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PPLD to host Americans and the Holocaust Exhibit
Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) will host the Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibit from the American Library Association and the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum.
A Rainbow of Children's Books to Celebrate Pride
This rainbow booklist is for all the children who will appreciate seeing various families in great books.
Announcing the 2023 All Pikes Peak Reads Title
We are pleased to announce the 2023 book for All Pikes Peak Reads, our annual community reads program. This year’s title is The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line: Untold Stories of the Women Who Changed the Course of World War II by Mari K.
Thaumatrope Take and Make
Take and Makes for this project, for ages 5-12, will be available at area PPLD libaries beginning July 14, 2023.
Landscape Changes at Library 21c
This summer the lawn and landscaping around Library 21c will undergo a turf conversion. This involves replacing non-native, manicured turf (lawn) with grasses native to our region.
Two New Attractions Join Culture Pass
We are partnering with two more Colorado attractions, expanding the Pikes Peak Culture Pass program to 12 local attractions for patrons to explore! Enjoy even more local art and regional history through the Library.
Independence Day 2023
The United States declared independence from England and its monarch on July 4, 1776. We commemorate this occasion with annual fireworks displays and other festivities.
Submissions Open for All Pikes Peak Writes 2023
“The train screeched to a halt.” What comes next? That’s up to you.
Take and Make: Lemonade Slushies
Supplies for this Take and Make, for ages 5-12, will be available at no cost at area PPLD libraries beginning Friday, June 9, 2023.

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.
Peggy Shivers to be Honored with Portrait Unveiling
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.