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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Manitou Springs Library Fiber Arts Group

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Manitou Springs Meeting Room at Manitou Springs Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Community Public, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Interesting in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more? Bring your fabric arts projects and socialize with other crafters. Fiber Arts groups are open to everyone ages 18+ and are...

Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Community Public, Seniors
Event Details:

Interesting in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more? Bring your fabric arts projects and socialize with other crafters.

Image of a 3d printer creating a round yellow model. PPLD logo.

3D Printer Badging & Modeling Level 1: Keychains

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom projects using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D design software. No previous experience required...

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

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom projects using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D design software. No previous experience required. Please set up a free TinkerCAD.com account before attending.

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!

Friends of PPLD Book Group

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Book Group, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome! 

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

A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!

 

Drop-in Watercolor Painting

Friday, April 18, 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!

Fountain Movie Matinee

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Adults, Movie, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for our bi-monthly Movie Matinee that meets Fridays at 2:00 pm. Registration preferred. Walk-ins welcome. 

Required
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Movie, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for our bi-monthly Movie Matinee that meets Fridays at 2:00 pm. Registration preferred. Walk-ins welcome. 

Movie Matinee

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Penrose Columbine A at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adults, Community Public, Movie
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee that meets on the third Friday of every month. No registration required.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Community Public, Movie
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee that meets on the third Friday of every month. No registration required.

3D Modeling Level 2: Planters

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Dig deeper into 3D design with TinkerCAD! Starting with simple designs, we will grow our knowledge and create unique planters for any décor. Customize and create works of art that ...

Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Dig deeper into 3D design with TinkerCAD! Starting with simple designs, we will grow our knowledge and create unique planters for any décor. Customize and create works of art that can be printed at the Library.

Image of items carved by CNC. PPLD logo.

CNC Level 1

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Kick off your creativity with our CNC Router! PPLD's ShopBot Desktop CNC is a computer-controlled mill, router, and drill all in one that lets you make your own projects with wood ...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Kick off your creativity with our CNC Router! PPLD's ShopBot Desktop CNC is a computer-controlled mill, router, and drill all in one that lets you make your own projects with wood or acrylic.

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!

Library 21c Makerspaces opening at 2pm

All Day
Library 21c: Make (Clean 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 (Clean 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.

Promotional graphic for the Laser Cutter with a laser cut and engraved heart.

Laser Badging & Design Level 1: Coasters

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8...

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

Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8” wood. No previous experience required. Ages 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.  

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!

German Conversation Group

Monday, April 21, 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. 

Senior Chats

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Live Indoor, Seniors
Age Group:
Senior
Event Details:

Staying social can become harder as we get older, but it is not impossible. Join us at Senior Chats! This informal gathering for seniors offers information sharing, networking, and...

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Senior
Event Type: Live Indoor, Seniors
Event Details:
Staying social can become harder as we get older, but it is not impossible. Join us at Senior Chats!

Silver Key Service Extension

Tuesday, April 22, 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...

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, April 22, 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, April 22, 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.

PPAAA Retirement Series: Transportation Options

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adults
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Retirement can be as stressful as it can be fun! Join PPLD and PPAAA for this Retirement Series that will provide information, resources, and fellowship to explore the many ways re...

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

Retirement can be as stressful as it can be fun! Join PPLD and PPAAA for this Retirement Series that will provide information, resources, and fellowship to explore the many ways retirement can be challenging and enjoyable.

PPAAA Retirement Series: Transportation Options Virtual

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

PPAAA Retirement Series : Transportation Options as a Senior - VirtualRetirement can be as stressful as it can be fun! Join PPLD and PPAAA for this Retirement Series that will prov...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

PPAAA Retirement Series : Transportation Options as a Senior - Virtual

Device Drop-In Help

Tuesday, April 22, 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 "Researching Your Female Ancestors" with a woman in a white outfit lounging on a couch in the background

Researching Your Female Ancestors (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
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: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 89
Event Details:

Researching your female ancestors can be a difficult, yet rewarding, process.

Evening Yoga

Tuesday, April 22, 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.

Yoga Flow

Wednesday, April 23, 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.

A picture of the Super Mario Bros movie poster.

Library Explorers

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Library Explorers
Age Group:
Adult, Senior, Family
Event Details:

Library Explorers gives adults with differing physical and developmental abilities the opportunity to enjoy accessible Library programs that fit their abilities and individual need...

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults, Library Explorers
Event Details:

Library Explorers gives adults with differing physical and developmental abilities the opportunity to enjoy accessible Library programs that fit their abilities and individual needs.

NorthStar Computer Series: Email Basics Lab

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adults, Class, Computer Classes, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

  Email basics Lab   Practice your computer skills and prepare for the upcoming ’Microsoft Word’ class in library 21c. Get help signing up for a NorthStar Digita...

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

Email basics Lab

 

Sand Creek Book Group

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sand Creek Conference Room at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Thursday from 10am to 12pm. This month we will be reading A Man Called Ove by Frederick Backman (AManCalledOve ). Book g...

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Thursday from 10am to 12pm.