Poudre Libraries Digital Library Is Changing – Don’t Lose Your Access

Did you know that Poudre Libraries offer free audiobooks and e-books if you live in Northern Colorado?

I found this out about two years ago. I signed up for a Digital Access library card and have been using the Libby app to listen to audiobooks and read e-books free of charge.

Why You Could Lose Your Digital Library Access in Northern Colorado

If you are like me and use the Digital Access library card, you need to pay attention. You could be losing your access if you do not take a few steps with Poudre Libraries.

I, and assuming all other members of Poudre Libraries, received an email regarding changes to digital access.

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Poudre Libraries said in the email that they have seen a significant increase in digital borrows, while the cost of borrowing digital e-books and audiobooks has risen even more.

Digital Access Card Being Eliminated in Fort Collins

Poudre Libraries announced that they will be eliminating the Digital Access library card on October 31.

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I'm not going to lie, when I saw that, my heart dropped. I use their digital library every day. The digital library is not going away. So how can you access the digital library? You will need a new library card.

How Northern Coloradans Can Get an All-Access Library Card

Poudre Libraries says that Northern Colorado residents will need to sign up for an All-Access card. Northern Colorado residents will need to go to a physical location and provide photo identification and proof that they are Colorado residents.

Where to Get Your All-Access Card in Fort Collins

Here are three locations in Fort Collins where you can get the All-Access card.

• Old Town Library - 201 Peterson Street Fort Collins, CO 80524
• Harmony Library - 4616 S. Shields Street Fort Collins, CO 80526
• Council Tree Library - 2733 Council Tree Avenue #200 Fort Collins, CO 80525