Week Calendar

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

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.

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.

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 upon registration (see below).

Weather permitting, this will be a 2 hour hike.

Bring a blanket and enjoy stories and rhymes outside.  

In the event of inclement weather (rain, snow, or extreme temperature), the program will be cancelled.

#summeradventure

Meeting for Regional History and Genealogy staff on the 2nd Friday of each month from 9-10 AM.

Create some old-time fun and learn about the persistence

of vision with a homemade thaumatrope.

For Ages 5 – 12

Create some old-time fun and learn about the persistence of vision with a homemade thaumatrope. For Ages 5 – 12 

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 upon registration (see below).

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

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. 

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.

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.

Attendees will plan and build a city using recycled materials. They may work together to build a collaborative project or work alone to build an individual one. This is a very open-ended activity with a variety of options and outcomes.

NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES: EMAIL 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. 

Stories and more for children ages 3 - 7, 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.

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!

Come play a drum, sing a song, listen to a story, and move to the beat you create with Helen, the Percussion Lady. All drums and percussion instruments (beat keeping) are provided, but feel free to bring your own.

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

Join Nature's Educators to meet and learn about various social animals and how they work together to survive! While you can't touch any of the ambassadors, pictures are welcome!

For kids ages 3 and up with their families.

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

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 to the library sometime between 10 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.to meet some friendly animals from Wishing Star Farm. These programs are held outdoors for ages 0 - 12. 

#SummerFun #Animals 

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.

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.

Find out how electricity is made, be part of a human circuit and experience the “smell” of safety with this electrifying program presented by Colorado Springs Utilities. For ages 5-12. 

Find out how electricity is made, be part of a human circuit and experience the “smell” of safety with this electrifying program presented by Colorado Springs Utilities.

#SummerFun #Electricity #Science

Come to the library sometime between 10 a.m. and 11:45 a.m.to meet some friendly animals from Wishing Star Farm. These programs are held outdoors for ages 0 - 12.

NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES: Computer 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. 

Bring a blanket and enjoy stories and rhymes outside.  

In the event of inclement weather (rain, snow, or extreme temperature), the program will be cancelled.

#summeradventure

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.

 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.

Internet Basic 2

This lesson is based on Google and Google Chrome, it should be applicable to other search engines/browsers.

Learners will learn the function of the address bar/search bar/search terms

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.

Join this fun group of fiber friends for a couple of hours of working on projects. 

Create some old-time fun and learn about the persistence of vision with a homemade thaumatrope. For Ages 5 – 12 

Create some old-time fun and learn about the persistence of vision with a homemade thaumatrope. For Ages 5 – 12 

Create some old-time fun and learn about the persistence of vision with a homemade thaumatrope. For Ages 5 – 12 

Come play a drum, sing a song, listen to a story, and move to the beat you create with Helen, the Percussion Lady. All drums and percussion (beat keeping) are provided, but feel free to bring your own. A loud and fun time for all. BOOM!

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

Stories and more for young children and their favorite adult.

Find out how electricity is made, be part of a human circuit and experience the “smell” of safety with this electrifying program presented by Colorado Springs Utilities. For ages 5-12 years old.  

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!

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 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.

Looking for a cute (and easy) way to cut down using single-use plastic wrap in your kitchen?

During this program, you will make beeswax wraps using a hot iron, wax, and 100% cotton cloth.

Find out how electricity is made, be part of a human circuit and experience the “smell” of safety with this electrifying program presented by Colorado Springs Utilities.

#SummerFun #Electricity #Science

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

Create an Greek Mythology inspired art project using stencils and spray paint! Wear clothing you are okay with getting messy. Ages 12-18.

Come play a drum, sing a song, listen to a story, and move to the beat you create with Helen, the Percussion Lady. All drums and percussion (beat keeping) are provided, but feel free to bring your own. A loud and fun time for all. BOOM!

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

Meeting with Donald Carrothers

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

Register here for the Summer Virtual LENA Start series happening on:

Wednesdays, noon - 1 p.m., June 7th - July 26th

Before registering please ensure that:

This week learn about brain development and the five early literacy practices to begin at birth. A representative from Peak Vista's First Visitor home visitation program will also provide information and answer questions.

You’re invited to an awe-inspiring chat with New York Times bestselling author Charles Soule as the mega-star comic book author talks about his newest novel,

Western Writer headlines July Meet the Author Event

Feel free to join us for the in-person version of the Carnelian Coffee Book Group, facilitated by the Pikes Peak Library District. Email Joe at jpaisley@ppld.org for more information.

A lively conversation group for intermediate and advanced German speakers. 

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.

Bag fresh sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a simple drawstring pouch using a sewing machine.

No previous experience is required. All supplies will be provided by PPLD. Ages 9 and up.

 Internal Affairs Committee - 1pm

Board Work Session - 2pm

Governance Committee - 4pm

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

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

Our natural environment provides animals with food, water, and shelter to survive. How animals adapt to use these resources is where the fun begins!

Work individually to complete a small, colorful work of art that, when put together with the group's pieces, will make something even greater! Visit the library throughout the summer to check out the creation!

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

Got an artistic itch to scratch but not a lot of time? Join us for a 90-minute drop-in painting program. We provide the canvas, acrylic paint, and brushes. You bring the inspiration.

There are a million reasons to detox – and probably a million
different ways to go about it. But what’s the best way? Join us to
discover how an effective detox must not only address our exposure

Looking for a cute (and easy) way to cut down using single-use plastic wrap in your kitchen? During this program, you will make beeswax wraps using a hot iron, wax, and 100% cotton cloth.

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

Beginners can learn to code with Google in Scratch! Using an evaluated curriculum from the computer scientists at Google, youth will learn basic computational thinking concepts through block coding.

Create a Greek Mythology inspired art project using stencils and spray paint!

Wear clothing you are okay with getting messy. Ages 12-18

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

Bag fresh sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a simple drawstring pouch using a sewing machine.

Show your pride! During this program you will paint a Pride flag with your choice of colors on a canvas board. We’ll include images of Pride flags you can reference. Registration is required.

Rhythm Fun For Everyone! With Helen, The Percussion Lady

Calling all secret agents! Are you an expert at espionage? Do you delight in decoding secret messages? Make your way through a laser maze, create a dazzling disguise, and more at Spy Camp! For ages 9 - 12.

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.

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.

3D printing is an amazing technology that lets you print custom designs out of recycled plastic! After completing this class, you will be able to use the 3D printer on your own during open hours at Library 21c, East, Manitou Springs, and Sand

Help us fill in the silhouette of our mountain range with pictures and words that make you think of Colorado!

You scream, I scream, we all scream for ice cream! Celebrate summer with a pre-packaged ice cream treat. While supplies last.

Bring the whole family and enjoy a twist on your standard game night using our popular life-sized board games! There will be Life-Size Candy Land, Life-Size Battleship, and Life-Size Clue to choose from.

Play D&D with other tweens, led by our very own Dragon Master Soarin Blueskies! New members are always welcome and no experience is required. Ages 9 - 12.

Registration is suggested but not required.

*ONE HOUR ON THE CLOCK!!* Come to Calhan Library and see who nails it! Team up with or compete against older and younger folks to show off your decorating skills!