Manitou Springs Library is closing early on Fri., June 5 due to a power outage.

REMINDER! All PPLD locations will have a delayed opening of 11 a.m. on Friday, June 5 for a staff recognition event.

The Regional History and Genealogy Department will be closed Sat., June 6 & Sat., June 13 to host the 2026 Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium. Go to https://ppld.org/history-symposium to register and learn more about the event.

Join our in-person babysitter training course and learn essential childcare skills, accident prevention, and how to handle emergencies with confidence. 📅 Registration is required 🧒 Ages 12–16 Spots are limited — don’t miss out!

🍦 Discover the science behind ice cream! Kids ages 9–12 will experiment with ingredients and explore the chemistry that makes this sweet treat so delicious. Science has never tasted so good! 🧪✨

Meet some GREAT authors without leaving even leaving your home! 📚✨ Join our hour-long virtual sessions and connect with well-known writers. Reserve your spot today! ppld.org

Join Pikes Peak Library District CEO Teona Shainidze-Krebs for our final Town Hall meeting! 🗓 Wednesday, June 3 🕠 5:30–7 p.m. 📍 Palmer Lake Town Hall, 42 Valley Crescent St. We will see you there!

Join us at Ruth Holley for our next Open House! 📅 Fri., June 12 ⏰ 10 a.m. – noon Get creative with sidewalk chalk, color on a giant community coloring sheet, and MORE! Bring your creativity and your game face — we can’t wait to see you there!

🎮 Online gaming can be an amazing way to have fun, make friends, and build new skills—but it also comes with challenges like cyberbullying, security risks, and screen-time concerns. Join us to learn tips to help your kids stay safe, healthy, and balanced while they play! 👾💻 More at ppld.org

Join us for a glow-in-the-dark teen party at East Library on Sat, June 27 from 2 - 5p.m.! Ages 13 – 18. No registration required. This is a low-light/black-light event. Those with photosensitivity or light sensitivity should take precautions or speak with staff for assistance.

All Pikes Peak Library District locations will open at 11 a.m. Fri., June 5 for a staff recognition event.

🎨✨ Maker Camp 2026 is here! Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) is bringing back hands-on creativity this summer with Maker Camp 2026! Teens ages 13–18 can learn to: 🖨️ 3D print 🧵 Sew 🔦 Use a laser cutter 💻 Design in 3D CAD More at ppld.org

WE ARE HIRING! The Library is seeking a graphic designer! Apply today at pikespeakldco.tylerportico.com If you're looking to use your creative skills to make a positive impact on the Library and the community, this job is for you!

Register TODAY! Join Indie Author Basics, a hands-on workshop for writers who want to publish with confidence! Learn how to prepare your manuscript, navigate publishing platforms, build your author brand, and more! https://ppld.librarymarket.com/event/indie-author-basics-537304

🎶Join us every Wednesday in June and July from 6 – 7:30 p.m. on the lawn of the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, relax, and enjoy live music under the summer sky! 👉 For more information about the concerts head to ppld.org/library-lawn-concerts

Time is running out! Let us know what YOU think for our strategic plan. The survey closes on Wednesday, May 20. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NGZ23Z9 En Español: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/T6HJ36N?lang=es

🧠💬 Talk builds babies’ brains! PPLD’s LENA Start is an 8-week program that provides weekly sessions and more. You’ll learn simple ways to increase back-and-forth conversation and build strong early learning skills with your child. ❤️📚 Register here: https://ppld.org/kids/LENAStart

All Pikes Peak Library District Locations are closed Mon., May 25 to observe Memorial Day. Old Colorado City Library is also closed Sat., May 23 because of street closures due to Territory Days. https://ppld.org/closures

Celebrate 150 years of Colorado statehood at the 2026 Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium at East Library in June! 🎉📚 ppld.org/history-symposium

Learn a new skill as we teach you the historic European 4-1 pattern to make a fun, slip on chainmail cuff bracelet. All supplies will be provided. Ages 16 – 24. Registration required. For locations, dates, and to register head to https://ppld.org/events

Free summer lunches are almost here! ☀️🍎 Colorado Springs School District 11’s mobile unit will be at East Library every weekday from Wed., May 27 through Fri., July 31 (except Fri., July 3). Anyone 18 and under can stop by for a FREE lunch!

Heads up! The Children's Space at High Praire Library will be Closed Fri., May 15 for re-shelving. The space is expected to be open by Saturday!

GOOD NEWS! All of our computers and printers are available! The computer upgrades are finished.

Registration closes soon, sign up today! 🎤✨ Teens can find their voice through poetry during Mountain of Authors! Teens will explore the art of writing poetry and learn techniques for sharing their work. Teens will create their own poems and more. 👥 Ages 13–18

Dig into the world of dinosaurs in this exciting introduction to paleontology! Explore excavation techniques, uncover fossils, and discover the habitats of these ancient creatures. Perfect for ages 9–12. 🌎✨ #Dinosaurs #Paleontology #TweenActivities #STEMFun #FutureScientists

All public computers and printers will be unavailable on Thu., May 14 due to software upgrades.

Did you know that PPLD has no cost study rooms for a quiet place to work, read or study? 📚💡 Book one here: https://ppld.librarymarket.com/reserve-room

Join us Friday, June 12 at 10:30 a.m. at Library 21c for a special preview of the Colorado College Summer Music Festival’s 2026 Children’s Concert, Peter and the Wolf. Festival students will perform highlights from the orchestral music and more! 🎶

YOU are invited! Join us this Wednesday at Calhan Library for a Town Hall for an inside look at your local library and its future! 📍Wed., May 13 from 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Calhan Town Hall, 556 Colorado Ave. Register and submit your question at https://ppld.org/town-halls#registration#registration

High Prarire Library Children's Space will be CLOSED Fri., May 15 due to shelving organization. The space will re-open on Sat., May 16.

All PPLD locations will have a delayed opening of 11 a.m. on Fri., June 5 for our Staff Recognition Breakfast.

🐾🎉 Get ready to PAW-ty like never before! Join The Paw Patrol crew as they celebrate their biggest win yet with the Adventure City street bash! Go to https://ppld.org/paw-patrol for YOUR discounted tickets!

All public computers and printers will be unavailable on Thu., May 14 due to software upgrades.

In order to protect the safety of our patrons and staff, we have postponed the Palmer Lake Library Town Hall until Wednesday, June 3 from 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Go to ppld.org for more information.

Get excited with us as we gear up for Summer Adventure (June 1 – July 31)! ☀️📚 This year, you can Unearth a Story™ and discover amazing reads—plus a chance to win great prizes along the way. Let the adventure begin! 🌟Sign up to be in the know at ppld.org/summer #PPLD #SummerAdventure #UnearthAStory

Play Battleship like never before - life-sized! 🛳️🤩Join us at our Cheyanne Mountain location to take place in this incredible adventure. Wed., May 27, 2026 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. All ages welcome. Registration required. See you there

Due to inclement weather Calhan and Palmer Lake libraries will be closed for the day. All other Library Locations will have a delayed opening at 11 a.m. due to the weather. All Mobile Library Service Routes are cancelled. More at ppld.org

Due to inclement weather Calhan and Palmer Lake libraries will be closed for the day. All other Library Locations will have a delayed opening at 11 a.m. due to the weather.

All public computers and printers will be unavailable on Thu., May 14 due to software upgrades.

Join us for a once-a-year Homeschool Curriculum Share Event—where everything is FREE and sharing is the goal! 📍 East Library 📅 Friday, June 12, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📝 Registration opens May 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

What a fantastic time at PPLD's Homeschool History Fair! From detailed display boards and imaginative dioramas, engaging monologues, and more! Each project reflected incredible dedication and curiosity. 🏛️💡

Join us tomorrow at Sand Creek! From 10:00 a.m–10:45 a.m experience songs, rhymes, and stories for babies ages 0-12 months, and their parents or caregivers. Play and social time follow each interactive session. More info at https://ppld.librarymarket.com/event/baby-time-515961

🎨 Celebrate Colorado’s 150th Anniversary with a Creative Twist! 🏔️ Join us for *Painting Colorado* and create your own stunning mountain scene with guidance from Brush Crazy instructors. Registration required! 📍 Locations & Dates 👉 tiny.ppld.org/painting-colorado

Join us TOMORROW at Penrose Library! Learn how to uncover the history of any property in El Paso County using unique resources from our Regional History & Genealogy Department—materials you won’t typically find anywhere else.

All through May, enjoy the third season of artwork created by the talented students of the Art for Older Adults program at Old Colorado City Library 🎨 ✨ Registration is required. Come celebrate creativity at every stage of life!

Join us for the 2026 Mountain of Authors program, presented by Friends of The Pikes Peak Library District on Saturday, May 16, from 12–5 p.m. at Library 21c! Explore the Local Author Showcase featuring 70+ talented writers, plus writing workshops designed especially for tweens and teens.

Palmer Lake Library's Town Hall is Wednesday, May 6 at 5:30 p.m. Join us to learn more about the future of the Library. If you can't attend, register today and join us via Zoom. The link will be available Wednesday morning at ppld.org/town-halls.

Starting May 21, join us to explore a variety of art techniques, including painting and drawing. Whether you're just getting started or looking to build your skills, this program offers a creative space to learn and experiment. Registration is required for this event. Visit ppld.org for more!

Mark your calendars for our one-hour coding program to explore how encryption works, why it matters, and what makes it strong—or breakable. 👩‍💻 Ages 13–18 📌 Registration required (Opens May 30) Check out ppld.org for dates and locations, as they vary.

📜✨ Reminder: Don’t forget to start your project and register for our upcoming History Fair. 👩‍🎓 Open to Grades K–12 📝 Registration required to present: https://ppld.librarymarket.com/event/homeschool-history-fair-505747