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Thousands and thousands to choose from. From science fiction, autobiographies, drama, action and adventure to romance, mystery, horror, self-help and more. There’s sure to be something for everyone.
Use one to stay in touch with family, look for a job, book a holiday.... You can also learn how to use computers in Sheffield libraries and Wi-Fi will soon be available in all branches.
Hello! Good Food and New Scientist are proving particularly popular with Sheffield folk, but there are hundreds to choose from.
More than 20 different baby and toddler groups run across the libraries.
Councillor Sioned-Mair Richards, cabinet member for neighbourhoods at Sheffield City Council, said: “Baby groups were a godsend to me when my son was a baby and I needed places to go where I could have some adult conversation. Libraries are a great place to bring small children – or any children for that matter!”
Batman, Xmen and Manga are all part of the picture in the graphic novel collection.
Totley Library has a new cinema club. There are many more hidden gems at local branches so why not pop down and see what’s on offer?
More than 600 people like Jenny help run 15 of Sheffield’s 28 libraries. She is on the management committee at Stannington Library and said: “I’ve been involved right from the start. I thought I’d be behind a desk stamping books but it’s been much more than that.
“We want more volunteers to help us who can put their skills to good use in the community, as well as making a lot of friends at the same time.”
To find out about volunteering opportunities visit your local branch or contact Sheffield City Council’s volunteer coordinator on 0114 273 4254.
Loads of groups meet in libraries, including the new Sporting Memory groups which are aimed at older men. Darrel Porter, Volunteer Coordinator at Sheffield City Council, said: “It’s great to see them come together and talk about sport from bygone days, which they’re all really passionate about.”
More than 250 clubs already borrow books especially reserved for groups. Useful if you want free access to ten copies in more than 350 titles.
Our new business centre is based in Sheffield's Central Library. Find out about our free advice sessions which we run regularly to help get your business idea off the ground.
