How do I get a library card?
When are my books due?
Does the library have internet/wireless Access?
When is the library open?
What do I do if I lost my library card?
Does the library take book donations?
How much are fees for late returns?

How do I get a library card?
You are eligible for a Basalt Regional Library Distirct account if you already have a valid account with another Colorado library or if you live in our district. If you are under 16 years old, you need a parent or guardian to come into the library to sign for your account. If you are 16 or older, you may stop in the library or fill out an application online. Here are some close-up maps of different areas in our district to help you determine if we are your home library: Old Snowmass, Missouri Heights, East Basalt, and West Basalt.  

When are my books due?
If you have your library card you can check Your Account online by typing in all of the numbers on the barcode without the spaces. If you don't know your account number, you can contact us to find out. 970...

Does the library have internet and/or wireless access?
The library does offer free wireless internet service during our business hours. We also have 8 computers with public internet access, 6 are connected to a black and white printer. You may use a computer for one session per day.  Sessions are one hour. Printing is $.20 per page for black/white and $.50 for color. If you have a Basalt library card, you can type in your barcode to begin your session.

When is the library open?
The library is open Monday through Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday and Saturday from 9am to 5pm, and Sunday 1-5 pm. We are closed some holidays as posted.

What do I do if I lost my library card?
Let a librarian know the next time you would like to check out library materials. The first card replacement is free. Additional cards are .

Does the library take book donations?
At this time the library is not taking book donations due to a lack of storage space. If you have book donations, please take them to the library in Aspen, Carbondale or Glenwood Springs.

How much are fees for late returns?
Fines accrue at $1.00 per day ( one dollar per day) for movies, up to $5.00 (five dollars). Movies may be renewed one time, due to the high demand for that type of material. For all other materials, fines accrue at $.10 per day, up to $5.00. All library items may be renewed one time by phone or online.