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Reading Libraries to host Aida the Storytime Drag Queen in July
- Interactive storytelling aims to promote diversity and acceptance.
- The free Story Hour sessions will be on offer on 25 and 26 July.
Council reveals £20 million bid to revitalise Hexagon and Central Library
- Council to submit £20 million bid for Government ‘Levelling Up’ funding
- Opportunity to revitalise and breathe new life into Reading's cultural and learning offer
- Proposals to transform the Hexagon and build a new Central Library
Young volunteers needed to support Summer Reading Challenge
- Volunteers sought between 14 and 18 who are enthusiastic about reading.
- Opportunity to develop new skills and work experience.
- Summer Reading Challenge 2022 launches on 9 July.
New booklet celebrates the history of Reading’s Maiwand Lion
- Fascinating insight into Reading’s most famous monument
- Available from Reading Libraries now
Rediscover events and activities at Reading Libraries this October
- Rediscover free family events and activities at Reading Libraries this October.
- A lively calendar includes performance, arts & crafts, treasure hunts, author readings and workshops.
Rediscover Reading Libraries
- All seven library branches in Reading open
- Browsing and study within the library now available
Residents invited to help us shape library services in Reading
- Reading Library Service Consultation Launches today, Monday 9 August
- Residents can take part online and in person
- Consultation event at Central Library on Tuesday 24 August
Next Step in the Return of Reading’s Libraries
- Opening hours extended by a further 48 hours per week across 6 libraries.
- Browsing returns at most library branches
Children Invited to Join ‘Wild World Heroes’ at Reading Libraries this Summer
- Reading’s Summer Reading Challenge available from this week
- Environmental-themed challenge chosen for 2021
- Children aged 4-11 encouraged to sign up to read at least 6 books over the summer
All Reading Libraries Reopen as Palmer Park Library Returns this Week
- Palmer Library is now due to reopen this Wednesday 19 May, initially for 3 hours per week, from 1-4 pm
- From Wednesday all Reading Libraries will have returned
- The service is working hard to reopen fully as soon as possible
Southcote Library Reopens Next Week
- Southcote Library is now due to reopen next Tuesday, initially for 3 hours per week, from 1-4 pm
- Palmer Park Library to reopen later in May
Whitley Library Reopens this Week
- Whitley Library in south Reading is now due to reopen this Thursday, initially for 3 hours per week, from 1-4 pm
- Further branches to reopen at Southcote and Palmer Park in May.