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.

Old Colorado City Library will be closed on Sat., May 24 due to Territory Days.

East Library will begin an elevator modernization on Wed., March 12.

The Library will remain open, but the 2nd floor will only have stair access. Visit ppld.org/east-library-improvements for more information.  

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Sharing Your Family History (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

There are many ways to share your genealogy research with future generations. But with so many available tools and methods, getting started can be overwhelming.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

There are many ways to share your genealogy research with future generations. But with so many available tools and methods, getting started can be overwhelming.

2025 Pikes Peak Regional History Film Festival

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
East Community/ Annex at East Library
Event Type:
History
Age Group:
Adult

This year, the Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium kicks off with our best film festival yet!

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Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

This year, the Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium kicks off with our best film festival yet!

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Census Records (virtual genealogy class)

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Census records are an excellent tool for genealogical research.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Census records are an excellent tool for genealogical research.

Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium

All Day
East Community/ Annex at East Library
Event Type:
History
Age Group:
Adult

The Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium returns with an exciting lineup of presentations exploring history beyond the written word.

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Registration Required
Library Branch: East Library
Room: East Community/ Annex
Age Group: Adult
Event Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Pikes Peak Regional History Symposium returns with an exciting lineup of presentations exploring history beyond the written word.

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DNA & Genealogy (virtual class)

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Uncover the stories hidden in your DNA! Learn about using the latest DNA testing technology to explore your family history.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uncover the stories hidden in your DNA! Learn about using the latest DNA testing technology to explore your family history.

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Thursday, July 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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PPLD Genealogy Resources

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Pikes Peak Library District offers many resources to aid you with your genealogical research.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pikes Peak Library District offers many resources to aid you with your genealogical research.

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Author Jim O'Donnell Presents "Fountain Creek: Big Lessons from a Little River"

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Manitou Springs Meeting Room at Manitou Springs Library
Event Type:
Author, Community Public, History, Live Indoor, Local Author, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Pikes Peak Library District welcomes author and journalist Jim O'Donnell to speak on his book Fountain Creek: Big Lessons from a Little River:

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Library Branch: Manitou Springs Library
Room: Manitou Springs Meeting Room
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Author, Community Public, History, Live Indoor, Local Author, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pikes Peak Library District welcomes author and journalist Jim O'Donnell to speak on his book Fountain Creek: Big Lessons from a Little River:

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Ancestry Basics

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Ancestry Library Edition is a great place to get started with your genealogical research!

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ancestry Library Edition is a great place to get started with your genealogical research!

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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Researching Your Female Ancestors

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Researching your female ancestors can be a difficult, yet rewarding, process.

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Researching your female ancestors can be a difficult, yet rewarding, process.

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Researching African American Ancestors

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Researching your African American ancestors can be a challenging, yet rewarding, process.

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Researching your African American ancestors can be a challenging, yet rewarding, process.

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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FamilySearch Basics

Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Want to discover more about your ancestors? FamilySearch is an incredible, free resource with unique content you'll want to dive into!

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to discover more about your ancestors? FamilySearch is an incredible, free resource with unique content you'll want to dive into!

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Google for Genealogy Research

Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Google is an amazing tool for research!

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Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Google is an amazing tool for research!

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in researching your genealogy but aren't sure where to start? Or ready to take the next step in your skills?

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Census Records

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

Census records are an excellent tool for genealogical research.

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Census records are an excellent tool for genealogical research.

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Top Free Genealogy Websites

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Virtual Library
Event Type:
Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Age Group:
Adult, Senior

The internet offers many fantastic, but sometimes overwhelming, resources for genealogical research.

Register Now
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

The internet offers many fantastic, but sometimes overwhelming, resources for genealogical research.