Woodlands Regional Library

Description

Woodlands Regional Library was officially opened on 28 April 2001 by Dr Tony Tan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Defence and MP, Sembawang GRC.

Occupying four storeys and part of a basement over a floor space of 11,100 square meters in the Woodlands Civic Centre, it is a one-stop information and reference centre for the northern sector of Singapore.

Unique Features

• Silver Infocomm Junction (SIJ)
  A collaboration between the National Library Board and the Infocomm Media Development Authority, the SIJ offers adults aged 50 and above an enriching space for affordable infocomm training and customized curriculum.
• Calm Down To The Library (CDTTL)

  Designed and equipped with sensory-friendly read and learn areas, this autism-friendly space aims to promote the inclusion of children with autism into the library space. Caregivers are encouraged to visit the space during low peak periods on Sundays to Thursdays, 6.00 pm – 8.00 pm. A primer kit can be downloaded here.

  Transition Card: This optional card (to be worn on a lanyard) is designed to help staff easily identify children with autism so assistance can be given if needed. You can also request for one at the library.

  Social Story: Caregivers can use this to explain to children what they might expect in the library.

  Communication Placards: A useful visual communication tool for some caregivers and children with autism.

• Booking Facilities
  Woodlands Regional Library has project rooms for public booking. For more details, please refer to the NLB Facilities Booking page here.

Storytelling Times:
Fridays, 7.30 pm – 8.00 pm (7 – 10 yrs)
Saturdays, 3.00 pm – 3.30 pm (4 - 6 yrs)
Every 2^nd & 4^th Sunday, 2.30 pm – 3.00 pm (4 - 8 yrs)
Every 1^st Saturday, 4.00 pm – 4.30 pm (4 - 8 yrs) (Mandarin)

For more info, click on library details

Children's Section

Calm Down To The Library

Magazine & Exhibition Area