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Welcome to Idea Store

Easter Opening Hours

All Idea Stores and Libraries in Tower Hamlets will be open the following hours over the Easter weekend:

Friday 18 April - Closed

Saturday 19 April - Open 9am-5pm

Sunday 20 April - Closed

Monday 21 April - Closed

Normal opening hours will resume from Tuesday 22 April.

 

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Search the Catalogue, renew and reserve items

Log in to your Idea Store account and discover our range of books, ebooks, audiobooks, magazines and more. You can renew your books and reserve items for collection.

You can also renew items using our automated phone line 0333 370 4700. Press option 5 then option 1. Enter your card number without the D.

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Improvement Works at Idea Store Canary Wharf

Exciting changes are underway!

Over the next few months, we're creating a new and improved children's library, adding more study space and improving facilities at Idea Store Canary Wharf. 

Children and families

Looking for fun and engaging activities for your little ones? Check out our exciting lineup of events and resources that cater to the whole family.

From storytelling and arts and crafts to homework help and more, we've got something for everyone!

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Idea Store Learning

We have more than 900 courses to choose from. You can find something for everyone, including photography, languages, art & design, dance, ESOL, maths, fashion, and digital skills.

Our aim is to help you to achieve your full potential. Whatever your ambitions, we can work together to help you achieve it through our courses.

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eLibrary

With your Idea Store membership you can access thousands of eBooks, audiobooks, digital magazines and newspapers for FREE.

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Local History Library and Archives

East End history at your fingertips. Access our huge digital library, collections and free online resources.

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Join today!

Join the Idea Store to borrow books and reserve items online. You can also access our online resources, such as ebooks, audiobooks, and online newspapers and magazines.

Tablet Lending Service

Residents of Tower Hamlets who have no access to digital devices can borrow a tablet from Idea Store Whitechapel for up to 12 weeks. This will help them get online and improve their digital skills.

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