Wallyford Library - Service Update

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Throughout July the opening hours at Wallyford Library will be:

Thursday 9:00am to 1:00pm and 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Friday 9:00am to 1:00pm and 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Saturday 10:00am to 1:00pm

We’re looking forward to seeing you in July and asking for your input on the activities you’d like to see in our new home. Consolidating our opening hours in July will allow us to support local children with fun activities for the summer reading challenge, Ready, Set, Read.

In preparation for our move to the new Wallyford Learning Campus in the Autumn we will close the public library within Wallyford Primary at 1:00pm on Saturday 29 July.

From the beginning of August a click and collect service will operate by appointment from Wallyford Community Centre for those unable to access other libraries in Musselburgh, Prestonpans or Tranent. To use this service please ask at the library for information during July or contact wallyford.library@eastlothian.gov.uk to arrange.

We look forward to welcoming you to our new location this Autumn and will keep you updated as we finalise our opening date..library@eastlothian.gov.uk to arrange.

We look forward to welcoming you to our new location this Autumn and will keep you updated as we finalise our opening date

Summer Reading Challenge 2023 - Ready, Set, Read!

 

Get ready for a summer of reading and fun with the Summer Reading Challenge!

This year, the theme is sports, games, teamwork, and play. The Reading Agency has partnered with the Youth Sports Trust to create ‘Ready, Set, Read!’ and keep imaginations moving over the school holidays. By participating in the Challenge at East Lothian Libraries, young people will have the opportunity to explore new reading material, develop skills, and discover new interests.

With incentives to collect and plenty of brilliant books to enjoy, the Challenge is the perfect summer activity to build young readers’ skills and confidence during the break from school. Children can also take part online through the official digital Challenge platform summerreadingchallenge.org.uk.

The Challenge begins in libraries across East Lothian on Saturday 17 June. Visit your local library to register and find out about the activities they have planned for you. 

Information on events taking place across our libraries can also be found on our webpage https://www.eastlothian.gov.uk/summer-reading-challenge 

Keep an eye out on the East Lothian Libraries Facebook page or on your local library's dedicated Facebook page for all you need to know too!

All children completing the Challenge will receive a certificate and a book for their home collection.

Carers Week 5 to 11 June 2023

Carers Week Roadshow

Next week is Carers Week ( 5 to 11 June) and we are delighted to have worked with the Carers of East Lothian to offer some events and a curated collection of books to support unpaid carers.

The Carers of East Lothian will be visiting five of our libraries hosting a pop up stand where you can find out more information and ask the team any questions you may have about being a carer.

Pop Up Information Stand

Monday 5 June at Haddington Library - 2:00pm to 4:45pm

Tuesday 6 June at North Berwick Library - 10:00am to 1:00pm

Wednesday 7 June at Musselburgh Library - 10:00am to 1:00pm

Thursday 8 June at Dunbar Library - 2:00pm to 4:45pm

Friday 9 June at Tranent Library - 10:00am to 1:00pm

We are also delighted to have worked with the Carers Panel to identify a range of books that they would recommend and we have pulled together a new collection for carers.

Carers Collection

Our collection includes practical guides, memoirs, lived experience, and fictional works.

If you are interested in borrowing one of these books you can visit our online library catalogue or the Spydus App and search the keyword 'Carers'. Alternatively ask one of the library staff to help you find the best book for you.