Library Perks

Congratulations! Being a DCL cardholder means you have access to all sorts of fun perks, everything from free digital media to free online classes (in crafting, software, language and more).

Explore your options and do something new!

Check Out Colorado

A limited number of backpacks containing a pass good for admission to any Colorado State Park are available for checkout from our welcome desks. Check now for availability.

Nontraditional Items

Looking for something new and exciting to check out? We offer a variety of gadgets, electronics, and learning tools.

Our specialized, self-contained kits for kids, adults and caregivers contain materials to help those struggling with anxiety, loss related to suicide, and memory issues. Multigenerational and road trip kits also available. Kits check out for three weeks.

Online Learning

These resources make learning a new language or new technology skills simple and convenient. Learn from the privacy of your own home—or your local library or coffee shop.

LinkedIn Learning

Learn software, creative, business and technology skills from video courses taught by industry experts. Installed the Android or iOS app? Sign in with your library learning and Library ID, “DCL”.

Mango Languages

Online language learning from German to Spanish, Russian to Mandarin Chinese. No downloads are required, and an app is available.

Creativebug

Watch more than 1,000 DIY classes from renowned artists—anytime, anywhere. Create a Creativebug account using your library card and PIN, and start crafting!

Adventure Pass

Use your library card to reserve a Douglas County Libraries Adventure Pass to one of our local participating cultural institutions. Reserve free passes up to 14 days in advance.

Free Virtual Legal Clinic

Attorneys are available virtually to answer legal questions, help fill out forms, and explain legal process and procedures in a variety of areas: family law, civil litigation, property law, landlord-tenant law, and more. Second Monday each month. Hosted at Castle Rock by appointment only; call (303) 791-7323 to schedule.