Borrow from the library

Access items locally, statewide, or online via our website

or the Libraries Tasmania app

New Release Express Service

Home Library Service

Find the information you want

Research and information resources locally and online

Family history resources and support

Need help? Ask us!

Computers and the internet

Free public access to our computers and Wi-Fi

Find out more about using our computers and Wi-Fi

Need help with technology? ask about our scheduled programs,

talk to us to organise support from one of our trained volunteers

Space to study, research or read

People of all ages and interests have access to flexible spaces to feel

welcome as an individual or for a group activity

Activities for preschool kids

Storytime Wednesdays 10:00 – 10.30 am

Rock and Rhyme Thursdays 10:00 – 10.30 am

Activities for school kids

Bookings via Eventbrite or call (03) 6165 5597

Regular sessions and school holiday activities including craft and more

Activities for young people

Free Wi-Fi and access to computer and study spaces, homework resources

Activities for adults

See our What’s On (PDF) newsletter and book via Eventbrite

Author Talks, Digital Skills, English Conversation Group, Film Club, Knitting Group

Help with reading, writing and maths

Talk to one of our Literacy Coordinators

Phone: (03) 6165 5591 or 0428 161 309 or ask when you visit

Learning

Learning support, accredited courses and informal courses available, work on what strengthens your chances of getting work and succeeding at study.  Call us on (03) 6165 5606 or ask when you next visit

Learner Licence Assistance Program

Do you need support to sit for a Car, Motorcycle or Heavy Rigid Learner Licence test?  This free program helps you learn the road rules and prepare for the test.  To make an appointment talk to a staff member or call us on (03) 6165 5597

Meeting rooms

The Hobart Library building has one meeting / training room for public use.  Availability is limited.  Please contact us on (03) 6165 5597or hobartlend.library@libraries.tas.gov.au for more details.

Volunteer with us

Help others to use computers and other technologies

Reading, writing and maths skills support for others

Library courier

Contact us for more information