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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, 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. ...

Rockrimmon Library 3rd Annual Community Art Show

All Day 10/13 - 10/31
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Description:
Celebrate Arts Month with the Rockrimmon Library! We are hosting a month-long display of art created by our patrons: this year, the show may be viewed either in person at the library or online HERE. Thank you to all the artists who were brave...

PPLD Challenge: Favorite Fictional Character for President

10/13/2020 @ 8:00am - 11/03/2020 @ 9:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Description:
It’s time to campaign for your favorite fictional character! From Oct 5 - Oct 18, create a poster that answers the following question: “How would your favorite fictional character change the world for the better if they were elected president?” Faceb...

The Center for Puppetry Arts presents: Ruth and the Green Book

10/14/2020 @ 3:00pm - 11/14/2020 @ 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 150
Description:
The Center for Puppetry Arts presents a live action and puppet rendition of Calvin Alexander Ramsey’s children’s story, Ruth and The Green Book. Ruth and her parents travel south to visit family but encounter many people who are unfriendly to black t...

Election 2020 Placeholder

All Day 10/19 - 11/12
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Community Public
Description:
TBD ...

General Election 2020

All Day 10/19 - 11/12
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Community Public
Description:
El Paso County elections 2020 ...

General Election 2020

All Day 10/19 - 11/12
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Community Public
Description:
El Paso County elections 2020 ...

Nonprofit Workshop - Researching Inviduals (part 1)

9:00am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Description:
Setting strategies for Major Gift Prospects:  Learn the role individual donors play in your fundraising strategy, methods for identifying major gift donors, and the research tools for effective cultivation and solicitation strategies. ...

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL)

9:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Pine Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Description:
For adults wanting to improve their workplace and every day English language skills. Classes provide instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Registration is required. New students must attend ESL Orientation to register and take a p...

Library Explorers: African Music and Dance

10:30am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Description:
Library Explorers programs are designed for adults of all abilities. Join Dr. Wanda and Ron Cousar for an engaging exploration of African instruments, song and dance. ...

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...

APPR Tie-In: Department of Human Services Tells us about Foster Care

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Description:
The Department of Human Services answers all of the questions you might have about foster care. #APPR #AllPikesPeakReads and #YASAPPR Click here to watch this program! ...

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.  ...

Nonprofit Workshop - Grantseeking

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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. ...

LENA Start

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Family
Event Type: Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Description:
Do you have a child between the ages of 0-32 months? Do you wonder how much you talk with your child? LENA Start is a 10-week, virtual program that will increase your child’s language development. Families will receive a “talk pedometer” that counts ...

Virtual Yoga

9:00am - 10:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
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. ...

Nonprofit Workshop - Researching Individuals (part 2)

9:00am - 11:00am
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Description:
Participants will utilize library and community resources to actively apply the strategies and methods discussed in Part 1. ...

Sand Creek Book Club: Virtual Meeting

10:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, APPR: All Pikes Peak Reads, Book Clubs, Senior Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
This is the first virtual meeting of the Sand Creek Book Club! We will be discussing the All Pikes Peak Reads (APPR) titles The Unsung Hero of Birdsong, USA by Brenda Woods, All The Impossible Things by Lindsay Lackey, and The Pull of the Stars by Em...

Virtual Storytime for Kids

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 you to join in a sing-along and then read a children’s book. Videos are not live, so you can always view the videos whenever it’s convenient for you. All videos are available for viewing o...

Parenting Little Ones Q&A: Speech & Development

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids, Adults, Family
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs, Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 38
Description:
LM Description: Have questions about parenting little ones? PPLD's Family Place Libraries are hosting a 5-week fall series on Zoom where caregivers can ask questions of community professionals in the fields of child development, nutrition, speech/lan...

PenPop!

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:
Let’s geek out!  Join our Penrose team each week to discuss your favorite genres/topics in pop culture.  Each week we will discuss a different topic.  On October 29th, the topic will be horror and Halloween. ...

El Paso County-Election 2020

8:00am - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Community Public
Description:
Reserved for Election ...

Monster Mash Move and Groove

11:00am - 11:30am
Registration
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose 1905 Carnegie Garden
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Description:
To ensure everyone’s health and safety, Pikes Peak Library District will cancel the outdoor program scheduled for Fri., Oct. 30, at Penrose Library. This decision was made by PPLD leadership in an effort to stay ahead of public health guidance due to...

El Paso County-Election 2020

8:00am - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Community Public
Description:
Reserved for Election ...

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. ...

Learn to Knit: Infinity Scarf

All Day 11/1 - 12/31
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs
Description:
Have you ever... wanted to learn how to knit? seen someone wearing a cozy infinity scarf, and wanted to have one of your own?  If you answered "yes" to both of these questions, then you're in luck! In this 5-part video series, local...

Sewing: Visible Mending Clothes Clinic

All Day 11/1 - 12/31
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace, Senior Library Programs
Description:
Before you give up on your old clothes, join us for a video series on garment mending skills and give your existing wardrobe an upgrade! In this 6-part video series, you'll learn practical sewing skills including how to hem, patch, and adjust the fit...