Opening Our Libraries – The Next Phase.

 

We have so far reopened Dunbar, Haddington, Musselburgh, North Berwick, Prestonpans and Tranent Libraries for customers to visit. We are very proud of the service we have maintained this year and are continuing to open libraries as staffing and social distancing measures allow. We are very thankful to our customers for their patience as we have navigated these difficult times!

This week (w/b 24^th May) we are adding Longniddry Library to our list of open branches. They will be open for Click & Collect along with appointments for browsing and PC usage. Opening Monday – Wednesday and Friday 10am – 1pm and 2pm – 4.30pm. We know the staff are looking forward to welcoming our readers back into branch. Call 01620 827 827 and ask for Longniddry Library to make an appointment to attend the library.

 

Also, just a reminder of our Customer Service facilities which are currently open for enquiries and payments.

Brunton Hall: Monday to Friday 10 am - 12 pm and 1 pm - 4 pm (also providing face to face Blue Badge support by appointment)   

      

John Muir House: Monday to Thursday 9 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4.30 pm, Fri  9 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4 pm.

 

From 31^st May, Port Seton Library will reopen for click and collect, browsing, blue badge support and PC usage. They are opening on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4.30 pm. Call 01620 827 827 and ask for Port Seton Library to arrange your appointment to visit the branch.

 

It is not currently possible for us to open all of our library branches. We are providing a Home Library Delivery service in Ormiston and it is also being visited on a fortnightly basis by the mobile library service provided by Midlothian Libraries.

A Home Delivery Service has also been set up to serve Gullane.

A pop up library will be at The Mart in East Linton every Tuesday from 10 am to 1 pm offering Click & Collect, some titles to borrow, a returns box, hearing aid batteries and recycling bin covers.

Our services are under constant review in line with government guidelines and we will provide updates via our website/newsletters and social media channels when we have them.

Further Service Updates

Week beginning 17th May 2021

 

North Berwick Library and Tranent Library to reopen for browsing, click and collect and PC sessions.  All services provided by appointment.

 

North Berwick Library: Tel: 01620 827 827 and ask for North Berwick Library

 

Mon – Fri             10 am – 1 pm  and  2 pm – 4.30 pm

 

 

 

Tranent Library: Tel: 01620 827 827 and ask for Tranent Library

 

Mon - Thur           10 am – 1 pm  and  2 pm – 4.30 pm

Guidance on visiting our libraries and the Click and Collect service can be found on our webpage. 

Both libraries will be providing Blue Badge Application support by appointment.

Mobile Library Service Update

The Mobile Library Service delivered by Midlothian Libraries has now restarted.

The week commencing 10th May will see a click and collect service resume with the following fortnightly timetable.

Thursday 13th May (Week 1)
Whitecraig: 10:00 – 10:30
Macmerry: 10:45 – 11:45
Ormiston: 12:45 – 14:00
Ormiston stop is on the main street

Thursday 20th May (Week 2)
Pencaitland: 10.00 -11.00
East Saltoun: 11.15 – 11.45
Gifford: 12.45 – 14.00

Friday 14th May (Week 1)
Cousland: 10-11
Pathhead: 11.15-12.30

Friday 21st May (Week 2)
Humbie: 10-11
Pathhead: 11.15-12.30

New Borrowers can register online first, then either contact the mobile on 07990136894 or via the reserve and collect web form.

Register online
https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/…/using_th…/5/join_the_library

Reserve and Collect page
https://libraries.midlothian.gov.uk/web/arena/reservecollect

Update On our Services

Week beginning 10 May 2021

 

Dunbar Library and Prestonpans Library to reopen for browsing, click and collect and PC sessions.  All services provided by appointment.

 

Dunbar Library: Tel: 01620 827 827 and ask for Dunbar Library

 

Mon – Fri             10 am – 1 pm  and  2 pm – 4.30 pm

 

Dunbar will offer face to face Blue Badge support from 17th May

 

 

Prestonpans Library: Tel: 01620 827 827 and ask for Prestonpans Library

 

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri            10 am – 1 pm 2 pm – 4.30 pm

Guidance on visiting our libraries and the Click and Collect service can be found on our webpage. 

 

Guidance on visiting the Local History Centre

The Local History Centre re-opens to the public on May 3^rd 2021 for appointments.

 10am to 1pm and 2 to 4.30pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays

 The services available are family history research and advice, historic newspapers on microfilm and local studies reference library.

 

Please follow all relevant guidance to ensure a safe visit. This will be updated if required or if Scottish Government guidance changes:

• visits for the need to be pre-booked via email to history@eastlothian.gov.uk or telephone 01620 820695
• we ask that all visitors please maintain social distancing, use the hand sanitiser available or wash your hands regularly and wear a face covering (unless exempt)
• please do not visit if you or anyone in your household has any symptoms of coronavirus
• we have an enhanced cleaning regime in place and you may see staff cleaning through the day
• payment by credit or debit card is preferred for any printouts or scans
• please note that this information will be updated regularly as guidelines change