The Grand County Public Library is the 2007 "Best Small Library in America."  This honor is an annual prize awarded by the editors of Library Journal and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

See the full cover feature story from the February 1, 2007 Library Journal at www.libraryjournal.com

Frequently-Asked Questions

Does the library have wireless Internet? 

Yes.  The entire building has an available wireless signal that does not require a password.

Does the library have computers for non-residents to use?

Yes.  Three terminals in our lobby are for quick "email checks" for tourists.  Fifteen minute codes are available at the checkout desk. There is no fee but donations are welcomed. During peak tourist seasons, a queue may form.  More terminals are available in our research area, and may be used for up to two hours.  These machines are restricted in that email, chat, and games are not allowed.  Our media computers, also available to non-residents for up to two hours, are handy for visitors who need to download cameras, edit video, burn cds, and more.

May non-residents check materials out of the library? 

While any user is welcome to use materials inside the library, in order to borrow materials, residency must be established in Grand County by showing proof of a local physical address.  In lieu of this, a non-resident annual fee of $30 is assessed for each family that wishes to borrow materials.  The reason for this is that our library is supported by a County Property Tax, and the $30 fee is an average amount paid by local households to support the library.

About Us

Basic information about the services at the library. 

Mission

The Grand County Public Library provides access to information, materials, and services to all members of the community to encourage a lifetime of learning.

Policies

View our Computer Usage Policy, Children's Policy, Circulation Policy, Non-Resident Policy, and Inter-library Loan Policy.

Staff Members

This link lists our team of staff members and their positions along with positions that are currently vacant.

Board of Directors

Lists our Board of Directors and briefly explains their role in the public library.

Friends of the Library

This page explains the mission of our Friends of the Library group. It contains information about activities and membership.