All Pikes Peak Library District locations are closed Wed., Dec. 10, and Thu., Dec. 11, to implement the new Integrated Library System.

The catalog and PPLD app will be unavailable through Thu., Dec. 11.

Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Teen" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Library Explorers, S.T.E.A.M., Science & Math, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

The year is 1899, and you have found yourself locked in engineer and inventor Nikola Tesla’s experimental lab right here in the Pikes Peak region!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Sewing Level 1 for Teens

4:30pm–7:30pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the basics of machine sewing and create a basic project. First, we will teach you how to wind a bobbin, thread the machine and navigate the interface of a computerized sewing machine. Then, participants will learn basic stitches.

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.  

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Craft Group

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Event Details:

Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on first and third Mondays at 5pm.

This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Drop-in Watercolor

3:30pm–4:45pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Intergenerational, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Come to Fountain Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration is necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushes, paint, and paper; just bring yourself!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Colorado Mosaics

3:30pm–5:00pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Teen Space
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the State of Colorado, join us in learning the art of mosaics by transforming Colorado icons into stunning artworks! Ages 13 – 18. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per month: Due to the popularity of this program, please limit your registration to one slot per month. 

One slot per participant: Please register for only one session so that others can attend the program. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration so that others can participate.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons

4:00pm–6:30pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
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 6 participants.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

5:30pm–7:45pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Registration Required
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 "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Evening Yoga

6:00pm–7:00pm
16-24, Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:

Join us for this weekly Vinyasa Flow/Power Vinyasa yoga class led by yoga instructor Megan Conway. This yoga program is for all experience levels.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Craft Group

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teen
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Teen Space
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Event Details:

Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly every 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Math Tutoring

3:30pm–6:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Type: Kids, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

This event is in the "All" group

Lego Build

4:00pm–5:00pm
All
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Kids, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

​​Engineering your best LEGO creation and completing LEGO challenges are only some of the possibilities at this open-ended LEGO program using the Library’s LEGO resources. Join us for creative fun!  A

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 "All" group

Jigsaw Puzzle Swap ​

4:00pm–6:00pm
All
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Columbine A
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Kids, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:

​​Give a Puzzle, get a new-to-you puzzle in exchange at the Jigsaw Puzzle Swap. We will only accept gently used puzzles. ​ 

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Teen
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 15 participants. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per participant: Please register for only one session so that others can attend the program. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration so that others can participate.

This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen" group

Homeschool Make-a-Masterpiece: Dog Portraits, Modigliani Style

10:00am–11:30am
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Class, Homeschool, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create an eye-catching dog portrait using watercolor, chalk pastels, and colored pencils!

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per month: Due to the popularity of this program, please limit your registration to one slot per month. 

One slot per participant: Please register for only one session so that others can attend the program. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration so that others can participate.

This event is in the "Teen" group
Registration Required
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Library Explorers, S.T.E.A.M., Science & Math, Teen
Registration Required
Event Details:

The year is 1899, and you have found yourself locked in engineer and inventor Nikola Tesla’s experimental lab right here in the Pikes Peak region!

Disclaimer(s)

One slot per participant: Please register for only one session so that others can attend the program. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration so that others can participate.

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 "Teen" group

Teen Advisory Board

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Event Details:

Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library!

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Craft Group

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
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 "All" group

Lego Build

10:30am–11:30am
All
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Kids, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

​​Engineering your best LEGO creation and completing LEGO challenges are only some of the possibilities at this open-ended LEGO program using the Library’s LEGO resources. Join us for creative fun!  Al

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 "Teen" group
This event is in the "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Classic Board Games

4:30pm–6:30pm
Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Library Branch: Library 21c
Age Group: Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Teen
Event Details:

​​Looking for a fun way to socialize and challenge your mind? Enjoy a welcoming space to play a selection of classic board games, including chess, checkers, and many more.

This event is in the "All" group

Lego Build

4:00pm–5:00pm
All
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room B
Age Group: All
Event Type: Adults, Family Library Programs, Intergenerational, Kids, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

​​Engineering your best LEGO creation and completing LEGO challenges are only some of the possibilities at this open-ended LEGO program using the Library’s LEGO resources. Join us for creative fun!  All ages welcome.  ​ 

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 "Teen" group

Teen Craft Group

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Teen
Event Details:

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters your age! Teen Craft Group meets monthly on the second Tuesday at 4 p.m.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

5:30pm–7:45pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Registration Required
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 "16-24" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Evening Yoga

6:00pm–7:00pm
16-24, Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Venue
Age Group: 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors, Teen
Event Details:

Join us for this weekly Vinyasa Flow/Power Vinyasa yoga class led by yoga instructor Megan Conway. This yoga program is for all experience levels.

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group
This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Math Tutoring

3:30pm–6:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen, Adult
Event Type: Kids, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tutoring is provided free of charge.