Making reading accessible & affordable
Pocket Libraries is a non-profit, tiny library concept with the aim of growing the reading culture in Nairobi.
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How membership works
We offer tiered membership options that allow members to take home books for 2 weeks. These tiers are categorised by age and the number of books that can be checked out simultaneously.
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3 month membership at 3,000Ksh
6 month membership at 5,000Ksh
Annual membership at 9,000Ksh
Deposit - 1,500Ksh (any tier)
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3 month membership at 4,500Ksh
6 month membership at 7,500Ksh
Annual membership at 13,000Ksh
Deposit - 2,000Ksh (any tier)
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3 month membership at 1,500Ksh
6 month membership at 2,500Ksh
Annual membership at 4,000Ksh
Deposit - 1,000Ksh (any tier)
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3 month membership at 1,500Ksh
6 month membership at 2,500Ksh
Annual membership at 4,000Ksh
Deposit - 500Ksh (Any tier)
Booking
Our full catalogue of books can be viewed here via Libib, and members can place a hold through it. Members will then have 2 weeks to return the books or pay a fine.
Pick up & returns
Book pick-ups and returns will be done via our physical space. Readers will also get the chance to browse our books and chat with our friendly(ish) librarians!
Free Reading for everyone!
Pocket Libraries is a community space for all book lovers. Anyone, members or not, can read for free at the library.
Free colouring & crafts for toddlers (and adults)
Along with reading, we have crafts available for toddlers. This includes colouring and board games!
We don’t mind if you check us out!
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