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Storytime

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
East Children's Activity/Story Rooms at East Library
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family

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

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity/Story Rooms
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: , ,
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Soup Blend Workshop

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument 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: Monument Library
Room: Monument 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 "Kids 0-5" group

Toddler Time

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
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: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , , ,
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Art for Older Adults

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library 21c: CreateSpace at Library 21c
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Art for Older Adults inspires a sense of self-reliance for older adults, even if the participant is somewhat reliant on a partner to help use the materials.

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

Art for Older Adults inspires a sense of self-reliance for older adults, even if the participant is somewhat reliant on a partner to help use the materials.

This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group

Homeschool Make-a-Masterpiece: Dog Portraits, Modigliani Style

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording, , Homeschool, , ,
Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18

Create an eye-catching dog portrait using watercolor, chalk pastels, and colored pencils!

Registration Required
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, , Homeschool, , ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create an eye-catching dog portrait using watercolor, chalk pastels, and colored pencils!

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 "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group

Paws to Read

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12

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

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable 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 6-12" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group

Idea Lab: Go Forth & Fort ​

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12

​​Grab a book and then work collaboratively to build your best reading fort out of different cloth materials! Of course, you will be testing it out too. Ages 5 – 12. ​ 

Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

​​Grab a book and then work collaboratively to build your best reading fort out of different cloth materials! Of course, you will be testing it out too. 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! 

 

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

Idea Lab: Cowboy Culture

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12

In honor of Colorado’s 150th birthday, learn about cowboy culture and Western heritage in Colorado. You may find yourself mining, panning for gold, or creating your own ranch brand design. The cookies used in this program contain known allergens.

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

In honor of Colorado’s 150th birthday, learn about cowboy culture and Western heritage in Colorado. You may find yourself mining, panning for gold, or creating your own ranch brand design. The cookies used in this program contain known allergens.

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 "Family" group

Paws to Read

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Social Connections
Age Group:
Family

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

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Age Group: Family
Event Type: Social Connections
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 "Teen 13-18" group

Teen Craft Group

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Manitou Springs Meeting Room at Manitou Springs Library
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Age Group:
Teen 13-18

​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the second Thursday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Event Details:

​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the second Thursday from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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

Tween Library Squad

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

Gain new skills, share your ideas, and make new friends - all while having fun! We want to learn from the experts (you!) what programs and events tweens want to see at the library.

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

Gain new skills, share your ideas, and make new friends - all while having fun! We want to learn from the experts (you!) what programs and events tweens want to see at the library.

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 13-18" group

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Social Connections
Age Group:
Teen 13-18

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for the Library, and engage in leadership development opportunities.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Social Connections
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! You will earn volunteer hours by attending meetings and working on projects for the Library, and engage in leadership development opportunities.

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

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Penrose Aspen 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 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, February 12, 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, February 12, 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, February 13, 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, February 13, 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: Internet Basics

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
, , , Computers & Tech,
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

​​The internet has become so vast and ubiquitous that some of us may not even know where to begin. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using the internet.

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

​​The internet has become so vast and ubiquitous that some of us may not even know where to begin. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using the internet.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Speak English Group

Friday, February 13, 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 "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

CNC Router Badging

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

Take your creativity to the next level with PPLD’s CNC router! The Shop Bot Desktop CNC is an all-in-one computer-controlled mill, router, and drill that lets you make your own projects with wood or acrylic.

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

Take your creativity to the next level with PPLD’s CNC router! The Shop Bot Desktop CNC is an all-in-one computer-controlled mill, router, and drill that lets you make your own projects with wood or acrylic.

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, February 13, 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, February 13, 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
This event is in the "Family" group

Storytime

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Palmer Lake Community Events at Palmer Lake Library
Event Type:
Storytimes & Early Literacy, , ,
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, 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 6-12, Family
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy, , ,
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!