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All in-person Library programs and events held inside of PPLD facilities, along with public meeting and study room reservations, have been cancelled through Thurs., Dec. 31, unless it is deemed safe to resume sooner. This could be extended later.

All Day 3/16 - 12/31
Branches:
Calhan Library, Cheyenne Mountain Library, East Library, Fountain Library, High Prairie Library, Knights of Columbus Hall, Library 21c, Manitou Springs Library, Mobile Library Services, Monument Library, Old Colorado City Library, Palmer Lake Library, Penrose Library, Rockrimmon Library, Ruth Holley Library, Sand Creek Library, Ute Pass Library, Off Site
Description:
All of our Library meeting rooms and study rooms remain temporarily closed until further notice, following state orders and national guidelines regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. ...

PPLD Challenge: Banned Books Art

09/04/2020 @ 8:00am - 09/25/2020 @ 10:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Description:
Celebrate your right to read! Create a piece of art celebrating or using pages from a banned book and show off what you’ve made on Facebook. You can even check out our video on PPLDTV for how to make mini book charms from banned b...

MIR Sustainable Art: Sand Sculptures

All Day 9/14 - 9/20
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Maker/Artist in Residence, Senior Library Programs
Description:
No clay? No problem! Maker in Residence Cara McKinley will introduce viewers to alternative techniques for clay sculpting with materials readily available at home. We encourage you to follow along with the project using your own materials, so we've p...

Virtual Yoga

9:00am - 10:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Description:
Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class. ...

Introduction to Genealogy: Finding your Family

10:00am - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Class, Genealogy Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Description:
Exploration of the methods and records used in researching your family history. This class includes discussions of: ​Why genealogy? Setting goals Getting organized Recording information Common record types Where to find records T...

Ruth Holley Learn to Bullet Journal

11:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Bullet Journaling is a way to keep track of your life. Learn some of the basics or share your methods in this collaborative class! We will use minimalist set-up examples to go over ways to personalize your bullet journal. Participants will pick up pr...

Soldiers in Petticoats

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 87
Description:
It’s hard to imagine a time when women didn’t have the right to vote, but it actually wasn’t that long ago. In 2020, the United States marks the centennial anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment which granted women the right to vote. Learn ...

MIR Live Chat: Sand Sculptures

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Maker/Artist in Residence, Senior Library Programs
Description:
Did you watch the MIR Sustainable Art: Sand Sculptures Pt. 1 & Pt. 2 videos? Would you like to chat with Cara to show off your finished pieces and ask her questions about the process and/or her art style?  Join us online for a LIVE chat w...

MIR Sustainable Art: Repurposing Objects

All Day 9/21 - 9/27
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Maker/Artist in Residence, Senior Library Programs
Description:
Maker in Residence Cara McKinley will introduce viewers to alternative uses for plastic waste and old trinkets readily available at home. We encourage you to follow along with the project using your own materials, so we've provided a suggested s...

Virtual Yoga

9:00am - 10:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Description:
Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class. ...

Virtual Baby Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Description:
Children’s Staff from around the district will invite babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, to enjoy music, rhymes, and a book together! Videos are not live, so you can always view the videos whenever it’s convenient for you. All ...

Library Explorers

10:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Description:
Programs for adults of all abilities ...

Senior Social

10:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Study Room
Age Group: Seniors
Event Type: Senior Library Programs
Description:
Please join us for pleasant conversation with refreshments provided by the Friends of PPLD. ...

High Prairie Craft: Mason Jar Luminary

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Description:
Using paint and rubber bands, make a luminary with a unique striped-pattern to illuminate your room! Participants will pick up program supplies from library. Program will be conducted virtually. Program supplies must be picked up the day bef...

Marketing Team Meeting

9:00am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: 2nd Floor Staff Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: PPLD: Internal
Description:
Weekly meeting of the marketing team.  ...

Chair Yoga

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Description:
Join Loretta every Tuesday for a new virtual chair yoga session. Restore balance, focus, and increase vitality by strengthening and stretching your body, clearing your mind and tuning into your breath. With the use of chairs, we explore the poses ...

Bumps 'n Babies Resource Fair: DIY - Tug & Pull (ages 6-12m)

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Description:
DIY Crafts for your baby! Join us every Tuesday for a short simple craft you can make at home to enjoy with your baby.   This fun sensory experience will help your baby develop fine motor skills and helps learn about cause and effect! Yo...

Library Explorers

10:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Description:
Programs for adults of all abilities ...

Nonprofit Workshop - Grantseeking

11:30am - 1:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Description:
Learn how to identify foundation and corporate giving programs by matching your organization's mission to foundation's funding preferences.  Participants will be introduced to the Colorado Grants Guide and key search techniques ...

Teen Tech: LED Constellation Art

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Type: S.T.E.A.M., Teen Library Programs
Description:
Make a beautiful piece of art that light's up inspired by the Pleiades constellation inspired by the YA APPR book, All the Impossible Things by Lindsay Lackey. Pick up the materials you need to complete the program at the library nearest you starting...

Homeschool: Cooking Up Some Fun!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Event Type: Homeschool
Description:
Explore the science and fun of food with tasty activities and cooking ideas. Plus, be inspired to choose your favorite family recipe to contribute to Pikes Peak Library District's A Harvest of Recipes digital cookbook! Use this link to upload your re...

Virtual Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Description:
Children’s Staff from around the district will invite 1 and 2-year-old children, with a favorite adult, to enjoy rhymes, music and movement, and a few short books! Videos are not live, so you can always view the videos whenever it’s conveni...

Library Explorers: Online Pictionary

10:30am - 11:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Description:
Library Explorers programs are designed for adults of all abilities. We'll use the Zoom whiteboard to draw and take turns guessing the answer. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the program.  ...

Prenatal Series: Meditation and Sleep

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Family
Event Type: Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
Are you expecting and have so many questions? Join Pikes Peak Library District and Nurse Family Partnership for a series of prenatal classes. Pre-registration is required. Classes are every Wednesday from September 9- September 30 at 12pm. Each we...

Virtual Mindful Movement and Meditation

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Description:
Join instructor Ambrie Sward for this virtual mindful movement class that will include meditation and stretches to build the mind/body connection.  All skill levels welcome.  Click here to join the class.  ...

Leave No Trace Awareness Workshop

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Description:
Have you always wanted to learn more about low-impact hiking, mountain biking, or how to better enjoy the outdoors responsibly? This introductory Leave No Trace course will provide you with a better understanding of the impact of recreation-related a...