PPLD Update:

All Pikes Peak Library District locations will be closed Mon., May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.  The elibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 - 7, with a favorite adult.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 - 7, with a favorite adult.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor
Event Details:

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Chats

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Live Indoor, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

This informal gathering for seniors offers information sharing, networking, and discussions. All are welcome! No registration required.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Classroom
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:
Stories and more for children ages 3 - 7, with a favorite adul
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Meadows Park Community Center
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

Join Dr. Wanda and Ron Cousar to learn the origins of cultural norms from the 16th century to the present through stories for children and families.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Create & Play

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

Did you know studies show that art-making builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Bring your little one to a special event made just for them, where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Intergenerational Library Programs, Library Adventurers Programs, Teen Library Programs, Virtual Program
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Silver Key Extension

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Community Public
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Socrates Cafe

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Live Indoor
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Book page Wreaths

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Celebrate summer with a cheerful wreath made from book pages and colorful ribbon.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Create & Play

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Did you know studies show that art making builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Bring your little one to a special event made just for them where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Device Drop-In Help

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All" group.
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Adults, All
Event Type: Community Resources
Event Details:

Come speak with a Community Resources Specialist to receive resources or information you are in need of in El Paso County.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Event Details:

Come to the Library to meet some friendly animals from Wishing Star Farm. These programs are held outdoors for ages 0 - 12.  

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: S.T.E.A.M., Teen Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Want to learn more about how artificial intelligence (AI) works? Curious about the future of this new field of technology? Learn more through this project-based learning course that introduces the fundamentals of AI through engaging lessons.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Monument Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, 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" group.

Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

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 "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Camp Half-Blood Trivia

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Live Indoor, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Are you a Percy Jackson superfan ? Test your knowledge in this trivia competition! For ages 9-18.

Registration is suggested but not required.

 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Tweens
Event Type: Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Play D&D with other tweens, led by our very own Dragon Master Alli! 
New members are always welcome, and no experience is required. For ages 9 - 12.

This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Live Indoor, Tween Library Programs
Event Details:

Use Makedo child-safe tools and recycled cardboard to create amazing recycled creations. Work individually or with others. Ages 5 - 12.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Seats are limited to 20 each week. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Evening Yoga

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Western Window Bay
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Live Indoor, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs
Event Details:

Weekly Vinyassa Flow/Power Vinyassa yoga class led by yoga instrutor Megan Conway. This yoga program is for all experience levels.