Libraries
Our libraries are about more than books. Sure, we have shelves filled with everything from Billy Connolly’s biography to the latest Ian Rankin, Jenny Colgan and Val McDermid novels. But that’s only a small part of what we offer.
Our goal is to provide a place to relax, have fun and meet other people. We have an exciting programme of events and activities open to everyone. Not to forget free access PCS, the internet and Wi-Fi to help you get online. Find out more
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Join the Library
Become a member today and take advantage of all the great services our libraries provide.
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Events and activities
Find out what's on across Glasgow Life Libraries
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Download our libraries app
The easy way to join, reserve or borrow while on the move
"The library is a constant positive force in my life. It gives access to books and audiobooks I could not afford otherwise. It is a warm and welcoming place." (Anonymous)
Winter Reading Challenge 2024
Glasgow Life Libraries are challenging young book lovers to curl up with a good story this winter. Borrow and read any 3 books to complete the challenge, and receive a certificate and colour-in bookmarks!
Join the Challenge today
Welcome Places
This winter, Glasgow Libraries will again be offering Welcome Places in all library venues where visitors can escape the chill and enjoy a hot drink in good company.
Join usVision for Glasgow Life Libraries
The 2022 Refreshed Vision for Glasgow Libraries is based on community feedback about what people value most in library services.
Why Glasgow Life Libraries are awesome
Our libraries are vibrant community spaces that support learning, creativity, and connection for everyone!
"I’m 71 and have used local libraries since I was a child. Borrowing and reading books has brought me a huge amount of pleasure, and over the years I have seen libraries being much more of a community resource which is wonderful." (Anonymous)
The Mitchell Library
One of Europe's largest public libraries with research, family history, archive and business facilities.
Find out more about The Mitchell LibraryHow Glasgow Life Libraries can help you
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Work, money and learning support
View our vast range of free, paid for and funded courses available to adults and children.
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Health and wellbeing
Glasgow Life Libraries can help you to improve your health and wellbeing.
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Children and families
Children and families are at the heart of everything we do at Glasgow Life Libraries.
Online library
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Explore our online library
Search over one million books and media online
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Log in to your library account
Reserve and renew titles
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eReading
Discover our range of eBooks, eMagazines, eResources, audiobooks and more.
"I am dyslexic. The library staff have supported me using audio books and finding comic-type graphic novels and comics that I can read easily and enjoy. My love of reading and stories has come back and I have improved my confidence too." (Glasgow Life Libraries member)
Aye Write Book Club podcast
Bringing you a curated collection of fascinating conversations with a range of authors featured within the Aye Write 2023 Book Festival programme.
Listen to the podcastSign up to the Glasgow Life Libraries mailing list
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