U3A Redcliffe has three libraries, the Community Library, Language Library and Dewey Catalogue Library
Community Library
Situated in the exit corridor, books are donated to the Community Library, mainly fiction and some non-fiction.
This is a borrow and return library. Books by popular authors and books in very good condition will be stamped ‘Please return to U3A Redcliffe Library‘. This will help to keep the very good donated books circulating through the membership.
Please only borrow two books at a time and return them before borrowing another two. Donated and returned books are to be placed into the box beside the shelving.
This is a very popular library, so thanks to all who use it and look after it.
Language Library
This library is situated in the corridor adjacent to the main library. This library supports languages that are taught at U3A, plus others that are not. Books are borrowed and returned directly to the shelves. No card or front office is involved. All members are welcome to use this library.
Dewey Catalogue Library
This library is the main library at U3A Redcliffe. Resources have been catalogued using the Dewey system. The library is open from 8:30 am until 4:00 pm every week day for borrowing and browsing. Resources here have been donated by members and they support classes and personal development.
Borrowing System for Dewey Catalogue Library
Please write your name, membership number and date borrowed on the borrowing card held within the book. The card is taken to the front office, where volunteers will assist in completing the borrowing card, which is then left at the office. Returned books are to be left at the office.
Book Donations for the Dewey Catalogue Library
Donated books are accepted by the Librarian through consultation. Books accepted will be those that:
- support present classes
- are up-to-date and in good condition, and
- fill a gap in the Dewey system used in the library.
If you wish to make a donation, please leave a message for the Librarian through the front office and she will contact you.
Display Books
U3A Redcliffe has two non-fiction display areas. These display shelves are changed fortnightly. The aim of these displays is to showcase our excellent resources from the Dewey Catalogue Library. These books can be borrowed in the same manner as for the Dewey Catalogue Library: filling in the borrowing card and leaving it at the front office.
Jigsaw Puzzle Community Library
Between the entry doors of the two Margaret Ball classrooms, you will find our Jigsaw Puzzle Community Library. It works on the basis of “bring one, take one”.
Please do not bring in lots of jigsaws from home, as we do not have the room for storage.
DVDs
Some excellent Language DVDs have been donated to the Library and have been shelved in the DVD section. They are for borrowing through the card system.
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