Payneham Library

Payneham is one of the Swap libraries, which are a number of Eastern suburbs libraries that share one network. The Swap libraries are super handy for lazy people who want stuff really quick. Say for instance I suddenly decide I want to read ‘The Joy of Sex’, as soon as possible, and for free. I simply log onto the Swap network from home, find which library has a copy, and then request one, to be picked up from the branch closest to me! Hows that for convenience?
Swap also have lovely children’s areas in each of the branches, and school holiday programs with lots of free activities like craft sessions and story times. There is a great rewards program for kids to see how many books they can read over the holidays too. The Payneham library is right next to the Payneham pool, and has a playground right out front to chuck the kids on once you’ve got them their stack of books. Payneham library also has a hall next door where they have numerous functions, some of which we’ve actually attended. The Doll House Enthusiast Exhibition for example: you might hear this and think: how disturbing. We hear this and think: opportunity.