Argyll & Bute

Overview

Bookbug in Argyll and Bute is co-ordinated by the Library Service.

Bookbug Pack Gifting

Bookbug Baby packs are gifted by Health Visitors.

Bookbug Toddler packs are gifted via the Health Visitor or MMR vaccination.

Bookbug Pirate packs are gifted via early years settings.

Libraries hold stocks of the baby and toddler packs for families who have missed out for any reason.  

Bookbug’s Library Challenge

Bookbug’s Library Challenge is run in all libraries across Argyll and Bute. Sign your child up for free today by visiting your local library, so that they can begin to collect their special stickers and certificates!

Bookbug Sessions

Bookbug Sessions are held in most mainland branch libraries. We have 16 trained Bookbug Sessions Leaders in Argyll and Bute and regular sessions take place in the following locations:

Oban
Dunoon
Helensburgh & Lomond
Bute
Islay & Jura
Lochgilphead
Tarbert
Campbeltown

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Fun First, a parent-run charity based in Helensburgh, also run very high quality Bookbug Sessions. Visit www.funfirst.org.uk for more information. 

Gaelic Bookbug Sessions

Gaelic Bookbug Sessions are currently being held in the Toy Library at The Undercroft at Glencruitten Church Centre. The session runs every Monday from 10am until 12pm. 

Please contact Linda Burgar for more information.   

Accessibility

For accessibility information, please contact your local Bookbug Coordinator or see your local authority website.

Local Contacts

Bookbug pack gifting:

Pauline Flynn, Reader Services Librarian 

Telephone: 01369 703214

Email:  Pauline.Flynn@argyll-bute.gov.uk

Bookbug sessions:

Linda Burgar, Resource Worker

Telephone: 01631 564908

Email:  Linda.burgar@argyll-bute.gov.uk

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