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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Colorado Nature Embroidery

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Pine Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Embroider the flora and fauna of Colorado in this basics course celebrating the 150th anniversary of the State of Colorado! Create designs inspired by the book The Field Guide to Embroidery by Jessica Kemper. All supplies 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.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Math Tutoring

3:30pm–6:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Adult
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
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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

Adult Education Class

4:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult
Event Type:
Event Details:

Adult Education Class for Britt Bloom

This event is in the "Adult" group

Board of Trustees meeting

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: PPLD: Board of Trustees
Event Details:

Regular Board of Trustees meeting

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

Library 21c Book Group

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Authors & Book Groups,
Event Details:

The 'Read It Before You See It' Book Group @ Library 21c meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm.

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

Library Explorers

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

Library Explorers give adults with differing physical and developmental abilities the opportunity to enjoy accessible Library programs that fit their abilities and individual needs.

This event is in the "Adult" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Registration Required
Event Details:

The digital world can feel overwhelming to all of us. This class is designed to introduce students to the basics of using computers. The class assumes no prior knowledge of computers.

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

Free Tax Preparation Services

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: ,
Event Details:

Free Tax Preparation Services 

It's tax time!  

This event is in the "Adult" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Business, Nonprofits, & Law,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join fellow grant seekers and the Community Resource Center for a live Funder Connection Workshop with the El Pomar Foundation. This viewing party will provide insight into the foundation's funding priorities, processes, and history.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Device Drop-in Help

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument 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 Hours any time between 11 A.M. and noon , and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Business Help - Office Hours

12:00pm–2:00pm
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! 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Narcan Training

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type:
Event Details:

This training will provide guidance on recognizing the signs of an opioid overdose and instructions on the proper use and administration of Narcan.

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

Art Inspiration

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Crafting, Making, & Recording, ,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required for this free program.

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.

This event is in the "Adult" group
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Office
Age Group: Adult
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Start Your Career Search with Confidence

This event is in the "Adult" group

Device Drop-in Help

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
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 between 3 and 4 p.m. and our staff can assist you. No registration is required. Please bring your power cords and devices.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Drop-In Watercolor

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Event Details:

​Come to High Prairie Library and experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session!

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
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
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

Fountain Craft Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adult
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters! The Fountain Craft Group meets once monthly on Fridays at 10:00 a.m.

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

NorthStar Computer Series: Internet Basics

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Learning Lab
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , , , Computers & Tech,
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.

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: ,
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Third Friday Friends of PPLD Book Group

10:30am–12:30pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Authors & Book Groups,
Event Details:

A book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!

The February book selection is Traces by Patricia L Hudson.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group

Ruth Holley Book Group

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Authors & Book Groups
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets on the 3rd Friday at 2:00pm.

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

Movie Matinee

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Games & Movies
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee that meets on the third Friday of every month. No registration required.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Inkscape Design Level 1 & Laser Badging

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:

Take the first steps into designing graphics and laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free vector graphics software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut on 1/8-inch wood pieces.

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.