Grab-n-Go Libraries
Grab-n-Go Libraries are fully self-service pop-up libraries offering patrons a curated thematic physical and digital collection for loan. NLB opened its first Manga Library at City Square Mall in 2023, which closed in August 2023. Following its success, the Comics Library at Anchorpoint was opened in September 2023, incorporating the manga collection from the previous library and expanding it to include a wider range of graphic novels and comics in English and Mother Tongue languages.
The Grab-n-Go service is part of NLB’s ongoing efforts to leverage technology to enhance the experience for its patrons under its LAB25 (Libraries and Archives Blueprint 2025).
Comics Library at West Coast Community Centre (CC)
The Comics Library is an interim pop-up library located at West Coast Community Centre. Visitors can visit this library to browse and borrow a curated collection of comics via the NLB Mobile app. The Comics Library offers a diverse collection of comics, graphic novels, and manga in the three mother tongue languages and English, and a dedicated children's collection.
Visitors can also discover StoryGen, where patrons can put their own spin on classic stories using generative AI. StoryGen allows patrons to create personalised stories by customising narratives with a diverse range of inputs such as location, main characters and ending.
Please note that patrons will need to register their Passion Card (CAN)/EZ-Link via this link to enter the space. Registration will be approved by West Coast Community Centre staff within 3 working days and pre-registration is highly encouraged. Registration is free of charge. Can't wait 3 working days? Please approach West Coast Community Centre's front desk staff for immediate entry.
Comics Library at West Coast Community Centre (CC)
The Comics Library is an interim pop-up library located at West Coast Community Centre. Visitors can visit this library to browse and borrow a curated collection of comics via the NLB Mobile app. The Comics Library offers a diverse collection of comics, graphic novels, and manga in the three mother tongue languages and English, and a dedicated children's collection.
Visitors can also discover StoryGen, where patrons can put their own spin on classic stories using generative AI. StoryGen allows patrons to create personalised stories by customising narratives with a diverse range of inputs such as location, main characters and ending.
Please note that patrons will need to register their Passion Card (CAN)/EZ-Link via this link to enter the space. Registration will be approved by West Coast Community Centre staff within 3 working days and pre-registration is highly encouraged. Registration is free of charge. Can't wait 3 working days? Please approach West Coast Community Centre's front desk staff for immediate entry.