Please note, July 2026: Due to air quality concerns, the Books in the Park program is now indoors!
Monday and Tuesday at Giodone Library, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m,
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at Lamb Library, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Books in the Park (Summer only) began in 2004 as a pilot project at the suggestion of Councilman Ray Aguilera who wanted to bring library services to children who might not otherwise have the opportunity to visit the library.
This innovative program using withdrawn and donated books allows any child to complete the Summer Reading Club game boards even if they don't have a library card. The steady growth of attendance and participation demonstrates the community's overwhelming acceptance of Books in the Park as a summertime favorite.
Weekly storytimes (presented by community volunteers); crafts (provided by Pueblo Parks & Recreation staff) round out the Books in the Park experience.
Please note, due to air quality concerns, July 2026, BIP will be held indoors.
Monday and Tuesday at Giodone Library, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m,
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at Lamb Library, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m,
Summer only - June 8 through July 31
Langoni Sports Complex: Mondays & Tuesdays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Storytimes: Tuesdays | 10:30 AM
Kickoff Party: June 8
Wrap-Up Party: July 28
Lake Minnequa Park: Wednesdays – Fridays, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Storytimes: Thursdays | 10:30 AM
Kickoff Party: June 10
Wrap-Up Party: July 31