Welcome to Leeds Libraries newsletter
Welcome to a special edition of our newsletter, we're really excited to share some news with you about our recent funding from Arts Council England. You can find out more in the press release or keep reading to find out more.
Exciting transformations at Leeds Central Library
Leeds Libraries has received a funding boost of more than £500K to transform Leeds Central Library.
We've been successful in securing more than £250,000 from Arts Council England, which will be supplemented by £300,000 from the council to improve spaces at Leeds Central Library.
Our Central Library, which first opened its doors back in 1884, will see major improvements to the city's music and lending libraries. The redesign is due to be completed early next year and will be in keeping with the rich history and heritage of our well loved spaces.
 As part of the transformations, you'll be able to...
Practise and perform in the newly improved music library
The funding will upgrade the existing music library to provide access to recording equipment, software and instruments for aspiring musicians to practise and perform in a dedicated performance space.
Once complete the music library will become a go-to music venue in the city, allowing people to experience recitals, take part in music lessons, record their own demo and even find out how to take their first steps towards working in the music business.
 Read and relax in the children's and lending library rooms
The funding will also be used to refurbish the current children's and lending library rooms, providing updated, attractive and inviting spaces where people can read, socialise, study and relax in the city centre.
Additional free-to-use computers and digital devices will also be made available to improve digital access and inclusion through our #Digital121 programme.
Take a look at an impression of what the rooms will look like below!
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Coming soon: Ask for a Book
We're also thrilled to share the news that we've received funding to lead a national pilot project Ask for a Book. Ask for a Book will provide a tailored online book recommendation service. Customers will be able to collect books recommended for them from their local library.
More information about Ask for a Book to follow soon!
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