

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Registration Required
Event Details:

New to grant seeking or just need a refresher on library databases? Join us for a beginner-friendly tour of our most powerful funding tools!

Paws to Read

4:00pm–5:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Floor
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

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

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! 

 

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games​

4:00pm–6:00pm
Tween 9-12
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Games & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Join us for a tabletop roleplaying game (TRPG)! Create your own hero and explore new worlds in this interactive roleplaying experience.

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! 

 

Adult Education Class

4:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult
Event Type:
Event Details:

Adult Education Class for Britt Bloom

Your Clothes Customized

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teen 13-18
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to add some character to your clothes? Put some pizzazz in your accessories? Bring your own shirts, pants, shoes, hats, headbands, etc., and make them uniquely yours.

Spring Break: The Work Together Comedy, Magic, and Juggling Show 

5:30pm–6:30pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join Ann Lincoln and her real-life dove and rabbit in this live show where anything can happen when we work together. There will be lots of laughs, magic, and fun tricks! Ages 0 - 12.

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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! 

 

Author Talk: Garrett Peck

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Authors & Book Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Pikes Peak Library District as we celebrate National Reading Month and welcome author and historian Garrett Peck to talk about his new book The Bright Edges of the World. Following the talk, Peck will be available for audience questi