Fri., Jan. 9: All Pikes Peak Library District locations are closed due to inclement weather.

Pikes Peak Library District is closed Fri., Jan. 16, for staff development and Mon., Jan. 19, to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. The eLibrary, as well as other online services and resources, will still be available.

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Sensory Storytime

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
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Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family

Join us for an interactive storytime designed to include children with learning and sensory differences. Ideal for children ages 3 – 12 and their parents or caregivers. All abilities are welcome.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive storytime designed to include children with learning and sensory differences. Ideal for children ages 3 – 12 and their parents or caregivers. All abilities 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! 

 

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
East Children's Activity Room at East Library
Event Type:
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG)! 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! 

 

Math Tutoring

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library 21c: Children's Floor at Library 21c
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, 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.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Floor
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: , ,
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! 

 

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games​

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sand Creek Conference Room at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
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: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type:
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! 

 

Tween: Tabletop Role Playing Games

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
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:
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! 

 

LEGO Build

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
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Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 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 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: , , , , , ,
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! 

 

Tween: Snack Magnets

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Children's Activity Room at East Library
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

Sculpt something deliciously adorable and create your own mini food-themed magnets using colorful clay. From tiny pizzas to mini donuts, you will shape and decorate your creations before turning them into magnets to take home and display.

Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Event Details:

Sculpt something deliciously adorable and create your own mini food-themed magnets using colorful clay. From tiny pizzas to mini donuts, you will shape and decorate your creations before turning them into magnets to take home and display.

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! 

 

Math Tutoring

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library 21c: Children's Floor at Library 21c
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, 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.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Floor
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: , ,
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! 

 

Idea Lab: Cowboy Culture

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose 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. Ages 5 – 12.

Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's 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. 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! 

 

Tween: LED Fuse Beads

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
Crafting, Making, & Recording, ,
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

Make your art shine using LED circuits! Design your own Perler bead creation and learn how to make it light up using real LEDs and simple circuits.

Ages 9 – 12

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, ,
Event Details:

Make your art shine using LED circuits! Design your own Perler bead creation and learn how to make it light up using real LEDs and simple circuits.

Ages 9 – 12

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! 

 

Inkscape & the Button Maker for Tweens

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
East Make at East Library
Event Type:
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Age Group:
Tween 9-12

Learn to design and make mountains of cool button pins using Inkscape (a free software), finding images online, clipping images from magazines/comics, and drawing your own designs.   

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: , ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to design and make mountains of cool button pins using Inkscape (a free software), finding images online, clipping images from magazines/comics, and drawing your own designs.   

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.  

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. 

 

Homeschool: Marvelous Morse Code

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
East Community Meeting Room at East Library
Event Type:
, Homeschool, ,
Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family

​​Learn how telegraphs were used to send messages across long distances when Colorado became a state 150 years ago. Then make your own flashlight to send messages using Morse code! Ages 5 – 12.​ 

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: , Homeschool, ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Learn how telegraphs were used to send messages across long distances when Colorado became a state 150 years ago. Then make your own flashlight to send messages using Morse code! Ages 5 – 12.​ 

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! 

 

Homeschool: Explore Coding and Robotics

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library 21c: Children's Room at Library 21c
Event Type:
, Homeschool, ,
Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family

Experience this fun, on-the-road version of PPLD’s Educational Resource Center (ERC) at a Library near you!

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: , Homeschool, ,
Event Details:

Experience this fun, on-the-road version of PPLD’s Educational Resource Center (ERC) at a Library near you!

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! 

 

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
East Children's Activity Room at East Library
Event Type:
Age Group:
Tween 9-12

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG)! 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! 

 

Lego Build​

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Fountain Meeting Room at Fountain Library
Event Type:
, , , , , ,
Age Group:
All

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

Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Event Type: , , , , , ,
Event Details:

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

 

Math Tutoring

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
, ,
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Paws to Read

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library 21c: Children's Floor at Library 21c
Event Type:
, ,
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, 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.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Floor
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: , ,
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! 

 

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games​

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Sand Creek Conference Room at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
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: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type:
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! 

 

Sensory Storytime​

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Penrose Aspen/Children's Room at Penrose Library
Event Type:
,
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family

​​Join us for an interactive storytime designed to include children with learning and sensory differences.  Ideal for children ages 3-12, and their parents or caregivers.  All abilities are welcome. Registration required. ​ 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Join us for an interactive storytime designed to include children with learning and sensory differences.  Ideal for children ages 3-12, and their parents or caregivers.  All abilities are welcome. Registration required. ​ 

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! 

 

Idea Lab: Cowboy Culture

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B at Sand Creek Library
Event Type:
, ,
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. Ages 5 – 12.

Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
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. 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! 

 

Idea Lab: Engineering Challenge

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
East Children's Activity/Story Rooms at East Library
Event Type:
,
Age Group:
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12

See what you can build using simple materials. We will provide playdough, pipe cleaners, and craft sticks. You provide the creativity. Ages 5 – 12.

Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Activity/Story Rooms
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

See what you can build using simple materials. We will provide playdough, pipe cleaners, and craft sticks. You provide the creativity. Ages 5 – 12.

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! 

 

Math Tutoring

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Library 21c: Ent Conference Center at Library 21c
Event Type:
, ,
Age Group:
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.