Week Calendar

To ensure everyone’s health and safety, Pikes Peak Library District made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium.

Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class.

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 representing yourself in a legal matter? Come learn how to find laws, legal forms, and where to get help in the community. This class will be taught by a librarian who cannot give legal advice.

Weekly meeting of the marketing team. 

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.

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.

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.

Get ready to wiggle, jiggle, and giggle to Jodi's imaginative and interactive original music. This musical act covers a wide range of styles from rock and country to calypso and blues. For all ages.

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.

Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class.

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.

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.

Patti Smithsonian and her puppets enact a modern adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved fairytale, The Nightingale. When the old toy box opens, all the dolls, toys, and baby tyrannosaurus rex beg to be in the show. For ages 3 - 8.

This adult book group meets the first Friday of every month at 9:00 a.m.  Please call the Palmer Lake Library for the current book title.

Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners. Zoom link will be emailed to participants prior to the class.

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.

Fun music and movement for adults of all abilities. Registration required. Please call 719-597-7070 for more information.

A short read-aloud session for preschoolers.

Children’s staff from around the district host a sing-along and read a children’s book. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!

Please join us for pleasant conversation with refreshments provided by the Friends of PPLD.

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.

Art Guffaw (Jim Jackson) stars in this very funny family-friendly circus of silliness featuring bubbles of all sizes and shapes. Some bubbles will be so big, in fact, children from the audience may find themselves inside them! For all ages.

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.

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.

Stop the Bleed, a nationwide class presented by American Medical Response (AMR), will teach you to stop severe bleeding and potentially save a life.

Patti Smithsonian and her puppets enact a modern adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved fairytale, The Nightingale. When the old toy box opens, all the dolls, toys, and baby tyrannosaurus rex beg to be in the show. For ages 3 - 8.

Summer is here, and it is time for Big Kids and their siblings, to come and listen to slightly longer stories.

After stories, stay for some fun, hands-on activities, crafts, etc.

Preschoolers welcome, too!

Children’s staff from around the district lead an art or make project for kids ages 5 - 12. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!

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.

#summeradventure #earlyliteracy #toddlers

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

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 2-5 year old children, with a favorite adult. Older siblings are welcome, too!

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.

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

#summeradventure #earlyliteracy #toddlers

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 use their imagination and build masterpieces using various types of blocks in this drop-in program. For ages 0 - 5.

#ImagineYourStory #Ages0-5 #SummerAdventure #earlyliteracy

Make a Bubbularium using simple materials, observing and exploring the science of bubbles. What makes them so colorful? How can I tell when a bubble is about to pop? Each child will also make their own bubble blower!

Get ready to wiggle, jiggle, and giggle to Jodi's imaginative and interactive original music. This musical act covers a wide range of styles from rock and country to calypso and blues. For all ages.

Children’s staff from around the district host a sing-along and read a children’s book. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!

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 one, come all!

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.

Get ready to wiggle, jiggle, and giggle to Jodi's imaginative and interactive original music. This musical act covers a wide range of styles from rock and country to calypso and blues. For all ages.

Stop the Bleed, a nationwide class presented by American Medical Response (AMR), will teach you to stop severe bleeding and potentially save a life.

Patti Smithsonian and her puppets enact a modern adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s beloved fairytale, The Nightingale. When the old toy box opens, all the dolls, toys, and baby tyrannosaurus rex beg to be in the show. For ages 3 - 8.

Children’s staff from around the district lead a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) based project for kids ages 5 - 12. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!

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

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.

Your princess and prince will love our Fairytale Ball consisting of music and movement activities. Costumes are welcome at this 30-minute program! For ages 0 - 5.

Children use their imagination and build masterpieces using various types of blocks in this drop-in program. For ages 0 - 5, with caring adult.

#ImagineYourStory #Ages0-5 #SummerAdventure #earlyliteracy

ALL OLD COLORADO CITY LIBRARY SUMMER FUN EVENTS TAKE PLACE AT THE WESTSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER, 1628 W Bijou St. Colorado Springs, CO 80904.

Get ready to wiggle, jiggle, and giggle to Jodi's imaginative and interactive original music. This musical act covers a wide range of styles from rock and country to calypso and blues. For all ages.

Children’s staff from around the district host a sing-along and read a children’s book. Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!

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

In this 2 hour group badging class, learn how to use PPLD’s laser cutter / engraver machines.

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.

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.

Looking for something new to read this summer? Children’s staff from around the district share new chapter book ideas. Maybe you’ll find your next favorite book! Videos premiere at 10:30 a.m. each week!

LEGO enthusiasts of all ages! Join us for our monthly LEGO Build! We’ll provide the LEGOs, you bring the creativity! Open to everyone. Please do not bring your own LEGOs (However, donations are gladly accepted!).

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.

Grab your popsicle sticks and transform them into a miniature door suitable for a fairy or hobbit! Join us every Monday for a new craft.

A flow-style class intended for all levels of students to improve strength, flexibility, and balance. Breath work and meditative centering activities included. Taught by local yoga instructor Annie Adams.

Art Guffaw (Jim Jackson) stars in this very funny family-friendly circus of silliness featuring bubbles of all sizes and shapes. Some bubbles will be so big, in fact, children from the audience may find themselves inside them! For all ages.

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.

Learn the basics of character creation for D&D Fifth Edition.

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

Lembas Bread: One bite will satisfy a man for a day! Learn how to make your own Elvish bread from the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. Join us every Thursday for a new recipe.

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

What is self-care? Learn some ways to take care of yourself.

Capture wild yeast from the air to bake your very own bread!

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.

Kiddo Yoga, taught by local yoga instructor Leigh Spector-Schultz, offers routines that provide movement, silly play, and dance. Kids, parents, and caregivers can move together with the poses, make silly noises, and dance freely during the class.

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.

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

Learn how to make Star Wars spacecraft out of paper!

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.

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.

Start your summer right with our kick-off party! Enjoy free ice cream and a craft, and don't forget to sign up for Summer Adventure!

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.

Join this free book discussion that meets the first Tuesday of every month from 1 to 2 p.m.

Rockrimmon Library's free book discussion group goes virtual! This month, we will discuss personal best and worst "safe(r) at home" reads. Contact the staff organizer at smiller @ ppld.org to receive the Zoom meeting ID and password.

Join the Dinosaur Resource Center to learn about dinosaurs and other flying and marine reptiles. Touch claws, teeth, and skulls of these marvelous animals. For ages 5 - 12.
#summeradventure #imagineyourstory #summerscience #summerfun

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.

In the summer, the Teen Advisory Board will meet off site at either Jives or Carnelian Coffee to discuss the month's upcoming activities and volunteer opportunities.

Join instructor Ambrie Sward for this virtual mindful movement class that will include meditation and stretches to build the mind/body connection.  All skill levels welcome.  Zoom link will be emailed to particip

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

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

Children's Services meeting

Grab your favorite beverage and join us for a virtual current events discussion moderated by PPLD staff. Topics of discussion can range from current events to pop culture to gardening to a favorite book you are reading.

Regular meeting to plan advertising efforts 

If you have reached the end of your watch list or reading list and need a few new recommendations, join us on Facebook Mondays and Thursdays for some real-t

Explore art techniques including painting and drawing for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided by the Friends of the Rockrimmon Library.

Ages 18+. Registration required for this free program.

All adult handicrafters aged 18 and over are welcome -- knitters, cross stitchers, crocheters, beaders, etc... BRING YOUR OWN PROJECT, share ideas, learn new skills. Light refreshments served.

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 fellow cat enthusiasts, and hopefully a few extroverted cats, for a virtual cat cafe! Meet nearby cats and their humans, learn how cats and their humans are making the most of time at home, and challenges everyone may be facing.

Join us for to watch a free film! Snacks provided. Ages 12-18. Some titles shown may be PG-13.

In collaboration with Who Gives a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center, we are hosting an arts, craft and hobby material exchange!

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

Join us for an exciting Summer Adventure Kick-Off Party around our (flameless) campfire! Create some "make your own" s'mores trail mix and dirt pudding cups.  Enjoy your snacks while we tell stories around the "fire".

Join us for a Summer Reading Kickoff celebration. Register for Summer Adventure 2020, play games, make a craft, visit with a Paws to Read dog, and more! This drop-in event is for kids ages 0-18.

Kids make see-through postcards with colorful and fun collage pieces, add a stamp, and say “Hello” from Colorado! This non-traditional postcard really can navigate the postal system! For ages 5 - 12.

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

Summer Adventure: B-I-N-G-O!

Play BINGO in the Library. Snacks will be provided and there will be prizes for the winners!

#SummerAdventure #SummerAdventure #teensgame  #ImagineYourStory

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

Want a computer and device tutoring session beyond our computer classes? Your appointment can cover computer basics, devices (phones, tablets), ebooks, and more. Bring your laptop or device (with cables) or use our la

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

Summer's here! Drop by to register for the Pikes Peak Library District 2020 Summer Adventure, grab a great book suggestion, --and ice cream!