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Reading’s new Central Library opens Thursday

  • New Location New Chapter
  • Invitation to come and explore the new venue
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Lift off for Reading loves reading challenge

  • Fun space-themed reading challenge for children and adults launches at Reading libraries Saturday 23 May
  • A host of other activities also on offer at libraries throughout the holiday season
LIbrary consultation resutls

Consultation Response on New Central Library and Civic Centre Redesign

  • Majority of respondents supported a new modern Central Library move to Civic Offices
  • New location could attract more people to use the library
Summer Reading Challenge 2023

Ready, Set, Read! Children invited to join this year’s sport-themed Summer Reading Challenge across Reading Libraries this summer

  • Summer Reading Challenge launching Saturday 8 July 2023
  • Children aged 4-11 encouraged to sign up to read at least 6 books over the summer
  • Free activities and events at a library near you
Civic Library Project

Residents invited to help us shape a new Reading Central Library and Civic Customer Reception

  • Consultation launches from June 26 and runs for four weeks
  • Events with targeted groups will be running alongside the survey
Reading Challenge 2023

Young volunteers needed to support Summer Reading Challenge 2023

  • Summer Reading Challenge 2023 launches on 8 July
  • Volunteers sought aged 14-18 who are enthusiastic about reading
  • Opportunity to develop new skills and work experience
Feb half-term

Fun-packed half-term in store for families this February

  • Free and low-cost events and creative activities across Reading during the February half-term
Chinese and British Exhibition flyer from the British Library

Explore British Chinese communities and culture with Reading Libraries this December

  • Library exhibition explores British Chinese communities and culture
  • A free Chinese Brush painting session is on offer at Reading Central Library on Saturday 3 December
  • Hear traditional Chinese stories and take part in Chinese crafts on Saturday 10 December