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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Northstar Computer Series: Microsoft Word 1

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students ...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students to the basics of Microsoft Word.

Laser Badging & Design Level 1: Notebooks

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Don't coast on the laser! Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom notebook designs to...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Don't coast on the laser! Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom notebook designs to engrave and cut. No previous experience required.

Northstar Computer Series: Microsoft Word 2

Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students ...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students to the basics of Microsoft Word.

Image of Elizabeth Acevedo with her book The Poet X.

Learning the Power of Poetry with Bestselling Author Elizabeth Acevedo (9th-12th)

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Author, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Adventurers Programs, Teen Library Programs, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Register here! You’re invited to learn about the power of poetry with Elizabeth Acevedo! In this exciting author conversation and Q&A, Acevedo will provide a short reading f...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Adventurers Programs, Teen Library Programs, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Register here!

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.

Advanced Sewing Skills: Travel Tissue Pouch

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Have you taken Sewing Level 1 and feel ready to take your sewing skills to the next level? Want to learn more about what sewing machines can do? Join us for Advanced Sewing Skills!...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Have you taken Sewing Level 1 and feel ready to take your sewing skills to the next level? Want to learn more about what sewing machines can do? Join us for Advanced Sewing Skills!

Northstar Computer Series: Microsoft Word 3

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students ...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students to the basics of Microsoft Word.

Northstar Computer Series: Microsoft Word Lab

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students ...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Microsoft 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 introduce students to the basics of Microsoft Word.

Genealogy Basics class graphic

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?

Placeholder - Northstar Computer Series: Computer Basics 1

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of compute...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of computers.

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

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Options: Medigap and Medicare Advantage Plans The Four-Part Medicare Series goes beyond the basics of Medicare and retirement. This series i...

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:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare Options: Medigap and Medica

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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

Pre-1850 Research class graphic

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.

Placeholder - Northstar Computer Series: Computer Basics 2

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of compute...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of computers.

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Four-Part Medicare Series : Medicare Part D

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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:

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

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:

Four-Part Medicare Series: Medicare P

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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 a sewing machine. PPLD logo.

Sewing Level 1: Roll-Up Case

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Bag fresh sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a simple roll-up case using a sewing machine. No previous experience is required. All supplies will be provided by ...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Bag fresh sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a simple roll-up case using a sewing machine.

No previous experience is required. All supplies will be provided by PPLD. Ages 9 and up.

Placeholder - Northstar Computer Series: Computer Basics 3

Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of compute...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of computers.

Medicare, Medicaid, and Other Health Insurance Options, Senior

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

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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:

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
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:

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

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.

Advanced Sewing Skills: Wristlet Keychains

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Have you taken Sewing Level 1 and feel ready to take your sewing skills to the next level? Want to learn more about what sewing machines can do? Join us for Advanced Sewing Skills!...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Have you taken Sewing Level 1 and feel ready to take your sewing skills to the next level? Want to learn more about what sewing machines can do? Join us for Advanced Sewing Skills!

Placeholder - Northstar Computer Series: Computer Basics Lab

Thursday, August 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of compute...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of computers.

Genealogy Basics class graphic

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?