Manitou Springs Library will be temporarily closed starting Fri., Nov. 1 to prepare for its move to the newly renovated Carnegie Library building which will open in early 2025.   

Event List

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This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Children's Corner at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Details:

Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs! We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of n...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Corner
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs!

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

Baby Time

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5
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. Space is limited.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
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. Space is limited.

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

Storytime

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
East Children's Story Room at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.  We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from s...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. 

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

Toddler Time

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. Space is limited.     

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

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. Space is limited.     

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

Storytime

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
East Children's Story Room at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.  We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit from s...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

Paws to Read

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Details:

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable volunteer Paws to Read therapy dogs. If your child might benefit from sensory accommodations s...

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable volunteer Paws to Read therapy dogs.

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

Device Drop-in Help

Friday, December 12, 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 brin...

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! 

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

Fountain Craft Group

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters! The Fountain Craft Group meets once monthly on Fridays at 10am. Craft groups are open to everyone age 18+ and are a ...

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters! The Fountain Craft Group meets once monthly on Fridays at 10am.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Palmer Lake Community Events at Palmer Lake Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Family
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Palmer Lake Library
Room: Palmer Lake Community Events
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Family
Event Type: Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

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

Storytime

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids
Event Details:

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

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

Penrose Perk

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adults
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Enjoy a beverage and learn about Library resources. 

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults
Event Details:

Enjoy a beverage and learn about Library resources. 

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

Drop In Device Lab

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Study Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adults
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet? Stop by our Drop-In Device Lab from 1:30-3:00pm on the 2nd Friday of every month and our staff will assist you.  No regis...

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

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet? Stop by our Drop-In Device Lab from 1:30-3:00pm on the 2nd Friday of every month and our staff will assist you. 

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

Toddler Time

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. Space is limited.

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. Space is limited.

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

Baby Time

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
East Children's Story Room at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to he...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies.

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

Baby Time

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
East Children's Story Room at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to he...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies.

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

Senior Chats

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, 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: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Staying social can become harder as we get older, but it is not impossible. Join us at Senior Chats!

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

German Conversation Group

Monday, December 15, 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. 

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

Toddler Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
East Children's Activity/Story Rooms at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family
Event Details:

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experience...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity/Story Rooms
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Family
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Family
Event Type: Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.

Storytime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

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

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

Toddler Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
East Children's Activity/Story Rooms at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family
Event Details:

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experience...

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity/Story Rooms
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

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

Toddler Time

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5
Event Details:

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experience...

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

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

Stay & Play

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5
Event Details:

Open-ended play for children ages 1 – 5 and their parents or caregivers. Meet new friends and play together with fun toys that enhance early learning skills.   Room Capacity Dis...

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Open-ended play for children ages 1 – 5 and their parents or caregivers. Meet new friends and play together with fun toys that enhance early learning skills.  

Room Capacity Disclaimer:

This event is in the "All" group.

#SE Region meeting

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Computer Classes
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Computer Class

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: All
Event Type: Computer Classes
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Computer Class