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All Day, 3/31 - 4/19
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: All
Event Type: Community Public
Description:
Click on the links below to be taken to updates on the topics. COVID-19 Updates Facebook Virtual Library Guide     ...

Juan Morales Poetry Workshop: Poetry of the Witness and Activist

10:00am - 11:00am
Cancelled
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Description:
Juan Morales is a Colorado Poet who teaches at Colorado State University at Pueblo. He is offering a workshop on Poetry of the Witness and Activist Poetry. Register and join us for a wonderful class! ...

Paws to Read

10:00am - 11:00am
Cancelled
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Corner
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Description:
Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs! ...

Laser Badging

10:00am - 12:00pm
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Makerspace
Description:
In this 2 hour group badging class, learn how to use PPLD’s laser cutter / engraver machines. After the completion of this class, participants will be able to use the library’s laser on their own during Open Hours in the makerspaces at Library 21c, E...

Adult Education Tutoring

10:00am - 1:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Description:
PPLD Adult Education Tutoring.  ...

MAKE @ East Open Hours

10:00am - 1:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Makerspace, Teen Library Programs
Description:
During Open Hours MAKE @ East is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis. All patrons in the space must be at least 9 years old. A...

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Cancelled
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Description:
Young children, with a favorite adult, experience new stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, activities, and crafts. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of nee...

Saturday Fun

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Description:
A children’s librarian will lead a “Baby/Toddler Time” program that focuses on songs and rhymes. Can’t make it live? You can always view the videos whenever it’s convenient for you. https://www.facebook.com/ppldkids/ ...

Baby Time

10:30am - 11:15am
Cancelled
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Description:
Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. ...

Art Adventures at Sand Creek

10:30am - 11:30am
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Description:
Come and make a fun art project! Different projects featured each month. This month's project is Monet Water Lilies. Monet spent 40 years painting water lilies! Create your own Monet-inspired water lilies and learn about this time period of Monet'...

Paws to Read

10:30am - 11:30am
Cancelled
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Description:
 Come to this special storytime, enjoy doggy themed stories, crafts, and practice reading with our furry friend Luna.   We know there are all kinds of kids with all kinds of needs, so if your child might benefit ...

Crazy Soap and Bath Fizzies

10:30am - 12:30pm
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Description:
Treat yourself to a crazy DIY spa day! Use vintage molds to create soap in wild shapes. Discover how to make bath bombs with a twist! Join presenter Shawn from Two Bee Industries for this dive into the crazy side of clean. Ages 12 - 18 ...

Lego Build

10:30am - 12:30pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Description:
LEGO enthusiasts of all ages! Join us for our monthly LEGO Build! We’ll provide the LEGOs, you bring the creativity! Open to everyone. Please do not bring your own LEGOs (However, donations are gladly accepted!). ...

Drop In Saturday: Card Castle InterLibrary Competition

11:00am - 3:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Adult Reading Area
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Description:
Drop In Saturday: Card Castle InterLibrary Competition  Lets see which library can build the tallest castle! Winner will have the most countable levels. Drop in anytime and help us build the tallest card castle in the district! All ages&nb...

Adult Drop-In: Sensory Table

11:30am - 12:30pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs
Description:
Explore your senses! Check out items with a unique texture or feel, a pleasant smell, or that make noise. Take home a handout on how to make a sensory bottle to have on the go! ...

ERC Open Hours Noon - 4 p.m.

12:00pm - 4:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, ERC (Educational Resource Center), Family Library Programs
Description:
Come stop by the ERC! Located on the upper floor of East Library. Call 531.6333 x1416 if you have any questions. Learn more at ppld.org/erc. ...

Teen Movie: TBA

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Movie, Teen Library Programs
Description:
Join us for to watch a free film! Snacks provided. Ages 12-18. Some titles shown may be PG-13. ...

Make II Open Hours at Library 21c

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Makerspace
Description:
During Open Hours, Make II is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis. Patrons must be badged to use a machine during a separate appointment ...

Saturday Social: Be a Journalist

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Rooms
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Description:
Come to learn how to build a newspaper and magazine. Kids can make their own comic strips, write captions for pictures, make headline poetry or scrabble, and dive into different sections of the news...

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Study Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Description:
Are you interested in getting volunteer hours? Do you like being able to set your own schedule and come up with your own plans? Stop by this meeting to learn more about (and maybe sign up for!) Teen Advisory Board (TAB). You'll be able to meet with f...

Tumble Play

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Description:
Children under 5 years old are invited to a free tumble mat play session in the Children’s Department. Caregivers must be present during session. No registration necessary. ...

TAB (Teen Advisory Board)

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Description:
Volunteer at Cheyenne Mountain Library's TAB (Teen Advisory Board)! First Saturdays at 2PM. Work to improve the library experience for teens by providing opinions and ideas! See more programs like this by clicking here: https://tinyurl.com/u3...

Maker in Residence: Textile Art

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Creative Services Programs, Maker/Artist in Residence, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs
Description:
When you think of your community, what comes to mind? Learn how to create a fabric collage that celebrates the beauty of our Pikes Peak region. Attendees will create two collages - one for the community art installation, and one to take home! Come le...

Learn Guitar & Ukelele Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Recording Studio
Age Group: All
Event Type: Creative Services Programs, Family Library Programs, S.T.E.A.M.
Description:
Come learn, teach and play in a relaxed environment for all skill levels. Please furnish an instrument if possible, Library provided instruments are available but limited. Everyone who attends will get a change to learn and play! Education materials...

Stay & Play

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Description:
Join us for open-ended play! We’ll have fun toys to enhance your child’s early literacy learning. Meet new friends and have fun playing together. ...

Musical Story Time with Chamber Orchestra of the Springs

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cancelled
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Description:
Musicians from the Chamber Orchestra of the Springs will present The Tortoise and the Hare and the Big Red Barn accompanied by classical favorites. Afterward, children can enjoy an exploration session with a variety of musical instruments g...