Whitfield Community Library

Whitfield Library and Learning Centre offers a range of services in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere to all the community. It is conveniently situated beside Whitfield Shopping Centre, Community Centre and Medical Centre, with free parking outside and disabled access. We welcome all ages.

Come and visit us and find out what our friendly and helpful staff have to offer you.

What you will find in Whitfield Library

In Whitfield library you will find books to suit all ages and tastes: from board books for babies, crime and horror books for those who like to be thrilled, romances for a little light reading and non-fiction books on a wide variety of subjects. If you don't find what you are looking for ask a member of staff about our request service.

In addition to books we have a selection of DVDs, audio books, Story sacks, Count Me In bags and daily newspapers and magazines.

Whitfield has seventeen computers for public use with free access to the internet and the online catalogue. Why not drop in to check your emails and look at the latest news or book your holiday online. (There is a small charge for printing after the first two free black and white printouts). Staff are always on hand to offer help when needed and deliver taster sessions for people who are a bit unsure.

What's On

For Adults - Whitfield's Reading Group meets every fourth Monday from 12 -1 pm. Although the group is small we are all keen readers and enjoy meeting for a friendly chat about the book we have just read, over a cup of tea and biscuits. We all have a say in choosing the books we read and are keen to try out new authors and titles. New members are very welcome.

Every Wednesday morning we have an Introduction to Computing class run by our volunteer tutor Ian. The class is held from 9.30 am -11.30 am with a break for coffee. If you feel you would like to learn about computers at your own pace with other complete beginners then speak to one of the library staff. Computers need not be terrifying any more. At the class you can learn how to email friends and family or search the internet. Library staff can also give you one-to-one taster sessions before you join the class or if the class is unsuitable for you.

Whitfield's Local History group meets on Thursday mornings from 9.30 am -12 noon. The group are very keen and are always looking for new members.

Whitfield's local councillor - Brian Gordon holds his weekly surgery on Saturday mornings from 12.20 pm - 12.50 pm (term time only).

Contact a member of staff for further details of any of these activities and to book a place.

For Children - Whitfield library is a busy place for children. As well as our selection of books there is free access to our computers for home work research or playing online games or music.

On Mondays after school, from 3.30 pm - 4.30 pm we run an after - school activity club, with games, stories , crafts and computer access.

During school holidays there are activities, competitions and the Summer Reading Scheme to take part in. Throughout the year we have colouring sheets and word searches to do.

You are never too young to join the library. Babies (0-2 years), mums, dads and grandparents can join in songs, stories and rhymes at our Bookstart Rhyme Time on Tuesday afternoons 2 - 2.45 pm. Children under 5 can also take part in the Bookstart Book Crawl. On Wednesday afternoons 2.15 pm to 2.45 pm we have storytimes for under 5's.

Storysacks
Storysacks are wonderful resources for young children to share and enjoy with a parent or carer. The contents of the sacks include story books and non-fiction books, with puppets, games and toys linked to the story.

Storysacks are issued to the adult who is responsible for ensuring the contents are carefully looked after.

Speak to a member of staff for further details.

In addition to the above regular events throughout the year we also have a number of special events such as author visits and medal ceremonies for children completing the Summer Reading Scheme.

We look forward to your visit.

How to Find Us

Whitfield Drive, Dundee, DD4 0DX
Tel: 01382 432561
Fax: 01382 432562
Email: whitfield.library@dundeecity.gov.uk
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