The new My Open Library service at Baldoyle Library was officially launched by the Mayor of Fingal, Cllr. Howard Mahony,. Offering extended opening hours, providing library access to members from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., 365 days per year.
Regular staffed hours on the normal schedule continue to ensure optimum delivery of the service, support for service users and community engagement. The staffed hours, combined with the extended My Open Library hours, allow library members to access the library at times that suit them, particularly for those who may not be able to access the library during regular staffed times.
Mayor of Fingal, Cllr. Howard Mahony, said: “I am delighted to launch the My Open Library service in Baldoyle. My Open Library will give members access to their local library outside normal opening hours. This initiative is a welcome addition to the essential services that Libraries provide to our local communities”.
AnnMarie Farrelly, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, said: “Providing dynamic and inclusive library spaces and services for the community is a key objective for Fingal County Council. I am very pleased we are continuing to develop the library service in Fingal with the launch of My Open Library in Baldoyle. This service will give more people greater access to the library at times that suit them.”
Betty Boardman, County Librarian, said: “Fingal Libraries already has a broad range of online services accessible from home at any time. With the introduction of My Open Library, we are expanding access to the physical library space in a way that is responsive to people’s busy lives regarding work and other commitments”.
The staffing levels at libraries providing the My Open Library service are not affected by the additional library opening hours. Fingal County Council recognises that the availability of experienced and committed library staff is key to the success of any library. The full, staffed service continues to be provided during the regular staffed hours.
The provision of the self-service activities during My Open Library hours at Baldoyle library include:
- borrowing and returning items,
- internet access on PCs and lending Tablets and with Wi-Fi on own device,
- printing, photocopying and scanning facilities,
- studying and reading spaces,
- community meeting facilities, and
- access to toilet facilities.
You can sign up to become a My Open Library member at Baldoyle Library during staffed hours to avail of the My Open Library service.
Baldoyle library staffed opening hours are: –
Monday 9.45am – 8.00pm
Tuesday 9.45am – 8.00pm
Wednesday 9.45am – 8.00pm
Thursday 9.45am – 8.00pm
Friday 9.45am – 5.00pm
Saturday 9.45am – 5.00pm
Contact details for Baldoyle Library are: : 01 890 6793 / E mail: [email protected]
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