Summer Opening Hours
From Monday 23 December 2019 to Sunday 12 January 2020 Kingston Libraries will be operating on Summer Opening Hours. Normal opening hours will resume at all Kingston Libraries from Monday 13 January 2020, except Dingley Village Library which is undergoing renovation works.
Below are the normal opening hours for Clarinda Library.
Opening Hours
Monday
10am-8pm
Tuesday
10am-8pm
Wednesday
1pm-8pm
Thursday
10am-6pm
Friday
10am-6pm
Saturday
10am-3pm
Sunday
2pm-5pm
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Location
Address and Contact Information
58 Viney St, Clarinda, 3169
Melways Ref: 78 J6
Phone: 1300 135 668
Clarinda Library is located in the Clarinda Community Centre. For more information on programs, classes, social groups and venue hire please see the Clarinda Community Centre page.
Parking
A large car park in front of the entrance to Clarinda Community Centre/Clarinda Library offers several parking spaces with no time limits. Access via Viney Street or Bourke Road.
Disabled Parking
Three disabled parking spaces are available to the right of the ramp entrance into Clarinda Community Centre/Clarinda Library.
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Library Facilities
Return Chutes
Returns can be made to Clarinda Library 24/7.
During Hours
Items returned to Clarinda Library during opening hours can be done using the internal returns chute located inside the library at the front facing corner of the loans desk.
After Hours
Items can be returned to Clarinda Library after hours using one of the external return chutes located to the left of the Clarinda Community Centre building entrance, around the corner in the wall facing the carpark.
Renewals
If you can't make it to any Kingston Libraries branch to return your items, and they are eligible for renewal, you can renew your items online by signing into your library card account on Kingston Libraries' online library catalogue, or by using the Kingston Libraries app which is available to download from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Alternatively, you can call the library on 1300 135 668 during hours and speak to a staff member to renew your items over the phone.
Computers
Clarinda Library has a total of 9 Windows PCs and 1 Apple iMac available* for public use with Internet access. Conditions of use apply.
*Number of available terminals can vary due to maintenance that is occasionally required.
Windows PCs
- 6 x 1 hour PCs
- 2 x 2 hour PCs
- 1 x 15 minute Express PCs
Please note: Our 15 minute Express PC is also a designated Accessibility PC fitted with accessibility equipment. Priority of use will be given to those who require it.
Book a Windows PC Online
Apple iMac
To book an iMac session, please check with the library for availability.
Printing and Photocopying
Printing and photocopying is available at Clarinda Library in A4 and A3, Black & White and Colour. Charges apply.
Scanning
Scanning is a free service available at Clarinda Library. Documents can be scanned to a USB device. Patrons who do not have their own USB can purchase one from the library for $6.
Portable Powerbanks
Portable Powerbanks are available to use within the library to charge your devices. Ask library staff at the loans desk to borrow one. You will need your library card.
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Regular Events at the Library
Clarinda Library has the following regular programmed events:
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Fridays at 10:30am
Sessions for 2018 have ended. 2019 sessions will start Friday 8 February. Suitable for children aged 2-5. Click here for more information on Storytime, including sessions at our other library branches.
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Every second Friday at 4pm
Sessions for 2018 have ended. 2019 sessions will start in March. Click here for more information on Minecraft Club, including sessions at our other library branches.
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The fourth Tuesday of each month at 2:30pm
Sessions for 2018 have ended. 2019 sessions will start Tuesday 26 February. Click here for more information on Tea & Technology Club, including sessions at our other library branches.
For information on events happening at all Kingston Libraries, please visit our What's On page.
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Public Holidays
All libraries will be closed for the following public holidays in 2019:
- New Year's DayTuesday 1 January
- Australia Day HolidayMonday 28 January
- Labour DayMonday 11 March
- Good FridayFriday 19 April
- Easter SaturdaySaturday 20 April
- Easter SundaySunday 21 April
- Easter MondayMonday 22 April
- ANZAC DayThursday 25 April
- Queen's BirthdayMonday 10 June
- Grand Final EveFriday 27 September
- Melbourne CupTuesday 5 November
- Christmas DayWednesday 25 December
- Boxing DayThursday 26 December
View 2019-2020 Summer Opening Hours.
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