Together, Turning Loss into Action

COS Reads + You

COS Reads is a nonprofit organization initially established to support the Save Rockrimmon Library campaign. We are dedicated to keeping all neighborhood libraries open and thriving. COS Reads advocates for equal library access, vibrant community spaces, and systemic reforms across the Pikes Peak Library District.

Upcoming Meetings

Stay informed and take part in the decisions that shape our libraries.

August 26, 2025

City Council Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

107 North Nevada Avenue, City Hall

August 26, 2025

County Commissioners Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

Centennial Hall, 200 S. Cascade Ave.

September 4, 2025

Joint Appointment Committee, 4 p.m.

107 North Nevada Avenue, City Hall

CANCELED

Time Left to Save the Cheyenne Mountain Branch

The lease expires next August. Help us act before it’s too late.

How can we make this donation happen?

Our former Rockrimmon landlord, Ismet Sahin, has generously offered to DONATE a 10,000-square-foot building to bring a library back to the northwest side of Colorado Springs. This space is in the same shopping center as our old library, in the building that once housed the veterinary clinic. This is a huge opportunity for our community—and our elected leaders must know how important it is to us. Please email City Council members, the Board of County Commissioners, and the Library Board of Trustees, asking them to pursue this generous donation and restore a library in our neighborhood.

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PPLD approves $2.6 million purchase of two branches

On August 20th, the PPLD BoT unanimously voted to purchase Ruth Holley Library and Ute Pass Library. The PPLD Foundation contributed $1 million toward Ruth Holley, while the Ute Pass acquisition was funded from reserves. While we celebrate the investment in Ruth Holley, these costly acquisitions raise continued concerns about transparency and financial accountability. The board had previously cited budget strains when closing Rockrimmon Library just eight months ago.

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Article: Lawsuit Dismissed

The Gazette covered the recent dismissal of our lawsuit. While disappointing, the outcome spotlighted other potential library closures and opened the door for renewed talks with local officials.

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Video: Watch Our Grand Opening

A wonderful video from our library's Grand Opening on May 10, 2025. Thanks for sharing, Karin Zeitvogel.

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Survey for Reading at the Rock Library

Help shape our library’s future! Share your thoughts to keep Reading at the Rock welcoming, useful, and fun. The survey takes only a few minutes.

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Contact

COS Reads

Colorado Springs, CO 80919

E-mail us: [email protected]

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