An eco-friendly vehicle is helping to spread the word about library services to children and families in East Dunbartonshire.
The Wee Green Library van is supporting innovative sessions being held in local communities.
You might have spotted the colourful electric vehicle, purchased using funding from the Scottish Government via the Scottish Library and Information Council, around East Dunbartonshire – particularly in the Twechar and Hillhead areas.
It regularly takes books to primary schools and community groups, supporting reading, music and participatory sessions. It also transports materials for craft workshops and classes, as well as costumes.
In addition – when not otherwise engaged – it supports the general work of local libraries, for example, moving books between branches to fulfil customer requests.
The project is a novel idea from East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture (EDLC) Trust.
Jim Neill, Chair of EDLC Trust, said,
The van is focused on children and families, and is helping to strengthen our local networks – working with schools and partners in community venues.
Using an electric vehicle also demonstrates our commitment to the environment and reducing our carbon footprint."
"It will boost our support for local activities – increasing the number of people and communities we can reach. The response has been great so far and we're looking forward to continuing to spread the word."
