Week Calendar

Monument Library is providing time in our meeting room every Monday morning in November to provide a Come Write In space for National Novel Writing Month NaNoWriMo.

https://nanowrimo.org/

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

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.

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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.

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

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 Storytime featuring early literacy activities and stories signed in American Sign Language (ASL) by a Deaf role model, and spoken aloud in English!

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. 

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.

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. 

Participants will learn about the process of grant writing and the elements of a proposal. This workshop is geared toward novice grant writers.

Join a certified yoga therapist for a specific low impact trauma-informed yoga 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.

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.

NORTHSTAR COMPUTER SERIES: EMAIL BASICS 3 

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.

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

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

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.

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

 Patrons of Influence Panel: Military Veterans in El Paso County

Join Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) and Citizen-Powered Media as we celebrate Patrons that are providing positive influences in the areas of culture, business

 Patrons of Influence Panel: Military Veterans in El Paso County

]Join Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) and Citizen-Powered Media as we celebrate Patrons that are providing positive influences in the areas of culture, busines

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.

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. 

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 - 7, 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.

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 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.

Internet Basics 3

Learners will practice diverse ways of protecting their privacy while using the internet and recognize the difference between secure vs not secure websites.

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.

Learn to use the sewing machine to add applique to your projects. Attendance at a Sewing Level 1 class or some machine sewing experience is recommended. All materials provided.

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

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

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.

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 book club sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Friends of PPLD. All are welcome!

The November book selection is The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki.

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

We will be discussing topics related to high desert gardening. Open to the public; visitors are heartily invited to join us. Visit our website at www.falcongardenclub.org

As the nation's leader in babysitting classes and childcare training, the American Red Cross can help you become a capable, confident babysitter that families trust.

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

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

Stories and more for children and a favorite adult. After the program, children may practice reading skills by reading to a certified therapy dog.

Program will be held in the Children's Room in 515 Manitou Ave. 

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. 

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

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

The Old Colorado City Library meets monthly in person (call about Zoom options) to discuss favorite popular and timely fiction and non-fiction.  See PDF link for upcoming book titles.  Attendees are welcome to bring their own lunch.

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

Students from Victoria's School of Harp will perform selections representing holidays around the world. Join us for this free, drop-in performance of live harp music!

This event is in partnership with Victoria's School of Harp.

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

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.

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.

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

Bag fresh sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a scarf using a sewing machine.

Explore art techniques, including painting and drawing, for adult artists. Basic drawing and painting materials provided.

Ages 18 an up. Registration is required for this free program.

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

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

Nocturnal and crepuscular animals have different features and behaviors to them be active at night. Join Nature’s Educators to learn about — and meet — real live creatures of the night. Be sure to come with your camera and inquiring mind!

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 Write In for National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo): use our Meeting Place as a space to plan, contemplate, use WiFi, and otherwise get writing!

The theme for this month's book club is "Victorian mysteries." Read a mystery that takes place in the Victorian time period and come discuss it with the group. This book club will be conducted in person and is welcome to everyone.

Prepare for the the upcoming holidays by creating a small, festive felt ornament. We will provide the inspiration for an assortment of holidays.

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!

Prepare for the the upcoming holidays by creating a small, festive felt ornament. We will provide the inspiration for an assortment of holidays.

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

Bag fresh sewing skills! Learn the basics of sewing to create a scarf using a sewing machine.

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

United States Poet Laureate and winner of the 2022 Academy of American Poets Leadership Award, Joy Harjo, joins us for a chat about her most recent memoir, Catching the Light and to discuss her rewarding lifetime as a writer and

Play with pendulums during this interactive study of Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei. Test how variables affect the swing of the pendulum and use a pendulum to create art.

The Ruth Holley Book Club meets on the 4th Friday of the month to discuss a book in person. During the month of November, we will discuss "The Samurai's Garden" by Gail Tsukuyama. Copies of the book are available at the front desk.

Meeting with PPLD and community partners to discuss 2024 All Pikes Peak Reads. 

Join us for our monthly Movie Matinee! Drinks and refreshments provided.

Iron out your Silhouette skills! Learn how to use the Silhouette Cameo to create easy iron-on vinyl transfers.

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 your research, and selecting and searching for records.

Come enjoy a cozy movie to celebrate the the autumn season! We will be watching Fantastic Mr. Fox. Ages 12-18 only please.

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

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.

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. This session's theme is Art.

Kids can 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!

Are you a Harry Potter super fan? Come prove your knowledge in this trivia competition! Ages 12-18 only please. 

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. Tutoring is provided free of charge.

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

Use your imagination and design skills to create an imaginary playground! Wouldn't it be cool if it could be life-sized!