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Readers' Day - Get your Early Bird Ticket now!

This all-day event features internationally acclaimed authors and will bring readers and writers together for a day of inspiration, entertainment and lively discussion. The exciting line up this year includes brilliant headline authors: Christy Lefteri, Abir Mukherjee and Kit de Waal, plus a fascinating range of book-related sessions and author talks to choose from!

Saturday 16 November 9.45am to 4pm at County Hall, West Bridgford.

Early bird tickets booked on or before Friday 25 October £21 / £18conc. Prices on or after Saturday 26 October £23 / £20conc. 

Visit our website for the full programme and booking information: https://www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/libraries/readers-day-2019/

Image: From left to right, Christy Lefteri, Abir Mukherjee and Kit de Waal

Great Reads to Enjoy

This Black History Month we celebrate the achievements, culture and history of black people.

Enjoy classic fiction and contemporary works from some of the most acclaimed black authors and social commentators of the black experience.

You can browse and order books using our online catalogue.  Any of these books can be reserved at our libraries for a small fee.  

Lauren Wilkinson, American Spy | Malorie Blackman, Noughts & Crosses | Angie Thomas, The Hate U Give | Bernardine Evaristo, Girl, Woman, Other | Mike Gayle, The Man I Think I Know | Bernaine Evaristo, Mr Loverman | Dorothy Koomson, The Brighton Mermaid | Stephen Bourne, Black Poppies. 

Living with Teenagers: Help is at hand!

It's not just you! We all know that parenting teenagers can be a challenge at times, so life at home may sometimes be a little difficult.

In this fun and interactive five part course you will be introduced to skills and ideas to help rebuild your confidence in being a parent or carer and look at some of the common issues you may face. 

To fit in with your busy lives we are running sessions in the morning or the afternoon for you to choose from. 

• Morning sessions: 10am - 12pm at Strelley Road Library, Tuesday 5, 12, 19, 26 November and 3 December.
• Afternoon sessions: 2pm - 4pm at Bulwell Riverside Library, Tuesday 5, 12, 19, 26 November and 3 December.

This course is free, but eligibility criteria apply. For details and to book your place visit our online booking site.

Build your Computer Skills with us

Let's build your computer confidence in this fun and interactive six-week beginner’s course 'Community Learning: Computers and Programming.

If you’ve never seen or worked with programming languages before and always wanted to, then this course is for you! Basic experience of using computers and web browsers is required.

Create your own Website

Autism Friendly Family Fun

Getting out and about and doing activities can be more difficult for families with an autistic child. Our Autism Friendly Family Fun sessions are designed especially for children with Autism and their families. Relax and enjoy the library facilities and activities such as LEGO, crafts, puzzles and jigsaws.   The Dales Centre, first Saturday of the month, 10.30am - 12.30pm. Next dates will be 2 November & 7 December.  Strelley Road Library, last Saturday of the month, 10.30am - 12.30pm. Next dates will be 26 October & 30 November.

Upcoming Library Talks

Come along to our library talks and experience a range of entertaining talks and activities.  It’s a great place to meet new or old friends over a hot drink. This month's talks...

Guide Dogs Talk: Join Reverend Barbara Holbrook and hear her story about how getting guide dog Henry changed her life. Tuesday 10 November, 10.30am - 11.30am, Basford Library.

What did you do in the War Mum? Using previously recorded interviews, Mo Cooper talks about the opportunities and challenges for Nottingham women during WWII -  from "the most exciting job they had", to serving 5 million cups of tea at Newark Station! £2 a ticket, pay on the day. Thursday 7 November,  10.30am - 12.00pm, Clifton Library. 

Halloween Crafts for Children Aspley Library,  Wednesday 30 October, 10am - 11am Sherwood Library, Wednesday 30 October, 11am - 2pm Clifton Library, Thursday 31 October, 12pm - 2pm  The Meadows Library, Thursday 31 October, 1pm - 3pm Half Term LEGO Activities The Dales Centre, Wednesday 30 October, 11am - 1pm  The Meadows Library, Friday 25 October, 12pm - 2pm. No need to book, just turn up at the library ready to have some spooky fun!  🎃

New Non-Fiction Hitting our Shelves!

New books include Mark 'Billy' Billingham, The Hard Way | Bill Bryson, The Body: a guide for occupants | Lenny Henry, Who am I, again?  | Lorraine Kelly, Shine: Discover a Brighter you  | Ant Middleton, The Fear Bubble | Andrew Ridgeley, Wham! George & me | Nigel Slater, Greenfeast: Autumn, Winter | Louis Theroux, Gotta get Theroux this.

You can browse and order books using our online catalogue.  Any of these books can be reserved at our libraries for a small fee.  

Dates for the Diary

• Aspley Library Craft Fair: Saturday 9 November, 9.30am - 12pm. Support local traders and browse a variety of craft stalls including textiles, jewellery, cards, and ceramics. A great place for unique Christmas homemade gifts! There will also be refreshments for sale. For more information or to find out about being a stall holder (£5 per table) contact the library during opening hours on 0115 915 2802 or email [email protected].