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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 "Tween 9-12" group

Tween: Snack Magnets

2:00pm–3:00pm
Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Event Details:

Sculpt something deliciously adorable and create your own mini food-themed magnets using colorful clay. From tiny pizzas to mini donuts, you will shape and decorate your creations before turning them into magnets to take home and display.

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

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. 

 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group

Idea Lab: Eric Carle Collages 

3:30pm–4:30pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Event Details:

Create a collage in the recognizable style of Eric Carle’s books. Which one might inspire you? Ages 5 – 12.

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group

Idea Lab: Air-Dried Clay Mosaics

4:00pm–4:45pm
Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Registration Required
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Unleash your creativity to make a one-of-a-kind mosaic using air-dried clay and seeds. Ages 5 – 12.​ 

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

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

Beginner Guitar & Ukulele Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Studio916
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Performances & Presentations,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in learning basic chords and playing techniques? Come play and learn at Studio916, Sand Creek Library's free recording studio. 


No experience necessary, ages 9 and up. Registration required.

This event is in the "Family" group

Paws to Read

10:00am–11:00am
Family
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Children's area
Age Group: Family
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

​Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our loveable volunteer Paws to Read therapy dogs.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

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

Tinkercad Design Level 1 & 3D Printer Badging

10:00am–1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with the PPLD! We will create and print a custom project using Tinkercad, a free, online 3D design software. No previous experience required. Ages 9 and up. 

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. 

 

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

VITA Tax Services

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type:
Event Details:

It’s Tax Time! 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Toddler Time

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy,
Event Details:

​​Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1-2, and their parents or caregivers. Space is limited.​ 

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Fountain Playgroup

10:30am–11:30am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

​​Experience the power of play in this hands-on playgroup for children ages 0 – 5 and their caregivers. These Playgroups spark curiosity, support early learning, and build socialization skills through open-ended play.

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups: If you have a group of 10 or more who wish to participate, please call the Library you plan to attend before your visit or program participation to confirm space.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 6-12" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Paws to Read

10:30am–11:30am
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Family
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Family
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
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 "Teen 13-18" group

Teen Craft Group

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teen 13-18
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Event Details:

Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays from 2:00-3:00pm.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Book Swap

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:

​​Bring your clean, gently used adult fiction and nonfiction books and swap them for new-to-you titles! Please only bring adult titles published within the last five years. No textbooks, manuals, or magazines. Ages 18 and up.

This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group

Your Clothes Customized 

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teen 13-18
Registration Required
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to add some character to your clothes? Put some pizzazz in your accessories? Bring your own shirts, pants, shoes, hats, headbands, etc., and make them uniquely yours.

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

Book Swap

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: ,
Event Details:

​​Bring your clean, gently used adult fiction and nonfiction books and swap them for new-to-you titles! Please only bring adult titles published within the last five years.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "All" group

Winter Movie Marathon

3:00pm–5:30pm
Family, All
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Family, All
Event Type: , , Games & Movies, , , , ,
Event Details:

​​Join us for an all-ages winter movie marathon!

Superman (2025)

This event is in the "Teen 13-18" group

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

3:30pm–5:45pm
Teen 13-18
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Games & Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join your fellow teens on an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons and Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Ages 13 - 18. Space is limited to 8 participants. Registration required.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group

Baby Time

9:30am–10:15am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy,
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-12 months, and their parents or caregivers. Play and social time follow each interactive session. 

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Baby Time

10:00am–10:45am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: , ,
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-12 months, and their parents or caregivers. Play and social time follow each interactive session. Space is limited.

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

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

Book Swap

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: ,
Event Details:

​​Bring your clean, gently used adult fiction and nonfiction books and swap them for new-to-you titles! Please only bring adult titles published within the last five years. No textbooks, manuals, or magazines.

This event is in the "Adult" group

Business Help - Office Hours

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East E3
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 "Kids 0-5" group

Baby Time

10:30am–11:15am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy,
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-12 months, and their parents or caregivers. Play and social time follow each interactive session.