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Patrons of Influence: El Paso County’s Diverse Voices

PPLD Celebrates Pride Month

Wed., June 14 | 10 a.m.

Join Pikes Peak Library District and Citizen-Powered Media as we celebrate patrons who are positive influences in the areas of culture, business, and leadership in El Paso County. These local leaders will discuss their shared interests and experiences on how diverse voices strengthen organizations and communities. A Q&A session will follow the panel discussion. This is an in-person and livestream event. Registration is not required but is strongly recommended.

Peggy Shivers

Appreciation Reception and Portrait Unveiling

Tue., June 20 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. Library 21c

Coming this summer, join PPLD as we honor music legend and philanthropist Peggy Shivers with an appreciation reception and the grand unveiling of her portrait at its permanent home at Library 21c.

Older Adults

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 the use of materials. Each month, adults 55+ can produce high-quality art projects that respect their wealth of life experiences, skills, and innate capacity to create. All supplies will be provided. Registration required.

Flag Day Pin Giveaway

PPLD Celebrates Flag Day

Wed., June 14 | 9:30 a.m.

No matter how different we may seem, our national flag unites us, creating one strong force. On Wed., June 14, celebrate Flag Day with us as we recognize this symbol of our national pride, honored history, and eternal freedom. Stop by your local library during the week of June 12 - 17 to pick up a flag pin to celebrate this wonderful day. While supplies last.

Aging Well, without Injury

Falls are the most common injury for people of all ages. This two-part workshop covers what increases your risk of falling and being injured, and how to keep yourself safe and injury free. Our goal is to prevent injuries so you can continue the active lifestyle you enjoy. Please join Christy from Centura Health for fun, learning, and fellowship. This is part two of a two-part series. Part one is recommended before attending part two. Light refreshments will be served.

Senior Lunch and a Movie

You bring your lunch and PPLD will bring the movie! Join us and other patrons as we enjoy a monthly movie during lunch. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Registration is not required but is encouraged.

Four-part Medicare Series with PPAAA

This four-part Medicare series dives beyond the basics of Medicare and retirement. This series is designed to provide information to guide and support you as you make important healthcare decisions that affect the rest of your life. Presented by the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging’s Senior Insurance Assistance Department and the State Health Insurance Program (SHIP).

Library Explorers

Flag Day Door Hanger PPLD Celebrates Flag Day

During the month of June, enjoy the Flag Day door hanger craft project in the Library Explorers kits and happily display your art while celebrating this holiday that started in 1885!

Regional History And Genealogy Resources

Learn more at ppld.org/regional-history-and-genealogy

All programs are virtual. Use the QR code or the URL above to learn more!

Genealogy Classes

All classes are offered live and virtually at no cost. Registration required. Register at tinyurl.com/ppldgenclasses

Genealogy Basics

Every month:

1st Monday | 10 - 11 a.m.

3rd Saturday | 2 - 3 p.m.

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.

Top Free

Genealogy Websites

Tue., June 27 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Virtual

The internet offers many fantastic, but sometimes overwhelming, resources for genealogical research. This class will highlight some of the best for researching your family tree.

Regional History Symposium

Sat., June 10 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. East Library | Community Room

Mon., June 12 | 7 - 8:30 p.m.

Virtual

Vital Records

Tue., July 25 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Virtual

Vital records are documents on key life events, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce. Learn more about these records, what information and insights they provide, and how you can locate them.

FamilySearch Basics

Tue., Aug. 22 | 7 - 8 p.m.

Virtual

FamilySearch may be the most incredible genealogy resource you’ve never used! Learn how to search for records, limit your findings, and navigate some of FamilySearch's helpful tools and features, including the Research Wiki. tiny.ppld.org/ family-search

Don't want to wait?

Find class handouts, databases, and other genealogy resources on our website: tinyurl.com/ppldgendb

Explore the artists and entertainers who have left a rich legacy in the Pikes Peak region. Join us for the 20th Annual Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium to hear fascinating presentations by local academics, researchers, and the general public. Registration required. ppld.org/symposium-2023