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.
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
Search the catalogue to find items in stock at Sandwell Public Libraries and Sandwell College Libraries.
- Search the catalogue
- Join the library
- Directory of Local Organisations - information about all kinds of organisations, groups, clubs and societies in Sandwell
Library members can register to:
- Renew your items on loan
- Reserve items in stock
- Use our online electronic resources - such as Britannica Online and Oxford Dictionary of National Biography
News and Events
All the latest news from the Library Service and details of some forthcoming events.
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
We offer Games Zones in our Learning Centres, Homework Clubs for study and our Toy Library allows you to borrow toys.
Help and Information
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
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
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
Sandwell Library & Information Service has gained the prestigious Chartermark Award, the UK Government's standard for excellence in customer service.