East Library will begin an elevator modernization project lasting approximately six weeks on Wed., March 12.

The Library will remain open, but the 2nd floor will only have stair access. Visit ppld.org/east-library-improvements for more information.  

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FCS Homeschool Art Show Event

Homeschool Art Show Exhibit

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids, Live Indoor, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Drop by to check out the Homeschool Art Show, exhibited in the East Library Children's area throughout the month of April. Artwork has been provided by homeschoolers, Grades K - 12...

Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids, Live Indoor, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Drop by to check out the Homeschool Art Show, exhibited in the East Library Children's area throughout the month of April. Artwork has been provided by homeschoolers, Grades K - 12, from across the Pikes Peak Library District!

 

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Seats are limit...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Seats are limited to 20 each week. Registration is required.

Silhouette Level 1: Stickers

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo, a die cutting machine, to create easy vinyl designs. We will be making decals you can put on your car or water bottle, and you'll learn techn...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo, a die cutting machine, to create easy vinyl designs. We will be making decals you can put on your car or water bottle, and you'll learn techniques that can be used to make custom shirts, signs, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors 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 ages 9 – 11 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Math Tutoring

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring i...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Teen Advisory Board

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Penrose Teen Space at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for t...

Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Teen Space
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for the Library, and engage in leadership development opportunities.

Clay Exploration: Garden Markers

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adults, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us and experiment with clay at the Sand Creek Library Makerspace in a two-part class. In part one you will learn how to shape a project out of clay, and in part two you will l...

Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us and experiment with clay at the Sand Creek Library Makerspace in a two-part class.

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for t...

Required
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for the Library, and engage in leadership development opportunities.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Ages 12 - 18. Spa...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Ages 12 - 18. Space is limited to 15 participants. Registration required.
The title, "Homeschool Resource Fair," is accompanied by graphics of a lightbulb, ruler, etc.

Annual Homeschool Resource Fair

Friday, April 11, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Family
Event Details:

Are you a homeschool family or interested in getting started in homeschooling? Our annual Homeschool Resource Fair features a wide variety of local exhibitors offering educational ...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Are you a homeschool family or interested in getting started in homeschooling? Our annual Homeschool Resource Fair features a wide variety of local exhibitors offering educational and extracurricular opportunities for homeschooling families.

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! 

 

Library 21c Makerspaces opening at 2pm

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

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

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

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

Jigsaw Puzzle Swap

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Adults, Intergenerational, Seniors, Teen
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Give a puzzle, get a new-to-you puzzle in exchange at the Jigsaw Puzzle Swap.  We will only accept gently used puzzles. Open to ages 16 and up.

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Intergenerational, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:
Give a puzzle, get a new-to-you puzzle in exchange at the Jigsaw Puzzle Swap.  We will only accept gently used puzzles. Open to ages 16 and up.

Silhouette Level 1: HTV Easy Press

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy heat transfer vinyl (HTV) designs. We will make designs to put on a tote bag, and the techniques can be used to make lots of ot...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy heat transfer vinyl (HTV) designs.

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors 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 ages 9 – 11 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Vinyl Record Art

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adults, Teen
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Create a masterpiece on a vinyl record. We will provide inspiration for celebrations and other fun and unique ideas. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Event Type: Adults, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Create a masterpiece on a vinyl record. We will provide inspiration for celebrations and other fun and unique ideas. Registration required.

Teen Anime Club

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Love Anime? Come hang out with other teens that share your passion! Some anime shown may be rated PG-13 or TV-14. Cosplay is welcome! Ages 12 - 18.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Love Anime? Come hang out with other teens that share your passion! Some anime shown may be rated PG-13 or TV-14. Cosplay is welcome! Ages 12 - 18.

Drop-in Watercolor

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Come to Fountain Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushe...

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Come to Fountain Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushes, paint, and paper; just bring yourself!

Meet a Master Maker

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us at the Sand Creek makerspace to meet Master Maker, Debbie! In this hands-on demonstration, Debbie will show you how to use the laser to create CD suncatchers. Debbie i...

Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us at the Sand Creek makerspace to meet Master Maker, Debbie! In this hands-on demonstration, Debbie will show you how to use the laser to create CD suncatchers. 

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors 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 ages 9 – 11 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East Teen Center (ETC) A & B at East Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for t...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for the Library, and engage in leadership development opportunities.

Teen Anime Club

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Penrose Aspen Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Love Anime? Come hang out with other teens that share your passion! Some anime shown may be rated PG-13 or TV-14. Cosplay is welcome! Ages 12 - 18.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Love Anime? Come hang out with other teens that share your passion! Some anime shown may be rated PG-13 or TV-14. Cosplay is welcome! Ages 12 - 18.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Seats are limit...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Seats are limited to 20 each week. Registration is required.

Narcan Training

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
East Annex at East Library
Event Type:
Class
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

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Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Annex
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Event Type: Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Narcan Training For PPLD Employees and Patrons

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Math Tutoring

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring i...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

A brush point to the title 'Drop-In Watercolor Painting' which floats over a white background with paint palette to one side and a purple splotch in the center.

Drop-In Watercolor

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Come to High Prairie Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the br...

Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Come to High Prairie Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushes, paint, and paper; just bring yourself!

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! 

 

Vinyl Record Art

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Intergenerational, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Details:

Create a masterpiece on a vinyl record. We will provide inspiration for celebrations and other fun and unique ideas. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Intergenerational, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Create a masterpiece on a vinyl record. We will provide inspiration for celebrations and other fun and unique ideas. 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.

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! 

 

Teen Games

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Games & Gaming, Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

 Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! We will being playing Mario Cart or Super Smash Bros on the Switch! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun! Ages 12-1...

Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
Event Details:

 Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! We will being playing Mario Cart or Super Smash Bros on the Switch! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun! Ages 12-18.