PPLD Update:

Old Colorado City Library will be closed on Sat., May 25 for Territory Days.  The elibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

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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Laser Tag - Teens

10:30am - 12:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Adult Reading Area
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
 

Summer Fun: Wishing Star Farms

10:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
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.  

Summer Fun: West African Storytelling, Drumming and Percussion

11:00am - 11:45am
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs, Tween 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.

Unpacking a History of Systemic Racism in the American Education System with Tiffany Jewell

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Author, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Senior Library Programs, Teen Library Programs, Virtual Program
Event Details:

Register here!

Introduction to AI Camp

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Class, S.T.E.A.M., Teen Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

Library 21c Art Inspiration

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided.

Ages 18 an up. Registration is required for this free program.

Tween: Recycled Games

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs
Event Details:

Join us for Recycled Games at the Library! Compete against your friends to win at table tennis, marshmallow archery, mini golf, and more. Ages 9 - 12.

 

Escape Room: Olympic Dreams

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs, Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Can you solve the clues with your team and break into the box in this escape room-like challenge? Participants band together and solve the clues to find their missing passports, which they'll need to see the Games in Paris. Ages 12 – 18.

Paws to Read

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Family
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.

Paws to Read

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Age Group: Kids, Family
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.

Clay Exploration: Coil Bowls

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Family, All
Event Type: Creative Services Programs, Intergenerational Library Programs, Live Indoor, Makerspace, S.T.E.A.M.
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us and experiment with clay at the Sand Creek Library Makerspace in a two-part class.

HSE class (High School Equivalency: GED/HiSET)

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Classroom
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs
Event Details:

The GED, HiSET  are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offer Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for such tests. We offer preparation for Language Arts, Social St

Tween Dungeons and Dragons Club

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Tweens
Event Type: Tween Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Play D&D with other tweens, led by our very own Dragon Master Erica!

New members are always welcome and no experience is required. Ages 9-12.

 

Sensory Accommodations Kit Description:

Repair Café

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Creative Services Programs, Live Indoor, Senior Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Toss it? No Way! Fix it at Repair Café! 

Teen Dungeons and Dragons Club

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teens
Event Type: Teen Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons!

Device Drop-In Help

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Bay Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

 Need help with your laptop,

Manitou Knitting Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, All
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Senior Library Programs
Event Details:

For beginners or experts, and everything in-between. Join us to meet up with like minded knitters, socialize, open to all sorts of textile arts.

Community Resources open hours

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Library 21c
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.

NorthStar Computer Series - Computer Basics 3

10:00am - 12:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Petritz Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Library Programs, Class, Computer Classes, Senior Library Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Computer

Speak English Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Library 21c
Age Group: Adults
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Adult Library Programs
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.

Community Resources open hours

10:00am - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Manitou Springs 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.

Create & Play

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Courtyard
Age Group: Kids, Family
Event Type: Childrens Library Programs, Family Library Programs
Event Details:

Did you know studies show that making art 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!