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

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

Accordion Photo Albums

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a personalized item to display your favorite memories with an accordion-style photo album! Feel free to bring photos from home to populate your albums. All supplies provided. 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 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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Ruth Holley Fiber Arts Group

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
Event Details:

​​Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more?

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

Accordion Photo Albums

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Calhan Library
Room: Calhan Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a personalized item to display your favorite memories with an accordion-style photo album! Feel free to bring photos from home to populate your albums. All supplies provided. 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 Craft Group

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teen
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Teen Center (ETC) A & B
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 second Wednesdays at 5:00 PM.

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

Art for Older Adults

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Class, Intergenerational, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Art for Older Adults inspires a sense of self-reliance for older adults, even when the participant is somewhat reliant on a partner to help with materials use.

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

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, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
Event Details:

​​Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more?

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

HTV Iron-Ons Designs with the Silhouette

2:00pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Makerspace
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Maker Crafts, Makerspace, Science & Math
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use the Silhouette Studio software to create easy heat transfer designs. You will learn how to make your own tote bag!

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.  

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 "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

Drop-In Watercolor

11:00am–1:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Come to Old Colorado City Library and experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in 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 "Teen" group

Colorado Mosaics

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Colorado Nature Embroidery

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
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.

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

Colorado Nature Embroidery

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ruth Holley Library
Room: Ruth Holley Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
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.

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

Tween: Snack Magnets​

3:00pm–4:00pm
Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Tweens
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 "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 "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

Sewing Level 1

2:00pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Old Colorado City Library
Room: Old Colorado City Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording
Registration Required
Event Details:

Library Market Description:

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

Homeschool Make-a-Masterpiece: Japanese Sumi-e Painting

1:00pm–2:30pm
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sand Creek Library
Room: Sand Creek Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12, Teen
Event Type: Crafting, Making, & Recording, Class, Homeschool, Kids, Teen, Tweens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sketch with us to capture the iconic architecture of a traditional Japanese pagoda.

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

Art Inspiration

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Class, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided. Ages 18 and up. Registration is required for this free program.

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 "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

Drop-In Watercolor

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Library Branch: High Prairie Library
Room: High Prairie Meeting Room
Age Group: Tween 9-12, Teen, 16-24, Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors, Teen, Tweens
Event Details:

Come to High Prairie 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 "Adult" group
This event is in the "Senior" group

Fountain Craft Group

10:00am–11:30am
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Seniors
Event Details:

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters! The Fountain Craft Group meets once monthly on Fridays at 10:00 a.m.

This event is in the "Teen" group

Teen Craft Group

3:45pm–4:45pm
Teen
Library Branch: Cheyenne Mountain Library
Room: Cheyenne Marlene Rook Memorial Community 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 third Friday from 3:45 to 4:45.

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

Penrose Craft Group

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult, Senior
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Crafting, Making, & Recording, Library Explorers, Seniors
Event Details:

​​Bring a craft to work on while socializing with other crafters! The Penrose Craft Group meets monthly on the third Monday of the month from 11 am to noon.

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.