Library

Kangasala Public library

  • Consists of a main library, 3 branch libraries and a mobile library (library bus)
  • Libraries are free and open to everyone
  • Library services are free of charge – only printing and copying are chargeable

In library you can

  • Spend time and meet your friends
  • Use computers and the Internet
  • Read books, newspapers and magazines
  • Listen to music
  • Visit our public events
  • Borrow books, magazines, music, movies and games

Internet connection

  • Using of the computers is free of charge
  • You can connect to the library’s free WiFi (Seutu Wireless) inside the library building

Library services in several languages

  • As a customer of the PIKI libraries, you can use e-books and e-audiobooks, e-magazines, video services, music services, and online courses free of charge. You will need a PIKI library card and a PIN code. Read more about e-resources
  • You can ask if there are books or other material in your own language
  • Ask staff for a library guide leaflet in your own language

Library card and borrowing

  • A library card is needed for borrowing books and other material
  • You must return the material within the loan period (14 or 28 days)
  • You have to pay late charges if you do not return your loans on time
  • To get your own library card you need to show an ID card with your picture on it and give your address
  • You need your library card number and a PIN code to borrow books at lending machines and to use e-books and other e-resources
  • Some library computers also require you to sign in with your card number and PIN code
  • Library card is personal, don’t let anyone else use your card – you are responsible for the material borrowed with the card