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Rockrimmon Library will close on Sun., Dec. 1.

Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025. 

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Speak English Group

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adults
Age Group:
Adult
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 practic...

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

Promotional graphic for the Laser Cutter with a laser cut and engraved heart.

Laser Badging & Design Level 1: Coasters

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8” wood. No previous experience required. Ages 9 and up. 

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors 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 ages 9 – 11 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!

PPLD logo with children attending a storytime

Storytime

Friday, January 24, 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.

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! 

 

Storytime

Friday, January 24, 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.

children gather to hear a story. Graphic texts reads "storytime" on a gray background with bunnies

Storytime

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass 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: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community 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.

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! 

 

children gather to hear a story. Graphic texts reads "storytime" on a gray background with bunnies

Storytime

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass 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: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community 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.

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! 

 

Cooking Class: Tangzhong-Style French Bread

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Library 21c: Kitchen at Library 21c
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adults, Makerspace and Studios, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Details:

Chilly weather got you down? Warm up in the kitchen and join us to make a delicious and comforting Tangzhong-Style French Bread recipe. In this class, you will learn about seasonal...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Kitchen
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults, Makerspace and Studios, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Chilly weather got you down? Warm up in the kitchen and join us to make a delicious and comforting Tangzhong-Style French Bread recipe.

Cover of the book Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. It is a simple paper background with the phrase "Frankenstein or, The Modern Prometheus" in the middle.

Ruth Holley Book Group

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Book Group
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Friday of every month. This month we will be reading Frankenstein by Mary Shelley (Link). Book groups are open to everyone, a...

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Friday of every month.

Image of a 3d printer creating a round yellow model. PPLD logo.

3D Printer Badging & Modeling Level 1: Buttons

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space) at Library 21c
Event Type:
Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom projects using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D design software. No previous experience required...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom projects using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D design software. No previous experience required. Please set up a free TinkerCAD.com account before attending.

Disclaimer(s)

Creative space agreement: Patrons under 18 will need a signed Creative Space Use Agreement for Minors 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 ages 9 – 11 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!

Silhouette Level 1: Stickers

Friday, January 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy Stickers. We will make designs to stick on your car or water bottle, and the techniques can be used to make lots of other proje...

Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy Stickers. We will make designs to stick on your car or water bottle, and the techniques can be used to make lots of other projects like custom shirts, papercrafts, decals, and more! 

Friends of PPLD Annual Board Meeting

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
Library 21c: Western Window Bay at Library 21c
Event Type:
Friends of PPLD
Age Group:
All
Event Details:

Friends of PPLD annual membership meeting.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Western Window Bay
Age Group: All
Event Type: Friends of PPLD
Event Details:

Friends of PPLD annual membership meeting.

Speak English Group

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:15am - 12:00pm
East F1 at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Community Public, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Informal English language conversation groups for adults who speak some English.  Classes are free and no registration is necessary.

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Community Public, Seniors
Event Details:

Informal English language conversation groups for adults who speak some English.  Classes are free and no registration is necessary.

Toddler Time

Saturday, January 25, 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.

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! 

 

Three babies grouped together next to the words "Baby Time"

Baby Time

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
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: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: 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.

Escape Room: Travel to the 80s

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Solve puzzles and open locks to win a prize in this escape room! Welcome back to 1986. Here you will find cutting-edge technology from the 1980s which you will need to use along wi...

Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Solve puzzles and open locks to win a prize in this escape room! Welcome back to 1986.

Embroider a 3D Printed Charm

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace and Studios, Teen
Age Group:
16-24
Event Details:

Using a mini 3D printed embroidery frame, create a colorful pendant you can use as a necklace, keychain, or other charm. The 3D printed frame and all other supplies will be provide...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: 16-24
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace and Studios, Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
Using a mini 3D printed embroidery frame, create a colorful pendant you can use as a necklace, keychain, or other charm. The 3D printed frame and all other supplies will be provided, so no experience is necessary.
Promotional image for Baby Time.

Baby Time

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
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: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: 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.

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! 

 

Storytime

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Calhan 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: Calhan Library
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.

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! 

 

Baby time blocks

Baby Time

Monday, January 27, 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.

Promotional image for Baby Time.

Baby Time

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
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: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: 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.

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! 

 

Baby time blocks

Baby Time

Monday, January 27, 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.

German Conversation Group

Monday, January 27, 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. 

Tween Dungeons and Dragons Club

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Calhan Meeting Room at Calhan Library
Event Type:
Games & Gaming, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12
Event Details:

Play Dungeons and Dragons with other tweens, led by our very own Dragon Master, Soarin Blueskies! New members are always welcome, and no experience is required.

Required
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Play Dungeons and Dragons with other tweens, led by our very own Dragon Master, Soarin Blueskies! New members are always welcome, and no experience is required.

toddler time child with cartoon dragon

Toddler Time

Tuesday, January 28, 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.