There is good news for booklovers in the Foxford region with the opening of the beautiful new Foxford library today (Friday ).
The library, which is located on the corner of Lower Main Street, will be fully stocked with the latest books, DVDs and music CDs as well as internet computers for public use.
The facility comprises a children’s and adult lending area, a reference library, a local history section and a computer learning area. It also includes a seating area for studying, research and homework and an area for children’s activities such as story hours and workshops.
The library has a stock of over 10,000 books. The local history section contains books, journals, maps and tapes of every aspect of Foxford’s rich heritage. Other services include DVDs, audio books, music CDs and language courses and local newspapers. Three computers with access to the internet for the public are also available in the library.
Opening hours for Foxford Library are as follows: Tuesday: 12.00 - 5.00; Wednesday: 3.00 - 8.00; Thursday: Closed; Friday: 12.00 - 5.00; Saturday: 12.00 - 5.00.