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Libraries · 26 February 2026

Celebrate World Book Day at Liverpool’s libraries

From performance workshops and author appearances to storytelling sessions and crafts, a range of public events suitable for children up to 12-years-old will be held at various branch libraries across the city, alongside additional dedicated sessions for local primary school pupils.

Libraries · 15 December 2025

Liverpool’s libraries to be transformed through bold new strategy

Subject to approval from the Cabinet on Tuesday 16 December, the Liverpool Library Strategy 2026-2031 will strive to transform the city’s libraries into vibrant, inclusive, and digitally connected community hubs that respond to resident needs, support lifelong learning and wellbeing, and promote neighbourhood cohesion.

Lit lanterns hanging down

What's on · 5 December 2025

Christmas comes to County Road

From card writing and art workshops, to festive performances and community markets, there’s something for all the family this Christmas.

Education · 7 March 2025

Pilot encourages parents to have fun whilst reading to their children

As part of our World Book Day celebrations, Liverpool City Council has launched an exciting new project to help parents make Storytime even more engaging and enjoyable. “Tell Me a Story, Liverpool” is a unique pilot programme delivered in partnership with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and the Dollywood Foundation, an organisation founded by Dolly

Liverpool Central Library

Libraries · 3 March 2025

Printing and copying at Liverpool’s libraries

It will soon be easier than ever to print or copy at Liverpool’s libraries.  Liverpool City Council is introducing a new system called Princh, which will allow users to:  The system will be rolled out across Liverpool’s libraries next month. Keep an eye out for instructions both online and in libraries which will give simple,

A vibrant image shows a group of diverse people embracing each other, with smiles and laughter. In the centre is an older man with grey hair and a beard, joyfully interacting with others. The background is blurred, indicating an outdoor setting. To the right is a logo with colourful shapes and text that reads "ALL TOGETHER INSPIRED." Below the image is a tagline stating, "Working together to build a fairer, healthier Cheshire and Merseyside." A pink banner at the top left contains the phrase "Helpful information for stakeholders."

Uncategorized · 14 October 2024

Liverpool Welcomes Ground-breaking Black British Ballet Exhibition

A special exhibition and premiere showcasing the inspiring pioneers of Black British ballet is coming to Liverpool. The City’s Central Library is to host the exhibition, from 31st October to 30th November, which will be one of the showpiece events of Liverpool’s Black History Month celebrations. The groundbreaking exhibition is based on the research of

Civic · 27 April 2023

Royal seal of approval for historic library twinning

Liverpool’s Central Library has been formally twinned with Odesa Regional Scientific Library in an historic ceremony attended by His Majesty The King and The Queen Consort and the First Lady of Ukraine, Olena Zelenska.

Mayor Joanne Anderson and Guradas - presentation of India’s spiritual classics

Culture · 24 February 2023

“My Sweet Lord” – Celebrating George Harrison’s 80th Birthday

On the eve of what would have been “The Spiritual” Beatle’s 80th Birthday – Mayor of Liverpool, Joanne Anderson has been presented with copies of India’s spiritual classics. George Harrison’s, Hare Krishna friend, Gurudas, who met the Beatle in 1968 has gifted copies of the Srimad Bhagavatam and Bhagavad-Gita to the city’s Central Library, where

Chinese and British Exhibition

Culture · 19 January 2023

New exhibition explores British Chinese communities

A free display at Liverpool Central Library explores the history, culture, and heritage of British Chinese communities. Running until Friday 31 March, the exhibition draws on personal stories and moments of national significance and asks what it means to be Chinese and British. From the first recorded individuals arriving from China in the late 1600s

Shelves full of books

News · 7 July 2022

Chapter and Verse about Liverpool’s Libraries

Liverpool will be showcasing its libraries service to library professionals from across the UK at a major conference this week. Taking place on 7 and 8 July in the Exhibition Centre, it will be a wonderful opportunity for Liverpool’s libraries team to show off our amazing 19 locations and shout about the great service we

Liverpool · 23 September 2021

Royal honour for Liverpool library manager

A Liverpool library manager who has transformed the image of the service through organising gigs, events and festivals has been presented with the British Empire Medal (BEM) for her work.

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