Take ten minutes to visit your library. Books, CDs, DVDs and possibly free internet

Alisonpennypincher

My local library is fab, and my DS aged two always asks to go the "books".:rotfl:

They are really good with him, there is colouring for him to do and they are hapy for him to make noise! I find i can order all the latest titles and they come in in a few days, i have saved an absolute fortune.

The town library also does rhymetime for little ones and other bits, they are well worth checking out!

u2o

and then there's the online renewal system to extend the book loans - or at least there is at mine along with automated telephone service. makes it even more convenient in case you cant return the book in time!

cant fault them, with free internet cafe too

jinkssick

As I type this, I am using a free internet connection. My local library is 30 second walk, thank goodness, so I use the net here as I have non at home due to my location.

great resources.

wolfehouse

don't forget the free activities they put on. our has events for children and a local history group for people of a certain age.

ShockingPink

I have to declare an interest here - I work in a library! Don't forget to ask about your free Bookstart packs if you have little ones; they get them at 8 months, 18 months and 3 years.

Most libraries have storytimes and rhymetimes for youngsters, and many also lend out free Storysacks: http://www.standards.dfes.gov.uk/parentalinvolvement/pics/pics_storysacks/These are a great resource for families.

Can't seem to get the link to work, sorry! It's a good job I'm not responsible for doing the free Internet taster sessions in our library!:o

milkfloatquack

good thread! my local library charges 60p for reservations and kids DVDs are now free. I also reserve the new hardbacks I fancy reading, a bargain for 60p.

twink

i have been a member of the library since i was little and took the children when they were old enough, theres no way i could afford to buy the books but for 50p i can reserve a brand new one

LondonDiva

Don't forget if like me you work a way from home and it's a pain to go in the weekend, that you can always join up at the library closest to your work.

All you need is proof of address (utilities etc) and that you work in the borough (work id).

Maysie

i wish i had popped into the libary 2 days ago i forgot and now i owe charges i guess....gt quite a few things as well. Go to the libary but remember when u need to get stuff back by lol

littlelibrarylass

my library also has free coffee mornings for our local residents- free tea coffee biscuits and a talk by an interesting person.
and our requests are free
I love working there as i get lots of free books,magazines , dvds,cds and lots of different people visiting to chat to!
LLL