Libraries

Library Branches:

Council has five library branches located across the Council area. Please click on the Library Locations link to the right of your screen to find out more about the library closest to you. The library service aims to compliment the needs of the community with it's collections and services.  The collection is spread across all five library branches.  Members have access to the online library catalogue 24/7 which enables them to request items to be sent to the library branch nearest to them.  To access the online library catalogue, click on the jigsaw puzzle picture to the right.

Membership:

Membership is free. Intending members must show some form of identification showing their name, current address and signature. Children (under 18) require a parent or legal guardian to sign a registration form and show current identification that contains their guardian's name, current address and signature. Membership entitles you to borrow at all five libraries.

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View the Library e-newsletter here  

Materials available for loan:

  • Fiction and non-fiction books (also in large print)
  • Books, DVDs and CDs in languages other than English
  • Videos, DVDs, CDs and computer software
  • Magazines
  • Talking books
  • Books on tape (loan conditions apply)
  • Children's fiction and non-fiction books, includes items suitable from birth onwards
  • Books suitable for youth/teenagers, including graphic novels and comics
  • Sports Equipment
  • Language kits
  • Home energy self-audit kits
 Library event calendar

Materials for use in the library:

  • South Australian Newspapers
  • Reference materials (printed)
  • Local history collections (Enfield and Port Adelaide branches only)

Services:

  • Public computers with Internet access and Microsoft Office software (CD ROM, floppy disc and USB available)
  • Colour and black and white printing (charges apply)
  • Virtual library, including e-books for children and various online resources
  • Online library catalogue available 24/7 (introductory training sessions available)
  • Inter-library loans
  • Basic computer training
  • Basic Internet training
  • Community meeting rooms available for hire
  • Reference query referral service
  • Photocopier
  • Fax service
  • Confidential waste paper disposal service

Activities:

  • Book Clubs
  • Weekends at your Library
  • Pre-school Storytime
  • Kids' Club
  • School holiday activities
  • School classes and visits to the library
Related Links
Port Adelaide Enfield Public Library Service
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Port Adelaide Enfield Civic Centre
PO Box 110, 163 St Vincent Street, Port Adelaide 5015
Tel: 8405 6600 Fax: 8405 6666
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