You can apply for a temporary library card online. A temporary card is active for 30 days and will allow you to:

• Place holds
• Access selected eResources

Upgrading to or getting a permanent card is easy.

Just visit any of the 3 libraries, (Old Town, Harmony, or Council Tree), in the Poudre River Public Library District and bring a current/valid photo ID and proof of a local address.

Acceptable photo IDs:

• Driver's license, provisional license, international license or student license
• ID card from the Department of Motor Vehicles
• Alien Registration Card
• Military or school identification, or a passport. It must be current and valid

Acceptable proof of current local address:

• Driver's license, provisional license, international license or student license
• ID card from the Department of Motor Vehicles
• Utility deposit receipt or bill
• Voter registration
• Official rent receipt or rental
• Postmarked mail with your name on it

Children under the age of 12, with no current school ID, must have a parent or legal guardian present to sign their card. Parents/Guardians are financially responsible for their child's account and for the selection and use of resources by their minor children.

About your Library Card:

• The first card is free. Replacements are $1.00
• Your card expires every two years. Present a current/valid ID and proof of address to renew (see lists above). You will keep your barcode number.
• Treat your card as you would a credit card; report a lost or stolen card immediately.
• Temporary and out-of-state residents may obtain a library card. Ask at the Checkout Desk for information.

We honor cards from other Colorado public libraries as part of the Colorado Library Card (CLC) project. A card from the Poudre River Public Library District will be issued with proof of address to these card holders.