All Pikes Peak Library District locations will close at 6 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 27 and will be closed on Thu., Nov. 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.  The eLibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

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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Paws to Read

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Event Details:

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs.The Customer Service Desk can provide sensory accommodations items s...

Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

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

Teen Games

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ute Pass Community Room at Ute Pass Library
Event Type:
Games & Gaming, Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

 Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! We will being playing Mario Cart or Super Smash Bros on the Switch! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun! Ages 12-1...

Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
Event Details:

 Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! We will being playing Mario Cart or Super Smash Bros on the Switch! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun! Ages 12-18.

Idea Lab: Exploring Constellations

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Science & Technology, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Details:

Explore constellations with activities such as making a star projector, creating a “magic” toothpick star, constructing toothpick constellations, and playing constellation games. A...

Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Science & Technology, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Explore constellations with activities such as making a star projector, creating a “magic” toothpick star, constructing toothpick constellations, and playing constellation games. Ages 5 - 12. 

Room Capacity Disclaimer:

Swiftie Friendship Bracelets

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room A at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Intergenerational, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Details:

Are you ready for it? Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Drop everything now and make your very own personalized bracelets to wear and trade with fellow Swifties. We’ll provide all the...

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Intergenerational, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:
Are you ready for it? Calling all Taylor Swift fans! Drop everything now and make your very own personalized bracelets to wear and trade with fellow Swifties.

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.

Promotional image for tween dungeons and dragons.

Tween Dungeons and Dragons Club

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
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 Lisa Lowdermilk! New members are always welcome, and no experience is required.

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

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

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! 

 

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
East Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
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 12 - 18. Spa...

Required
Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 12 - 18. Space is limited to 15 participants. Registration required.

Device Drop-in Help

Friday, February 21, 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! 

The text, "Homeschool Science Fair," is set against a background that includes a beaker and two test tubes.

Homeschool Science Fair

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Family
Event Details:

Our annual Homeschool Science Fair is open to grades K-12! Homeschool students are invited to demonstrate a science project for other families. There are no rules or guidelines for...

Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Homeschool, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Required
Seats Remaining: 65
Event Details:

Our annual Homeschool Science Fair is open to grades K-12! Homeschool students are invited to demonstrate a science project for other families.

Speak English Group

Friday, February 21, 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.

PPLD logo with children attending a storytime

Storytime

Friday, February 21, 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! 

 

Baby Time

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain 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: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting 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)

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, February 21, 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, February 21, 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, February 21, 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! 

 

The Women by Kristin Hannah

Monumental Readers Book Group

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Book Group, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome! The February book selection is The Women by Kristin Hannah.

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

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

The February book selection is The Women by Kristin Hannah.

Drop-in Watercolor Painting

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Colorado City Meeting Room at Old Colorado City Library
Event Type:
Adults, Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace and Studios, Seniors, Teen
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Come to Old Colorado City Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply t...

Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Class, Makerspace and Studios, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:

Come to Old Colorado City Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushes, paint, and paper; just bring yourself!

Movie Time with an image of popcorn in a bag

Fountain Movie Matinee

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Adults, Movie, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Join us for our bi-monthly Movie Matinee that meets Fridays at 2:00 pm. Registration preferred. Walk-ins welcome. 

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

Join us for our bi-monthly Movie Matinee that meets Fridays at 2:00 pm. Registration preferred. Walk-ins welcome. 

Movie Matinee

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Penrose Columbine A at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Adults, Community Public, Movie
Age Group:
Adult, Senior
Event Details:

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, Community Public, Movie
Event Details:

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

Sewing Level 1: Bookmarks

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Sand Creek Makerspace at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, Makerspace and Studios
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Details:

Gain new sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a bookmark using a sewing machine.     No previous experience required. All supplies will be provi...

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
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Gain new sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a bookmark using a sewing machine. 

  

No previous experience required. All supplies will be provided. Ages 9 and up.  

  

Cooking Class: Cream of Roasted Asparagus Soup

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
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 Cream of Roasted Asparagus Soup recipe. In this class, you will learn about seaso...

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 Cream of Roasted Asparagus Soup recipe.

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

3D Printer Badging & Modeling Level 1: Keychains

Saturday, February 22, 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:

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!

Speak English Group

Saturday, February 22, 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, February 22, 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! 

 

Mini Masterpieces: Perler Bead Recreations

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Penrose Pine Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Ever want to recreate a Da Vinci? Or try your hand at a Van Gogh? Maybe you’re more of a Mondrian fan. Create pieces for your own mini art museum using Perler beads to make version...

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Pine Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Ever want to recreate a Da Vinci? Or try your hand at a Van Gogh? Maybe you’re more of a Mondrian fan. Create pieces for your own mini art museum using Perler beads to make versions of famous paintings. Ages 12 - 18.