Central Bedfordshire Libraries - Message from Nora

 

Pick up your next read using Select and Collect

We are delighted to announce the start of our library Select and Collect service on Tuesday 11 August.  Libraries are not open for browsing yet but Select and Collect gives you the chance to read library books again. There are 2 ways you can choose your library books: Request a staff selected bundle of up to 10 fiction books of a genre you like, for example, crime or family saga. Children’s and Teen book bundles can also be requested. (Large print books and spoken word CDs can be included in bundles but not DVDs or magazines.) Bundles can be requested using our online form or by phoning your local library. Reserve individual fiction or non-fiction titles for free using Arena, our online library catalogue. To request your Select and Collect books online you will need your library card number and PIN.  Don’t know your PIN?  Don’t worry you can request one online. If you have registered for a library card number online then you will be able to select a maximum of 4 books.

How will Select and Collect work?

Step 1: Order your books online from home. (Or phone your local library if you cannot order online)

Step 2: Request a staff selected book bundle or reserve particular titles via our catalogue (There is no charge).

Step 3: Wait while your local library gets your books ready.

Step 4: You will get an e-mail or letter when your books are ready to collect.

Step 5: Go to your local library. You won’t be able to go in the library and may have to wait outside, so go prepared. Please do not visit if you feel unwell or are self-isolating.

Step 6: Collect your books from the library entrance. You will need to give staff your name and the last 4 digits of your library card number.

Step 7: Return any library books that you have been looking after whilst the library has been closed.  Please be aware that all books will be quarantined for 72 hours after they have been returned and will remain on your card during this time.

Step 8: Go home and enjoy your books!!

Biggleswade Library Select and Collect Opening Times

Telephone Number: 0300 300 8055

• Monday : Closed
• Tuesday: 10am to 2pm
• Wednesday: 10am to 2pm
• Thursday: Closed
• Friday: 10am to 2pm
• Saturday: 10am to 2pm

Please be aware that libraries may need to close at short notice due to staff shortages as staff will be working in locality based work bubbles.