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Board of Trustees Work Session

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Penrose Columbine at Penrose Library
Event Type:
PPLD: Board of Trustees
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Board 2025 budget work session with Finance and CEO.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: PPLD: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

Board 2025 budget work session with Finance and CEO.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Math Tutoring

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
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, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Type: Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Seasonal Sign Painting with SK Designs

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Kathy of SK Designs to paint a seasonal, decorative sign. All materials provided. Space is limited. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join Kathy of SK Designs to paint a seasonal, decorative sign. All materials provided. Space is limited. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

HSE class (High School Equivalency: GED/HiSET)

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The GED, HiSET  are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offer Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for...

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

The GED, HiSET  are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offer Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for such tests. We offer preparation for Language Arts, Social St

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Virtual Author Visits: Native Rights and Culture in Fiction – A Conversation with Mona Susan Power

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Author, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Link to Registration Form on Library Speakers Consortium. You’re invited to join us as Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel A Council of Dolls. This conversation h...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Speak English Group

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:45pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room A at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Community Public, Foreign Language
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This group is an informal English language conversation group for adults who speak some English. Classes are free and no registration is necessary.

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Community Public, Foreign Language
Event Details:

This group is an informal English language conversation group for adults who speak some English. Classes are free and no registration is necessary.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Board of Trustees meeting

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Penrose Columbine at Penrose Library
Event Type:
PPLD: Board of Trustees
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

regular Board of Trustees monthly meeting.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: PPLD: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

regular Board of Trustees monthly meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Sand Creek Book Club

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

March by Geraldine Brooks Read the book and join the discussion. Copies of the book can be picked up at Sand Creek Library.

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

March by Geraldine Brooks

Read the book and join the discussion.

Copies of the book can be picked up at Sand Creek Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Housing Options To Age In Place : PPAAA Retirement Series

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Annex at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Housing Options To Age In Place : PPAAA Retirement Series  Join Cindi Nelson, BA and Melissa Marts, MA with Area Agency on Aging in an interactive discussion surrounding af...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Annex
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Housing Options To Age In Place

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Old Colorado City Book Group

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Old Colorado City Library meets monthly in person (call about Zoom options) to discuss favorite popular and timely fiction and non-fiction.  See PDF link for upcoming book...

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

The Old Colorado City Library meets monthly in person (call about Zoom options) to discuss favorite popular and timely fiction and non-fiction.  See PDF link for upcoming book titles.  Attendees are welcome to bring their own lunch.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Library 21c Art Inspiration

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided. Ages 18 an up. Registration is required for this free p...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided.

Ages 18 an up. Registration is required for this free program.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Career Navigator office hours / Horas de oficina del Navegador de Carreras

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ruth Holley Adult Education Office at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs. Searching for a career also includes identifying your skills and interests, considering what you value...

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Office
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "All" group.

Clay Exploration: Mugs

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Creative Services Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M.
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
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: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
Event Type: Creative Services Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M.
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL CLASSES

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language. Classes are focused on: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. We offer Beginning, Intermed...

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Device Drop-In Help

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Penrose Bay Area at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, 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!  Registration is not required.  Plea...

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Bay Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

 Need help with your laptop,

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL CLASSES

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language. Classes are focused on: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. We offer Beginning, Intermed...

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

NorthStar Computer Series - Internet Basics Lab

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Internet Basic Lab    Practice the skills learned in the previous “Internet Basics” series. Practice your computer skills and take a proctored assessment. Get...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Internet Basic Lab&n

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Speak English Group

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs
Age Group:
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 practic...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Yarnettes Fiber Group

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: B6 at Library 21c
Event Type:
Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join this fun group of fiber friends for a couple of hours of working on projects. 

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Event Details:

Join this fun group of fiber friends for a couple of hours of working on projects. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Library 21c Makerspaces opening at 2pm

All Day
Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family
Event Type: Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

3D Printer Badging & Modeling Level 1: Buttons

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M., Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom buttons using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D designing software. Get creative with your design...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M., Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom buttons using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D designing software. Get creative with your designs and your fashion choices. No previous experience required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

BYO Book Club Postponed!

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ute Pass Community Events at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Bring Your Own Book Club normally meets once a month at Ute Pass Library on select Saturdays. This month we are postponing our meeting until January due to the holidays.

Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Events
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs
Event Details:

The Bring Your Own Book Club normally meets once a month at Ute Pass Library on select Saturdays. This month we are postponing our meeting until January due to the holidays.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

BYO Book Club: Theme TBD

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Bring Your Own Book Club meets once a month at Ute Pass Library on select Saturdays. Each month we will draw a different genre and book club members will be able to choose whic...

Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Book Clubs
Event Details:

The Bring Your Own Book Club meets once a month at Ute Pass Library on select Saturdays. Each month we will draw a different genre and book club members will be able to choose which book they read and share their thoughts with the group. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All" group.

Community Resources open hours

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Penrose Library
Event Type:
Community Resources
Age Group:
Adults, All
Event Details:

Come speak with a Community Resources Specialist to receive resources or information you are in need of in El Paso County.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Age Group: Adults, All
Event Type: Community Resources
Event Details:

Come speak with a Community Resources Specialist to receive resources or information you are in need of in El Paso County.