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Call for Authors - Mountain of Authors 2026
 
Pikes Peak Library District is excited to open submissions for the 2026 Mountain of Authors Local Author Showcase! The 2026 Mountain of Authors event will be held on Saturday, May 16 at Library 21c. This is an exciting afternoon of networking and connecting with other authors and the public. 
 
There are limited spots available for in-person Showcase Authors. If you are selected for the in-person showcase you will be invited to have an author table at the event for networking opportunities and book sales.
 
Please fill out this form to be considered for participation in the in-person Author Showcase on Saturday, May 16. Applications will be accepted until 11 p.m. on Friday, March 20. 
 
 
Submit Your Author Application
 
Featured Programs:
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Author Talk: Garrett Peck
 
Join Pikes Peak Library District as we celebrate National Reading Month and welcome author and historian Garrett Peck to talk about his new book The Bright Edges of the World. 
Following the talk, Peck will be available for audience questions and a book signing.
 
This program is being offered to commemorate the Colorado 150 and US 250 anniversaries.  
 
Register in advance to let us know you will be attending.
  • Library 21c: Wed., March 25 at 6 p.m. 
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Scrap Exchange with Who Gives a Scrap
 
In collaboration with Who Gives a SCRAP Creative Reuse Center, we are hosting an arts, craft, and hobby material exchange! Bring in your new, clean/gently used and unwanted craft materials and exchange them for "tickets" to "purchase/exchange" new-to-you craft supplies! We will also have a fun up-cycling craft going on, so you can take your time and check for new inventory!
 
Please only bring in crafting supplies and not items that are considered trash, in bad condition, or items that can be recycled, including plastic food containers, bedding, or building waste.
 
Click here [link to WGAS webpage for acceptable items taken at their stores] for a full list of items that can and cannot be donated. No registration required.
 
  • Penrose Library: Sat., March 28 at 1 p.m. 
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Accordion Photo Albums
 
Create a personalized item to display your favorite memories with an accordion-style photo album! Feel free to bring photos from home to populate your albums. All supplies provided. Registration required.
  • Ruth Holley Library: Tues., March 10 at 2 p.m. 
  • East Library: Wed., March 11 at 10 a.m. 
  • Penrose Library: Tues., March 24 at 2 p.m.
Featured Resource:
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Tax Time!
 
It is that time of year again. Taxes are due on Wed., April 15, 2026. Fortunately, Pikes Peak Library District (PPLD) has the information you need to file on time. Although Library staff cannot give tax advice, visit our Tax Information guide for tax forms, information about tax assistance, FAQs for accessing your IRS account information, and other useful information.  
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Pikes Peak Library District
P.O. Box 1579, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80901
(719) 531-6333
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