On Saturday, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo brought animal ambassadors to the Library to give homeschool students an up-close look at adaptations. Our homeschool programs provide learning opportunities. Get the latest updates for your homeschooler with our homeschool email newsletter: ppld.org/homeschool-hub

Today's mission: Treat yourself to some reading time. 📚 Doesn't matter if you read regularly or if this is the first book you have touched in a while. It can be a physical or digital book, an audiobook, a graphic novel, or a picture book with your kiddo. You deserve some reading time.

We're upgrading our Integrated Library System, the major behind-the-scenes tool that manages our checkout system, reservation system, and other parts of your Library experience. This is the first time since 2001! We'll have service disruptions Nov. 30 – Dec. 9. Learn more at ppld.org/ils-migration

Our graphics team was out today, but we wanted to let you know that you belong at the Library! September is Library Card Sign-up Month, so grab a friend or family member who doesn't have a library card yet and bring them in for one. It's only kidnapping if you don't check out a book.

Our social media lead recently finished reading Little Monarchs, one of our All Pikes Peak Reads selections this year. Now she's trying out her own survival and journaling skills! Pick up one of this year's community reads and join in the fun! Learn more at ppld.org/appr

Join us for the Reading Flash Mob! Whether you're reading this year’s All Pikes Peak Reads books or something else, join us and read outside on Sat., Sept. 27 from 1 - 2 p.m. at the Kraemer Family Library (UCCS campus) as part of the Cool Science Carnival.

❗Closure alert❗ Penrose Library Due to problems with the plumbing, Penrose Library is closed for the remainder of the day today, Wed., Sept. 17.

Famed photographer Myron Wood uniquely captured the people and places of Colorado. Stop by Library 21c this month to see a gallery of some of his photos, and join us this Saturday (Sept. 20) for Peak Legacies: Myron Wood and learn about Wood's legacy from 3 - 5 p.m. at Library 21c.

Have you used our website since we upgraded it in January? Take our Web Survey and let us know what is working well and what we can do to make it even better at ppld.org/website-survey #PublicLibrary #PPLD #ElPasoCountyCO

Have you seen the mountains at Library 21c? We recently installed this mountain art featuring the names of Colorado 14ers in the Children's area. Come see them in-person sometime soon! #MountainArt #PublicLibrary #LibraryKids #Colorado #14ers

Visiting Manitou Springs this weekend? We'll be at the Penny Arcade from noon - 2 p.m. signing people up for library cards and getting the word out about All Pikes Peak Reads and other Library offerings. Stop by and say hi! #PPLD #PennyArcade #LibraryCardSignUpMonth #PublicLibrary

❗Delayed opening❗ Manitou Springs Library Manitou Springs Library will have a delayed opening of 11 a.m. on Sat., Sept. 20 due to road closures for the Pikes Peak Ascent. Our eLibrary resources will be available at ppld.org/elibrary

If you've never been part of a Reading Flash Mob, you're in for a treat. Grab a book and join your community for an outdoor reading experience unlike any other on Sat., Sept. 27 from 1 - 2 p.m. outside of Kraemer Family Library on the UCCS campus during the Colorado Springs Cool Science Festival.

This weekend, treat your friend to a trip to the Library to sign up for a library card in honor of Library Card Sign-up Month! We'll meet you there! #PublicLibrary #LibraryUser #LibraryCard #LibraryCardSignUpMonth

Looking for a job or ways to give your career a boost? Use our Career Navigator Services! Schedule a meeting with our Career Navigator specialist, and find online resources like live career search help, skills video courses, and more, all at ppld.org/career-navigator-services #PublicLibrary

We're excited to bring Baby Time to High Prairie Library this month and next! This interactive program helps children 0 - 12 months build crucial development skills as they enjoy songs, rhymes, and stories with their parents and caregivers. Find our other Baby Times at tiny.ppld.org/Baby-time

During Early Literacy Night last week, we teamed up with Lewis-Palmer School District to connect families with information about preschool. Kids enjoyed hands-on learning activities and their adults received helpful information to help them prepare their children for school. Thanks for joining us!

Yesterday was National #BuyABookDay. It's a good time to mention that The Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District have an online bookstore, as well as stores or sale shelves in all PPLD locations. Find great deals & help the Friends support Library services. friendsofppld.org

You're never too old to read any book for fun. Picture book in your teens? Go for it! Sensational new young adult novel in your 30s? Enjoy it! Middle school graphic novels as a senior? Dig in!

What's the oldest photo on your camera roll? Famed photographer Myron Wood captured 1900s life throughout Colorado, creating a beautiful record of objects, places, and people. Join us on Sat., Sept. 20 at Library 21c from 3 - 5 p.m. for Peak Legacies: Myron Wood. Learn more at ppld.org/peak-legacies

Join us for a unique reading experience! You're invited to a reading flashmob on Sat., Sept. 27 from 1 - 2 p.m. at Kraemer Family Library on the UCCS campus. Bring along one of this year’s All Pikes Peak Reads books or anything you're currently reading. Show our community how YOU use your Library!

We were happy to hear from this recent LENA Start participant after the program. We have spots open for the next session of LENA Start where you can learn how to increase conversations with your 0 - 32-month-old child to help them develop strong language skills. Learn more at ppld.org/kids/LENAStart

Announcing this year’s book selections for All Pikes Peak Reads, our annual community reading program! Connect with your community by reading the same books together. This year, we have selections for every age group related to a nature theme. Learn more at ppld.org/appr

❗Book return access❗ Monument Library A parking lot paving project at Monument Library will disrupt access to the outdoor book returns on Sun., Sept. 7. Patrons will not be able to drive into the lot that day but can access the book returns by using the sidewalk.

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Using your library card is easier than doing tap-to-pay. Know someone who doesn't have their own card yet? It's free! Tell them to come sign up in celebration of National Library Card Sign-up Month throughout September because they belong at the Library! (Taping action for simulation only.)

More rain on the way this weekend. It would be a shame to waste this beautiful weather by not reading.

Now that school is in full swing, conquer the school year with PPLD! We're not just a library; we're your ultimate back-to-school resource hub! Make this year your most successful yet. Visit our back-to-school guide to find resources for students of all ages: ppld.org/back-to-school

Local homeschoolers joined us for an outdoor day of fun to kick of the new school year during Homeschool Game Day last week! It was a blast exploring and tinkering with you. See you soon for more homeschool programs at the Library! #Homeschool #PublicLibrary #WhatLibrariesDo

Treat yourself (and your family!) to free summer concerts at Palmer Lake Library! Join us for 3 outdoor concerts Friday evenings (6 p.m.) Aug. 29 - Sept. 12. This week, join us for Peak Big Band. Concerts may be moved or canceled for weather. More at ppld.org/palmer-lake-library-concert-series-2025

Friends don't let friends go through life without a library card. Bring them to the Library to get signed up for free! #PublicLibrary #LibraryCard #Friendship

PPLD is excited to announce that on Aug. 20, its Board of Trustees voted unanimously to enter contracts to purchase the Ruth Holley and Ute Pass library properties. Visit ppld.org/updates-libr... for all the details.

❗Holiday closure alert❗ All Library locations All Pikes Peak Library District locations will be closed Mon., Sept. 1 in observance of Labor Day. This is an excellent opportunity to try Freading or another eLibrary resource available at ppld.org/elibrary!

Registration is open now for the next virtual session of LENA Start! Learn how to increase back-and-forth talking with your baby or toddler ages 0 - 32 months to help them learn and develop! Learn more at ppld.org/kids/lenastart

On Saturday, our community came together to learn about some of the cultures that make up our region. We watched traditional Irish & Native American dances, enjoyed choir performances, learned Indian dance styles, enjoyed foods, & brought our creativity to life. Thank you for joining us!

Try a new recipe this weekend! We have physical & digital cookbooks you can check out. Try cast iron cooking, barbecue, desserts, easy gourmet, Mexican cuisine, Malaysian food, Colorado favorites, Game of Thrones, Marvel's Black Panther, & much more. Learn more at ppld.org/cookbooks-powerpass

Today's students might not know the joys of Clippy's supportive-but-judgy commentary, but they do have access to a world of resources at the Library. We have tools from homework help and research databases to live online tutoring and learning tools at no cost. Learn more at ppld.org/back-to-school

Talk builds babies' brains. How much do you talk with your baby/toddler? Registration is open now for LENA Start! This 8-week program helps parents with children 0 - 32 months increase interactions to support their development. Learn more and register at ppld.org/kids/LENAStart

You belong at the Library! 🤩

We noticed you don't have anything to listen to during your commute today. That's a real shame when your Library has eBooks and music streaming for you to enjoy!

Thank you for stopping by to see us at Kids Con over the weekend during Colorado Springs Comic Con! It was a pleasure crafting, taking greenscreen photos, guessing the number of LEGOs to win prizes from sponsor Bricks & Minifigs, & learning about Library makerspaces with you. See you at the Library!

We were on Loving Living Local today to talk about Rising Voices, joined by Rose Courtney Academy of Irish Dance to preview their performance. Join us Wed., Aug. 20 at East Library for the Panel Discussion & Sat., Aug. 23 at Library 21c for the Celebration. Learn more: ppld.org/rising-voices-2025

Live music is a treat for the family, especially when it's free to attend & supports art & culture in our community. The next concert of the Shivers Concert Series is on Sun., Aug. 31 at 4 p.m. in Colorado College’s Packard Hall. Donations are welcome. ppld.org/shivers-concert-series-2025

How do you protect your books when its raining outside but you need to leave?

In our orange era, adding orange glitter to the books today. ❤️‍🔥 #PPLD #Orange #PublicLibrary #IYKYK #Glitter #Books

Today's @ppld.org find. What an amazing book by @johnloren.bsky.social!

If we could, we would put a mirror in every book on our shelves so that every time you open one, you get to see our favorite Library user.

If you receive a spam call today, you can cheer yourself up with a visit to the Library or our eLibrary.

Getting hyped for Colorado Springs Comic Con this weekend? Us too! We will be there to host Kids Con again this year. Take greenscreen photos, make fun crafts, see 3D printers in action, learn about Library makerspaces, & more. See you there! Meanwhile, enjoy this: www.youtube.com/watch?v=9r60...

Moody Monday? Spice it up with books from your Library! Because you deserve to have the best Monday possible.