The Family Library is a long established service that reaches all ages and every corner of the Island - very much part of the social glue that holds our community together.

 

At the headquarters on Westmoreland Road young readers can borrow from large collections of books, CDs and DVDS as well as

taking part in wide-ranging activities and events that encourage expression and imagination that nurture an enquiring mind. We focus on learning by stealth and ensure that young people learn a little bit about life skills or discover hidden talents through a process of fun and creativity.

 

The library is one of the important bridges for young people, between school and home, where they can find out who they are and discover confidence, independence and understanding.

 

The Schools Service not only brings regular book exchanges to schools but also offers wide-ranging support material for teachers to use in their classes. These exchanges help teachers expand the scope of a topic and enrich the pupils' learning experience.

 

Class visits to the library create excitement for pupils as soon as they see the large collections of books, listen to stories and experience a taster of the creative work do throughout the week.

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The Mobile Library is for people in rural areas on the Island and for anyone (young and old) who is unable to get to their local library.