Haddington, Longniddry and Port Seton Libraries - Opening Hours update

 

We are pleased to announce that from Monday 7th February, Haddington and Longniddry libraries will resume normal opening hours ( with the exception of evening opening for Haddington).

Longniddry Library Opening hours

Monday 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 6pm

Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm

Saturday 10am – 1pm

Haddington Library Opening Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9am - 5pm

Wednesday 10am - 5pm

Saturday 10am - 4pm

Port Seton library will resume normal opening hours from the week beginning Monday 14th February and the opening hours will be as follows:

Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 10am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm

Saturdays 10am – 1pm

Information on the opening hours of all our branches can be found on our webpage

Library opening hours Update

We are delighted to share the news that all of our libraries, with the exception of Wallyford library, will be back open the week beginning Monday 31st January 2022.  

Wallyford library will continue to facilitate class visits and offer a click and collect service to borrowers at this time. Bookbug will take place at Wallyford Community Centre.

Please see the information below for details of branch opening days/hours as of the week beginning 31st January 2022. 

Any further updates or changes to hours will be posed to our social media, webpage and blog pages.

If you have any queries please email libraries@eastlothian.gov.uk or telephone 01620 827827 ( ask for the relevant branch) 

Library Opening Hours

Dunbar Library  

Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Wednesday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm    

Thursday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 7pm 

Saturday - 10am to 1pm

East Linton Library  

Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Gullane Library 

Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Saturday - 10am to 1pm

Haddington Library 

Monday & Friday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Wednesday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm    

Saturday - 10am to 4pm

Longniddry Library

Friday - 10am to 1pm & 2 to 5pm

Musselburgh Library

Monday & Thursday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 7pm

Tuesday & Friday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Wednesday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm    

Saturday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm

North Berwick Library

Monday, Tuesday & Friday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Wednesday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm    

Thursday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 7pm 

Saturday - 10am to 1pm

Ormiston Library ( reopens on Friday 4th February 2022)

Monday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm 

Friday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm 

Port Seton Library

Friday - 10am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Prestonpans Library

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Saturday - 10am to 1pm  

Tranent Library

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday - 9am to 1pm & 2pm to 5pm

Wallyford Library

Click and Collect can be arranged to be picked up Friday afternoons. Borrowers can complete the Click and Collect Form or email the branch at wallyford.library@eastlothian.gov.uk 

Have you met Libby?

Have you met Libby yet? Earlier this year one of our key providers RBdigital moved to a new company called Overdrive. Overdrive has a great app called Libby where you can access a range of content, or, if you have a kindle fire you can access their Overdrive app.

Through Libby you can access:

• eBooks
• eAudiobooks,

• Magazines,

• Universal Class (Training Courses)

• The Great Courses (Training Courses)

• Music concerts by Qello

Read on to find out more: 

Books!

You can now Borrow eBooks and eAudiobooks, to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. Libby is the one-tap reading app where you can borrow eBooks and digital audiobooks for free. You can stream books with Wi-Fi or mobile data, or download them for offline use and read anytime. 

Do you remember the days when listening to an audio book in the car involved choosing the right disk for you car journey? or the frustration of being stuck in traffic only for your CD to finish right at that really big cliffhanger? With Libby you can listen in the car on Apple car Play and Android Auto!

Magazines

Libby has hundreds of magazines to choose from. Whether your interest is baking or diet, crafting or exercise, fashion or gossip there will be something to catch your eye. Once on the app just scroll down until you see the magazine section, download the magazine of your choice and then if you allow notifications the app will let you know when the magazine is due to return. 

Extras

Once you have downloaded your books scroll down the screen to find the extras page – here you will find access to thousands of music concerts and training courses from Universal Class and The Great Courses. Yes! All this available free with your library course. 

Concerts by Qello

With Libby you can stream the world's largest collection of on-demand full-length music performances, concert films, and music documentaries. Qello has been a great option for people who have missed their live music concerts over the past 18 months. Be sure to give it a try and look for your favourite artists and headline acts!

- 1000s of concert films and documentaries.

- new concerts added every week.

- streamed live concerts with major partners.

- available on all your streaming devices.

Universal Class 

Is there something you have always wanted to learn but not had the time, can’t find the right course, want a taster before you commit to a bigger programme? Universal class is a brilliant learning resources for a huge range of subjects. Did you know you can access all of this free with your library card? just log in via Libby or Overdrive and you can access: 

- 500+ online courses on just about anything ranging from cake decorating to accounting & bookkeeping

- Accredited CEUs for professional development.

- Self-paced, easy-to-use, 24/7 access – learn anything, anytime and anywhere.

- assessments for the serious student or a view only version for the casual learner.

- Supported languages: English.

The Great Courses 

Yes even more training and learning opportunities for you! This collection includes more than 250 courses, covering a broad range of subjects, such as science, mathematics, philosophy, history, literature, fine arts and music, travel, business, and personal development.

- Over 250 unique courses to capture your curiosity or help you to improve in areas you are passionate about.

- 3,000+ hours of carefully curated and commercial-free, entertaining and engaging content.

- Courses taught by brilliant, award-winning, and trusted experts in their fields.

- Twelve categories for all types of patrons with new content monthly.

- Guidebooks for each course to supplement course material.

Key points 

Remember, Libby is free with your Library card and easy to get started. Download the app and Learn more

Alternatively, Kindle Fire users can access Overdrive here

Got questions about Libby? Get your common, or not-so-common questions answered or get help with specific features to make the most of your in-app experience by visiting the Libby help section.

 

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

Library reopening May 2021

In line with government guidelines we are delighted to share with you news about the phased reopening of our libraries. The information below includes details of reopening up until 10th May 2021. Please note this is a phased reopening and we will post regular updates on social media, our web pages and blog regarding further opening up of our branches. 

  

Welcome back! We are looking forward to seeing you.

 

Week Beginning 3 May 2021

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

     

Brunton Hall: Mon – Fri 10 am - 12 pm  and  1 pm  - 4 pm 

(Providing face to face blue badge support from 17th May)     

      

John Muir House to reopen Mon -Thurs 9 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4.30 pm

                               and Fri  9 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4.pm 

     

John Gray Centre Museum and John Muir Birthplace to reopen from 3 May 2021 at the following times:

 

John Gray Centre Museum:

Wednesday to Friday open to the public 10 am, closed for lunch 1 - 2 pm, last appointment 4 pm. Closed to the public at 4:30 pm (Staff finish at 5 pm)

 

John Muir’s Birthplace Museum:

Wednesday to Saturday open to the public 10 am, last appointment 4:15 pm. Close at 5 pm

     

Local History Service:

To commence on an appointment basis on the same hours as the John Gray Centre with the exception of no public access on a Wednesday.  

   

   

   

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.

Welcome back to the East Lothian Libraries blog!

 

Hello! - We know it’s been a while. We’ve had a lot of big changes within the service, oh, and a global pandemic to deal with! All twelve of our branches closed in March 2020 for an undetermined length of time and it meant that many of our staff were redeployed to help out in other council areas. Several of us were asked to help call those that had been asked to shield by the government. We were tasked with making sure these people were accessing all of the help and support they needed and sometimes we were just being someone to talk to each week. It was an incredibly rewarding role and we are very proud of our team for being there for our most vulnerable people.

 

Over the past year, we have said goodbye to several staff members who are now enjoying retirement, although they left without the send-off that we would have liked! We’ve also welcomed some new members to the library family with a couple of babies being born during these bizarre times. We’re still to meet them properly but can’t wait until we can all get together again!

 

We began reopening branches in August. Starting with the four main libraries of Dunbar, Haddington, Musselburgh and North Berwick we allowed a limited number of people in to choose their books. Due to new guidelines, we would schedule them a 30 minute visit and although it was a very different way of working, it was nice to have our readers back! Over time, we had started to reopen more of our branches.

 

After Christmas we had to reduce our service again. With the new lockdown brought into force, we could no longer allow people in to the buildings. Once again we had to adjust to a new way of working. Adapting to new guidelines may have meant closing some libraries again but we are proud that we could still offer click and collect from four of our branches and maintain the home delivery service. Click and collect has proven to be very popular with our readers. They have the option of choosing particular books or we can choose something that we think they will enjoy. Many readers have commented that they’ve discovered new authors via this service and are just happy that we are able to offer something during this lockdown.

library volunteer delivering books -
wearing a mask to keep our customers safe. 

As we move forward through this year there will no doubt be more changes to come. We do hope we can start welcoming people back into our buildings soon, we really are looking forward to seeing our customers again. We will keep you updated via all the usual channels: Twitter, Facebook, Webpages and here on the blog!

 

We plan to post  here more regularly. We’ll bring you news from the libraries, any changes that we might have to make in the coming months and perhaps some entertainment along the way!