Is it possible to have too many books?
Friends of the Pikes Peak Library don’t think so!

 

Every spring and fall, the Friends host big weekend book sales. And along with books, you will find DVDs and CDs. Stock up on your next favorites – when all items are priced $2.00 and under.

 

Everyone is welcome, but Friends of the Pikes Peak Library do get some special deals; why not become a member at the Book Sale?

 

 Friday--October 13, 2023
Friends get early access, and reduced prices all weekend.

 Saturday--October 14, 2023

Come buy with other book lovers.

  Sunday--October 15, 2023

Bag Day! Fill a bag with books for some real bargains.

To encourage and recognize exemplary national and local writers, the Friends of the Pikes Peak Public Library presents two awards at an annual luncheon, its signature event.

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The Frank Waters Award celebrates its namesake’s love of the American West. The $1,000 award is given to a writer who strives to foster literary excellence and a recognition of the people, culture and landscape of the American West.

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The Golden Quill Award is a $500 prize given for literary achievement by an outstanding local author, illustrator, photographer or publication. Its recipient often is also engaged in fostering literacy in the community.

 THANK YOU TO OUR 2022 SPONSORS:

El Pomar Foundation, Colorado College, Lockheed Martin, State Farm Insurance 

Gaddis, Herd , Craw & Adams, P.C.

Please contact us, to sponsor the 2023 Literary Awards!

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For more information on the life and books of Frank Waters, please visit Adobe Gallery and Biblio.

For past winners of the Frank Waters Award, click here.

For past winners of the Golden Quill Award, click here.

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Friends of Pikes Peak Library are proud to sponsor the annual Latina Voices event.

 

Latina Voices recognizes the leadership, civic engagement, and dynamic role Latina women play in the Pikes Peak community. This free event is open to all, to listen to the engaging stories Latina women tell about their challenges and opportunities.

 

Cultural diversity creates a vibrant, strong, and impactful community. By celebrating diverse cultures, the Friends of the Pikes Peak Library strive to inspire innovations and excellence.

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Thank you to our 2022 Sponsors:

    Trader Joe's, King Soopers, Chuy's, Crumbl Cookies, Jarrito Loco, La Sinaloense, Lolley's Ice Cream, Salem Surround, Carniceria Leonela and Milagros.

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Please contact us, to sponsor the 2023 Latina Voices!

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Nothing beats tucking into a good book...except maybe getting to meet the author who wrote that book.

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The Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District offer a quarterly event to hear from a different local author on the magic behind their writing. Different genres, different authors and a little something for everyone.

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This event is free for all attendees!!

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