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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AI for Adults

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
East Annex at East Library
Event Type:
Adults, Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

 Are you worried about the future of Artificial Intelligence? Come learn how AI becomes, well, intelligent! In this introductory session, you will learn the basics of AI, find...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Annex
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

 

Image of a sewing machine. PPLD logo.

Sewing Level 1: Roll-Up Case

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

Manitou Springs BYO Book Club

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Manitou Springs Study Room at Manitou Springs Library
Event Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly Bring Your Own book group that meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. Patrons are encouraged to bring their latest read and share their thoughts with the ...

Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly Bring Your Own book group that meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. Patrons are encouraged to bring their latest read and share their thoughts with the group.

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

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sand Creek Conference Room at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adult
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: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

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

German Conversation Group

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

A lively conversation group for intermediate and advanced German speakers. 

Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor
Event Details:

A lively conversation group for intermediate and advanced German speakers. 

Cheyenne Mountain Mystery Book Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cheyenne Study Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us to discuss mysteries! This book club is patron-led. 

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to discuss mysteries! This book club is patron-led. 

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

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ruth Holley Adult Education Office at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adult
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: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

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

Nonprofit Connections Group

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Robert Hilbert Nonprofit Resource Center (Regional History & Genealogy) at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adults, Nonprofit
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We're excited to announce a new group for nonprofits!Our Nonprofit Connections Group will come to together once a month for a facilitated conversation about a relevant topic, such ...

Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Robert Hilbert Nonprofit Resource Center (Regional History & Genealogy)
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults, Nonprofit
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

We're excited to announce a new group for nonprofits!

Silver Key Service Extension

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Community Public
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Falcon/High Prairie) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  Eligibility: Anyone 60 ...

Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Falcon/High Prairie) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  

Silver Key Extension

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Calhan Meeting Room at Calhan Library
Event Type:
Community Public
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Calhan) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  Eligibility: Anyone 60 years of age ...

Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Calhan) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  

Socrates Cafe

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

This adult group discusses all kinds of subjects such as philosophy, religions, politics, morality, and the common threads among humanity. All are welcome to attend this well-moder...

Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor
Event Details:

This adult group discusses all kinds of subjects such as philosophy, religions, politics, morality, and the common threads among humanity. All are welcome to attend this well-moderated and thought-provoking group.

Speak English Group

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adults
Age Group:
Adult
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: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, 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 practice English.

Native Plants

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adults, Class
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Learn about native plants with Allisa Linfield, a horticulture specialists from El Paso Count CSU Extension office. Find out how to incorporate them into your landscaping.

Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Learn about native plants with Allisa Linfield, a horticulture specialists from El Paso Count CSU Extension office. Find out how to incorporate them into your landscaping.

Device Drop-In Help

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
East F1 at East Library
Event Type:
Adults, Computer Classes, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
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.  Please bring po...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Computer Classes, 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! 

Graphic displaying text "Vital Records" with a close up image of someone's hands pulling a document out of a filing cabinet in the background

Vital Records (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Vital records are key genealogical documents that provide proof of life events, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce. Learn more about these records, what information and ...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

Vital records are key genealogical documents that provide proof of life events, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce.

Evening Yoga

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen
Age Group:
16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for this weekly Vinyasa Flow/Power Vinyasa yoga class led by yoga instructor Megan Conway. This yoga program is for all experience levels. Please bring a mat or towel and a...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:

Join us for this weekly Vinyasa Flow/Power Vinyasa yoga class led by yoga instructor Megan Conway. This yoga program is for all experience levels.

VIRTUAL LENA Start Tuesday Evenings

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Adult
Event Details:

ATTENTION:Before registering, please ensure you are able to attend one of the in-person orientation sessions on Tuesday, April 8, 6-7 p.m. OR Wednesday, April 9, 12-1 p.m. at Penro...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Adult
Event Type: Adults, Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

ATTENTION:

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

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Ruth Holley Adult Education Office at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adult
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: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

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

Nonprofit Workshop - Foundation Directory Searching

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Nonprofit
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Learn how to maximize the Foundation Directory Professional's tools to identify potential grants. The Foundation Directory database provides information including grant recipi...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults, Nonprofit
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Learn how to maximize the Foundation Directory Professional's tools to identify potential grants. The Foundation Directory database provides information including grant recipients, their location, dollar amounts granted, and suggested funders

VIRTUAL LENA Start Wednesday Afternoons

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Adult
Event Details:

ATTENTION:Before registering, please ensure you are able to attend one of the in-person orientation sessions on Tuesday, April 8, 6-7 p.m. OR Wednesday, April 9, 12-1 p.m. at Penro...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Adult
Event Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

ATTENTION:

Yoga Flow

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
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. Perfect for beginners but le...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors
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.

Nonprofit Office Hours at 21C

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library 21c: B2 at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Nonprofit
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join our Nonprofit Librarian for an in-person 1:1 session. Bring your questions relating to grant seeking, grant writing, nonprofits, etc. Walk-in's are welcome but if you wish to ...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B2
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adults, Nonprofit
Event Details:

Join our Nonprofit Librarian for an in-person 1:1 session. Bring your questions relating to grant seeking, grant writing, nonprofits, etc.

Math Tutoring

Wednesday, May 14, 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.

Author Liann Zhang and book cover of Julie Chan is dead

Virtual Author Visits - On Writing a Brilliant, Dark, and Diabolical Thriller with Author Liann Zhang

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Author, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Link to the information page on Library Speakers Consortium.Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for a propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she cha...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Author, Seniors, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Link to the information page on Library Speakers Consortium.