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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Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, June 19, 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.

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Homeschool Curriculum Swap

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Community/ Annex at East Library
Event Type:
Adults, Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Family
Event Details:

Looking for new curriculum and/or educational materials? Have a curriculum you don’t need? Homeschoolers can bring curriculum, educational materials, books, and more to give to oth...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Family
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Looking for new curriculum and/or educational materials? Have a curriculum you don’t need? Homeschoolers can bring curriculum, educational materials, books, and more to give to other homeschoolers at this once-a-year event. No selling.

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! 

 

Drop-in Watercolor Painting

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace and Studios, Seniors, Teen
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Come to Old Colorado City 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 t...

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace and Studios, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:

Come to Old Colorado City 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!

Sewing Level 1: Bags

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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:

Gain new sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a basic project using a sewing machine. No previous experience required. All supplies will be provided. Ages and 9 and ...

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: 6
Event Details:

Gain new sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a basic project using a sewing machine. No previous experience required. All supplies will be provided. Ages and 9 and up. 

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 Games

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun! Ages 12-18.

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun! Ages 12-18.

Teen Games

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! Have fun playing Nintendo Switch and Xbox games! Or Have fun playing board games! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun!

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! Have fun playing Nintendo Switch and Xbox games! Or Have fun playing board games! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun!

Tween: Block Building Flower Art

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Minecraft? Do you feel like your space could use some new decorations? Stop by the Library and create a wooden Minecraft flower! Choose from a variety of designs t...

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Minecraft? Do you feel like your space could use some new decorations? Stop by the Library and create a wooden Minecraft flower! Choose from a variety of designs to build and paint your own decoration.

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.

Fantasy Map Making and Figure Painting

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Penrose Aspen Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming, Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Dungeons & Dragons? Join us as we create our own fantasy maps and paint playable Dungeons & Dragons figurines! Each participant will leave with their own u...

Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Dungeons & Dragons? Join us as we create our own fantasy maps and paint playable Dungeons & Dragons figurines! Each participant will leave with their own unique map and figurine. For ages 12 - 18.

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.

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.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument 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: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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 8 participants. Registration required.

Laser Design Level 2

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Dig deeper into laser design with Inkspace! Starting with the simple designs, we will build our knowledge and create unique box designs. Customize and create works of art that you ...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Dig deeper into laser design with Inkspace! Starting with the simple designs, we will build our knowledge and create unique box designs. Customize and create works of art that you can print at the Library.

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.  

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!

Coding Series: Art

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme is Art!

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! 

 

"I'm with the Band!" Bracelets

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Penrose Pine Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Music, Teen
Age Group:
Teen, 16-24
Event Details:

Where do your musical loyalties fall? Show the world with a personalized bracelet that represents your favorite band or musician. We will provide the supplies so you can show off y...

Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Pine Room
Age Group: Teen, 16-24
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Music, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Where do your musical loyalties fall? Show the world with a personalized bracelet that represents your favorite band or musician. We will provide the supplies so you can show off your band spirit with your own personalized bracelet!

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.

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.

Coding Series: Art

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme is Art!

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! 

 

Teen and Tween: Terrariums

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Design your own terrarium, complete with your favorite Animal Crossing characters! Choose from a variety of fun stickers to decorate your terrarium. Ages 9 - 18. 

Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Design your own terrarium, complete with your favorite Animal Crossing characters! Choose from a variety of fun stickers to decorate your terrarium. Ages 9 - 18. 

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center 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: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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.

Coding Series: Art

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme is Art!

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! 

 

Shark Plushies

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

From “Baby Shark” to Jaws, sharks are everywhere in our pop culture. Everyone has their opinion about the ocean's most misunderstood sea creature. Join us and learn about sharks wh...

Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

From “Baby Shark” to Jaws, sharks are everywhere in our pop culture. Everyone has their opinion about the ocean's most misunderstood sea creature. Join us and learn about sharks while creating your own shark plushie!

Teen Anime Club

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
East Teen Center (ETC) A & B at East 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: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
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.

Coding Series: Art

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme is Art!

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! 

 

All Ages Life-Size Board Game Party

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Adults, Games & Gaming, Intergenerational, Kids, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family, All
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and enjoy a twist on your standard game night using our popular life-sized board games! Choose from Life-Size Candyland, Life-Size Battleship, and Life-Size ...

Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family, All
Event Type: Adults, Games & Gaming, Intergenerational, Kids, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and enjoy a twist on your standard game night using our popular life-sized board games! Choose from Life-Size Candyland, Life-Size Battleship, and Life-Size Clue.

Coding Series: Art

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Penrose Columbine A at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme...

Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme is Art!

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.

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.

Teen Games

Thursday, June 26, 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.

"I'm with the Band!" Bracelets

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen, 16-24
Event Details:

Where do your musical loyalties fall? Show the world with a personalized bracelet that represents your favorite band or musician. We will provide the supplies so you can show off y...

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, 16-24
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Where do your musical loyalties fall? Show the world with a personalized bracelet that represents your favorite band or musician. We will provide the supplies so you can show off your band spirit with your own personalized bracelet!

Clay Exploration: Coasters

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, 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, Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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