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E-Books Now Available at VGPL

E-Content can now be checked out using your existing library account and the Libby Application

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  • Simply click the Libby button on the Library Catalog page under "Electronic Resources"

  • This will take you to the New Mexico Library To Go sign-in page.

  • Select the "Vista Grande Public Library." 

  • Log into your library account by entering your Library Card# + phone or password (if you have set a PW, you cannot use your phone number).

  • If successful, the main menu will be present at which point you can search Libby.  (Note you will need to configure your account to work with your device. Several applications are available). 

  • If you are using Libby directly, you will simply search and follow the instructions for borrowing:

    • By logging into your Libby account, you will be able to check out eBooks and audio books, return borrowed items and place or check holds.

    • If you are downloading the Libby application, you may be asked for a PIN. This is your account password (if set) or your phone.

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To access Libby using the Library Catalog feature: 

  • Enter your search criteria in the FIND box.

  • On the results panel, digital downloads are identified by having"Internet" displayed in the Location field and "Libby" displayed in the Label field. 

  • Select the record, then select "Download This Item." The New Mexico Library To Go panel should appear. 

  • Select the "Vista Grande Public Library."

  • Follow the instructions for downloading or reserving your item.​

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If you have device questions, use this link to access Overdrive Help.

 

  • Items are owned in a consortium by a number of NM libraries. This will impact hold times and availability

  • Check out limits and times are set by Overdrive and are as follows:

    • Checkout limit: 10

    • Hold limit: 4

    • Lending times available to patrons: 7, 14, 21 days

    • Default lending period: 14 days

    • Video lending times available to patrons: 3, 5, 7 days

    • Default video lending period: 5 days

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Good news everyone! VGPL now has digital e-Books and audio books for you to download and check out to help us serve you better while the library remains closed.

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Basic instructions for checking out materials are included on this page. Additional instructions are available here. 

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If you have questions, please follow the help link.

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For a PDF of the instructions with helpful screen shots, go here

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If your account appears to be blocked or you otherwise cannot log-in, email read@vglibrary.org. Responses may take a few days given the closure, but we will get back to you as soon as we can.

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