Monument Library (MO)

Monument Library

Address:
1706 Lake Woodmoor Dr. - map it!
Monument, CO 80132

Phone: (719) 531-6333, x7005
Contact Us

Hours:
Monday  - Thursday: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m.  – 6 p.m.  
Sunday: Closed 

Holiday Hours and Closures

Bus Route: None

Curbside Services Have your library card number and PIN ready when you arrive. Park in one of the designated spots in front of the library and follow park and text instructions on the sign.

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Library Location Address

1706 Lake Woodmoor Drive
Monument, CO 80132
United States

What's New!

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Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) is excited to bring you Virtual Author Visits in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium. Join us and hear from bestselling authors and thought leaders on a range of topics, from puzzling science to epic fantasy to decluttering your home. Whether you are an avid or occasional reader, there is nothing quite like listening to insightful talks by authors you have read or new ones you are just discovering. You never know what will catch your interest. Attend these events at no cost from the comfort of home. 

In October, join us online Wed., Oct. 2 at noon and welcome three Smithsonian-affiliated scientists who will teach us about the remarkable world of tropical bats. For decades, scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have studied the incredible biodiversity of bats on an island in Panama where there are an astonishing 76 bat species. Experience their work alongside stunning photographs in their book, Bat Island: A Rare Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats. Register for the access link.

Next, tune in on Wed., Oct. 9 at 5 p.m. for a discussion with acclaimed author Silvia-Moreno-Garcia, New York Times best-selling and award-winning author of novels like Mexican Gothic, The Daughter of Doctor Moreau, and Gods of Jade and Shadow. Join us as Moreno-Garcia explores Latin American genre fiction, her writing process and journey, as well as her newest book The Seventh Veil of Salome. Register for the access link.

For the last Virtual Author Visit in October, tune in on Tue., Oct. 22 at noon for a conversation with Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. We invite you to join us as Gottlieb shares her wisdom on examining the truths and fictions we tell ourselves to help us breakthrough what is holding us back and getting in the way of living the life we desire. Register for the access link.

Learn more and see upcoming authors on our Virtual Author Visits page or check out past Virtual Author Visits here!


More Upcoming Virtual Author Visits 

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Back to school season is upon us. As students prepare for academic success this year, they should keep Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) in mind as an essential tool. We have a wide variety of resources to support you in your education journey this year! Check out our Homework Resource Guide or read below to see how the Library supports students of all ages. 

First stop: get your card.

A library card is your key to access a world of homework help and academic resources. You can access the resources on this page from any PPLD location, but a library card will allow you to use them from anywhere. Anyone of any age can sign up for a card.

  • Stop by your nearest or favorite Library location to sign up or print out an application ahead of time to bring with you. 
    OR 
  • Apply for a card online! 
    • You must live within the Pikes Peak Library District, which is most of El Paso County, except for Security/Widefield. Residents of Security/Widefield and other counties can still obtain a Colorado Library Card to access PPLD resources but might not be able to access many of our resources outside of a Library location. See our Library Card Policy for more information.
    • You will need proof of your current address and a photo ID.
    • If you're 15-years-old or younger, you must be accompanied by a parent or guardian with the documentation listed above or an existing PPLD card.

Brainfuse

If you’ve ever felt like you were bad at science or could use some homework help, check out HelpHow from Brainfuse. This database offers live homework help and skills building online with expert tutors in math, science, social studies, and English, plus writing and reading assistance. Students of all ages will benefit, as this resource is designed for kindergarten through adult students. Tutors are available online daily from 2 – 11 p.m. 


Peterson's Test Prep

Students preparing for college or studying for standardized tests will benefit from Peterson's Test Prep. This database provides study guides and timed practice tests for all major college entrance exams and standardized tests, plus college planning, scholarship search, and career exploration tools. 


Databases

Library databases are a great place for learning for all ages. We have databases for kids to explore as they learn and develop internet search skills at the same time, and databases where older students can find references for essays, book reports, and other projects. Here are some of our databases that students will find useful (visit our databases page for more): 

  • Academic Search Premier: Great for research, essays, and other projects, this database contains more than 2,000 journals, including more than 1,550 peer-reviewed titles. This multi-disciplinary database covers virtually every area of academic study.
  • Consumer Health Complete: Students researching health-related topics will find many resources in this database. Find comprehensive full-text articles for consumer-oriented health content covering all areas of health and wellness from mainstream medicine to the many perspectives of complementary, holistic, and integrated medicine.
  • CultureGrams: Explore countries and cultures around the world and find information about the diversity and history of each U.S. state and the District of Columbia. Designed for upper elementary-aged children.
  • Gale Virtual Reference Library: Search our entire collection of Gale eBooks on a variety of subjects, including history, science, government, and more. For elementary schoolers, use Gale In Context: Elementary.  
  • CustomGuide: Learn the basic technology skills you need for academic success. In this database you will find interactive online training for Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Windows, and Word.  
  • LinkedIn Learning: Dive into a world of infinite possibilities. LinkedIn Learning offers online video tutorials to help you learn creative, computer, and professional skills. You can also find videos for helpful topics like essay writing.
  • Opposing Viewpoints in Context: Explore current events and controversial issues by researching multiple sides of a topic. This database aids students in writing argumentative essays and developing analytical thinking skills.
  • Poetry & Short Story Reference Center: Get a head start on English Language Arts classes with essays analyzing poems and short stories, as well as access to hundreds of poems and short stories. This database also helps with understanding themes, poetic forms, movements, and more.  
  • Science Reference Center: Get easy access to hundreds of science articles. Designed to meet every student researcher's needs, Science Reference Center contains full text for more than 700 science encyclopedias and reference books, periodicals, science videos, and other sources. 

Mango Languages 

Ready to expand your horizons by learning a new language? Mango Languages features 70 language options, including 21 options for those learning English as a second language. Explore languages from Arabic to Yiddish in the comfort of your own home or download the app to learn on the go! Students can go at their own pace. 


Workforce Readiness Training

Get ready to get a job or go to college! Work your way through modules focused on professionalism, communication, social skills, and goal setting to prepare yourself for the next big step in your life. Individuals under age 15 are encouraged to focus on the “basic” training while older youth might find the “intermediate” training more appropriate. 


The Homeschool Hub

Our Homeschool Hub has a wealth of resources and tools to support homeschoolers. Click on “Resources” to find information on getting started; Colorado homeschool law, online courses, concurrent enrollment, and enrichment programs; tutoring; extracurricular activities; support organizations; and more. You can also sign up for our homeschool newsletter to find out about upcoming homeschool programs at the Library such as Homeschool Book Blast and Homeschool Science Fair. 


For Fun AND Learning!

eLibrary: More than Books!

Of course, the Library has books, music, movies, and more, both physical and digital, that students can access for school and fun. Browse Libby by OverDrive (eBooks and comics, eAudiobooks, eMagazines), Hoopla (music, TV shows and movies, eBooks and comics, eAudiobooks), AudioBookCloud (eAudiobooks), Freading (eBooks), Freegal (music), Kanopy (movies, TV shows, documentaries), Tumblebooks (eBooks for young readers), and more. 


PPLD Kids

Looking for more learning resources for kids? You can find plenty of PPLD resources on our PPLD Kids page! Explore: 

  • Homework (search by subject to find databases, recommended websites, and more),
  • Read (access booklists by grade level, genre, online resources, and more),
  • Create (hands-on activities and websites),
  • Parents & Educators (curated information source for adults).

PPLD Teens

Get homework help, book recommendations, virtual programs, research resources, and more on our PPLD Teens page

 

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Have an adventure with your Library during the 50th anniversary of our 2024 Summer Adventure presented by Children's Hospital Colorado! This year, anyone of any age can participate and win prizes through reading, creating, and exploring. You can read, participate in one of our programs, or use one of our activity ideas!


Survey

Finished with the program? Please take our survey and answer a few questions to make next year’s program even better!  

Child/Teen Survey
Caretaker Survey
Adult Survey


May 31 – July 31, 2024 

Click here  or  download the app to get signed up

Activities and Programs for KIDS and TWEENS!(Ages 0 - 12)     
Activities and Programs for TEENS!(Ages 12 - 18)
Programs for ADULTS! 

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The adventure runs from May 31 - July 31. You can sign up for and start the program on  
Fri., May 31 on the Beanstack app or at ppld.beanstack.org. 


Check out our FAQ Page

Click here for group registration information. Group registration is NOT recommended for families. A group must be five or more participants. Have more questions about Beanstack? Email beanstackhelp@ppld.org.


Be in the know: Sign up! 

Receive a reminder email at the start of Summer Adventure and throughout June and July for summer programs, activities, and more. You can unsubscribe at any time. 


Event Calendars


Game Cards

You can track your progress on the Beanstack app, pick up a game card at any Library location, or click here to download and print a physical game card from home! 


How to play

  • Register on Beanstack at  ppld.beanstack.org, on the app, or in person at your favorite Library location!
  • Complete 30 days of activities (either Read, Explore, or Create) from Fri., May 31 – Wed., July 31.
  • Track your progress on the game card tracker or by logging a day in Beanstack for each day you complete an activity. 
  • Complete the program after 30 days of activities and challenge yourself to complete the bonus round! Keep reading to earn additional entries into the grand prize drawing. Receive one extra entry (up to four) for each additional five days of activities you complete. See below for a list of grand prizes! 

If you need assistance, call (719) 531-6333 or visit ppld.org/ask 


Prizes

Participants receive an age-appropriate prize upon registration and another after completing 30 days of Read, Explore, and/or Create activities. Prizes are available until Wed., July 31 or while supplies last. Earn up to four additional entries into the grand prize drawings by completing bonus rounds of five extra days of activities each.

Registration Prize: 

  • Ages 0 - 11: A choice of book
  • Ages 12 - 18: A choice of book or journal
  • Ages 19+: An entry into the grand prize drawing

Completion Prize: 

  • Ages 0 - 3: A bath toy & entry into the grand prize drawing
  • Ages 4 - 11: A reading award medal and entry into the grand prize drawing
  • Ages 12 - 18: A choice of book or journal and entry into the grand prize drawing
  • Ages 19+: An entry into the grand prize drawing

See some of the teen prize books here!

You can pick up your prizes at your favorite Library location. Prize options may vary as supplies last. Open hours and specific services may vary by Library location, so please check in advance.

Grand Prize Drawing

Thanks to our generous sponsors, we have some exciting grand prizes that will be awarded to our lucky winners this year! 

  • Enjoy a private movie theater screening party for up to 30 people at Roadhouse Cinemas, complete with free drinks and popcorn.
  • Four premium seats to see the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC along with a cool goodie bag of Switchbacks gear!

In addition to the private movie screening and Switchbacks tickets, we have lots of excellent prizes you could win, including: 

  • One-year family membership for the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
  • $50 SCHEELS gift card
  • Win a 10-pack of free skate passes to Skate City
  • Family four-pack tickets to Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain (peak season passes)
  • Pass for laser tag/arcade games at Main Event
  • One-hour of bowling, plus shoes at Main Event
  • One-year membership for the Fine Arts Center at Colorado College
  • Date night movie pass for two, popcorn, and $10 to spend in the arcade at Roadhouse Cinemas
  • Light Victorian Tea for two guests at Miramont Castle
  • Tour for four guests at Miramont Castle
  • Chuckwagon Supper and Original Western Stage Show for four guests at Flying W Ranch
  • A cool waterproof outdoor adventure backpack with swag from Pikes Peak Regional Attractions
  • Family four-pack tickets to ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum

Thanks to our generous prize sponsors 

Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Pikes Peak America's MountainRoadHouse Cinemas Logo
Main Event LogoSkate City LogoScheels Colorado Springs LogoUnited States Olympic & Paralympic Museum Logo Switchbacks Logo
Pikes Peak Regional Attractions 

More Fun: Zoom Backgrounds

Enliven your Zoom or other virtual conversations with Summer Adventure digital backgrounds: Download below!