Scarborough and Inglewood libraries have made the most of the good weather and set up outdoor reading areas, complete with free Wi-Fi, free downloadable eBooks and eAudio, games for children and a range of books and magazines.
Scarborough branch librarian Priya Lawton said the aim of the project was to foster a strong community spirit.
“The library is not just about getting books but about building a community hub where people can gather,” she said.
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