Week Calendar

For adults wanting to improve their workplace and every day English language skills. Classes provide instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Registration is required.

PPLD Wellness Team Meeting

For adults wanting to improve their workplace and every day English language skills. Classes provide instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Registration is required.

Monthly staff meeting for Rockrimmon Library.

During Open Hours MAKE @ East is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

Join us for open-ended play! We’ll have fun toys to enhance your child’s early literacy learning. Meet new friends and have fun playing together.

Weekly meeting of the marketing team. 

meeting to discuss menu format

Walk-in appointments available with social worker, Alicia Kwande, for assistance with resources and VI-SPDAT assessments.

For adults wanting to improve their workplace and every day English language skills. Classes provide instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Registration is required.

PPLD Adult Education High School Equivalency (HSE) program offers free classes for adults. Using trained instructors, we will help students who need to obtain GED, HiSET, or TASC credentials, which are the alternative to a high school diploma.

* To enroll into an ESL (English as a Second Language) class, you need to attend the mandatory orientation.
* Orientation will take TWO to THREE hours to complete. Not necessary to pre-register, just show up.

Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story.  For ages 2-3 accompanied by a favorite adult.

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Poetry Heals brings therapeutic poetry writing to people living difficult lives. We will write together in groups and individually, sharing tools that are positive, effective, portable and affordable.

Poetry Heals brings therapeutic poetry writing to people living difficult lives. We will write together in groups and individually, sharing tools that are positive, effective, portable and affordable.

Informal English language conversation groups for adults who speak some English (intermediate to advanced levels). Group meets once a week for two hours, no registration required, and no cost involved.

During Open Hours, the Sand Creek Makerspace is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

Begin your Tai Chi journey HERE with the Basics. Class is 45 minutes long. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing. Everyone welcome. Learn from Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor.

Social group connecting people with resources, conversation, and support.

This program gives toddlers an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading. (For one and two-year olds and caregivers.) Approximately 20 minutes.

Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story. For two and three-year-old children, with a favorite adult.

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you're interested!

Brainstorming how to promote the Census, facts & figures documents 

Library laptops are available for use in our downstairs meeting room. Library staff will be on hand either to assist with personal projects from job skills to Microsoft Office products, or provide practice materials on computer basics.

Learn about the tools to use to start or grow your business or look for a job.

This will cover industry outlook, competition, vendors, and target markets. It will also cover financing options, marketing and advertising.

Learn the uniquely Chinese dance-like Jian (straight sword) and DaoI (broadsword) forms. The Jian sword form is fairly meditative, while the Daol sword form is quite energetic.

For adults wanting to improve their workplace and every day English language skills. Classes provide instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Registration is required.

PPLD Adult Education High School Equivalency (HSE) program offers free classes for adults. Using trained instructors, we will help students who need to obtain GED, HiSET, or TASC credentials, which are the alternative to a high school diploma.

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you're interested!

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Meeting

Meeting

Meeting: Friends of Old Colorado City Library

Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story. For two and three-year-old children, with a favorite adult.

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. Space is limited.

Programs for adults of all abilities. Join the GO TEAM therapy dogs to unwind after the holidays and kick off the new year! Please contact Lisa at 719-597-7070 for more information.

• Outstanding information needs from YAS/CS
• Appropriate text for inclusion on outreach bookmarks, Kayah sending to translation
• Plan for rolling out marketing plan to branches
• Timeline questions/concerns

A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.

Monday Morning Movie! Come join us for a movie! Refreshments will be provided. This month features Ava Duvernay's film Selma.

Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-min program consists of music and movement activities and a story. For ages 2-3 accompanied by a favorite adult.

Did you know that block play increases a child's language development? Drop in to build, balance, stack and crash with a variety of different blocks and other educational toys.

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Struggling with your laptop, tablet, or smartphone? Bring your device and a staff member can assist you in troubleshooting the device.

You must register for one of the four slots available.

These informal gatherings for seniors offer information sharing, networking, discussions and coffee.

All are welcome. No registration required.

Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! Join us for this special storytime involving music and movement, aimed at ages 2 and 3 years old.

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannel boards, puppets, songs and activities, followed by a small craft. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sound

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities.

Children ages three and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, songs and activities.

Programs for adults of all abilities. Join the GO TEAM therapy dogs to unwind after the holidays and kick off the new year! Please contact Delaina at ext. 6077 for more information.

This program gives toddlers an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading. (For one and two-year olds and caregivers.) Approximately 20 minutes.

Program runs from 10:00 to 10:20 a.m.  This program gives an introduction to the delights of rhyme, rhythm, and a few special stories as a first step to reading for 1 and 2-year-old children and caregivers.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Welcome to paper crafting, card-making creativity time!

Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month.

Registration is required.

All materials provided.

All seniors are welcome to share conversation and a cup of coffee in this casual discussion group.

45 minute class with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. For first-timers: You must take the Tai Chi Basics course.

A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.

Join us for a 20-minute babywearing dance program.  For ages 6 weeks to as-old-as-you-can-WEAR your baby! Please bring a babywrap and water.

Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story. For two and three-year-old children, with a favorite adult.

Join us for open-ended play! We’ll have fun toys to enhance your child’s early literacy learning. Meet new friends and have fun playing together.

For ages 1-3 years old. No registration required.

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you’re interested!

1- and 2-year-old children, with a favorite adult, enjoy rhymes, music and movement, and a few short books.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Young children, with a favorite adult, experience new stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, activities, and crafts.

Children ages 3-5, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, songs, and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with sounds, rhythm, and rhyme in a playful environment.

Stories and more for children ages 3 and up. Check your branch or the Children’s Department for Storytime themes.

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Barbara Mills from Springs French Music Lingua for a unique program that teaches French to children ages 8 and under using a fun mix of music, movement, art, drama and storytelling!

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannel boards, puppets, songs and activities.

Part 2. Registration must be made for part 1 which occurs on Tuesday, January 14 at 10 a.m.

FOL meeting 

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. Call for storytime themes, if you’re interested!

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, songs, and activities.

One and two-year old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Join Barbara Mills from Springs French Music Lingua for a unique program that teaches French to children, ages 8 and under, using a fun mix of music, movement, art, drama and storytelling.

Are you frustrated with your smartphone? Confused by the Internet? Come get your questions answered about your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.

Walk-in appointments available with social worker, Alicia Kwande, for assistance with resources and VI-SPDAT assessments. Every 1st and 3rd Friday at Ruth Holley Library from 10:00am-12:00noon.

Informal English language conversation groups for adults who speak some English (intermediate to advanced levels). Group meets once a week for two hours, no registration required, and no cost involved.

During Open Hours, the SA Makerspace is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Begin your Tai Chi journey HERE with the Basics. Class is 45 minutes long. No experience necessary. Please wear comfortable clothing. Everyone welcome. Learn from Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor.

A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.

One and two-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books.

Storytimes at the library introduce children ages 3 through 7 to picture books, flannel board stories, finger plays, music, art, poetry, film, and puppetry.

No registration required for this free event.

Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities.

Programs for adults of all abilities. Join the GO TEAM therapy dogs to unwind after the holidays and kick off the new year! Please contact Fran at 719-597-5377 for more information.

Join us for open-ended play! We’ll have fun toys to enhance your child’s early literacy learning. Meet new friends and have fun playing together.

Ages 0-5 with caring adult

Kids can practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read Therapy dogs!

Community Health Dialogue for community leaders and stakeholders.

Build Legos with fellow enthusiasts.

We will be discussing topics related to high desert gardening. Open to the public; visitors are heartily invited to join us. Visit our website at www.falcongardenclub.org

Get together weekly to socialize and work on any knitting, crochet, sewing, or quilting that you might be interested in.

PPLD Adult Education Tutoring. 

During Open Hours MAKE @ East is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

Join us for a Chair Yoga class, focusing on strengthening and stretching your body while focusing your mind and helping you tap in to your breath. Tapping into our vital Life Force keeps our bodies flexible, strong and healthy.

Young children, with a favorite adult, experience new stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, activities, and crafts. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Shake those wiggles out and have some fun! This 30-minute program consists of music and movement activities and a story.  For ages 2-3 accompanied by a favorite adult.

Mrs. Blake will teach you how to use sgraffito technique to make a Palmer Lake Star tile.  This one hour class is for people age 7 and older.  Registration is required.

Learn tips and tricks to create easy, flavorful meals in your crockpot.  For ages 18 and up. 

Drop in and spend time with your kids (babies - teens) coloring and conversing. Pages and coloring materials suitable for babies through adults provided. No registration necessary.

Join us for this all ages storytime program; with crafts, stories, and fun! Families are welcome. 

Young children, with a favorite adult, experience new stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, activities, and crafts.

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. Each interactive session gives babies the opportunity to hear lots of language and play with other babies. Space is limited.

Yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners with local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman. Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. (Yoga blanket, yoga strap, and two yoga blocks recommended.)

Checking in regarding restructuring, new reporting relationships, etc. 

Stay and play every Wednesday from 11a.m. to 12 p.m. immediately following Toddler Time in the Children's Area.

45 minute class with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. For first-timers: You must take the Tai Chi Basics course.

Round table discussion of helpful websites and Internet searching techniques. Visit as a guest for free. Members pay annual dues.

PPLD Adult Education Tutoring. 

Learn Qi Gong with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. No experience necessary. Everyone welcome. philipselva@yahoo.com

Join us to celebrate the life and art of Charles Rockey. Artist Ed McKay will present a Tribute to Rockey from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Ed McKay will show the last two portraits of Rockey and talk about Rockey's life, art, and influence. 

Come celebrate winter weather with us! Your child will help build an indoor snowman and make paper bag snowflakes to take home! For ages 5-12. 

Aztec student meetings

45 minute class with Philip Selva, Certified Tai Chi Instructor. For first-timers: You must take the Tai Chi Basics course.

Discussing advertising for 2020 

45 minute class with Certified Tai Chi Instructor Philip Selva. philipselva@yahoo.com
Please consult your physician prior to participation in this program.

Come stop by the ERC! Located on the upper floor of East Library. Call 531.6333 x1416 if you have any questions. Learn more at ppld.org/erc.

During Open Hours, the SA Makerspace is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

When the British passenger liner, Titanic, set sail on its maiden voyage on April 10, 1912, it was the largest, most luxurious ship in the world.

Adult crafter's meet to chat and work on an individual project

Speak English groups are informal English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills. Each group meets once a week for two hours. Classes are free and no registration is necessary.

During Open Hours MAKE @ East is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

Are you frustrated with your smartphone? Confused by the Internet? Come get your questions answered about your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.

Children's Services meeting

Bring a project to work on, share ideas, and socialize with fellow knitters and crocheters. This is NOT a class. No registration required.

PPLD Adult Education Tutor

Join the educators from The National Museum of WWII Aviation to learn about the courage, heroism, and innovation that changed the course of world history.

During Open Hours MAKE @ East is available for patrons to work on their own projects while a trained PPLD staff member is present. Equipment and supplies are available on a first come basis.

When the British passenger liner, Titanic, set sail on its maiden voyage on April 10, 1912, it was the largest, most luxurious ship in the world.

Create a wintry painting featuring a fox at the library while enjoying delicious seasonal mocktails! No prior painting experience required. All supplies provided. Ages 18 and up.

Registration is required

Jump start a healthy new year and learn how to make delicious and nutritious smoothies.  Presented by Mile High Fitness.  For ages 18 and up. 

Have you always wanted to learn to knit, but never found the time or teacher? Here's your opportunity!

Meeting

Teens and Tweens - drop in to the library for something fun to do! We'll have a different activity available every week.

For ages 9-18

Beginning Class (Mon., Jan. 13, 2 to 4 p.m.):

Celebrate the Chinese New Year by creating a work of string art with this year's celebrated animal.