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Mission and Values

Mission Statement

The purpose of the Dolores Public Library is to provide an environment that encourages reading by all groups. The Library’s role is to provide resources to assist in the community’s pursuit of educational objectives, intellectual and emotional growth, the enjoyment of leisure time, and the solutions to everyday problems.

Vision/Goal Statement

The vision of the Dolores Public Library is to provide an attractive and accessible building with space for resources, staff, and users, and where an environment of friendly and helpful personnel are available to assist the public in accessing information.

Upcoming Events

May
22
Wed
10:00 am Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
May 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Story time is every Wednesday at 10:00 throughout the year. Each story time will include stories, crafts, and snacks. If your child becomes “fussy” during [...]
May
23
Thu
7:00 pm Argo
Argo
May 23 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free | Rated R
May
25
Sat
all-day Closed for Memorial Day
Closed for Memorial Day
May 25 – May 27 all-day
May
29
Wed
10:00 am Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
May 29 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Story time is every Wednesday at 10:00 throughout the year. Each story time will include stories, crafts, and snacks. If your child becomes “fussy” during [...]
Jun
5
Wed
10:00 am Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
Jun 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Story time is every Wednesday at 10:00 throughout the year. Each story time will include stories, crafts, and snacks. If your child becomes “fussy” during [...]

Resources

  • Dictionaries
  • Gale Virtual Reference Library
  • Kidsites
  • LiveScience
  • Math.com
  • Museum of Paleontology (UC)
  • Online Writing Lab
  • Understanding Science
  • WebMATH
  • Wikipedia

Databases

  • EBSCO
  • ePrep
  • Firstsearch

Community Links

  • Cortez Journal
  • Dolores All School Reunion
  • Dolores Chamber of Commerce
  • Dolores River Festival
  • Dolores School District
  • Escalante Days
  • Fort Lewis College
  • Mesa Verde National Park
  • Montezuma County
  • Rotary Club of Dolores
  • Town of Dolores

Colorado State Links

  • AskColorado
  • Colorado Historic Newspapers
  • Colorado Public Records
  • Colorado Virtual Library
  • Colorado Workforce
  • Colorado.gov

Library Links

  • Bayfield Public Library
  • Colorado State Library
  • Cortez Public Library
  • Denver Public Library
  • Douglas County Libraries
  • Durango Public Library
  • Mancos Public Library

Dolores Public Library

  • (970) 882-4127
  • circ@doloreslibrary.org
  • Carole Arnold, Director carole@fone.net

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    • New Building
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