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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CANCELLED - Makerspace Equipment Foundations

2:00pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you want to get into making right away, but don't know where to begin?

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.  

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!

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. 

 

CANCELLED - Sewing for Seniors: Level 1

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

THIS PROGRAM IS CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE.

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.  

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.

Device Drop-in Help

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hour any time between 3 and 4 p.m. and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

CANCELLED - Beginner Guitar & Ukulele Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Studio916
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Performances & Presentations
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in learning basic chords and playing techniques? Come play and learn at Studio916, Sand Creek Library's free recording studio. 


No experience necessary, ages 9 and up. Registration required.

Soup Blend Workshop

10:00am–11:00am
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

​As winter approaches, nothing is as soothing as a warm cup of soup! Join us for a dry- ingredient blending workshop and explore your culinary imagination as you create a unique soup blend to enjoy at home. All supplies will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per month: Due to the popularity of this program, please limit your registration to one slot per month. 

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.

Sewing Level 1

10:00am–1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make (Clean Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of machine sewing and create a simple project. First, we will teach you how to wind a bobbin, thread the machine, and navigate the interface of a computerized sewing machine. Then, learn basic stitches.

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.  

Ghost Stories of Colorado’s Mining Frontier

10:30am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Authors & Book Groups
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join local author Erin Taylor to journey into Colorado’s Wild West past through chilling tales from some of the mining towns where boom met bust.

Drop-In Watercolor

11:00am–1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Event Details:

Come to Old Colorado City Library and experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session!

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! 

 

Business Help - Office Hours

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East E3
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Event Details:

Do you need help with a business plan, market research, or just want to discuss your business idea? Stop in for open hours to discuss anything on your mind related to business! 

Device Drop-In Help

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 11am and 12pm, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Device Drop-In Help

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 2-3pm,  and our staff can assist you. 

Device Drop-In Help

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., and our staff can assist you. 

Tinkercad Design Level 1 & 3D Printer Badging

4:30pm–7:30pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: , , Science & Math
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with the PPLD! We will create and print a custom project using Tinkercad, a free, online 3D design software. No previous experience required. Ages 9 and up.   

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.  

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!

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. 

 

HSE Orientation Day (GED)

9:30am–12:30pm
Adult
Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine
Age Group: Adult
Event Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

You can get one seat per person, select just ONE option only. If we get many reservations with the same name, only the first one will be valid. The rest will cancel automatically.

Business Help - Office Hours

10:00am–11:00am
Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B5
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Event Details:

Do you need help with a business plan, market research, or just want to discuss your business idea? Stop in for open hours to discuss anything on your mind related to business! 

Virtual Author Visits - The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adult, Senior
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , , ,
Event Details:

Link to the information page on Library Speakers Consortium.

Silver Key Service Extension

12:30pm–2:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: ,
Event Details:

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Falcon/High Prairie) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  

Socrates Cafe

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

This adult group discusses all kinds of subjects such as philosophy, religions, politics, morality, and the common threads among humanity. All are welcome to attend this well-moderated and thought-provoking group.

Speak English Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: ,
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.

Soup Blend Workshop

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​As winter approaches, nothing is as soothing as a warm cup of soup! Join us for a dry-ingredient blending workshop and explore your culinary imagination as you create a unique soup blend to enjoy at home. All supplies will be provided.

Board of Trustees Committee meetings

2:00pm–5:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: PPLD: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

setup: 2 5' tables in front with 4 chairs for Board committee members, 1 5' table perpendicular on the left when facing the screen with 2 chairs. 15 chairs setup theatre style facing the Board table.

Small Business Loans

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business, Nonprofits, & Law
Event Details:

Many small business owners will need to seek funding for their small businesses at some point during the lifetime of their business.

Device Drop-In

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between [program time], and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Speak English Group

5:00pm–6:45pm
Adult
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: ,
Event Details:

This group is an informal English language conversation group for adults who speak some English. Classes are free and no registration is necessary.