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

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

Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Paws to Read

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Corner
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs!

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Math Tutoring

3:30pm - 6:00pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Type: Teen, Tweens
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Thrift Store Paintings

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Arts & Crafts, Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us to create a new-to-you masterpiece using thrift store paintings and acrylics. All supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring a painting from home to use. Offered as part of the Winter Adult Reading Program.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.

Baby Time

9:30am - 10:00am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

9:30am - 10:15am
Kids 0-5, Family
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:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

NorthStar Computer Series: Internet Basics 1

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adults, Class, Computer Classes, Seniors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie 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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain 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.     

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.

Stay and Play

11:00am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting 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.  

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids 0-5, Family
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:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

Paws to Read

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Games

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
Event Details:

Come hang out and show off your gaming skills! Have fun playing board games! Bring your friends and be ready to have fun!

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Sensory Storytime

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Kids 0-5, Family
Registration
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive storytime that is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. Registration is required

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Games

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
Event Details:

Come hand out and show off your gaming skills!

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen
Registration
Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons!
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Device Drop-in Help

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
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! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Tea Blend Workshop

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Cooking, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to learn about and experiment with different tea leaves and ingredients to create personalized tea blends. Take your custom tea blend home and enjoy. Offered as part of the Winter Adult Reading Program. Registration required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Speak English Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Family
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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5, Family
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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.

Family Place Playgroup

10:30am - 11:45am
Kids 0-5
Registration
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Kids
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join us for a 5-week playgroup where you spend time together, play, make friends, and speak one-on-one with specialists in child development, nutrition, and more.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

Tween Dungeons and Dragons Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Tween 9-12
Registration
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Live Indoor, Tweens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "All" group.
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: All
Event Type: Friends of PPLD
Event Details:

Friends of PPLD-Book Sale Members Night
Friends members only. Friends memberships are available at the door or at https://bit.ly/FPPLD-Dues