All Pikes Peak Library District locations will close at 4 p.m. on Tue., Dec. 31 and be closed on Wed., Jan. 1 in observance of New Year's Day.

Manitou Springs Library is temporarily closed to prepare for its move in early 2025. 

Upcoming Events

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This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 90
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

PPLD Genealogy Resources (virtual class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 96
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Kids 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Idea Lab: The Big Dig – Learning About Archaeology

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Registration
Library Branch: Penrose Library
Room: Penrose Aspen/Children's Room
Age Group: Kids 0-5, Tween 9-12, Family
Event Type: Family Library Programs, History, Kids, Tweens
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Do you like puzzles and figuring out stories from clues? Do you like digging in dirt and finding things that were lost? Explore these aspects of archaeology in this interactive program! Ages 5 – 12.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Ancestry Basics (virtual genealogy class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 95
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Top Free Genealogy Websites (virtual class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Pre-1850 Research (virtual genealogy class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

Researching ancestors in the United States before 1850 can be a challenge.

This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

Idea Lab: The Big Dig – Learning About Archaeology

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Fountain Library
Room: Fountain Meeting Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: History, Kids
Event Details:

Do you like puzzles and figuring out stories from clues? Do you like digging in dirt and finding things that were lost? Explore these aspects of archaeology in this interactive program! Ages 5 – 12.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

Idea Lab: The Big Dig – Learning About Archaeology

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Library 21c
Room: Library 21c: CreateSpace
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: History, Kids
Event Details:

Do you like puzzles and figuring out stories from clues? Do you like digging in dirt and finding things that were lost? Explore these aspects of archaeology in this interactive program! Ages 5 – 12.

Disclaimer(s)

Room capacity: Due to the popularity of this program and to meet fire code requirements for meeting rooms, please arrive early to get a spot. If we are unable to accommodate you for the program, we welcome you to have fun playing in our play spaces.

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

Google is an amazing tool for research!

This event is in the "Kids 5-8" group.
This event is in the "Tween 9-12" group.

Idea Lab: The Big Dig – Learning About Archaeology

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Library Branch: Ute Pass Library
Room: Ute Pass Community Room
Age Group: Kids 5-8, Tween 9-12
Event Type: History, Kids
Event Details:

Do you like puzzles and figuring out stories from clues? Do you like digging in dirt and finding things that were lost? Explore these aspects of archaeology in this interactive program! Ages 5 – 12.

Disclaimer(s)

Sensory accommodations: The Service Desk can provide sensory accommodation items such as fidget toys or noise-reducing headphones for you or your child to use while in the Library.  If these will benefit your Library experience, please ask about our Sensory Accommodations Kit! 

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Vital Records (virtual genealogy class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Vital records are key genealogical documents that provide proof of life events, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 98
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Census Records (virtual genealogy class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Census records are an excellent tool for genealogical research.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

DNA & Genealogy (virtual class)

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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?

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Senior" group.

Genealogy Basics (virtual class)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Senior
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual Library
Age Group: Adult, Senior
Event Type: Adults, Genealogy, History, Seniors, Virtual Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 100
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?