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Winter Adult Reading Program
An illustration of an ice skate appears behind text that reads, “Skate in the Park with PPLD.
Skate in the Park 2026
Winter is here, bringing ice skating season with it. Whether you are a longtime skater or skating for the first time, come Skate in the Park with your Library!
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Cheers to Our Volunteers!
By Jeremiah Walter Volunteers are an essential part of any library. Their time and dedication make a huge difference not only for staff, but also for the communities they serve.
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Ask Me About the '70s (if you dare)
By Drew Cerino A chill ran down my spine as the lion locked eyes with mine. One wrong move and she could be on me in a matter of seconds…
The PPLD Foundation
The PPLD Foundation Supports Funding for Library Facilities
Libraries receive much-needed funding from nonprofit organizations dedicated to the future of resources and services in their community. For Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD), the PPLD Foundation is one of its key support organizations.
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Beyond the Stacks
Librarians shape and inspire their communityBy Jeanne Davant 
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Tax Time!
It is that time of year again. Taxes are due on Wed., April 15, 2026. Fortunately, Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) has the information you need to file on time.
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18th Annual Teen Art Contest
Our theme for this year’s Teen Art Contest is “Wild Colorado.”
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Pikes Peak Library District’s 2023 - 2026 Strategic Plan
From a small reading room established 136 years ago, PPLD continues to evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of our sprawling community.
Join PPLD In Celebrating the Ses-quin-semi-quin-centennial! headline with an old photo of colorado sprigns and the 150 250 CO logo
Ses-Qui-Semi-Quin-Centennial Open Houses
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The Jean Ciavonne Poetry Contest
Pikes Peak Library District’s annual Jean Ciavonne Poetry Contest engages 4th and 5th grade writers in El Paso County.
eople are shown playing a board game, cooking together, recording piano music in a recording studio, and using a computer together. Text reads, “All you need is your Library... and now your Library needs you! Give to the Pikes Peak Library District Foundation today!”
End of Year Giving
Libraries are a vital lifeline for the whole community.