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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Library Explorers

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
Library Explorers
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
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
Event Type: 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.

This month, come and enjoy an activity!

NorthStar Series

NorthStar Computer Series: Microsoft Word -Lab 1

Thursday, May 22, 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:

Microsoft Word Lab 1Microsoft Word has become the most popular word processing program and is a basic component of the Microsoft Office suite of programs. This class is designed to...

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:

Microsoft Word Lab 1

Sand Creek Book Group

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room B 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 Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus (LessonsInChemistry). Book gr...

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
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.

Dining with Diabetes

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Library 21c: Kitchen at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Class, Cooking, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Dining with Diabetes is a Colorado State University Research and Extension health and wellness program that consist of a series of four in-person classes that includes general diab...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Kitchen
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Class, Cooking, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Dining with Diabetes is a Colorado State University Research and Extension health and wellness program that consist of a series of four in-person classes that includes general diabetes information, eating plans

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.

Clay Exploration: Mini Planters

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adults, 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, 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.

Device Drop-in Help

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Penrose 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: Penrose Library
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! 

Manitou Springs Library Fiber Arts Group

Friday, May 23, 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.

Library 21c Fiber Arts Group

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more? Bring your stitching, knitting, crocheting project, or more and socialize with other crafters. Fiber Arts groups are open t...

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

Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more? Bring your stitching, knitting, crocheting project, or more and socialize with other crafters.

The Cover of "The Screwtape Letters" by C.S. Lewis. It depicts an inkwell pen writing the title of the book against a background that is yellow, white, and red, from top to bottom.

Ruth Holley Book Group

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Friday of every month. This month we will be reading The Screwtape Letters: and, Screwtape Proposes a Toast by C.S. Lewis (Li...

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

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Friday of every month. This month we will be reading The Screwtape Letters: and, Screwtape Proposes a Toast by C.S.

Silhouette Level 1: Heat Transfer Vinyl

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy Heat Transfer Vinyl designs. We will make designs to put on a tote bag, and the techniques can be used to make lots of other pr...

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, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy Heat Transfer Vinyl designs. We will make designs to put on a tote bag, and the techniques can be used to make lots of other projects like custom shirts, papercrafts, decals, and more!

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.  

Silhouette Level 1: HTV Easy Press

Friday, May 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy heat transfer designs. We will make designs to put on a tote bag and the techniques can be used to make lots of other projects ...

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:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy heat transfer designs. We will make designs to put on a tote bag and the techniques can be used to make lots of other projects like custom shirts, papercrafts, decals, and more!

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.  

Image of items carved by CNC. PPLD logo.

CNC Level 1

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Makerspace, 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, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.  

Senior Chats

Tuesday, May 27, 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, May 27, 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 27, 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 27, 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.

Device Drop-In Help

Tuesday, May 27, 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 "Sharing Your Family History" with two women sitting on a couch in a living room and smiling while looking at a tablet computer in the background

Sharing Your Family History (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
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: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 96
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.

Evening Yoga

Tuesday, May 27, 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.

The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel movie poster

Senior Movie Matinee

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Community/ Annex at East Library
Event Type:
Adults, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Movie, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Senior Movie Matinee that meets Wednesday from 10am-noon. No registration required. No outside food will be allowed. All drinks must have lid...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Movie, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 73
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Senior Movie Matinee that meets Wednesday from 10am-noon. No registration required. 

No outside food will be allowed. All drinks must have lids. Popcorn and water will be provided. 

Yoga Flow

Wednesday, May 28, 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.

Felted Crafts

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Learn all the possibilities of felt, from wall hangings, coasters, place mats, and so much more! We provide the instructions and materials, and you bring the imagination to create ...

Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn all the possibilities of felt, from wall hangings, coasters, place mats, and so much more! We provide the instructions and materials, and you bring the imagination to create a personalized felt craft. 

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.

NorthStar Series

Northstar Computer Series: Microsoft Word -Lab 2

Thursday, May 29, 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:

Microsoft Word Lab 2Microsoft Word has become the most popular word processing program and is a basic component of the Microsoft Office suite of programs. This class is designed to...

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:

Microsoft Word Lab 2

Mixed Media Fusion Journals

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Learn all the possibilities of felt, from wall hangings, coasters, place mats, and so much more! We provide the instructions and materials, and you bring the imagination to create ...

Required
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Learn all the possibilities of felt, from wall hangings, coasters, place mats, and so much more! We provide the instructions and materials, and you bring the imagination to create a personalized felt craft.