Tue., Jan. 13: Cheyenne Mountain Library is opening on a delayed start of 11 a.m. due to plumbing issues.

Pikes Peak Library District is closed Fri., Jan. 16, for staff development and Mon., Jan. 19, to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. The eLibrary, as well as other online services and resources, will still be available.

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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! 

 

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! 

 

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.

​ Idea Lab: Go Forth & Fort 

1:00pm–1:45pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Event Details:

​​Grab a book and then work collaboratively to build your best reading fort out of different cloth materials! Of course, you will be testing it out too. 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! 

 

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.

Colorado Nature Embroidery

3:00pm–4:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

​​Embroider the flora and fauna of Colorado in this basics course celebrating the 150th anniversary of the State of Colorado! Create designs inspired by the book The Field Guide to Embroidery by Jessica Kemper. All supplies provided.

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.

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.

Homeschool Art Show Call for Art

All Day 3/23–4/2
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Family
Library Branch: East Library
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, Family
Event Type: Homeschool
Event Details:

Call for art! It's time to get creative! Homeschoolers can submit one artwork (drawing, painting, sculpture, needlework, etc.) for this non-juried exhibit. For Grades K - 12.

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! 

Device Drop-In Help

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 11am and 12pm, and our staff can assist you. No registration is required.

Device Drop-In Help

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East F1
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: , Computers & Tech,
Event Details:

Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 2-3pm,  and our staff can assist you. 

Career Navigator office hours / Horas de oficina del Navegador de Carreras

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Adult Education Office
Age Group: Adult
Event Type:
Event Details:

Start Your Career Search with Confidence

Device Drop-In Help

3:30pm–4:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: Computers & Tech
Event Details:

​​Need help with your laptop, smartphone, tablet, or the Library’s new online catalog? Stop by our Device Drop-In Hours any time between 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., and our staff can assist you. 

Your Clothes Customized

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teen 13-18
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument 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.

Colorado Mosaics

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teen 13-18
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Teen 13-18
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording,
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.

Spring Maker Day

4:30pm–7:30pm
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family, All
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Make
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Tween 9-12, Teen 13-18, 16-24, Adult, Senior, Family, All
Event Type: ,
Event Details:

Come to the makerspace to create fun spring crafts and explore what these creative spaces have to offer! Experiment with watercolors, fabric, paint, and other projects to give as a gift or keep for yourself.

Free Tax Preparation Services

9:00am–5:00pm
All
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: Ent Conference Center
Age Group: All
Event Type:
Event Details:

It's tax time!  

Toddler Time

9:30am–9:45am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
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! 

 

Business Help - Office Hours

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: B5
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! 

Toddler Time

10:30am–10:45am
Kids 0-5
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
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! 

 

​Storytime​

10:30am–11:00am
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

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! 

 

Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Family
Library Branch: Monument Library
Room: Monument Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12, Family
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy, , ,
Event Details:

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

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! 

 

Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Kids 6-12
Event Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy,
Event Details:

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

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! 

 

Senior Chats

10:30am–11:30am
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Social Connections
Event Details:
Staying social can become harder as we get older, but it is not impossible. Join us at Senior Chats!