Week Calendar

Take-down:  State Election

Take-down:  State Election

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.

Weekly meeting of the marketing team. 

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.

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.

Sing, shake, and shimmy into a completely new world with Kids House of Joy! This family band goes on a wild journey into eight countries using 10 instruments and your vivid imagination.

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.

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

Enjoy a magical adventure with the Party People! Enter a world of mesmerizing magic, cackling comedy, and more. For ages 3 - 12. If you are bringing a group of 10 or more, please contact us at 719-531-6333 x1416 so we can adequately prepare.

Monthly meeting for East Adult Team.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Sing, shake, and shimmy into a completely new world with Kids House of Joy! This family band goes on a wild journey into eight countries using 10 instruments and your vivid imagination.

Get ahead of decorating for the 4th of July by making some patriotic decorations that can be put in your garden and/or hung on a wall! We will use popsicle sticks, paint, and other wooden bits to create our flag. 

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

All are welcome. No registration required.

Group badging class where you will learn how to use the Laser Cutter / Engraver.

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.

Enjoy a magical adventure with the Party People! Enter a world of mesmerizing magic, cackling comedy, and more. For ages 3-12.

Have you ever felt the fur of a pronghorn or seen a mountain lion skull? Celebrate our natural environment with a Trails, Open Spaces, and Parks (TOPS) technician learning about the wildlife inhabiting our diverse community.

During election days, storytime will be held

in the library, as community room will be used for voting.

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

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.

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

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.

During election days, storytime will be held in

the library, as community room will be used for voting.

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

#summeradventure #earlyliteracy #toddlers

Children focus on two Reggio-inspired practices - the use of loose parts and other inspiring materials and the role of collaboration and co-construction. They can work together or alone to create geometric art. For ages 5 - 12.

Sing, shake, and shimmy into a completely new world with Kids House of Joy! This family band goes on a wild journey into eight countries using 10 instruments and your vivid imagination.

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!

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

Our "Hooked On Crochet!" group has gone virtual! Please join us on Zoom to crochet or knit with us and talk about life. After you register, we will send you a link to the Zoom meeting to your email.

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 election days, storytime will be held

in the library, as community room will be used for voting.

Sign, sing, and tell stories with Alanna Jones! Learn some sign language and help tell the classic American folktale, The Gunniwolf. Then participate in the puppet story, Dragon Kisses, based on a Swedish folktale.

Enjoy a magical adventure with the Party People! Enter a world of mesmerizing magic, cackling comedy, and more. For ages 3 - 12. If you are bringing a group of 10 or more, please contact us at 719-531-6333 x1416 so we can adequately prepare.

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.

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

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.

Who doesn’t love bubbles? Shake and move at this 30-minute dance party with bubbles. For ages 0 - 5.

#Music&Movement #KidsDance #ImagineYourStory #Ages0-5 #SummerAdventure #earlyliteracy

Enjoy a magical adventure with the Party People! Enter a world of mesmerizing magic, cackling comedy, and more. For ages 3 - 12.

#summeradventure #familyprograms #imagineyourstory #summerfun

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!

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.

As part of the mythology theme for Summer Adventure, learn how to make a Rowan Berry Brooch! Rowan berries were used in Scottish folklore to ward off evil. Join us every Monday for a new craft!

Sing, shake, and shimmy into a completely new world with Kids House of Joy! This family band goes on a wild journey into eight countries using 10 instruments and your vivid imagination.

Welcome Back to Dungeons and Dragons Basics! Join in to learn how combat works in D&D 5E and become the mightiest fighter of them all! We will be covering everything from movement speed to death saving throws.

Are you an athlete? Learn about sports nutrition with Children's Hospital Colorado! 

Click here to watch on Youtube.

#SummerAdventure #ImagineYourStory #TeensEat #lifeskills

Using card stock and twine, make a 4th of July banner by cutting shapes to hang on the twine. Keep the banner intact by tying knots to hold the paper in place.

Learn some of the basic principles of the programming language Python and begin to build your own interactive quiz! This is part one of a two video series.

Bring a lunch, and enjoy a free film.

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.

Channel your inner Katniss and make a bow worthy of a Victor!

Description Coming Soon! A Taste of PILLAR II is a monthly series of classes offered by PILLAR Institute for Lifelong Learning and PPLD at various library locations.  

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.

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.

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

Regular meeting to plan advertising efforts 

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.

Come join Steve for a second program filled with music and humor, as he performs his hit songs. Be prepared to laugh and sing, and bring your dancing shoes! For all ages.

We'll be using tempera paint and brushes to create brightly colored and textured paper. After reading a favorite book or two by Eric Carle, we'll use our special paper to create stars and moons to make a mobile. 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: Fairy Garden

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.

Hear a spooky story, tell a story with funny sound effects, and make your own Thunder Tube with help from master storyteller, Patti Smithsonian.

Cut recycled bottles into cute cat (or other animal) shapes to get your container garden started!  Participants will pick up program supplies from library.  Program will be conducted virtually.  Program supplies must be pick

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.

Cretaceous Creatures

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.

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 Ann Lincoln presents the second installment of a one-woman Renaissance Faire as she imagines what it would be like to be a magical, juggling storyteller. Enjoy laughter, magic, juggling, and live animals in this energetic performance.

Enjoy a magical adventure with the Party People! Enter a world of mesmerizing magic, cackling comedy, and more. For ages 3-12.

If you would like to bring a group of 10 or more, please contact us at 719-531-6333 ext. 1527.

Are you interested in getting volunteer hours? Do you like being able to set your own schedule and come up with your own plans? Stop by this meeting to learn more about (and maybe sign up for!) Teen Advisory Board (TAB).

Your child can practice reading and build fluency by reading to a specially trained Paws to Read dog.

Meet this special dog in the Children's Area.

Designed for school-age kids, this come-and-go program takes place during open hours in the ERC on most Mondays in June and July. Each program features a different art, craft, or STEM activity. No registration required.

Come stop by the ERC! Located on the upper floor of East Library. Call 531.6333 x1416 if you have any questions.

Learn to code with Google! Using an evaluated curriculum from the computer scientists at Google, learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding.

Summer treats need to be cleaned up too! Make some citrus-inspired napkins using fruit to print onto cloth napkins. 

Join us for a virtual book discussion.. Share what you have been reading and get recommendations from other readers. Also learn about PPLD’s resources to help you find your next great read! Use the link below to join the discussion.

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!

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.

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

Get ahead of decorating for the 4th of July by making some patriotic decorations that can be put in your garden and/or hung on a wall! We will use popsicle sticks, paint, and other wooden bits to create our flag. 

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.

Children practice reading and building fluency by reading to a Paws-to-Read dog.

Escape the summer heat with a showing of the movie Frozen II. Snacks will be provided. Registration is required.

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

Discuss fantastical book excerpts while eating a tasty paired snack.

For ages 12-18.

Registration required. 

#SummerAdventure #TeensEat #ImagineYour Story

It's a party to thank our teen volunteers for your work so far this summer. More details to come.

Create a mini zoo to take home and enjoy all summer. For ages 5-12.

This program cannot accommodate daycare groups.

#summeradventure #elementary #ImagineYourStory #kidsart #kidsmake #ages5-12 #summermake

Mothers and daughters make a craft together to take home. All supplies provided through the generosity of the Ruth Holley Friends of the Library. Register daughter's name only. Space is limited.

Children practice reading and building fluency by reading to a Paws- to-Read dog.

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

Explore solar science by learning about the power of the sun with several hands on solar experiments.

Children may practice reading skills by reading to a Canine Good Citizen certified dog.

Love playing board games? Want to try out new games each month and meet other teens interested in board games? Come to the Teen TableTop Gaming at Library 21c.

Make simple recipes inspired by classic fairy tales and mythologies from around the world.

A food waiver and registration are required.  

For ages 12 - 18.   

Fountain Library Craft: 4th of July Garden Flag

Press "pause" on your hectic schedule during this gentle yoga class that encourages physical and mental rest and promotes a sense of inner peace.

Teen volunteers help children in grades K-5 with reading.

Play D&D with other teens, led by volunteer Dragon Masters. No experience is required. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/vms6qq3, call (719) 531-6333, or visit East Library or Library 21c.

The first Wednesday of most months, join us for an open tech lab to experiment with various electronics and robotics activities. All ages welcome!

Play mini golf in the Library! Can you navigate the medieval-themed mini golf course? For ages 9 - 12. This program takes place in the Children’s Activity Room at East Library from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Registration required.

*Drop In Watercolor is momentarily paused, and we look forward to hosting it in Spring 2020.*

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

Let’s geek out!  Join our Penrose team each week to discuss your favorite genres/topics in pop culture.  Each week we will discuss a different topic.  On July 2nd, it’s all about comics and graphic novels!