Library and Information Service

 

Welcome to Sandwell Libraries' website, where you can find information about our services and events, renew your items on loan, search the library catalogue and much more.

Sandwell Library and Information Service

Use the links on the left or right, or listed below, to find the range of services available.

National Year of Reading 2008!

Sandwell Council and its partners are celebrating the National Year of Reading (NYR) - and want everyone to join in the fun.
Reading comes in many guises, be it books, emails, magazines or text messages - tell us how you encourage reading so we can share your ideas with others.

Online Resources

Online Catalogue and Electronic ResourcesSearch the catalogue to find items in stock at Sandwell Public Libraries and Sandwell College Libraries.

Library members can register to:

News and Events

National Year of Reading 2008

All the latest news from the Library Service and details of some forthcoming events.

Books and Reading

Books and Reading

A wide selection of books, and spoken-word audio on CD and cassette. We also have author events, storytelling cafes and reading groups.

Children's Services

Children's Services

We offer Games Zones in our Learning Centres, Homework Clubs for study and our Toy Library allows you to borrow toys.

Help and Information

Information Services

Our specialist staff will answer your enquiries, and we stock reference books, maps and directories as well as a wide selection of newspapers and magazines. Our online resources can provide access to a huge range of information.

Computers and Learning

Computers and Learning

Our Learning Centres provide free access to 250 computers, where you can search the Internet, check your email, or use our office software. We also offer computer courses from beginners to advanced.

Media Services

Media Services

As well as books, Sandwell Libraries provide DVDs and CDs which may be borrowed. These include the latest movies, chart music and a selection of children's DVDs.

Chartermark in Sandwell Libraries

Charter Mark

Sandwell Library & Information Service has gained the prestigious Chartermark Award, the UK Government's standard for excellence in customer service.