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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.

Marketing meeting - 2nd floor conference room unavailable

Weekly meeting of the marketing team. 

Join us for a creative and fun paper craft class! This class meets every other month on the third Tuesday with new projects each session.  Register now -- space is limited to the first 15 adults to sign up.

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.

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.

***Registration for this class will begin January 13th at 9:00 a.m.***

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!

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 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.

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.

This meeting likely won’t be a full hour every time, but let’s establish some time for us all to chat about Discovery and its progress.

Programs for adults of all abilities. Create a dream collage to inspire and motivate you to achieve your dreams. All supplies provided but feel free to bring your own pictures too. Please contact Delaina at ext. 6077 for more information.

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 Heather at ext. 6314 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.

What can we learn by "walking on eggs" and collaborating to design and build a shelter? Find out as you eggs-periment and build in this engaging program where you will explore firsthand different kinds of engineering in order to mak

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.

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.

What can we learn by "walking on eggs" and collaborating to design and build a shelter? Find out as you eggs-periment and build in this engaging program where you will explore firsthand different kinds of engineering in order to mak

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.

What can we learn by "walking on eggs" and collaborating to design and build a shelter? Find out as you eggs-periment and build in this engaging program where you will explore firsthand different kinds of engineering in order to mak

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.

Join this lively group of hand crafters to share ideas, socialize, and, of course, work on a project!

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.

Music and movement for twos and threes and a caring adult. Families welcome.

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.

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!

It's never too early to help your child prepare for success in Kindergarten! Join us for this event where you can discover fun ideas to enhance your child's early literacy, aimed at kids ages 0-5.

Come join Marc of Double M Farm in Falcon for a hands on workshop designed to help you select the best seed for your garden on the Eastern Plains of Colorado.

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.

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.

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.

Restorative Yoga sessions, taught by local Yoga Instructor Leigh Schultz-Spector, are designed to focus on restoring, relaxing, and resolving clarity of both the body and mind.

Programs for adults of all abilities. Create a dream collage to inspire and motivate you to achieve your dreams. All supplies provided but feel free to bring your own pictures too. Please contact Delaina at ext. 6077 for more information.

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.

PPLD Library Explorer programs serve adults with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities and their caregivers. Join the GO TEAM therapy dogs to unwind after the holidays and kick off the new year!

The Old Colorado City Book Group meets monthly. Check attached pdf or call us for this month's title. Light refreshments offered, but feel free to bring your own lunch and join us in a lively discussion!

PPLD Adult Education Tutoring. 

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

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.

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Join us for a FREE hour-long yoga class. Please bring your own mat. No experience necessary. All levels welcome. 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.

One on One

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

The goal of this presentation is to arm you with facts. Knowledge is power, and we want to share with you the power of planning your desired retirement. You will learn the future quantitative financial impact of your decisions.

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.

Do you love books, reading and libraries? Have you considered becoming involved in your community? One easy step covers it all! JOIN THE FRIENDS NOW!

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.

Learn how to up-cycle a book and turn it into a piece of heart. The beginning class will present the basic principles of the art of book folding. The participant will leave with a completed heart design.

Discuss history with other buffs! The 2019 discussion discussion topic is "Growth of the United States." Meeting is held monthly on the fourth Wednesday. There will be no meeting in December. No registration required.

PPLD Adult Education Tutor

We welcome everyone who wants to spin or learn about spinning. There will be extra spinning wheels and fiber so drop-ins have the opportunity to give it a try. This is a fun way to get to know other spinners and all levels are welcome.

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.

  Discover quick and fun dyeing using acid dyes and silk scarf blanks. In this introductory workshop with Julia Bannerot you will create multiple silk scarves and fabric samples.

Thank you for your interest in attending the Beginner Soapmaking Class. Due to outside circumstances, we are sorry to inform you that we have to cancel all scheduled classes.

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

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

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Learn to use Libby, the Overdrive app, to access eBooks and eAudiobooks with your PPLD account on your personal tablet or smartphone.

discuss what’s still needing to be transitioned from the public services side of the video studio work to the communications team.

What makes sound?  How does it travel? Come and enjoy an interactive program about the basics of sound.

Join us for a screening of Wasted with a community dialogue to follow.

Excel 1 is a class that covers basic aspects of using Microsoft Excel. You will learn how to create and manipulate a basic spreadsheet. It is recommended for beginning Excel users. 

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

Your child can practice reading and build reading fluency while reading to a specially trained dog.

Back by popular demand, some of our most relieving spa programs! Join us to make a hand scrub, bath bombs, and a soothing lavender spray.

Join other intermediate to native speakers to practice your German conversation skills!

Please note this group is not the best fit for beginning speakers.

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

Coffee = life.

Customize a coffee mug with vinyl stickers and then learn how to hand sew a cute sleeve for it! All supplies provided. Ages 12 to 18 recommended. 

Join us in the Teen Space where we will provide laptops for your use!

Ages 12-18 Only.

Snacks Provided!

An all-ages knitting group that meets every Wednesday in the Study Room. Practice materials are provided, but attendees are encouraged to bring their own materials! Some instruction provided for those new to the world of knitting.

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Practice reading aloud and improve your fluency by sharing a story with one of our loveable Paws to Read dogs!

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

Is math homework getting you down? Are finals freaking you out? Do you need to brush up before the ACT, SAT, or GED? Our experienced math tutors can help you improve your grades and take the stress out of math.

Join us for an after school adventure: jigsaw puzzles, table games, art projects and more. This program is for school aged kids and their siblings.

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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.

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

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

Back by popular demand, some of our most relieving spa programs! Join us to make a hand-scrub, bath bombs, and a soothing lavender spray.

Celebrate 100 years of the Women's Suffrage Movement and the passing of women's rights to vote by making thematic brooches.  We'll offer a low-sew option and a pendant option.

Feeling the winter blahs?  Kids ages 5 – 12 will have a blast on this cold, winter’s day while they enjoy great movement class at Zumba for Kids!  No registration necessary.

Learn to play Taiko with us! The Taiko Society will be teaching a 2-hour workshop on this style of Japanese drumming. You can see some of their performances at http://www.taikosociety.com.

Want to learn how to yo-yo like a pro? Come to Yo-Yo Club! Open to all experience levels. For ages 9+.  

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Let your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog.

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs. All abilities welcome in this drop-in children's program.