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Serving most of El Paso County, CO. Here for your weird questions since 1962.
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Current mood: nostalgic about these Winter Adult Reading Program mugs. We're excited for you to see the 2026 mug! Take on this brain-healthy reading challenge to earn one (plus a coupon for a free dessert from Crumbl)! Registration opens on Jan. 1 online or Jan. 2 in-person. ppld.org/winter-reading
Mugs from past Winter Adult Reading Program years. Some logos featured here include a cat snuggling a book, a picnic, the word READ!, a skier, and several designs with a snowflake. Mugs from past Winter Adult Reading Program years. Some logos featured here include a pine forest, the number 10 with a book in it, a constellation, and several featuring mountains. A graphic showing a pine forest during a snowstorm behind a badge featuring a mug, open book, calendar, and cookie. Text reads, "Winter Adult Reading Program. Are you winter ready? Jan. 1 - Feb. 28.
December 23, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Through PPLD's doors, you will find a world of literacy tools and vital resources for people of all ages. We couldn't do it without the contributions our community makes to the PPLD Foundation. We invite you to make a difference with a meaningful donation to the PPLD Foundation at ppld.org/donate
The glass doors of Calhan Library with a dusting of snow. The glass doors of Ruth Holley Library open wide for visitors to walk through. The entrance to Ute Pass Library.
December 22, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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Everything you see while last-minute shopping this week is an opportunity to use the Consumer Reports Website through your Library to learn more! Visit ppld.org/databases to learn more.
December 22, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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During the PPLD Cares food drive, our amazing community donated 14,350 pounds of non-perishable items for Care & Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado! Thank you so much for making a difference in supporting your community this season.
A PPLD staff member loads boxes of food into a van to take over to Care & Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado Several paper bags full of food waiting to be transported. A stack of food is shown in a back room at the Library. A large box pallet of food awaits transport at the food bank.
December 19, 2025 at 11:29 PM
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📢Volunteer math tutors needed! Do you know math and want to support local learners? We are expanding our math tutoring services to help more students. We currently need volunteer tutors at Cheyenne Mountain Library. Learn more and apply at tinyurl.com/yc87mc9z

#PPLD #PublicLibrary #WhatLibrariesDo
A student practices addition and subtraction problems on a whiteboard while a helper watches
December 19, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Join us in celebrating the 150th anniversary of Colorado and 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026! We will have Library open houses, a Passport Program to earn prizes, a special edition library card, and themed programs. Learn more at ppld.org/co150-usa250
A historic photo of the Carnegie Library in downtown Colorado Springs from 1907 appears surrounded with illustrations of confetti and a banner. Text reads, "Join PPLD in celebrating the sesquisemiquincentennial. Celebrate Colorado's 150th and the United States' 250th anniversaries with open houses at all our locations.
December 18, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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Ready to support literacy and learning in El Paso County? Come support local home school students presenting book reports during Homeschool Book Blast tomorrow (Fri., Dec. 19) from 1 - 2 p.m. at East Library! Listen as these students practice their presentation skills.
December 18, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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❗Holiday closure❗ All Library locations

All Library locations will be closed on Wed., Dec. 24 and Thu., Dec. 25 in observance of Christmas Eve and Day. While we are away, you can check out digital books, music, videos, and more at ppld.org/elibrary.
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December 17, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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How does Pikes Peak Library District's budget work? To illustrate this complex but integral part of your Library District, we put together a guide video and article which you can read online at ppld.org/budget-guide
Guide to the PPLD Budget | Pikes Peak Library District
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December 12, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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The upgrade is complete and we are back online! Thank you again for your patience while we upgraded this major system in order to continue providing excellent Library experiences far into the future. Find videos and written instructions on using the new catalog at ppld.org/about-the-catalog
A group of race cars charge over the finish line along with text that reads: "New system is live! Go! The digital upgrade is finished!"
December 12, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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We are closed today (Thu., Dec. 11) to finish installing major system upgrades. Can't wait to see the new catalog? Get a preview in the form of how-to videos about it at ppld.org/ils-migration
December 11, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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Describe your last Library checkout using only 5 emoji. We'll go first: 💻💡📎📚👀
December 11, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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Library hack for while we are closed tomorrow and Wednesday (Dec. 10 and 11) to complete the system upgrade: Download the Libby app or visit the OverDrive website to find a whole library in your pocket using your PPLD library card! Find more eLibrary resources at ppld.org/elibrary
A race car stops to let mechanics prepare it for its next lap paired with text that reads, "Get Set. The upgrade is almost here... Live on Fri., Dec. 12." A screenshot of the home screen of the Libby app, which features different collections of seasonal eBooks and eAudiobooks.
December 10, 2025 at 12:10 AM
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❗Closer alert❗ Penrose Library

Penrose Library is closed due to plumbing issues today, Tue., Dec. 9. We anticipate a reopening of 3 p.m. today. In the event of updates related to this closure, this post will be updated or removed.
December 9, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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❗Weather impacts alert❗ Mobile Library Services

Due to expected low temperatures, the bookmobile stop at Bonforte Park will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Sat., Dec. 6. In the event of further updates, this post will be updated.
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December 5, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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PPLD has teamed up with Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado for the PPLD Cares food drive. If you can give, please bring non-perishable items to your go-to PPLD location by Mon., Dec. 15. Thank you! Find a list of most needed items at ppld.org/ppld-cares
An illustration of canned foods on cupboard shelves paired with text that reads, "PPLD Cares."
December 5, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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We're looking back at the amazing things we did together this year. Donations are a vital part of Library funding. We invite you to make a difference in your community during the End-of-Year-Giving Campaign by donating to the PPLD Foundation at ppld.org/foundation/donate
A Native American woman performs a traditional dance at the Library. A music performer leads children through a dance move. Teens learn how to use computerized sewing machines. A graphic featuring people recording audio, cooking, using a computer, and playing games together. Text reads, "All you need is your Library...and now your Library needs you! Give to the Pikes Peak Library District Foundation today!"
December 5, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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When your reading age is revealed:
December 5, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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The 18th Annual Teen Art Contest is open for submissions! Teens ages 13 - 19 should submit a piece of 2D art that captures their interpretation of the theme "Wild Colorado." Submissions are due by Tue., Feb. 10. Learn more at ppld.org/teenartcontest

#ArtContest #PPLD #TeenArt #LibraryTeens
An illustration of a wooden sign in front of a mountain landscape. Text reads, "18th Annual Teen Art Contest: Wild Colorado." In the background, a bigfoot slinks through the trees.
December 4, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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This scene could have greeted you as you walked into your local butcher in 1902. While you're thinking about local history, we are taking project proposals for the 2026 Regional Pikes Peak History Symposium! Learn more at ppld.org/history-symposium
A historic photo shows six men, five wearing white food service coats, standing behind a butcher counter in front of an ornate wall. Hams hang from a fixture above them, and the counter is covered in different slabs of meat. Closer to the camera, unknown meat materials sit in containers and a slab of fish sits precariously on a butcher block. Three stools stand in front of the meat counter for patrons to sit on. A graphic showing a historic photo of a train paired with the name and theme of the history symposium.
December 4, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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⚠️UPDATE⚠️ Mobile Library Services are canceled today due to road conditions. (Updated 12:27 p.m.)
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❗Weather delay alert❗ All Library locations

All PPLD locations will have a delayed opening of 10 a.m. today, Thu., Dec. 4. In the event of further updates due to weather and road conditions today, this post will be updated.
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December 4, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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❗Weather delay alert❗ All Library locations

All PPLD locations will have a delayed opening of 10 a.m. today, Thu., Dec. 4. In the event of further updates due to weather and road conditions today, this post will be updated.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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❗Planned closure alert❗

All PPLD locations will be closed on Wed., Dec. 10 and Thu., Dec. 11 to implement the newly upgraded Integrated system. This system manages many aspects of your Library experience, and we're excited for you to experience new features. We'll be back open on Fri., Dec. 12.
The alert information is repeated, decorated with a shape that resembles a mountain. A graphic showing a pit crew taking care of a race car between laps. Text reads, "The upgrade is almost here... live on Fri., Dec. 12."
December 3, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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The latest issue of our monthly eNewsletter went out this morning! Read up on all of the latest happenings at PPLD, including upcoming closures, how you can support the Library this season, opportunities for kids and teens, and more. Not on our email list? Sign up at ppld.org/newsletters
A screenshot of the latest PPLD newsletter shows that the publication includes information about upcoming closures, events and happenings, and even information about programs that are coming soon.
December 3, 2025 at 5:07 PM
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❗️Weather impacts alert❗️ All Library locations

Due to weather conditions, all Library locations are closed today, Wed., Dec. 3. Today is the perfect day to use your library card to stream your favorite snowy songs on Freegal! Learn more at ppld.org/elibrary
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December 3, 2025 at 2:49 PM