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This event is in the "Senior" group

Art Inspiration

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Class, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required for this free program.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Class, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required for this free program.

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" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Classic Board Games​

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Teen
Age Group:
Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family

​​Looking for a fun way to socialize and challenge your mind? Enjoy a welcoming space to play a selection of classic board games, including chess, checkers, and many more.

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Teen
Event Details:

​​Looking for a fun way to socialize and challenge your mind? Enjoy a welcoming space to play a selection of classic board games, including chess, checkers, and many more.

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

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games​

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

​​Join us for a tabletop roleplaying game (TRPG)! Create your own hero and explore new worlds in this interactive roleplaying experience.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Join us for a tabletop roleplaying game (TRPG)! Create your own hero and explore new worlds in this interactive roleplaying experience.

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

Tween: Tabletop Role Playing Games

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

Join us for a tabletop roleplay game (TRPG)! Create your own hero and explore new worlds in this interactive roleplaying experience.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a tabletop roleplay game (TRPG)! Create your own hero and explore new worlds in this interactive roleplaying experience.

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 "Teen" group

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, December 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Teen Center (ETC) A & B at East Library
Event Type:
Games & Gaming, Teen
Age Group:
Teen

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
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
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, December 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Penrose Aspen Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adults, Computers & Tech, Seniors
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: Adults, Computers & Tech, 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 "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Storytime

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Palmer Lake Community Events at Palmer Lake Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Family

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: Storytimes & Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

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
This event is in the "Family" group

Storytime

Friday, December 18, 2026 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

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.

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 "Kids 5-8" group

Storytime

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8

​​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 5-8
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
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
This event is in the "Senior" group

Third Friday Friends of PPLD Book Group

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Authors & Book Groups, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!

 

Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Authors & Book Groups, Live Indoor
Event Details:

A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!

 

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

Ruth Holley Book Group

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Adults, Authors & Book Groups, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Join us for a monthly book group that meets on the 3rd Friday at 2:00pm.

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Authors & Book Groups, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets on the 3rd Friday at 2:00pm.

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

Movie Matinee

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Penrose Columbine A at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adults, Games & Movies
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee that meets on the third Friday of every month. No registration required.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Games & Movies
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee that meets on the third Friday of every month. No registration required.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Craft Group

Friday, December 18, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Age Group:
Teen

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the third Friday from 3:45 to 4:45.

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Event Details:

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the third Friday from 3:45 to 4:45.

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

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Fountain Children's area at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family

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

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Children's area
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Tweens
Event Details:

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

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

Toddler Time

Saturday, December 19, 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

Fountain Playgroup

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

​​Experience the power of play in this hands-on playgroup for children ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers. These Playgroups spark curiosity, support early learning, and build socialization skills through open-ended play.

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

​​Experience the power of play in this hands-on playgroup for children ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers. These Playgroups spark curiosity, support early learning, and build socialization skills through open-ended play.

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.

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 5-8" group
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
This event is in the "Family" group

LEGO Build

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Kids, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family

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

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Kids, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

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

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

Paws to Read

Saturday, December 19, 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 "Teen" group

Teen Craft Group

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Age Group:
Teen

Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 2:00-3:00pm.

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Event Details:

Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 2:00-3:00pm.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Saturday, December 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:45pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Games & Gaming, Teen
Age Group:
Teen

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 8 participants. Registration required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
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 8 participants. Registration required.

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

Library Explorers

Monday, December 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Adults, Library Explorers, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

 Library Explorers gives adults with differing physical and developmental abilities the opportunity to enjoy accessible Library programs that fit their abilities and individual needs.

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Library Explorers, Seniors
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.

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.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Advisory Board

Monday, December 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library 21c
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library!

Library Branch: Library 21c
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library!

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

​Storytime​

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8

​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: Storytimes & Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

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

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.

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 5-8" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Storytime

Tuesday, December 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Family

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: Storytimes & Early Literacy, Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

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

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!