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Public Lift
Currently the public lift in Central Library is out of order. Parts have been ordered for a repair and should be with us beginning of January. Whilst the lift is out of order, staff will assist as much as possible if members of the public require access to specific stock on other floors of the building. We apologise for the inconvenience caused.

Regular activities for children and young people

Monday
6 to 7 pm, Chatterbooks book group for 8 to 11 year olds, first Monday of the month, term-time only. Email ChildrensLibrary@edinburgh.gov.uk to join.

Saturday
10.30am to 12 noon, Children’s Art Club – for ages 5 to 11. Families welcome.
Sessions run monthly during term-time. They are advertised in the library and via social media.
Book free tickets via Ticket Source (www.ticketsource.co.uk/edinburgh-central-library).

11 to 11.30am, Storytime for 3 to 5 year olds, drop-in, no booking required.

3 to 4pm, Lego Club for 6 to 11-year-olds in the Craft Room, drop-in. Places are limited to 8 children – please arrive early to avoid disappointment. Children under 8 will need their parent or carer to stay in the Children’s Library for the duration of the Lego club. Younger siblings can play with our Duplo set in the back room.

Bookbug sessions

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Regular events and activities for adults

Wednesday
1 to 2pm, Book Café, third Wednesday of the month, in the Boardroom. Please check Ticket Source (www.ticketsource.co.uk/edinburgh-central-library) for details and to book a place. Read along with this month's choice, then join in the discussion. Tea, coffee and biscuits are on offer.
Please note, Book Café is a women-only event with inclusivity as per the principles of founders, the Glasgow Women's Library.

2pm, Knit and Natter on the mezzanine, free, drop-in.

Thursday
2 to 3.30pm, Family history - getting started sessions, last Thursday of the month in the George Washington Browne Room. Find out about the free library resources which can help you start tracing your family tree. Places must be booked in advance by emailing informationdigital@edinburgh.gov.uk

Saturday
1 to 2pm, Music on the Mezzanine, a regular programme of live concerts at Saturday lunchtime.
These events are advertised online at www.ticketsource.co.uk/edinburgh-central-library
Book your free ticket online or contact the Music Library by phone on 0131 242 8050.

Book groups

Monday
6 to 7pm, Found in Translation monthly book group for adults, reading fiction translated into English. Meets on the first Monday of the month. Places are limited, currently with a waiting list in place. For further information, please get in touch via email.

Tuesday
6pm, Teen Book Group (ages 12 to 16 years), fortnightly. Please get in touch via email for more information.

Friday
2 to 3pm, Central Library Book Group meets on the first Friday of each month in the Boardroom. Places are limited, currently with a waiting list in place. For further information, and to join the waiting list please ask at the Central Lending Enquiry Desk or email CentralLibrary.Lending@edinburgh.gov.uk

Macmillan Cancer Support

Read about the Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Service.

Address

George IV Bridge

Postcode

EH1 1EG

Telephone

0131 242 8000

Email

libraries@edinburgh.gov.uk

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Opening hours

Monday: 10am – 8pm
Tuesday: 10am – 8pm
Wednesday: 10am – 8pm
Thursday: 10am – 5pm
Friday: 10am – 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 5pm

Services

Visiting Central Library, you can
- browse and borrow books
- return your books
- pick up free period products
- use a study space
- use a computer
- use the photocopier
- collect hearing aid batteries
- apply for a National Entitlement Card (bus pass).

Dog friendly day

Read about bringing your dog with you when you visit Central Library on Thursdays.

Art and Design Library

Find out about the services, collections and activities in the Art and Design Library

Central Children's Library

Find out about the services, collections and activities in the Children's Library

Central Lending Library

Find out about the services, collections and activities in the Lending Library

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

Find out about the services, collections and activities in the Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

Music Library

Find out about the services, collections and activities in the Music Library

Reference Library

Find out about the services, collections and activities in the Reference Library

Facilities

Public toilets are available.
There is an accessible toilet in the Children's Library.

Bus routes

Lothian 9, 23, 27

Room hire in Central Library

Hire a room at Central Library for your meeting or training course