Pikes Peak Library District will close at 4 p.m. on New Year's Eve, Wed., Dec. 31, 2025, and remain closed through New Year's Day, Thu., Jan. 1, 2026. The eLibrary, as well as other online services and resources, will still be available.

Event List

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

Inkscape & the Button Maker for Tweens

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

Learn to design and make mountains of cool button pins using Inkscape (a free software), finding images online, clipping images from magazines/comics, and drawing your own designs.   

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to design and make mountains of cool button pins using Inkscape (a free software), finding images online, clipping images from magazines/comics, and drawing your own designs.   

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.  

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

Toddler Time

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

​​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: Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
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. Space is limited.

Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & 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.

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

Paws to Read

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family

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

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

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

Introduction to Snowshoeing

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Performances & Presentations
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Join Anna Miller, education, volunteer, and outreach coordinator at Mueller State Park, for an introductory class on snowshoeing.
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Performances & Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join Anna Miller, education, volunteer, and outreach coordinator at Mueller State Park, for an introductory class on snowshoeing.
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Book Swap

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Bring your clean, gently used adult fiction and nonfiction books and swap them for new-to-you titles! Please only bring adult titles published within the last five years. No textbooks, manuals, or magazines. Ages 18 and up.

Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring your clean, gently used adult fiction and nonfiction books and swap them for new-to-you titles! Please only bring adult titles published within the last five years. No textbooks, manuals, or magazines. Ages 18 and up.

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

History of the Pikes Peak Trolleys

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Penrose Columbine B at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Authors & Book Groups
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Join local author John Haney as he discusses his book Pikes Peak Trolleys. Haney, a volunteer at the Pikes Peak Trolley Museum and Restoration Shop, will also discuss the history of the old Colorado Springs Streetcar system.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine B
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Authors & Book Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join local author John Haney as he discusses his book Pikes Peak Trolleys. Haney, a volunteer at the Pikes Peak Trolley Museum and Restoration Shop, will also discuss the history of the old Colorado Springs Streetcar system.

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

Baby Time

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
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: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & 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. 

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 "Family" group

Baby Time

Monday, January 26, 2026 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

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

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Business Help - Office Hours

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East E3 at East Library
Event Type:
Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Age Group:
Adult

Do you need help with a business plan, market research, or just want to discuss your business idea? Stop in for open hours to discuss anything on your mind related to business! 

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East E3
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Event Details:

Do you need help with a business plan, market research, or just want to discuss your business idea? Stop in for open hours to discuss anything on your mind related to business! 

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

Baby Time

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
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: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & 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.

This event is in the "All" group

Lego Build

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Calhan Meeting Room at Calhan 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!  Al

Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting 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!  Al

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

Accordion Photo Albums

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Adults, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

​Create a personalized item to display your favorite memories with an accordion-style photo album! Feel free to bring photos from home to populate your albums. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

​Create a personalized item to display your favorite memories with an accordion-style photo album! Feel free to bring photos from home to populate your albums. All supplies provided. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per month: Due to the popularity of this program, please limit your registration to one slot per month. 

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

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Sand Creek Conference Room at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adults, Computers & Tech, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 11am and 12pm, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Computers & Tech, Seniors
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 11am and 12pm, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

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

Baby Time

Monday, January 26, 2026 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

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

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.

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

Soup Blend Workshop

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

As winter approaches, nothing is as soothing as a warm cup of soup! Join us for a dry- ingredient blending workshop and explore your culinary imagination as you create a unique soup blend to enjoy at home. All supplies will be provided.

Registration Required
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

As winter approaches, nothing is as soothing as a warm cup of soup! Join us for a dry- ingredient blending workshop and explore your culinary imagination as you create a unique soup blend to enjoy at home. All supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per month: Due to the popularity of this program, please limit your registration to one slot per month. 

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

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
East F1 at East Library
Event Type:
Adults, Computers & Tech, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 2-3pm,  and our staff can assist you. 

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Computers & Tech, Seniors
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 2-3pm,  and our staff can assist you. 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Career Navigator office hours / Horas de oficina del Navegador de Carreras

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ruth Holley Adult Education Office at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adult

Start Your Career Search with Confidence

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Office
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

Start Your Career Search with Confidence

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

Device Drop-In Help

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Fountain Study Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Adults, Computers & Tech, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., and our staff can assist you. 

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Computers & Tech, Seniors
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 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., and our staff can assist you. 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Your Clothes Customized

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Age Group:
Teen

Want to add some character to your clothes? Put some pizzazz in your accessories? Bring your own shirts, pants, shoes, hats, headbands, etc., and make them uniquely yours.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to add some character to your clothes? Put some pizzazz in your accessories? Bring your own shirts, pants, shoes, hats, headbands, etc., and make them uniquely yours.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Adult Education Class

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adult

Adult Education reading class

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

Adult Education reading class

This event is in the "Adult" group

PPWFC Workshop

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Penrose Columbine A at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adult

PPWFC Workshop for ABE/ASE returning students

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

PPWFC Workshop for ABE/ASE returning students

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen" 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

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Science & Math
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 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: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Science & Math
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

Toddler Time

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 9:30am - 9:45am
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

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

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

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

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

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!