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We want to wish our 16th Annual Teen Art Contest winners a huge congratulations!
These teen artists were chosen by their fellow teens and PPLD staff. They were honored at an award ceremony in March at East Library.
To enter our 17th Annual Teen Art Contest, watch out for the announcement coming in late 2023.
Best in Show
Averie P.
Vista Ridge High School
"The Treasure of Memories"
Watercolors, watercolor pencils, and metallic watercolor
High School – First Place
Adelyn L.
TCA College Pathways
"Words Come to Life"
3-D Sculpture
High School – Second Place
Dominick P.
Fountain Fort Carson High School
"A Newborn Star’s Trip Down Memory Lanes"
Digital Art
Middle School – First Place
Evie S.
Monument Academy
“Backroad History”
Acrylic paint on canvas
Middle School – Second Place
Natalie M.
Evangelical Christian Academy
“The Invisible”
Watercolors, colored pencils, and acrylic paint
Coordinator’s Choice – Middle School
Evey W.
Mountain Ridge Middle School
“Memories in Bronze”
Pencil, Pen, & Marker on Paper
Coordinator’s Choice – Middle School
Kendall L.
Horizon Middle School
“My Mind's Eye”
Acrylic on Canvas
Coordinator’s Choice – High School
Ryleigh S.
St. Mary's High School
“Day in the Woods”
Join Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) as we honor Colorado Springs classical and jazz music legend and philanthropist Peggy Shivers with a portrait unveiling and appreciation reception.
The reception will be the grand unveiling of her portrait, painted by Kevin Johnson, at its permanent home at Library 21c. Register here.
Tue., June 20 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Peggy Shivers and the late Clarence Shivers created the Shivers Fund at Pikes Peak Library District, which supports the Shivers African American Historical and Cultural Collection at PPLD. The fund creates educational and cultural opportunities for young people through scholarships and programming. It also provides opportunities for our community to celebrate culture, history, and the arts.
Outdoor concerts return to Pikes Peak Library District this summer! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and join us in Manitou Springs and Monument for sunshine and music all summer long. You’ll hear a variety of music, from pop folk and big band music, to bluegrass, and beyond.
Manitou Springs Library Lawn Concert Series
Each concert from the Manitou Springs Lawn Concert Series takes place in front of the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library building, 701 Manitou Ave., located at the southwest corner of Manitou and Pawnee avenues. Wednesday nights from 6 – 7:30 p.m. June 6 – July 19. In case of inclement weather, concerts will be canceled.
- Wed., June 7 – Kicking off the series, enjoy the pop folk music of Edie Carey.
- Wed., June 14 – Enjoy the lovingly crafted music of Jeremy Facknitz for the second concert of the series.
- Wed., June 28 – The third concert features the sounds of Tenderfoot Bluegrass Band.
- Wed., July 5 – Catch music by The Mitguards during the fourth concert of the summer.
- Wed., July 12 – Crystal and the Curious will perform during the fifth concert.
- Wed., July 19 – The sixth concert will feature music from A Carpenter’s Daughter.
- Wed., Aug. 2 – Wrap up the summer fun with music from Academy Jazz Ensemble
Palmer Lake Library Village Green Concert Series
Celebrate summer with a live, three-concert series at the Palmer Lake Village Green! These concerts are no-cost, and everyone is welcome to attend. The Village Green and gazebo are located right next to the Palmer Lake Library, 66 Lower Glenway Street.
Keep an eye out for musician announcements later this summer!