“I came into the library to use the Databank; it’s a great scheme which gifts data sims and vouchers so people can access the internet. I got talking to the volunteer on shift, who I knew from our course together. They had been volunteering for about 8 months and highly recommended it.
They let me know how to sign up as a volunteer and after my checks and induction training, I am now a Databank Volunteer myself. Help like this being available in the community, in a way which is easy to access is really important and I’m proud to be a part of it – I tell everyone I meet now about all the services and support available in their local library!”
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Dundee poets are being invited to apply for a £600 commission!
To mark the 75th anniversary of the Festival of Britain, the National Poetry Library will go on tour with A Poet in Every Port, a national project celebrating poetry in coastal communities across the UK including Dundee.
As part of this visit, Dundee Book Festival will commission a new poem celebrating the same creativity and innovation the Festival of Britain offered.
Read more and find out how to apply at the link in our bio.
We’re excited to announce that Comic Club is back at Arthurstone Library!
It’s free, runs fortnightly, and everyone’s welcome.
Come along and be part of the fun—we’d love to see you there!
#nationalyearofreading
📚 Dundee Book Festival returns 19-21 June 2026!
25 events, national voices and local writers, and family fun with most tickets just £5.
Tickets are on sale now!
Check out the full programme and book your tickets at dundeebookfestival.com, link in our bio.
#DundeeBookFestival #CelebrateOurCity
“I came into the library to find out about IT courses. I had started college during lockdown, and it was all online. I didn’t find it easy and left the course early. The library matched me up with an IT volunteer and helped me to sign up for a basic IT course. He was a retired Community Learning Tutor and he was very patient and kind. I worked my way through the course. This worked much better for me than remote learning as I could ask questions and get help in real time. With my library card I was able to do the course for free and sign in both at the library and at home to work my way though the topics. Once I finished my course I wanted to stay on but wasn’t sure how to do this. We talked about volunteering and I thought this was a good way forward. I was buddied up with another volunteer until I felt ok doing it on my own. I enjoy helping out at the IT drop in and being part of the team.”
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Tea, Coffee and Crochet at Creative Central.
Adults welcome - from beginners to experts and everyone in between.
No need to book—just stop by!
🧶Crochet Group
📅Thursday 14th & 28th May
⏰11:00–12:00
📍Creative Central
Join us on an adventure with Bookbug as he goes on his Big Quest at the Marryat Hall on Thursday 21st May at 10am. It's for 0-4 years and free. Songs, rhymes and lots of fun!
#dundee #ScottishBookTrust #BookbugWeek2026
“I worked for the library service previously as a causal staff member, during my studies. Once I moved on to full time work elsewhere, I returned as a volunteer. It is a great way to keep in touch with the team and be involved in a way that works for me. I really enjoyed my time at the library, and I am happy I can still support activities and spend time there. It is a really rewarding role and makes the best use of my talents. People are always surprised to find out that the library offers free music tuition and has a musical instrument library where you can take them out on loan.”
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BOOKBUG WEEK is coming! Celebrate Bookbug's Big Quest with Dundee Libraries at our GINORMOUS Bookbug session at the Marryat Hall on
Thursday 21st May at 10am, for ages 0-4.
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Nicola Sturgeon, Sue Black and Beano headline the Dundee Book Festival's return!
The festival runs from 19 to 21 June 2026, with 25 events and most tickets priced at £5, reflecting a commitment to accessible, high quality events.
Find out more at the link in our bio.
“I recently retired and had been spending time in my local community centre, where the library is based. It’s a great wee hub and there are lots of activities and groups to keep me busy, including a book club.
I saw the poster about volunteering and asked the staff who showed me how to apply. It was quick and easy to complete the application, and I received training and support to welcome me into the role and organisation.
I am really happy to be a part of the team. I was here when this building first opened as a youngster, so it feels lovely to be supporting activities there in my community, now I have more time. My skills and experience are put to good use helping others. It feels good to be useful.”
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Walk This May! 👣
The perfect opportunity to explore the great outdoors, improve fitness, and connect with others in a healthy, enjoyable way. Central Library has lots of walking guides, heritage trail maps, OS maps and information on local walking groups
Check out the National Walking Month website at the link in our bio for information and activities.
