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A graphic showing a 3D printer and audio recording equipment. Text set against graphing paper reads, “Maker Camp"
Maker Camp 2026
Introducing Maker Camp, a creative technology program just for teens!
A graphic featuring a collection of characters nicknamed "Paw Patrol" then below that is the headline Pikes Peak Center • May 23 & 24
PPLD Offers Discounted Tickets to PAW Patrol Live!
PPLD library cardholders may receive a special 25% discount to see PAW Patrol Live!:
A pickleball (which is a hollow, plastic ball with holes in it like a wiffleball) appears behind bold text that reads, “Serve, Smash, Support! A Pickleball Fundraiser.
Pickleball for a Cause
The PPLD Foundation invites you to participate in their 2nd annual Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser at Springs Pickleball – East (2975 N. New Center Point) on Sat., Sept. 12.
Manitou Springs Library Concert Series – An illustration of the Manitou Springs Library with a disco ball and music speakers
Enjoy Music at the 2026 Library Lawn Concerts
The Pikes Peak Library District is proud to present the 2026 Manitou Springs Library Summer Lawn Concert Series! 
historic photo of a train engine somewhere in the Pikes Peak region. Text reads, “Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium,” and a badge in one corner decorated with a mountain and the C from the Colorado flag indicates that the event is tied in with the celebration of the 150th anniversary of Colorado and 250th anniversary of the U.S.
Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium
Mountain of authors logo featuring Randi Samuelson-Brown, the keynote author at Mountain of Authors. This event is happening Saturday., May 16
Mountain of Authors
Virtual Author Visits with microphone graphic
May's Virtual Author Visits
Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) hosts Virtual Author Visits, presented by Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District, with our partners, the Library Speakers Consortium.
a graphic with three children eating or holding food and a wooden sign that says No-Cost Summer Lunches (and Books) for Kids & Teens
Summer Lunches 2026
Kids and teens can enjoy lunch (and books) at no cost this summer!  Colorado Springs School District 11 will bring their mobile unit to East Library every weekday in June and July! 
An illustration of a comic book splash pannel with the headline "Free Comic Book Day and Comics Giveaway! with another headline "FREE!"
Free Comic Book Day 2026
PPLD is teaming up with Muse Comics + Games to offer Free Comic Book Day and Comics Giveaway Day™ comic issues on Sat., May 2. This annual nationwide initiative strives to put comics into the hands of both long-time and new comic fans alike.
A group of people smiling for a portait. with the headline "We need you to help shape the future of PPLD!"
Strategic Plan Input Survey
We need YOU to help shape the future of PPLD!Pikes Peak Library District is developing our next Strategic Plan and we want your input.
Graphic of a woman in a car getting her book from a drive thru with the text "Holds on the Go: Park, Text, Pick Up!
New Holds Pick Up Window at East Library!
Park, Text, and Pick Up Your Holds
A group of kid posing in front of headline that reads "Summer Adventure". There is an illustrative book that reads "looking for teen volunteers!
Teen Volunteers Wanted for 2026 Summer Adventure
Volunteer experience looks good on college applications and can make job applications stand out to potential employers.