All Library programs are free unless otherwise noted.For more information, visit ppld.org.Note: All PPLD libraries will be closed Dec. 24 and 25 and Jan. 1.PPLD libraries will close early (4 p.m.) Jan. 31.Events at the High Prairie BranchToddler TimeIn this program, 1- and 2-year-old children, with a favorite adult, participate in nursery rhymes, music and movement, and listen to a few short books. Toddler Time builds on familiar experiences to introduce new vocabulary and word sounds in a lively atmosphere.Tuesdays at 10 and 10:30 a.m.Paws to ReadLet your child practice reading and build fluency by reading to a Paws to Read dog. No registration required. Thursdays from 3:30 – 4:40 p.m.StorytimeSpecial note on December Storytimes: Children who attend Storytime at any PPLD location from Dec. 6-11 will receive a free kid’s meal coupon redeemable at any Colorado Springs Chipotle from Dec. 12-15.Children ages 3 and up, with a favorite adult, experience stories through books, flannelboards, puppets, songs and activities. This program encourages emerging reading skills by engaging children with shapes, sounds, rhythm and rhyme in a playful environment.Thursdays at 10 and 10:45 a.m. Teen Gaming DayCome play Rock Band, DDR, Wii Sports and more on the big screen!Saturday, Dec. 18 from 1 to 5 p.m.Family Film Fun: “Toy Story 3”Enjoy a movie for the whole family.Saturday, Dec. 4 at 2 p.m.Family Fun: Mrs. Claus StoriesSaturday, Dec. 11 at 10:30 a.m.Family Film Fun: “Despicable Me”Enjoy a movie for the whole family.Tuesday, Dec. 28 at 6 p.m.MOBILE LIBRARY SERVICES SCHEDULEMONDAYBlack Forest, 12002 Vollmer Road 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.Black Forest and Shoup Roads 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.TUESDAYCalhan, Calhan School 10 a.m. – noonPeyton, Peyton Elementary School 1:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.SATURDAY(No stop Dec. 25)Calhan Town Hall 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Peyton, Peyton Elementary School 1:40 p.m. – 3:45 p.m.
