* Computers and Printers are shut down for maintenance 15 minutes before the library closes

* WIFI at the Carnegie Library Monte Vista Branch shuts down at 5:00 PM

Remember, no food or drinks are allowed in the libraries. Please turn off your cell phone before entering the libraries. Please do not bring any fire arms or other weapons into the libraries, this includes knives. No pets are allowed in the libraries unless they are service animals and you will need to provide proof of the fact and have them in their service vests. Thank you for helping to keep the Carnegie Libraries a safe place to visit.

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What's New in the Library

Our system allows patrons to view both library catalogs online and allows patrons to view and work with their own accounts. If you are interested in logging into your account or for more information please contact your librarian at either the Carnegie Library, Monte Vista Branch at 719-852-3931 or Carnegie Library, South Fork Branch at 719-873-5079 for assistance in setting up your account.

Library Closures:

Both Libraries will be closed Thursday, November 25th, Friday, November 26th and Saturday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

Both Libraries will be closed Friday, December 24th and Saturday, December 25th for the Christmas Holiday.

Puzzle Exchange

What can you do with a jigsaw puzzle that you've already put together? Bring it to the Carnegie Library in Monte Vista or South Fork and exchange it for one that is new to you! Please make sure that no pieces are missing and that the pieces are secure in their box.

New to the Library: E-Books and Audio Books

Download the app Libby by Overdrive or visit http://libbyapp.com/welcome
Open app, select (touch, tap or click) "Yes" for the first question: Do you have a library card?
Select "I'll search for a Library"
Enter zip code 81144
Select "A Colorado Consortium, Carnegie Public Libraries"
Libby Username: all lowercase, no spaces or comma; last name, first initial, middle initial.
Password: Your library card number

Please visit with a Carnegie staff member to verify your Username and Password before you download the app and log-in for the first time.

COVID-19 Information

Rio Grand County Public Health Updates

For more information about COVID-19:

CO HELP line 1-877-462-2911 (English and Spanish)
Colorado updates and guidance: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/2019-novel-coronavirus
CDC updates and guidance: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Local triage lines (only for individuals with symptoms with questions about testing)-
- Rio Grande Hospital – 719-657-4990
SLV Health – 719-589-2511, and press 9
Public Questions –
- CO HELP hotline: 1-877-462-2911