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Spring Programs
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Virtual Programs
Virtual programs will be held via Zoom. Use the QR code above and search by keyword on our events calendar!
Native Plants of Colorado
Tue., April 5 | Noon Irene Shonle from Colorado State University (CSU) Extension Office shows and discusses Colorado’s wealth of native plants, colorful wildflowers, grasses, shrubs, and trees, which are naturally adapted to our variable climate, soils, temperatures, and elevations. Native plants are great for landscaping because of their adaptability.
Composting presented by CSU Extension Office
Tue., May 10 Composting is a great way to create free and nutrient-rich soil usable in your garden and houseplants. Plus, it helps reduce yard waste and frees up landfill space! Join CSU Extension to learn how to get started with composting.
In-person Programs
Use the QR code and keyword search to find the program at a library near you!
Tap Dance & Jazz
Fri., April 8 | 2 p.m. | East Library Sat., April 9 | 1 p.m. | Manitou Springs Library Join Dr. Wanda Tisby Cousar and Ron Cousar for an interactive program to learn about the history of jazz and learn about the hoofing style of tap dance.
Beginning Painting Class
Sat., April 2 | 1 p.m. | Ute Pass Library Fri., April 15 | 2 p.m. | Monument Library Learn basic acrylic painting skills from local artist Chris Alvarez of the Alvarez Art School.
Beginning Calligraphy
May Join instructor Anne Dye to learn beginning calligraphy. In this session participants will learn how to make upper- and lower-case letters and how to write a short sentence or phrase.
Shakespeare in the Park
May Join PPLD and Theatreworks at UCCS for an outdoor Shakespeare performance where the actors perform multiple roles!
Staff-led Programs
Check out these programs led by staff members at your favorite libraries.
April DIY Fishing Lures
Make your own fishing lure using corks and other provided materials.
Moss Terrarium
Moss is an easy-to-care for plant and can help stabilize humidity in an area. It is also green, vibrant, and looks great in a small terrarium!
May Dungeons & Dragons 18+
Play D&D with other young adults (18+), led by volunteer Dungeon Masters. No experience is required.
Five-minute Macramé for Beginners
Create an easy macrame plant hanger with basic knots in just five minutes! We will provide the instructions and all the materials you need.
Garden Decor
Decorate a small pot with nail polish for those seed starters, and then decorate a seed container to keep your future growing projects safe!
Learn to Sew: Farmer's Market Totes
Interested in learning how to sew? Learn the basics of using a sewing machine, including threading, filling a bobbin, and executing basic stitches, as we create custom tote bags. All materials will be provided. This class is intended for those who have little to no experience with machine sewing. Please bring reading glasses or "cheaters" if needed. Take and makes are available the first Friday of every month at all Library locations.
April Seed Starter
(Earth Month)
May Chinese Paper-cutting
(Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month)
Crossword Puzzle
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Learn more at ppld.org/create
Use the URL above or the QR code to learn more about Creative Services!
Monthly 3D Printer Badging
3D printing is an amazing technology that lets you print custom designs out of plastic! After completing this class, you will be able to use the 3D printer on your own during open hours at our makerspaces. For ages 9+.
CNC Badging
PPLD's ShopBot Desktop CNC is a computer-controlled mill, router, and drill all in one that lets you make your own projects with wood or acrylic. After completing this class, you will be able to use the CNC on your own during open hours at Library 21c. For ages 16+.
Introduction to 3D Modeling
Get a basic overview on how to create and modify 3D designs using TinkerCAD, a free browser-based 3D modeling platform. You will learn the basics while designing your own project, which you can then print for free in any of our makerspaces.
Introduction to Inkscape for the Laser
Learn the basics on how to use the free software Inkscape to create images you can cut or engrave using the laser and design your own project! You will leave the class with a finished notebook and the confidence to design more creative projects.
Introduction to Sewing
Learn the basics of using a sewing machine, including threading, filling a bobbin, and executing basic stitches, as we create custom drawstring pencil bags. For ages 9+.
Laser Cutter Badging
Learn to cut out a wooden plaque, etch a custom design on glass, and more with our laser cutter/engraver! After completing this class, you will be able to use the laser cutter/engraver on your own during open hours at any of our makerspaces. For ages 9+.
Quilt Block Club
We’ll create a new quilt block together each month, drawing from classic American quilt designs. At the end of the year, join your blocks together to create a sampler quilt!
April Makerspace Open House
Still looking for the perfect present for Mother's Day? Why not make one? Drop by a makerspace to create personalized Mother's Day gifts and explore other fun crafts! All ages welcome. All materials provided.
REGIONAL HISTORY AND GENEALOGY RESOURCES
All programs are virtual. Use the URL above or the QR code to learn more!
Colorado Springs History Book Club: Disasters of the Pikes Peak Region
Thu., April 21 | 6 p.m. The past is the window to the present. Using the published works of local historians as inspiration, this book club highlights specific themes of Colorado Springs and the region. In April,
PPLD Special Collections photo archivist, Erinn Barnes, Disasters of the Pikes Peak Region Thu., April 21 | 6 p.m. discusses her chapter, “Evolution of Fire: Our Changing Views of Fire in the Pikes Peak Region,” from our Pikes Peak Regional The past is the window to the present. Using the published works of local historians as inspiration, this book club highlights specific History Series book, "Disasters of the Pikes Peak Region". We themes of Colorado Springs and the region. In April, PPLD Special Collections photo archivist, Erinn Barnes, discusses her chapter, will also highlight a selection from our oral history collection “Evolution of Fire: Our Changing Views of Fire in the Pikes Peak Region,” from our Pikes Peak Regional History Series book, Disasters documenting the 2012 Waldo Canyon Fire.of the Pikes Peak Region. We will also highlight a selection from our oral history collection documenting the 2012 Waldo Canyon Fire.
Sat., April 9 | 10 a.m. • Wed., Apr. 13 | 2 p.m. Sat., April 23 | 3 p.m. • Fri., Apr. 29 | 11 a.m. Join PPLD Regional History and Genealogy in learning about the long-awaited release of the 1950 Census! The federal census is an invaluable resource for researching our family history. The 1950 Census will provide new insight into a fascinating time in U.S. History, shortly after the Second World War and just before the introduction of color TV, the discovery of DNA, and the day when Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on an Alabama bus. Staff will offer classes throughout the month to help you take advantage of this new genealogical resource.
Genealogy Resources
Genealogy Basics
Mon., April 4 | 10 a.m. • Sat., April 16 | 10 a.m. Mon., May 2 | 10 a.m. • Sat., May 21 | 10 a.m. Join us for an introduction to basic genealogy research strategies including getting started, organizing research, and selecting and searching for records.
Mon., April 25 | 6 p.m. We offer many resources to aid you with your genealogical research. Get an overview of our databases, reference materials, and additional services to help you take your research to the next level.
Google for Genealogy Research
Mon., May 23 | 6 p.m. Google is an amazing tool for research! In this class, we'll cover how to perform more effective genealogy searches and provide an overview of some of Google's best tools for researching your ancestors.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULT EDUCATION
Learn more at ppld.org/adult-education
Use the URL above or the QR code to learn more about Adult Education!
Adult Education provides instructor-led classes, online resources, and more to prepare for:
GED/HiSET/ TASC exam English as a Second Language (ESL)
Career Online High School (COHS)
Path to Citizenship
Job Training Job Search Digital Literacy
These programs are for ages 12 - 18 unless otherwise noted.
Use the URL above or the QR code to learn more!
How to DJ with DJ Gravity
Sat., April 23 | 1 p.m. | Library 21c Pull back the curtain on the mystery of being a DJ! DJ Gravity reveals what it takes to be a master DJ, and how you too can become one.
Free Comic Book Day
Sat., May 7 | All Day With the help of locally-owned Muse Comics + Games, all PPLD locations will distribute FREE comics while supplies last, so hurry in and get yours!
Dungeons & Dragons
Play D&D with other teens, led by volunteer Dungeon Masters.
Free Math Tutoring
ppld.org/MathTutor Is math homework getting you down? Are finals freaking you out? Do you need to brush up before the ACT, SAT, or GED? Our experienced math tutors can help you improve your grades and take the stress out of math. Tutoring is for all ages, all levels.
Learn to Knit: Baby Socks
Thursdays, April 7, 14, and 21 | 1 p.m. | Fountain Library Learn to use a loom in this three-part series to make quick, easy, and cute baby booties for your little one or a loved one! For ages 16+.
Learn to Knit: Round Loom
Tuesdays, April 12, 19, and 26 | 4 p.m. | Rockrimmon Library Learn to use a loom to knit a hat in this three-part series that will keep you warm on cold days, year-round!
Learn to Sew Series: Zippered Pouch
Saturdays, April, 16, 23, and 30 | 3 p.m. Learn the basics of sewing: including threading the machine, winding the bobbin, and basic machine troubleshooting. Complete a color-blocked zippered pouch and perhaps a bonus project or two!
Teen Advisory Board
ppld.org/teens/volunteer Learn leadership skills, earn volunteer hours, and give your input on what happens at the Library! Attendees will earn volunteer hours at meetings and by working on projects for PPLD, as well as engaging in leadership development opportunities. Regular attendance is recommended. You must complete a volunteer application to participate.
Call for Volunteers!
PPLD is looking for Summer Adventure volunteers! Serve your community by promoting the love of reading and gain crucial skills for entering the workforce or college. "This summer, I got the chance to experience volunteering and customer service. I got to help lead parents that have never heard of Summer Adventure through the process of it and explain why this is an amazing program. I met new people and learned new skills while volunteering at the Monument Library." - Volunteer
Learn more at ppld.org/kids
Use the URL above or the QR code to learn more about Family & Children Services!
LENA Start
Tuesdays, April 5 - June 7 | Noon Thursdays, April 7 - June 9 | 6:30 p.m. This 10-week program will help parents, with children 0 - 32 months, increase conversational turns. Each week a child will wear a "talk pedometer" to track the number of adult words, conversational turns, and minutes of electronics they are exposed to. We will meet weekly to give you tips on how to increase conversational turns and increase them by the end of the 10 weeks. Families will receive 10 free books and three gift cards throughout the program! Plue, the child will receive a gift at graduation.
Down the Rabbit Hole: All About Pet Bunnies
Sat., April 23 | 10:30 a.m. | High Prairie Library Children ages 3 - 12 will learn about the unique needs of domestic house rabbits and how they differ from dogs and cats. Additionally, they will learn how pet rabbits differ from wild rabbits. Stay and meet the bunnies after the program! Presented by Rocky Mountain House Rabbit Rescue.
French Music Lingua
Wed., May 11 | 10 - 10:45 a.m. | Library 21C Fri., May 13 | 10 - 10:45 a.m. | East Library Join Barbara Mills from Springs French Music Lingua for a unique, FREE program that teaches French and American Sign Language to children using a fun mix of music, movement, art, drama, and storytelling. For ages 8 and under.
May Baby Time
Enjoy songs, bouncing action rhymes, and sharing a book together. For ages 0 - 12 months.
Create & Play
Did you know studies show that art making builds motor skills, reading readiness, and math concepts? Little ones experience creative and playful adventures with art! For ages 1 - 5.
Early Literacy
Early literacy programs are specialized programs for the ages listed in the program description at registration.
FAB Time
Talk, sing, read, write, and play together in a format appropriate for young children.
Music & Movement
Shake those wiggles out and have some fun with music and movement activities and a story. For ages 2 - 3.
Sensory Storytime
Join us for an interactive storytime that is especially welcoming for children on the autism spectrum and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive Library experience. For ages 12 and under.
Stay & 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.
Storytime
Stories and more for children ages 3+.
Tails and Tales: Visit a Therapy Animal
Enjoy a story, do a craft, and meet and greet a small animal from Reigning Hope Therapy Service in a relaxing atmosphere. For ages 3 - 10.
Toddler Time
Participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. For ages 1 - 2.
Zumba® for Families
Enjoy a free Zumba session with instructor Natilia Sibert. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. For ages 2+.
Tween
Tween programs are in-person and are for ages 9 - 12 unless otherwise noted.
Tue., April 5 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Monument Library Thur., April 7 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Penrose Library
JAB (Junior Advisory Board)
Tue., April 12 and Tue., May 10 | 4 - 5 p.m. | East Library We want to learn from the experts (you!) what programs and events tweens want to see at the Library. Each session of the Junior Advisory Board (JAB) will include time for you to give ideas and feedback and time for a fun project or activity.
Bird’s Nest Treats
Wed., April 13 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Sand Creek Library Fri., April 15 | 4 - 5 p.m. | Palmer Lake Library
Gross Out Science
Thur., April 14 | 4 - 5 p.m. | East Library
Critter Club: Pets 101: The Basics
Tue., April 19 | 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Calhan Library The many different pets in our lives have very different needs. Learn the basics about what each kind of pet needs! We will talk a little about the care and behavior of dogs, cats, small mammals, fish, reptiles, and birds.
Camp Half-Blood Cabin Flag Ocean Mini Golf
Homeschool
Homeschool Resource Fair
Fri., April 8 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Library 21c Are you a homeschool family or interested in getting started in homeschooling? Our annual Homeschool Resource Fair features a wide variety of local exhibitors offering educational and extracurricular opportunities for homeschooling families. Chat with representatives from organizations and businesses that offer homeschooling services and support, including arts and science activities, sports groups, enrichment programs, tutoring, support groups, and more.
Stage Fright
Tue., April 12 | 2 - 3 p.m. | Calhan Library Mon., April 18 | 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. | Monument Library Tue., April 26 | 1 - 2 p.m. | East Library Join us for a short history of the theater, and then practice your personal performing skills with fun theater games! For ages 7 - 12.
Homeschool Science: Magic of Science
Fri., April 15 | 1 - 2 p.m. | East Library Take a look at some of the fascinating science concepts that affect our everyday lives and learn why magic is science we do not understand yet with Stacey Lazzelle from the Department of Research at the United States Air Force Academy. For ages 6 - 12.
Goldilocks, Dinosaurs, & STEM
Fri., April 22 | 2 - 3 p.m. | Cheyenne Mountain Library An introduction to Mo Willems’s Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs, Homeschoolers will dig deep into the story with a variety of engaging hands-on STEM activities from building and design challenges to dinosaur fun. For ages 5 - 10.
Fri., April 22 | 1 - 2 p.m. | Ute Pass Library Begin filling out your family tree, discover how to ask the right research question to explore your family history, and experience a variety of fun hands-on activities. For ages 6 - 12.
Physical Science: Atoms & Molecules
Wed., April 27 | 2 - 3:30 p.m. | High Prairie Library Learn about the periodic table in a fun game. Visit various stations constructing atoms and molecules, creating chemical reactions, and more! For ages 6 - 12.
Homeschool Science: Straw Balloon Rocket Racers
Fri., May 20 | 1 - 2 p.m. | East Library Explore Newton's Three Laws of Motion with educators from STARBASE Peterson. Students will make a straw balloon rocket racer and learn to predict and explain their motion. For ages 6 - 12.
KidsMake
KidsMake programs are for ages 5 - 12.
April Programs Tie Dye Art Tissue Paper-Stained Glass Trash Art
May Programs Fairy Huts Ocean Sensory Play Squishy Stress Balls Under the Sea Portal Suncatchers April Programs Celebrate the Earth
Celebrate the earth with STEM activities while learning more about our planet!
Flood Barriers
Oh, no! Torrential rains are coming and flooding is predicted. Can you create a barrier to keep your doghouse from flooding? First, test the absorbency of several materials and then build a paper house and experiment to discover your best barrier to keep your doghouse dry.
May Programs Simple Machines: Pulleys
Imagine you’ve just bought a plot of land in the Old West. What’s the first thing you need to do? Build a well to get water! But how? Build a pulley!
Balloon Powered Cars
Observe the conversion of potential energy to kinetic energy while building a car powered by nothing but air. Experiment with different designs to make the car go faster and farther, then race your top design!
Air Cannons
For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. Children will get to demonstrate it when using the air cannon they create!
Cloth Printing
Use Ahanti Kente Cloth as inspiration, creating your own patterns and arrangements.
600 Bank St., Calhan, CO 80808 (719) 531-6333, x7013
Cheyenne Mountain Library
1785 S. 8th St. #100, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 (719) 531-6333, x7001
East Library
5550 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80918 (719) 531-6333, x7014
Fountain Library
230 S. Main St., Fountain, CO 80817 (719) 531-6333, x7002
High Prairie Library
7035 Old Meridian Rd., Peyton, CO 80831 (719) 531-6333, x7003
Knights of Colombus Hall
20 W. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (719) 531-6333, x6142
Library 21c
1175 Chapel Hills Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80920 (719) 531-6333, x7012
Manitou Springs Library
515 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, CO 80829 (719) 531-6333, x7004
Pikes Peak Library District Discovery
Spring 2022 / Volume 4, Issue 2 Executive Editor Michelle Ray Managing Editor Denise Abbott Graphic Designer Rachel Quinn
Contributors
Kirsten Akens Brenna Hemphill James Krebs Jeremiah Walter
Pikes Peak Library District 2022 Board of Trustees
President Dr. Ned C. Stoll Vice President Scott Taylor Secretary/Treasurer Dora Gonzales Erin Bents Debbie English Mina Liebert Aaron Salt
Monument Library
1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr., Monument, CO 80132 (719) 531-6333, x7005
Old Colorado City Library
2418 W. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80904 (719) 531-6333, x7006
Palmer Lake Library
66 Lower Glenway St., Palmer Lake, CO 80133 (719) 531-6333, x7007
Penrose Library
20 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (719) 531-6333, x7015
Rockrimmon Library
832 Village Center Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80919 (719) 531-6333, x7008
Ruth Holley Library
685 N. Murray Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80915 (719) 531-6333, x7009
Sand Creek Library
1821 S. Academy Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO 80916 (719) 531-6333, x7018
Ute Pass Library
8010 Severy Rd., Cascade, CO 80809 (719) 531-6333, x7011
Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) seeks to engage and transform people’s lives by providing equitable access to information, enrichment opportunities, and community connections via 16 facilities, online resources, and mobile library services. It is a nationally recognized system of public libraries serving a population of more than 670,000 across 2,070 square miles in El Paso County, Colo.
