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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. 

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.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation help to anyone, and if you’re 50 and older and can’t afford a tax preparation service we were made especially for you.

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.

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.

Learn how to identify foundation and corporate giving programs by matching your organizations mission to foundation's funding preferences.  Participants will be introduced to the Colorado Grants Guide and key search techniques.

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.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation help to anyone, and if you’re 50 and older and can’t afford a tax preparation service we were made especially for you.

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.

Come and join us for a fun new Storytime featuring early literacy activities and stories signed in American Sign Language (ASL) by a Deaf role model, and spoken aloud in English. All children and their family are invited to join in the fun!

Play the ukulele?  Even a little?  This open session is intended for people 12 and older.  All skill levels are welcome!  Please bring your instrument and music stand.  Call Palmer Lake Library for more information: 

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. Free your inner songbird! Choose a tune and we'll play the music to back you up. Props will be provided. Please call Lisa at 719-597-7070 for more information.

A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.

Monday Morning Movie! Come join us for a movie! Refreshments will be provided. This month's movie is Sing Street.

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.

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 five slots available.

Creative programming designed for adults. Registration Required. Ages 18+

Please help ensure that other patrons have the opportunity to participate in this program by only registering for one class session.

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.

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.

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. Free your inner songbird! Choose a tune and we'll play the music to back you up. Props will be provided. 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.

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.

Fun music & movement for adults of all abilities. Please call 719-531-6333 X 6313 for more information.

Design and create unique sculptures inspired by glass artist Dale Chihuly.  Experiment with organic shapes and bold colors in creating individual pieces for an East Library collaborative installation to be hung for the month of April!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Winter Adult Reading Program

Make a magical gradient lantern, with an under the sea silhouette!

Design and create unique sculptures inspired by glass artist Dale Chihuly.  Experiment with organic shapes and bold colors in creating individual pieces for an East Library collaborative installation to be hung for the month of April!

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.

USCIS Naturalization Ceremony starts at 10:30 a.m. and honors individuals becoming naturalized United States citizens.

Discover abstract expressionism and create a beautifully colored tile! Registration required. Please register each child that will be attending. Parents and caregivers are expected to attend.

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

Design and create unique sculptures inspired by glass artist Dale Chihuly. Experiment with organic shapes and bold colors in creating individual pieces for an East Library collaborative installation to be hung for the month of April!

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.

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

For parents/caregivers and children 1-3 years old. Please join us for this enjoyable five week playgroup where you will spend time together, play, make friends and speak one-on-one with specialists in child development.

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

Create a tiny Fairy Garden in a tin, and take the magic with you anywhere! We will use metal tins, small pieces, tweezers if necessary, and glue to put together something magical.

YAC meeting. See Jordan with questions.

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.

Friends Book Sale

Friends Book Sale

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.

Restore balance, focus, and increase vitality by strengthening and stretching your body, clearing your mind and turning into your breath. with the use of chairs, we explore the poses with a slow steady practice of movement and breath. 

Create a tiny Fairy Garden in a tin, and take the magic with you anywhere! We will use metal tins, small pieces, tweezers if necessary, and glue to put together something magical. Ages 12+

Build to your heart's content with fellow enthusiasts using the library's collection of LEGO and DUPLO. What will you build next? For children and families.

 Come to this special storytime, enjoy doggy themed stories, crafts, and practice reading with our furry friend Luna.  

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.

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

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.)

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

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.

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 Adult Education Tutoring. 

Bring your child ages 2-5 for a special art project!

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

Make your own luck with this four leaf clover felt pin!

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.

Bring a lunch or a snack and join us for a discussion of "The Happiness Project" by Gretchen Rubin

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.

Bring your lunch and enjoy a FREE movie at the library. Don't worry, we'll have popcorn and lemonade too.

Rated: PG-13; 152 min.

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.

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

Join instructor Valerie Paulson for a beginner's yoga class every Thursday at the library. No registration required.

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.

The Pikes Peak Library District and Moonlight Market are pleased to welcome some of the best makers in town!

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, 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.

Homeschoolers investigate how the Ute Indians used science, technology, engineering, and math to survive and thrive in the Rocky Mountains.

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

This adult group discusses all kinds of subjects such as philosophy, religions, politics, morality, and the common threads among humanity. All are welcome to attend this well-moderated and thought-provoking group.

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.

This engaging program introduces children to Mo Willems’s Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs, a laugh-out-loud funny version of a classic tale!

Regular meeting to plan advertising efforts 

PPLD Adult Education Tutor

PPLD Adult Education Tutor

This engaging program introduces children to Mo Willems’s Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs, a laugh-out-loud funny version of a classic tale!

Pollinators, a vital part of our eco-system, are in trouble!

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.

Enjoy a chamber music performance provided by talented students in the Colorado Youth Symphony! Groups of four to eight musicians, encompassing several string quartets, woodwind quintets and brass quintets.