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<h1>Watch our new library film</h1>
<h2>Learn, Grow, Connect, Thrive</h2>
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<p>Merton Libraries are for everyone. There is so much to see and do in our libraries, they are a colourful hive of activity, buzzing with people of all ages and backgrounds. Each day is different, but what stays the same is what they offer.</p>
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<p>Libraries are not only a gateway to knowledge and culture, but they create opportunities for learning, literacy and creativity. Our Libraries offer people resources they often do not have in their own home - endless books, free activities and events, technology and ways to support their health and well-being. We hope this short film shares with you just some of what our libraries can offer you, or even someone you know.</p>
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<p>Everyone in this film is a real-life service user. Come and see for yourself how amazing our libraries are, sign up for a library card today and discover our libraries for yourself!</p>

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<p>Merton libraries offer a variety of electronic resources which are available on computers or any device with Internet access.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>All our resources are available from the libraries and from home except Ancestry UK and Access to Research which can only be accessed via a library computer.&nbsp;You will need your library card number and PIN to access any of these resources.</p>
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<p>If you are not yet a member you can&nbsp;<a href="https://libraries.merton.gov.uk/user/register">join online</a> now.</p>
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<p>Merton Heritage and Local Studies Centre tells the story of Merton and its people through a changing programme of exhibitions and events. The centre also offers educational services for local schools and adult learners as well as access to a wide range of local history resources.</p>

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<h3>251/112024 Christmas and New Year opening times</h3>
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<p>Please see below Merton Libraries and Heritage Centre opening hours during the Christmas period.</p>
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<p>Monday 23 December - normal opening times<br />Tuesday 24 December - ibraries close at 5pm<br />Wednesday 25 December - all libraries closed<br />Thursday 26 December - all libraries closed<br />Friday 27 December - normal opening times<br />Saturday 28 December - normal opening times<br />Sunday 29 December - all libraries closed<br />Monday 30 December - normal opening times<br />Tuesday 31 December - libraries close at 5pm<br />Wednesday 1 January - all libraries closed<br />Thursday 2 January - normal opening times</p>
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<h3><strong>01/03/2024 Merton libraries app update</strong></h3>
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<p>Our library app is back! We apologise for any inconvenience caused during the period it was unavailable, owing to factors outside our control. Thank you for your patience during this time.<br />If you still have the app installed, you should be able to log in using your card number and PIN. If for any reason this doesn't work, you may have to uninstall and reinstall the app.&nbsp;</p>
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<div dir="auto"><strong>08/11/2023 Extended opening hours at Mitcham library</strong></div>
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<p>Mitcham library will be piloting new door access technology that will eventually enable the library to open for even longer hours.</p>
<p>As part of the pilot, from Monday 11 November, we will be trialling some alternative hours. Customers will be required to enter the building using their library card or library app and PIN Mondays to Fridays from 9-9.30am.</p>
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<h3><strong>27/10/2023 New website</strong></h3>
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<p>We're pleased to announce the launch of our new website. For any queries related to the new website, please visit our <a href="https://libraries.merton.gov.uk/digital-content/libraries/about-us/website-faqs" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Website FAQs page</a>.</p>
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<h3><strong>27/10/2023 E-Newsletter</strong></h3>
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<p>Joining the Merton Libraries email newsletter is a great and easy way to get updates about your library and heritage services - sent directly to your mailbox.</p>
<p><a href="https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKLBM/signup/18797">Sign up to our newsletter</a></p>

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<h1>Extended Opening Hours</h1>
<p>Mitcham Library has been piloting new door access technology to enable the library to open for longer hours.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>From Monday 27 November the new library opening hours for Mitcham Library will be:&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Mondays to Fridays 8am &ndash; 8pm<br />Saturdays 8am &ndash; 5pm&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Customers will be required to enter the building using their library card or Merton Libraries app and PIN number&nbsp;</p>
<p><br />Monday to Saturday between 8.00am &ndash; 9.30am and<br />Monday to Friday between 7pm - 8pm.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Following the successful implementation of the Libraries Plus door access technology at Raynes Park, Colliers Wood, Pollards Hill&nbsp;and West Barnes libraries, we are pleased to announce that we will be further extending opening hours and also aligning the Library Plus hours at all of these sites.</p>
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<p>From 23 January 2023, these sites will be changing their opening hours to:</p>
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<p>Monday - 8am-8pm&nbsp;</p>
<p>Tuesday - 8am-8pm&nbsp;</p>
<p>Wednesday - Closed</p>
<p>Thursday - 8am-8pm&nbsp;</p>
<p>Friday - 8am-8pm&nbsp;</p>
<p>Saturday - 8am-5pm&nbsp;</p>
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<p><strong>Customers will be required to enter the buildings using their library card or Merton Libraries app and PIN number during the following opening hours:</strong></p>
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<p>Monday - 8am-1pm and 7-8pm</p>
<p>Tuesday - 8am-1pm and 7-8pm</p>
<p>Wednesday - closed</p>
<p>Thursday - 8am-1pm and 7-8pm</p>
<p>Friday - 8am-1pm and 7-8pm</p>
<p>Saturday - 8am-9.30am</p>
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<p>Becoming a library member&nbsp;is free and quick to do. Go to our website to join online or visit your local library.</p>
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<p>We have produced a video that&nbsp;shows you how Libraries Plus works. You can watch the video on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTZx7dOLr0s" target="_blank" rel="noopener">YouTube channel.</a></p>
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<h1>Join, Borrow and Renew</h1>
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<h2>How to join the Library</h2>
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<p>Not a library member? To join, please complete these online form <a href="https://libraries.merton.gov.uk/user/register">User Registration | Merton Libraries</a>&nbsp;</p>
<p>Please fill in all the sections marked with an asterisk. Once registered you will receive a confirmation email which you must acknowledge.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>
<p>Please make a note of your unique joiner's code. You need to bring the code and some formal identification such as a bank card, passport, utility bill or bank statement to your local library in order to collect your library card.</p>
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<h2><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">What can I borrow?</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></h2>
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<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 44.8px;"><strong>Number of items you can borrow</strong></td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 44.8px;"><strong>Loan Period</strong></td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">Books</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 20</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">3 weeks</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">free</td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">Talking Books</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 4</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">3 weeks</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">See fees and charges leaflet</td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">Language Course</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 2</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">3 weeks</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">See fees and charges leaflet</td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">Language Course</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 2</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">12 weeks</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">See fees and charges leaflet</td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">DVDs</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 4</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">2 nights</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">See fees and charges leaflet</td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">DVD boxset</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 4</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">3 weeks</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">See fees and charges leaflet</td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">eBooks on Libby</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 8</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">3 weeks</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">free</td>
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<td style="width: 19.5596%; height: 22.4px;">eAudio on BorrowBox</td>
<td style="width: 24.2539%; height: 22.4px;">up to 6</td>
<td style="width: 15.9606%; height: 22.4px;">3 weeks</td>
<td style="width: 40.2145%; height: 22.4px;">free</td>
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<h2>Merton School Premium Card</h2>
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<p>Children and young people with a Merton School Premium Card can borrow up to 5 books. No overdue charges apply to these cards.</p>
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<h2><br />Fees and charges&nbsp;</h2>
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<p>Please see our <a href="https://libraries.merton.gov.uk/digital-content/libraries/about-us/fees-and-charges" target="_blank" rel="noopener">fees and charges for 2024/25</a>. &nbsp;You will find information about our loan, reservation and overdue charges among other things.</p>
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<h2><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Renewing items</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></h2>
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<p><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">There are 4 ways you can renew your items:</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">In person -&nbsp;&nbsp;at  any&nbsp;</span><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Merton library.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">By telephone&nbsp;- please have your library card at hand as well as the books you&rsquo;d like to renew.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}"> Call the renewal line on 0333 370 4700 followed by 3 and then 7.&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">On the website - through '<a href="https://libraries.merton.gov.uk/user/login">My Account</a>' </span><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">If you have forgotten your PIN&nbsp; number you can request one by clicking on &lsquo;My Account&rsquo;.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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<p><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="auto">Through Merton Libraries app &ndash; download&nbsp;our&nbsp;</span><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">library app</span></span><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">&nbsp;on <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.solus.LLC.MertonLibraries&amp;gl=US">Google Play</a> or <a href="https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/merton-libraries/id1479845360">App Store</a></span></p>
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<p><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">You can renew items&nbsp;</span><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">up to a </span><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">maximum of 10 times.</span></span><span xml:lang="EN-GB" data-contrast="none">&nbsp;If an item is reserved you will not be able to renew it.</span><span data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}">&nbsp;</span></p>
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