Libraries News

We host lots of different activities every month across our West Lothian Libraries. From Book Clubs to Craft Groups, there's something for everyone!

You can find your library through Your Library  and then click on the library you would like to visit. Each library has a list of all of their monthly activities, opening hours and contact details.

cloudLibrary app - No longer in use as of 31st May 2025

We are currently working on a new library app which will be made available to all West Lothian Library customers soon.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and look forward to bringing you a new app for all your library needs.

New memberships - Join the Library for free today! 

Always wanted to join the library? We have hundreds of physical and digital books you can browse and borrow for free when you join the library.

Details on how to become West Lothian library member can be found on our library membership webpage

Digital Library - West Lothian Libraries partnered with Borrowbox

The Digital collection is open 24/7, offering free downloads of e-books, e-Talking Books and e-Magazines, so why not have a look at what's available?

With 1000's to choose from, check out our great selection of e-Books, e-Talking/Audio books and e-Magazines, brought to you through West Lothian libraries - BorrowBox (opens new window).

You simply sign up with your library barcode (don't put any spaces between your library membership number/barcode) and PIN, create an account and start downloading to tablets, smart phones, laptops and PCs.

What's been happening in our libraries? 

Our libraries offer loads of different activities and services and we're proud to be a welcoming, safe, open space for all of our customers to use. 

We offer craft activities, book groups, reminiscence sessions, coffee mornings and so much more! Check out our quarterly news letters and see what we've been up to!

Library Newsletter July 2025 (opens new window)

Library Newsletter April 2025 (opens new window)

Library Newsletter January 2025 (opens new window)

Library Newsletter October 2024 (opens new window)

What's on with Borrowbox  - Free events available online with your favourite Authors!

Join in with the online library community with free events hosted by Borrowbox! 

You wont want to miss any opportunities to ask these best selling authors all of your questions about your favourite novels.

You can catch up on all historic Borrowbox events on their youtube channel here Borrowbox Youtube (opens new window)

Coming Up: 

A Morning with Kate Atkinson

Join your library community for an exclusive online event with Kate Atkinson on Tuesday 23rd September 2025 at 10am BST.

Discover the wit and brilliance of Kate Atkinson in this online event. Join the outstanding author of Life After Life and the Jackson Brodie series as she shares the story behind Death at the Sign of the Rook. 

Hosted by @BorrowBox - sign up to this FREE event here:

Borrowbox Kate Atkinson (opens new window)