Free coffee mornings 'hugely important', says Douglas City Library

Librarian Jan McCartney believes it will encourage people to be social during winter 

Douglas City Library says free coffee mornings are 'hugely important' for residents on the Island. 

The library has started it's 'Winter Warmer' scheme to encourage people to be social and to combat loneliness during what can be a difficult time of the year. 

It's running every Friday from 9am to 12 noon, and those visiting will receive a free hot drink and biscuit - as well as access to the library's books, games and IT suite. 

Jan McCartney, the city librarian, says she'd love to see more people visiting the library and using its free services.

Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper has been speaking to her:

The library is also taking part in Brew Monday an alternative to Blue Monday (19 January) which is widely seen as the most depressing day of the year. 

People visiting the facility at anytime during the day will receive a free hot drink. 

You can listen to the full interview here: