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Your Community Library - What We Offer

Books and magazines of all kinds: hard back, paperback, large print, audio and digital Electronic Resources

Music CDs and DVDs, movie, program and documentary DVDs;

Apple MAC and Microsoft PC computers; Internet/WiFi, soundproof POD for virtual meetings,

printing and copying services, private cubicles, community meeting room with projection capabilities

iPods, telescopes, microscopes, baking pans, museum passes, and puzzles - lots of puzzles!

Adult, youth and children's programs and offerings

Special Community Events

Art exhibitions - and so much more!

VGPL Current Events

Spring Donor Appeal in Progress!

As a Nonprofit 501c3, VGPL is an independent library with 40+ volunteers contributing 5,000+ hours annually in support of circulation, cataloging, inventory management, fundraisers, and various patron programs for all ages. Volunteers are always needed! And while approximately 40% of the library's facility and financial support is provided by Santa Fe County, the New Mexico State Library Association, and grants, the remaining 60% of our annual operating budget depends upon the community's generous donations through our Annual Appeals, legacy gifts, contributions to our Invested Funds, various fundraisers, book and audio/visual collection donations. Your donations support daily operations, library programs, collections, and special events and ensure our future. For more information on our how you can make a difference, please visit our "Spring Donor Appeal" page, or donate financially one time or monthly through PayPal using the links provided. 

 

"Behind the Scenes: Tales from a Hollywood Insider"  Monday, June 9, 6:30 pm - special guest speaker Paul Lazarus.  What’s it really like in Tinsel Town? What’s involved in making films in the industry’s epicenter? At 7 pm on June 9, at Vista Grande Public Library you have the chance to hear first-hand from Hollywood insider Paul Lazarus. Bring your questions to this intimate speaking event, limited to an audience of 75! Tickets are available for sale at the library for $40 or 2 for $70, includes wine and cheese. All proceeds benefit the library.

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Rock Time: Saturday, May 31, 11 am to 1 pm

 

Summer Reading Program Kickoff Party - Saturday, May 31, Noon-3pm. The 2025 theme is "Color Our World." See our special programs page for additional information.​

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Toddler Story Time: Thursdays, 10:30 am. 

 

Trivia Night Fundraiser at Eldorado Taproom: Monday, May 26, 7 pm.​

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​WOW! Wonders on Wheels - Wednesday, July 2, 3-6 pm. Wonders on Wheels is an educational RV equipped with a museum exhibit that travels all over New Mexico delivering educational programming to rural and under-served communities. The 2025 exhibit, "Eight Sites, One History," explores the complex history of New Mexico. Join us for this fun-filled day of history and adventure!

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​Book Donations: Now accepting appointments for donating like-new books and CD/DVDs (English or Spanish only, excellent condition). Please contact the Library Director to make your appointment. 

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Early Literacy Calendars: Care givers of young children can use these monthly calendars to get tips on raising a successful reader. See the Children's Programs page. ​​

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VGPL Supports the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Please read the New Mexico Library Association's NMLA Statement in support of the IMLS. 

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Library Electronic Resources:

Did you know our Library Catalogs include numerous Electronic Resources? Select our Library catalog menu above and choose from:

  • Libby - New Mexico's Library To-Go option for digital books and audio recordings

  • El Portal - a database collection of newspapers, journal articles, magazines and reference materials

  • Project Gutenberg - free collection of over 30,000 eBooks

  • LibriVox - public domain literature recordings 

  • Geni - genealogy database (GeniPro in library only)

  • Learning Express - use to review skills and prepare for tests

For additional information, refer to our Digital Resources page. 

 

Monthly Board Meeting: â€‹

The next monthly Board Meeting is June 12, 2025 at 5:30pm. Open to the public, click here for the monthly meeting agenda when available.  â€‹

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For additional information, contact Jody Price at

vgpresident@vglibrary.org

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