PPLD Update:

Old Colorado City Library will be closed on Sat., May 25 for Territory Days.  The elibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

PPLD Update:

All Pikes Peak Library District locations will be closed Mon., May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.  The elibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

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Sharing Your Family History (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

There are many ways to share your genealogy research with future generations. But with so many available tools and methods, getting started can be overwhelming. In this class, we’l...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 91
Event Details:

There are many ways to share your genealogy research with future generations. But with so many available tools and methods, getting started can be overwhelming.

Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health Insurance Options, Senior

Four-Part Medicare Series : Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health Insurance Options – What you need to know - Livestream

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health Insurance Options – What you need to know The Four-Part Medicare Series goes beyond the basics of Medicare and r...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 42
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills? Join us for an introduction to genealogy research st...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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For the Love of Mars: A Human History of the Red Planet with Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Author, Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Adventurers Programs, Library Explorers Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
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Register Here! Mars and its secrets have fascinated and mystified humans since ancient times. Due to its vivid color and visibility, geologic kinship with Earth, and potential a...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Adventurers Programs, Library Explorers Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Register Here!

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End of Life Conversations - Livestream

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

End of Life Conversations - Livestream Compassion & Choices is the nation’s oldest, largest, and most active nonprofit organization committed to improving care and expanding...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

End of Life Conversations - Livestream

Compassion & Choices is the nation

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Researching Your Female Ancestors (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Researching your female ancestors can be a difficult, yet rewarding, process. Women’s rights and positions in society varied by time and place, often making their records harder to...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Researching your female ancestors can be a difficult, yet rewarding, process. Women’s rights and positions in society varied by time and place, often making their records harder to trace (and how do we find those elusive maiden names?!).

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Psychological Thrillers and the Queen of Twists– An Author Talk with Freida McFadden

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Author, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Registration here! Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden! McFadden will join us to chat about writing psychologic...

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

Registration here!

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Unpacking a History of Systemic Racism in the American Education System with Tiffany Jewell

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Author, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Register here! Join us as #1 New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she prese...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Register here!

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Ancestry Basics (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Ancestry Library Edition is a great place to get started with your genealogical research! Learn more about this incredible database, including how to search for records, limit your...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Ancestry Library Edition is a great place to get started with your genealogical research!

Census Records

Census Records (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Census records are an excellent tool for genealogical research. Join us to learn more about how to use library resources to navigate and access census records, basic search strateg...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Census records are an excellent tool for genealogical research. Join us to learn more about how to use library resources to navigate and access census records, basic search strategies, and tips and tricks for locating your hidden ancestors.

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills? Join us for an introduction to genealogy research st...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

PPLD Genealogy Resources

PPLD Genealogy Resources (virtual class)

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Pikes Peak Library District offers many resources to aid you with your genealogical research. This class will provide an overview of our databases, reference materials, and additio...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Pikes Peak Library District offers many resources to aid you with your genealogical research. This class will provide an overview of our databases, reference materials, and additional services to help you take your research to the next level.

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills? Join us for an introduction to genealogy research st...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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Four-Part Medicare Series : Medicare Eligibility and Coverage (Part A/B) - Livestream

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Eligibility and Coverage (Part A/B) The Four-Part Medicare Series goes beyond the basics of Medicare and retirement. This series is designed...

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

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Eligibility and Coverage (P

Image of Dr. Jennifer Levasseur with the book Behind the Scenes at the Space Station.

Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Author, Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Adventurers Programs, Library Explorers Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
Event Details:

Link to Register for the program. You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Adventurers Programs, Library Explorers Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Link to Register for the program.

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Four-Part Medicare Series : Medicare Options: Medigap and Medicare Advantage Plans - Livestream

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Options: Medigap and Medicare Advantage Plans - Livesteam The Four-Part Medicare Series goes beyond the basics of Medicare and retirement. Th...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Options: Medigap and Medicare Advantage Plans - Livesteam

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Pre-1850 Research (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Researching ancestors in the United States before 1850 can be a challenge. Census records contain far fewer names, vital records are less standardized, and time has taken its toll ...

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

Researching ancestors in the United States before 1850 can be a challenge. Census records contain far fewer names, vital records are less standardized, and time has taken its toll on documents, photographs, and grave markers.

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Four-Part Medicare Series : Medicare Part D - Livestream

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Part D - Livestream The Four-Part Medicare Series goes beyond the basics of Medicare and retirement. This series is designed and presented by...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Part D - Livestream

Image of Shelby Van Pelt with her book Remarkably Bright Creatures.

An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with novelist Shelby Van Pelt

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Author, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Explorers Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Link to Registration Form on Library Speakers Consortium. We invite you to join us as we chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about ...

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

Link to Registration Form on Library Speakers Consortium.

Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health Insurance Options, Senior

Four-Part Medicare Series : Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health Insurance Options – What you need to know - Livestream

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Class, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health Insurance Options – What you need to know The Four-Part Medicare Series goes beyond the basics of Medicare and r...

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

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health

Researching African American Ancestors

Researching African American Ancestors (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Researching your African American ancestors can be a challenging, yet rewarding, process. In addition to research strategies, this class will cover how to use both traditional and ...

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

Researching your African American ancestors can be a challenging, yet rewarding, process. In addition to research strategies, this class will cover how to use both traditional and unique resources to explore your family tree.

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills? Join us for an introduction to genealogy research st...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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Google for Genealogy Research (virtual class)

Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Google is an amazing tool for research! In this class, we'll cover how to perform more effective genealogy searches and provide an overview of some of Google's best tools for resea...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Google is an amazing tool for research! In this class, we'll cover how to perform more effective genealogy searches and provide an overview of some of Google's best tools for researching your ancestors.

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FamilySearch Basics (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Want to discover more about your ancestors? FamilySearch is an incredible, free resource with unique content you'll want to dive into! In this class we'll cover how to search for r...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Genealogy Library Programs, History Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Want to discover more about your ancestors? FamilySearch is an incredible, free resource with unique content you'll want to dive into!