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Gillingham Library picture journey
Before I go to the library
This is our entrance. There is an automatic door on your right to enter the library.
The library is open at these times:
Monday: 10am to 5pm
Tuesday: Midday to 6pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10am to 5pm
Friday: 10am to 5pm
Saturday: 10am to 1pm
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10am to 5pm
Tuesday: Midday to 6pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10am to 5pm
Friday: 10am to 5pm
Saturday: 10am to 1pm
Sunday: Closed
If I am nervous about going, I can talk to the library staff and ask questions first.
I can call 01747 822180
I can call 01747 822180
I can ask the library staff for a tour of the library.
When I visit the library
There are people who work at the library who I can talk to. I will know who they are by their badges.The library might be busy but I will be able to browse for books for as long as I want.
How I become a member of the library
When I get to the library, I will see a desk.I will talk to one of the library staff there about how to become a member of the library.
I will complete a form. I will write my name, address, date of birth, telephone number and email address and sign it.
I will show them identification. This can be a driving licence, bank statement or household bill.
The library staff will give me a library card and a PIN.
How I borrow books or DVDs
In the library there will be shelves of books and DVDs.
I can borrow a book or DVD and take it home with me.
I will have to pay to borrow a DVD.
I will have to pay to borrow a DVD.
If I want to borrow a book or DVD, I will talk to a member of the library staff.
The staff will show me how to borrow the books or DVD and tell me when I need to bring it back to the library.
The staff will show me how to borrow the books or DVD and tell me when I need to bring it back to the library.
How I use the computer or do some printing
The library will also have some computers which are free to use.I can use a computer for an hour-long session, but I can ask for more time if I need it.
I can also do any printing or photocopying I need to. This costs 10p per page.
When I have finished, I will leave the library through the automatic doors.