During the month of May, Southern Downs Regional Council are running an amnesty and donation drive to benefit the Salvation Army. There will be no fees incurred on any overdue items returned to the library, no matter how late or how many books may be overdue. To have the fees waived, items returned must be accompanied by the donation of warm items of clothing or bedding.  All donated items must be new and in the original packaging or with the price tag attached. Warm items such as socks, mittens, beanies, scarves, jumpers, shawls, flannelette pyjamas, and blankets are ideal.

The amnesty will also apply to existing late fees already accrued, but not to lost item charges or items returned damaged. All library members who donate will receive five points on their Library or Art Gallery loyalty card. In June, the items will be passed on to the Salvation Army for distribution throughout the region.

The Library Service’s Winter Warmers amnesty and donation drive will be held between May 1 to May 31.

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