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Library laptops are available for use in our downstairs meeting room. Library staff will be on hand either to assist with personal projects from job skills to Microsoft Office products, or provide practice materials on computer basics. No registratio...

Participants will learn about the process of grant writing and elements of a proposal, with tips from foundations.  Workshop geared to novice grant writers. ...

Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class. ...

Learn the uniquely Chinese dance-like Jian (straight sword) and DaoI (broadsword) forms. The Jian sword form is fairly meditative, while the Daol sword form is quite energetic. A word of caution: regular practi...

For adults wanting to improve their workplace and every day English language skills. Classes provide instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Registration is required. New students must attend ESL Orientation to register and take a p...

PPLD Adult Education High School Equivalency (HSE) program offers free classes for adults. Using trained instructors, we will help students who need to obtain GED, HiSET, or TASC credentials, which are the alternative to a high scho...

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you're interested! We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from some sensory accommodations li...

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Barbara Mills from Springs French Music Lingua for a unique program that teaches French to children ages 8 and under using a fun mix of music, movement, art, drama and storytelling! Register for the FREE French class onlin...

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannel boards, puppets, songs and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sounds, rhythm and rhyme in a playful en...

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you’re interested! We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from some sensory accommodations li...

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, songs, and activities. We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from some sensory accommodations like fidget items ...

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere. ...

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. SPACE IS LIMITED TO F...

A children’s librarian will lead an art, craft, or experiment project with items that can be found in a cupboard. Can’t make it live? You can always view the videos whenever it’s convenient for you. All videos are available for viewing later on Yo...

Grab your favorite beverage and join us for a virtual current events discussion moderated by PPLD staff. Space in each discussion is limited, so register ahead of time to ensure your spot! This discussion will be hosted via Zoom, and a Zoom link will...

Regular meeting to plan advertising efforts  ...

If you have reached the end of your watch list or reading list and need a few new recommendations, join us on Facebook Mondays and Thursdays for some real-time suggestions. You post three books, movies, authors or TV shows that you like and BAM!...

During Open Hours, Make II is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis. Patrons must be badged to use a machine during a separate appointment ...

Join us for an after school adventure: jigsaw puzzles, table games, art projects and more. This program is for school aged kids and their siblings. Today: BeeBots! Come and learn very simple programming. Can you count? Then you can do this! Rem...

Come stop by the ERC! Located on the upper floor of East Library. Call 531.6333 x1416 if you have any questions. Learn more at ppld.org/erc. ...

Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs! ...

Children attending this program will learn about Newton's First Law of Motion and test it out by building a speed racer to take home. For ages 5-12. If your child might benefit from sensory accommodations like fidget items or noise-reducing headph...

Kids will use all sorts of assorted materials to glue in any pattern/shape/randomness that they want on their vinyl record. This is a process art activity and kids can decorate their vinyl record however they would like. Ages 8-12. ...

Your child will learn physics concepts by creating a marble run, marble trampolines, and an air blaster. For ages 8-12. ...

Please join Pikes Peak Library District’s Adult Education Department in celebrating another successful year. We are so proud of our students and volunteers! ...

Stressing out over finals? Come relax with our Paws-to-Study therapy dogs at the Library!  Open to ages 12-18 #learnatyourlibrary See more programs like this by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/wep5zrl ...

PPLD Adult Education High School Equivalency (HSE) program offers free classes for adults. Using trained instructors, we will help students who need to obtain GED, HiSET, or TASC credentials, which are the alternative to a high school dip...

If you and your canine best friend are missing the dog park, stop by our Yappy Hour to virtually connect with other dogs and their humans! Meet other dog and human pairs from nearby, learn how they are making the most of time at home, and challenges ...

Speak English groups are informal English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills. Each group meets once a week for two hours. Classes are free and no registration is necessary. ...

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Practice upcycling by turning an old t-shirt into a tote bag for yourself! Working with other tweens, weave more old T-shirts into a collaborative piece of artwork to display in the library. T-shirts will be provided, but feel free to bring your own....

*Drop In Watercolor is momentarily paused, and we look forward to hosting it in Spring 2020.* *We are currently looking for a volunteer to help us host this program. If you are interested in volunteering, apply here: https://ppld.org/voluntee...

The Mystery Lovers Book Group at Library 21c meets the 3rd Thursday January-November in B4 (New Room for 2020.) In December, we meet on the 2nd Thursday, December 10. Join us! Drop ins welcome. ...

Let’s geek out!  Join our Penrose team each week to discuss your favorite genres/topics in pop culture.  Each week we will discuss a different topic.  On May 21st, we will be discussing sci-fi -- books or on screen, come discuss your f...