The Regional History & Genealogy department will be closed on Sat., June 7 and Sat., June 14 to host the 2025 Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium.

East Library will begin an elevator modernization on Wed., March 12.

The Library will remain open, but the 2nd floor will only have stair access. Visit ppld.org/east-library-improvements for more information.  

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Idea Lab: Bridge Science

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Arts & Crafts, Science & Technology
Age Group:
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12

Explore the science behind bridge building and engineer your own bridge. Accept the challenge to build a bridge that can support as much weight as possible while spanning a 16” container. Ages 5 – 12. 

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore the science behind bridge building and engineer your own bridge. Accept the challenge to build a bridge that can support as much weight as possible while spanning a 16” container. Ages 5 – 12. 

German Conversation Group

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Adults, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

A lively conversation group for intermediate and advanced German speakers. 

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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. 

Coding Series: Art

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme is Art!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Computer Classes, Science & Technology, Teen, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to code in Scratch! In this introductory course from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding. The theme is Art!

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! 

 

Comic Book Workshop

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East Community Meeting Room at East Library
Event Type:
Teen
Age Group:
Teen

Join Do Art Productions for an interactive comic book workshop, where you will explore the different languages of comics, and dynamic pose drawing exercise.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Do Art Productions for an interactive comic book workshop, where you will explore the different languages of comics, and dynamic pose drawing exercise.

Paws to Read

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Calhan 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 lovable volunteer Paws to Read therapy dogs.

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Library Branch: Calhan Library
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 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! 

 

Teen and Tween: Mini Terrariums

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Tween 9-12, Teen

Design your own terrarium, complete with your favorite Animal Crossing characters! Choose from a variety of fun stickers to decorate your terrarium. Ages 9 - 18.

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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Design your own terrarium, complete with your favorite Animal Crossing characters! Choose from a variety of fun stickers to decorate your terrarium. Ages 9 - 18.

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! 

 

Summer Kitchen Classes: Naan Bread

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Library 21c: Kitchen at Library 21c
Event Type:
Cooking, Kitchen
Age Group:
Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior

This classic Indian flatbread is perfect for scooping up curries or enjoying on its own, brushed with a touch of butter or garlic for extra flavor.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Kitchen
Age Group: Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Cooking, Kitchen
Registration Required
Event Details:

This classic Indian flatbread is perfect for scooping up curries or enjoying on its own, brushed with a touch of butter or garlic for extra flavor.

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.

toddler time child with cartoon dragon

Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 17, 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

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

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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:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. 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! 

 

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Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
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.      
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
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)

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! 

 

Toddler Time written in script within a white circle with small colorful images around.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
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.     

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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
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)

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! 

 

A photo of the poster for the movie The Incredibles.

Library Explorers

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Library 21c: Venue at Library 21c
Event Type:
Library Explorers
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.

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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Library Explorers
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.

CANCELLED - Business Help - Office Hours

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library 21c
Event Type:
Business
Age Group:
Adult

Tarah will be at the UCCS Kraemer Copyright Conference this week - so no Office Hours at 21c! Regular office hours at 21c will resume next week.

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Library Branch: Library 21c
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business
Event Details:

Tarah will be at the UCCS Kraemer Copyright Conference this week - so no Office Hours at 21c! Regular office hours at 21c will resume next week.

NorthStar Computer Series: Internet Basics

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
East Learning Lab at East Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs, Adults, Class, Computer Classes, Seniors
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.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults, Class, Computer Classes, Seniors
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.

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Storytime

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Monument Meeting Room at Monument Library
Event Type:
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.

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Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
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)

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

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8

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

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Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting 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! 

 

toddler time child with cartoon dragon

Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
East Children's Activity/Story Rooms at East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Family

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

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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:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. 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! 

 

Circle clock shape with text that reads "toddler time" on a bright patchwork background

Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
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.

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! 

 

Promotional image for Toddler Time.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
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.      
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Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
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)

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! 

 

Toddler Time written in script within a white circle with small colorful images around.

Toddler Time

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
High Prairie Meeting Room at High Prairie Library
Event Type:
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.     

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Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
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)

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! 

 

Photo of children attending storytime with a caption that reads Storytime.

Storytime

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Manitou Springs Meeting Room at Manitou Springs Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8

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

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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting 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! 

 

Storytime

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Ruth Holley Meeting Room at Ruth Holley Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8

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

 

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Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting 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! 

 

Bright colorful text reads "Stay & Play" on a blue background with fun shapes on the bottom half of the image.

Stay & Play

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
Early Literacy, Kids
Age Group:
Kids 0-5

Open-ended play for children ages 1 – 5 and their parents or caregivers. Meet new friends and play together with fun toys that enhance early learning skills.  

Room Capacity Disclaimer:

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Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Open-ended play for children ages 1 – 5 and their parents or caregivers. Meet new friends and play together with fun toys that enhance early learning skills.  

Room Capacity Disclaimer:

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! 

 

No-Cost Summer Lunches (and Books) For Kids and Teens

No-Cost Summer Lunches (and Books) For Kids and Teens

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
East Library
Event Type:
Family Library Programs, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Family

Kids and teens can enjoy lunch (and books) at no cost this summer! 

 

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Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Kids and teens can enjoy lunch (and books) at no cost this summer! 

 

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

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Cheyenne Study Room at Cheyenne Mountain Library
Event Type:
Adult Education Programs
Age Group:
Adult

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs.

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Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs.