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Big Library Read eBook Event

PPLD invites the public to take part in the Big Library Read, a pilot program in which libraries worldwide offer a single eBook to their cardholders. The program is designed to unite library patrons from all around the world.

From May 15 to June 1, 2013, anyone with a valid Pikes Peak Library District library card can borrow the eBook The Four Corners of the Sky by New York Times bestselling author Michael Malone for free from the Library’s website at ppld.org/cybershelf and read on all major devices, including Kindle® and iPad®.

Over 7,500 libraries in 10 countries from five continents are participating. Readers are invited to join the book discussion on Twitter using #BigLibraryRead.

For more information about the Big Library Read, please visit www.overdrive.com/big-library-read/.

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Save the Date! Kids Summer Reading Program starts on June 1!
Save the Date! Kids Summer Reading Program starts on June 1!

What: Children’s Summer Reading Program 2013 - Dig Into Reading
When: June 1 - July 31

The Library’s Summer Reading Program is fun, free, and builds reading skills. Read with us this summer and win cool prizes! Register online or at your local library starting June 1.

Here's how to play:

  1. Go to your nearest library and register for Dig Into Reading, our free summer reading program, or register online at ppld.org starting June 1.
  2. Read books!
  3. Record your reading on our Dig Into Reading game card!
  4. Win prizes, prizes, prizes!
  5. Enjoy our special free programs – performers, stories, crafts, live animals, and more.

Happy Reading!

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Breaking the Mold: Michael Garman
Michael Garman and Magic Town

What can you learn from a vagabond? To find out, join Michael Garman as the 75-year-old artist discusses his half-century career as America’s Storyteller Sculptor. This interactive event will include an audiovisual demonstration and Q&A session with the artist.

Retrace Michael Garman’s early hitchhiking journey through Central and South America where he learned to sculpt. Follow him through the streets of San Francisco, Dallas, and Philadelphia as he honed his craft. And then discover how he built his masterpiece — Magic Town — a 3,000 square foot sculptural theater that combines handmade sculpture with magical illusions.

His lifelong ambition has been to honor the everyday heroes all around us. With over 500 different sculptures depicting firefighters, cowboys, and soldiers side by side with his downtrodden street characters — down but never out — he has achieved a story worth telling.

Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended. To register, contact Mary Koehler at (719) 963-6900 or publicrelations@michaelgarman.com.

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Westlaw Classes
Westlaw

Westlaw is one of the primary online legal research services for lawyers and legal professionals in the United States. On Friday, May 31 at Penrose Library, a trainer from West will teach three classes, each focused on different Westlaw features and techniques.

Registration is required for each class. To register, call (719) 389-8968 or click on the appropriate registration link below.

  • 8 a.m.
    Beginning Level
    An introduction to the databases PPLD subscribes to and how to use Westlaw’s search features. Click here to register.
  • 9 a.m.
    Advanced Search Techniques
    Learn about Terms & Connectors searching and other advanced search tactics. Click here to register.
  • 10 a.m.
    KeyCite and Key Numbers
    Learn to use Westlaw’s citator, KeyCite, to ensure that your sources are good law, and how West’s Topic & Key Number system can be used in research. Click here to register.
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eGov Class
eGov

Learn how to access government information, benefits, and agencies online! PPLD's law librarian will show you where to find health information, file a complaint against a business, find legal forms, apply for Social Security benefits and unemployment insurance, renew licenses, get Medicare and Medicaid information, contact your legislators, and more.

Registration is required. Click here to register.

  • When: Tue., May 28 from 8:30 - 10 a.m.
  • Where: Penrose Library, 20 N. Cascade Ave.
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