All Pikes Peak Library District locations will close at 6 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 27 and will be closed on Thu., Nov. 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.  The eLibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

Rockrimmon Library will close on Sun., Dec. 1.

Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025. 

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NorthStar Computer Series: Computer Basics Lab

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

Practice the skills learned in the Computer Basics series.

Free time for Q & A related to computers and devices.

Sand Creek Book Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Thursday from 10am to 12pm.

Toddler Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, stories, and fun for toddlers ages 1 – 2, and their parents or caregivers. 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.

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! 

 

Stay and Play

11:00am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Open-ended play for children ages 1 – 5 and their parents or caregivers. Meet new friends and play together with fun toys that enhance early learning skills.  

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! 

 

Storytime

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Children's Story Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids, Live Indoor
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. 

Old Colorado City Book Group

11:30am - 1:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Book Group, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Thursday of the month January through October, third Thursdays November and December.

Homeschool: Map Mania

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Registration
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Homeschool, Kids, Tweens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Explore the many uses and parts of maps, both historic and current. Create your own map, work together to make a shared map of the Library, and then go on a treasure hunt. Ages 6-12.

Paws to Read

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

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

Mini Masterpieces: Perler Bead Recreations

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen
Event Details:

Ever want to recreate a Da Vinci? Or try your hand at a Van Gogh? Maybe you're more of a Mondrian fan. Create pieces for your own mini art museum using Perler beads to make versions of famous paintings. Ages 12 - 18.

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! 

 

Tween: Minute to Win It

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Tweens
Event Details:

Are you a cup stacking wizard? Can you tackle a minefield while blindfolded? Join us for a night of fun as we take on Minute to Win It style challenges. Ages 9 - 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! 

 

Tween Dungeons and Dragons Club

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Tween 9-12
Registration
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Games & Gaming, Tweens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Play Dungeons and Dragons with other tweens, led by our very own Dragon Master Jasmine! New members are always welcome, and no experience is required.

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen
Registration
Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Teen
Event Type: Teen
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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 12 - 18. Space is limited to 15 participants. Registration required.

Device Drop-in Help

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

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet?  Stop by our Device Drop-In during this time to see if we can help! 

Library 21c Fiber Arts Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B6
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Live Indoor, Seniors
Event Details:

Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more? Bring your stitching, knitting, crocheting project, or more and socialize with other crafters.

Speak English Group

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5, Family
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, Kids
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

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! 

 

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

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! 

 

Ruth Holley Book Group

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Book Group
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly book group that meets the fourth Friday of every month.

Laser Badging & Design Level 1: Coasters

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Make II (Messy Maker Space)
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Makerspace and Studios, Science & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom project designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8” wood. 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 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 ages 9 – 11 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!

Paws to Read

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Children's area
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Kids
Event Details:

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable 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! 

 

Speak English Group

10:15am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Adult Education Programs, Community Public, Seniors
Event Details:

Informal English language conversation groups for adults who speak some English.  Classes are free and no registration is necessary.

Sensory Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Registration
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: Early Literacy, Kids
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join us for an interactive storytime designed to include children with learning and sensory differences. Ideal for children ages 3 – 12 and their parents or caregivers. All abilities are welcome. Registration required.   

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! 

 

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: Early Literacy, Kids
Event Details:

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

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!