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Browse the online library

Download ebooks and audio books, Ancestry, newspapers and magazines, online music and films, plus Theory TestPro.

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Activities for children and young people

We have clubs for Bookbug, Dungeons & Dragons, Lego and so much more!

Summer Reading Challenge 2025

Step into the Story Garden for this year's Summer Reading Challenge! There's lots to get stuck into - join in the fun!

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Local and family history

Interested in your history? The John Gray Centre in Haddington has an extensive collection to help you discover your family tree.

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Children and young people

Bookbug
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Teens and young adults

Near Me video appointments - available at Dunbar and Tranent libraries

Near Me is a video consulting service that enables people to attend medical appointments from home or in a location that is convenient to them, and is now available in a private space at both Dunbar and Tranent libraries.

Near Me is a secure form of video consulting approved for use by the Scottish Government and NHS Scotland.

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Find a local job you love

Small enough to feel like you belong, and big enough to provide a variety of opportunities. Browse our current job vacancies.

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Telephone: 01620 827827

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