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This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Games & Movies
Age Group:
Teen 13-18

Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world’s greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate.  Ages 13-18. Space is limited to 5 participants. Registration required.  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Games & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world’s greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate.  Ages 13-18. Space is limited to 5 participants. Registration required.  

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.

This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Repair Café

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
, Science & Math
Age Group:
Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior

​​Toss it? No Way! Fix it at Repair Café!  

Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Science & Math
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Toss it? No Way! Fix it at Repair Café!  

This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Teen Center (ETC) A & B at East Library
Event Type:
,
Age Group:
Teen 13-18

Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Ages 13 - 18. Space is limited to 15 participants. Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Ages 13 - 18. Space is limited to 15 participants. Registration required.

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Device Drop-in Help

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Penrose Aspen Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
, Computers & Tech,
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet?  Stop by our Device Drop-In during this time to see if we can help! 

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
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! 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Library 21c Fiber Arts Group

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
, Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

​​Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more?

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Event Details:

​​Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more?

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

NorthStar Computer Series: Computer Basics

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
, , , Computers & Tech,
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , , , Computers & Tech,
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Speak English Group

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
,
Age Group:
Adult

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.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: ,
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.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Inkscape Design Level 1 & Laser Badging

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior

Take the first steps into designing graphics and laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut on 1/8-inch wood pieces.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take the first steps into designing graphics and laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut on 1/8-inch wood pieces.

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors (en español) 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 under 13 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!

Software notice: This program uses third party software. PPLD is not affiliated with the company that owns it and is not responsible for its content. 

 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Storytime

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

Stories and more for Children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Stories and more for Children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Baby Time

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

​Songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-12 months, and their parents or caregivers. Play and social time follow each interactive session. ​

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

​Songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-12 months, and their parents or caregivers. Play and social time follow each interactive session. ​

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group

Storytime

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12

​​Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers. ​ 

Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

​​Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers. ​ 

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Device Drop-In Help

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Computers & Tech
Age Group:
Adult

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 10:30am-11:30am, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 10:30am-11:30am, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Penrose Perk

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Penrose Library
Event Type:
Social Connections
Age Group:
Adult

Enjoy a beverage and learn about Library resources. 

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

Enjoy a beverage and learn about Library resources. 

This event is in the "All" group

Device Drop In help

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Community Resources & Job Help
Age Group:
All

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between [program time], and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Age Group: All
Event Type: Community Resources & Job Help
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between [program time], and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Investing Basics

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
East F1 at East Library
Event Type:
Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Age Group:
Adult

This class is for those who feel they have a good stance on their financial basics - debt paid down, a good emergency fund in place - and are asking themselves, 'now what?' 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class is for those who feel they have a good stance on their financial basics - debt paid down, a good emergency fund in place - and are asking themselves, 'now what?' 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Device Drop-In Help

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ruth Holley Adult Education Office at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Computers & Tech
Age Group:
Adult

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 1:00-2:00pm, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Office
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 1:00-2:00pm, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

DIY Body Care for Every Body: Scrub Goodbye to Skin Care Chemicals

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
,
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Scrub goodbye to skin care chemicals and learn fun, easy do it - yourself body care using oils, foods and everyday ingredients at home. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Scrub goodbye to skin care chemicals and learn fun, easy do it - yourself body care using oils, foods and everyday ingredients at home. 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group

Idea Lab: Air-Dried Clay Mosaics

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Mobile Libraries at Mobile Library Services
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12

​​Unleash your creativity to make a one-of-a-kind mosaic using air-dried clay and seeds. Ages 5 – 12.​ 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Mobile Library Services
Room: Mobile Libraries
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Event Details:

​​Unleash your creativity to make a one-of-a-kind mosaic using air-dried clay and seeds. Ages 5 – 12.​ 

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Makerspace Equipment Foundations

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior

Do you want to get into making right away, but don't know where to begin?

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you want to get into making right away, but don't know where to begin?

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors (en español) 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 under 13 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!

Software notice: This program uses third party software. PPLD is not affiliated with the company that owns it and is not responsible for its content. 

 

This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Sewing for Seniors: Level 1

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

If you are sewing for the first time or for the first time in a long time, come learn the basics on the sewing machines in PPLD’s makerspaces. Gain new skills, get refreshers on existing skills, or test out new machines.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

If you are sewing for the first time or for the first time in a long time, come learn the basics on the sewing machines in PPLD’s makerspaces. Gain new skills, get refreshers on existing skills, or test out new machines.

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors (en español) 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 under 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Device Drop-in Help

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Manitou Springs Meeting Room at Manitou Springs Library
Event Type:
Computers & Tech
Age Group:
Adult

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hour any time between 3 and 4 p.m. and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hour any time between 3 and 4 p.m. and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

This event is in the "All" group

LEGO Build

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Science & Math
Age Group:
All

​Engineering your best LEGO creation and completing LEGO challenges are only some of the possibilities at this open-ended LEGO program using the Library’s LEGO resources. Join us for creative fun!  All ages welcome. 

Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: All
Event Type: Science & Math
Event Details:

​Engineering your best LEGO creation and completing LEGO challenges are only some of the possibilities at this open-ended LEGO program using the Library’s LEGO resources. Join us for creative fun!  All ages welcome. 

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Beginner Guitar & Ukulele Club

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sand Creek Studio916 at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Performances & Presentations,
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior

Interested in learning basic chords and playing techniques? Come play and learn at Studio916, Sand Creek Library's free recording studio. 


No experience necessary, ages 9 and up. Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Studio916
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Performances & Presentations,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in learning basic chords and playing techniques? Come play and learn at Studio916, Sand Creek Library's free recording studio. 


No experience necessary, ages 9 and up. Registration required.

This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group

Idea Lab: Kaleidoscopes

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Science & Math
Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12

Explore the science of light and sound by making your own kaleidoscope. Create and test different patterns you design. Ages 5 – 12. 

Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Science & Math
Event Details:

Explore the science of light and sound by making your own kaleidoscope. Create and test different patterns you design. Ages 5 – 12. 

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit!