Overview

The Libraries team work on bringing new and exciting projects to the local community.  

The Root Cause Project, funded by SLIC launched a year-long programme of events and activities focussing on climate change and continues to help transform the outdoor space at Thornliebank library for the local community. 

The Home Lending Service is now available to residents who are unable to get to the library whether due to short or longer-term mobility issues, illness or caring responsibilities. 

Every Child a Library Member (ECALM) programme offers a simple, consistent, and nationally branded approach to children’s library membership in Scotland’s public libraries. Simplified joining processes from birth ensures that every child in Scotland has access to the valuable learning resources available in public libraries.

SEPA– We have partnered with Environment to deliver a programme of events and activities for families and adults to help raise awareness of and encourage positive action for East Renfrewshire’s Clean Air campaign. Events will run between now and March 2025.

Memories Scotland Project is part of a Scotland-wide project, we are connecting heritage resources with reminiscence activities in Libraries.

Warm and Welcome Spaces: Free activities, Wifi, Public access computers, family games and events are available as part of Warm and Welcome Spaces:

Throughout the year Libraries will also showcase the many wonderful ways everyone can be inspired by and enjoy stories.