Pikes Peak Library District - Manitou Springs Library

06/04/2025

To make it easier to find all your Library information in one place, the page for Manitou Springs Library will no longer be updated. Please follow us at Pikes Peak Library District and Pikes Peak Library District - Kids. You can also find us on Instagram, X, Threads, Bluesky, and TikTok.

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05/30/2025

When we're not hosting a program or event, our Community Room becomes a co-working space! Enjoy our beautiful views and historic architecture while getting work done or enjoying your new favorite book. Check the whiteboard each day for event and co-working hours.

[Image description: In one image a library staff member sits at a table with bookshelves behind her. In another image a book lies open on a table with a bookshelf, lamp, and historic clock in the background. In another image a library staff member sits in a soft chair reading beside a whiteboard advertising coworking hours. In the final image a library staff member jumps for joy in the Community Room next to a whiteboard advertising coworking hours.]

05/28/2025

The Pikes Peak Library District is proud to present the 2025 Manitou Springs Library Lawn Concert Series! Concerts will be on Wednesdays in June and July, 6 - 7:30 p.m. on the lawn of the newly renovated Manitou Springs Carnegie Library. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy the music of this summer concert series. See the full lineup at ppld.org/Library-Lawn-Concerts

Join us on June 4th at 6 p.m. for the first concert in the lineup, which will feature the music of Jeremy Facknitz! You can find out more about him on our online calendar at tinyurl.com/upz63y4u, or on his website at jeremyfacknitz.com/

In the case of inclement weather, concerts will be canceled, with announcements on ppld.org.

05/20/2025

Get ready for summer fun! The 2025 PPLD Summer Adventure presented by Friends of Pikes Peak Library District reading program kicks off on Mon., June 2 and once again is open to all ages. Read, explore, and create your way through the summer for a chance to earn prizes and beat the "summer slide." Registration starts Mon., June 2. Learn more at ppld.org/summer 🌞

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05/19/2025

❗Holiday closure❗ All Library locations

All Pikes Peak Library District locations will be closed Mon., May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. The eLibrary and other online services and resources will still be available.

Two weeks after this alert expires, the post may be removed.

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05/14/2025

Library 21c is hosting the 2025 Mountain of Authors program on Sat., May 17 from noon - 4:30 p.m. Meet local authors, hear from a Colorado adventure writer, and learn about the craft of writing and trends in publishing from an industry professional. All are welcome at this no-cost event. Learn more at ppld.org/mountain-of-authors

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05/07/2025

Our monthly BYOBooks Group is this Sat., May 10 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.! Patrons are encouraged to bring their latest read and share their thoughts with the group.

Check out the Facebook event for the program here: https://shorturl.at/usAGj

05/01/2025

Interested in stitching, knitting, crocheting, and more? Bring your fiber arts project and socialize with other crafters! Fiber Arts groups are open to everyone age 18+ and are a great opportunity to learn about new crafts, have a good conversation, and get to know more about PPLD. No registration required. Meet us on Fridays from 10-11 a.m. in the Manitou Springs Library Community Room! 🧶🪡

Our meeting dates for this month are May 2, May 9, May 23, and May 30. There will be no Fiber Arts Group on Fri., May 23 due to a staff training in the morning.

04/09/2025

04/09/2025

Bring Your Own Book Club at Manitou Springs Library is this Sat., Apr. 12! Bring a book you loved and a buddy and get some ideas for your next spring read. 🌸

Join us for a monthly Bring Your Own book group that meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. Patrons are encouraged to bring their latest read and share their thoughts with the group. Book groups are open to everyone, and they are a great opportunity to discover new genres and titles, meet new people, and engage in discussion.

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03/25/2025

Libraries help communities thrive. Support your Library District on Tue., April 1 during Library Giving Day! On that date, people across the country — including in El Paso County — come together as part of a movement to strengthen and support our local libraries. With you by our side, the PPLD Foundation can continue to fuel life-changing spaces, programs, and services across El Paso County. Learn more and donate at ppld.org/library-giving-day

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03/24/2025

There is no Toddler Time this week at Manitou Springs Library! 🚫 Since it is Spring Break, this Wednesday we will be hosting Beth Epley for her Taste of Imagination Performance. Plan on having a blast as we laugh, play, and enjoy silly songs!

For more information on our Spring Break programming, visit ppld.org/events?branches=91

Toddler Time will resume next Wed., Apr. 2nd. at 10:30 a.m.