Week Calendar

Fire sensor repair

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.

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. This program lasts approximately 20 – 25 minutes.

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.

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

Meeting for Regional History and Genealogy full-time staff on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 9-10 AM.

ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language. Classes are focused on: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.

The GED, HiSET and TASC are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offers Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for such tests. We offer preparation for Language Arts, Socia

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.

The GED and HiSET are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offer Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for such tests. We offer preparation for Language Arts, Social Studi

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.

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.

ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language. Classes are focused on: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.

The GED, HiSET and TASC are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offers Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for such tests. We offer preparation for Language Arts, Socia

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult. 

Due to our fire code limit, we can only provide space to 35 patrons. Arrive early.  

Stories and more for children ages 3 - 7, with a favorite adult. 

Space is limited.

The Palmer Lake Book Club will meet at the Lucretia Vaile Museum, on the lower level of the Palmer Lake Library building. 

The May book selection is The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams. 

Join local yoga instructor Svetlana Nudelman in this virtual yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners.

Babies from birth to 12-months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. If an older sibling wishes to come along, they might want to bring their own baby doll so they can participate too. 

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Join us for an introduction to genealogy research strategies, including getting started, organizing research, and selecting and searching for records.

Babies from birth to 12 months, with a favorite adult, enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. This program lasts approximately 20 – 25 minutes.

Did you know studies show that art-making builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Bring your little one to a special event made just for them, where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art.

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs.

We will once again be conducting our "Hooked On Crochet!" program in person! Please join us at Cheyenne Mountain Library to crochet or knit with us and talk about life. No registration required. 

NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES: BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS 1

Join us and learn to use PPLD resources to improve your computer skills. This learning experience consists of three (3) in-person classes. 

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.

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.

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

Meet some of the fundamental forces you encounter every day, like gravity, electricity, magnetism, air and water pressure, and friction. We'll have fun watching the forces move, stop and even levitate ordinary objects almost like magic!

Children ages 3-7, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities.

Stories and more for young children and their favorite adult.

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 at the East Library Book club on the first Wednesdays of the month, from 10am-12pm. 

In May we will be discussing The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. Copies of the book can be picked up at the East Library. 

Start your 3D printing and designing journey with PPLD! We will create and print custom buttons using TinkerCAD, a free, online 3D designing software. Get creative with your designs and your fashion choices. No previous experience required.

PPLD's Community Resources Supervisor is hosting open office hours at Calhan Library.

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 0-5 years old. No registration required.

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.

Join us on the first Wednesday of every month for a bilingual storytime in English and Spanish. For children ages 3+ with a favorite adult!

NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES:EMAIL BASICS

Join us and learn to use PPLD resources to improve your computer skills. This learning experience consists of three (3) in-person classes. 

There's no cost to participate. 

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.

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.

Due to our fire code limit, we can only provide space to 35 patrons. Arrive early.  

Stories and more for children ages 3 - 7, with a favorite adult. 

For parents and caregivers with children 1-3 years old.

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs.

 Need help with your laptop, smartphone, or tablet?  Stop by our Device Drop-In during this time to see if we can help! 

For beginners or experts, and everything in-between. Join us to meet up with like minded knitters, socialize, open to all sorts of textile arts.

NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES: Word Basics 1

Join us and learn to use PPLD resources to improve your computer skills. This learning experience consists of three (3) in-person classes. 

There's no cost to participate. 

Speak English groups are fun English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills.

Each group meets once a week for two hours to practice English.

Did you know studies show that art making builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Bring your little one to a special event made just for them where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art!

Children age 3-7, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs, and activities.

Stories and more for children ages 3 and older, with a favorite adult.

Stories and more for children ages 3 - 7, with a favorite adult.

Stories and more for young children and their favorite adult.

Yoga class for beginners and intermediate level practitioners with local yoga instructor Svetlana. Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes.

Bring your little ones to a special event made just for them where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art! Be sure to wear old clothes that you don't mind getting messy! For children aged 1-5 with a favorite adult.

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Learn to install a zipper while creating a useful zippered pouch. Attendance at a Sewing Level 1 class or some machine sewing experience is recommended. All materials provided.

Free Comic Book Day is a nation-wide, annual event built around putting free comics into the hands of long-time comic book fans and curious new readers alike!

Free Comic Book Day is a nation-wide, annual event built around putting free comics into the hands of long-time comic book fans and curious new readers alike!

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

Use the big tub of LEGOs to build unique creations. If stuck, look for ideas in the included idea book or try completing one of the challenge cards.

Join Rockrimmon locals for coffee, impromptu conversation, games, and more. All are welcome. Free. No registration required.

Stories and more for children ages 3 to 7, with a favorite adult.

Are you committed to building an antiracist family environment for your children? Raising antiracist children is a noble goal for any parent, caregiver, or educator, but it can be hard to know where to start.

Join us for Safe Kids Day, where children and youth can have fun while learning about a variety of safety tips like fire prevention, home safety, bikes and wheeled activities, infant safe sleep, and more.

Register here for the virtual LENA Start sessions on: Tuesdays, noon - 1 p.m., April 4 - May 23, 2023.

This informal gathering for seniors offers information sharing, networking, discussions, and coffee. All are welcome! No registration required.

A yoga class for all, focusing on linking breath and movement.  The practice introduces traditional yoga sequences where one pose "flows" into the next.  Perfect for beginners, but leaves lots of room to incorporate more challenging pose

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Join us for the 2023 Mountain of Authors program, featuring keynote speaker Alan Prendergast, author of Gangbuster: One Man's Battle Against Crime, Corruption, and the Klan. Local authors will be available for meet and greets, book s

A lively conversation group for intermediate and advanced German speakers. 

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

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Falcon/High Prairie) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  

Silver Key Service Extension (Grab N' Go Meals Calhan) provides delicious and nutritious meals to eligible diners, promoting good health.  

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.

Speak English groups are fun English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills.

Each group meets once a week for two hours to practice English.

Storytime training for staff providing the program at their library. 

Art for Older Adults

Art for Older Adults inspires a sense of self-reliance for older adults, even when the participant is somewhat reliant on a partner to help with materials use.

The Pikes Peak Workforce Center will have a staff member at the High Prairie Library on the first and third Thursdays of the month. 

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

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs.

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.

Join us for this 60-minute program where you can make and take home your own desktop Zen Garden. We provide the tray, sand (actually salt), and “rake,” along with some decorative rocks. You can add whatever small objects you'd like.

Join us for this 60-minute program where you can make and take home your own desktop Zen Garden. We provide the tray, sand (actually salt), and “rake,” along with some decorative rocks. You can add whatever small objects you'd like.

Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom notebook cover designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8” wood. No previous experience required. Ages 9 and up.

Paws to Read is cancelled this week.

Richie has retired, and Fountain Library is looking for a highly trained canine to work for Paws to Read.

Did you know studies show that art making builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Bring your little one to a special event made just for them where they will experience creative and playful adventures with art!

A career search starts before you write a resume and begin applying for jobs.

Ruth Holley Crafters is a group open to the public. Feel free to bring the crafts you're working on, and share ideas and thoughts with one another. 

 Internal Affairs Committee - 2pm

Public Affairs Committee - 3pm

Governance Committee - 4pm

Don't coast on the laser! Take the first steps into designing graphics for laser cutting. Using Inkscape, a free Vector Graphics Software, we will create custom notebook cover designs to engrave and cut out of 1/8” wood.

The book club will be conducted in person. We will be reading The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi. You can pick up your copy of the book at the front desk or by curbside pickup. This book club is welcome to everyone.

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Join us for an introduction to genealogy research strategies, including getting started, organizing research, and selecting and searching for records.

 Have fun, help your library, and get volunteer hours! Join Teen Advisory Board! Members help with programs, get volunteer hours, plus get leadership training.

Join us at the Sand Creek makerspace to meet Master Maker, Debbie Urquijo! Debbie is an expert on the laser and is excited to show you more about what's possible in the makerspace. This informal drop-in program is designed for all skill levels.

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs.

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

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

Need math help? Come work with our community volunteer tutors. All grade levels welcome. No reservations necessary. Tutors available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs.

Play D&D with other young adults (18+), led by volunteer Dungeon Masters. No experience is required. For more information, contact Library 21C.

Join other teens to play tabletop games in the Library 21c Teen Center every first Monday of the month. Games will vary from month to month to allow teens to experience a wide array of games. Snacks will be provided. Ages 12 - 18. 

Practice reading aloud and improve fluency by sharing a story with one of our lovable Paws to Read therapy dogs.

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

Interviews for potential teen volunteers for Summer Adventure. Invite only, closed to the public. 

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

No registration required for this free program.

Are you a teen between the ages of 12 and 18 looking for the opportunity to volunteer at the library?  Apply today and then join us for volunteer interviews and orientation!  Apply at https://ppld.org/teens/volunteer.

Learn the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture with instructors from the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB)!

ESL classes are for adults that want to improve the workplace and everyday language. Classes are focused on: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking.

The GED, HiSET  are alternatives to a high school diploma. PPLD offer Adult Basic Education (ABE) and High School Equivalency (HSE) free classes that will help adults for such tests. We offer preparation for Language Arts, Social St

Come to East Library to experiment with watercolors at this fun and informal drop-in session! No registration necessary and all skill levels welcome. We'll supply the brushes, paint, and paper; just bring yourself!

Join your fellow teens in an adventure in the world's greatest role-playing game, Dungeons & Dragons! New players and veterans alike are welcome to participate. Snacks will be provided.

Speak English groups are fun English language conversation groups for adults with intermediate and advanced English skills.

Each group meets once a week for two hours to practice English.