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.  

Upcoming Events

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2025 Pikes Peak Regional History Film Festival

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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!

Census Records (virtual genealogy class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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
Adult
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.

DNA & Genealogy (virtual class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
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?

PPLD Genealogy Resources

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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.

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

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration Required
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:

Ancestry Basics

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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!

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
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?

Researching Your Female Ancestors

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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.

Researching African American Ancestors

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
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?

FamilySearch Basics

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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!

Google for Genealogy Research

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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!

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
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?

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
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?

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
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?

Census Records

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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.

Top Free Genealogy Websites

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
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.