Wolverhampton Libraries

Join Bilston library’s Bostin’ Book Club for a discussion of Emma Purshouse’s novel ‘Dogged’ with the author herself!

Emma is a local poet and author and was Wolverhampton’s first poet laureate 2020-2022. ‘Dogged’ is a rich, complex, and engaging tale, centred on two women in their 70s and is set in Wolverhampton. Speak to staff at Bilston library if you would like to borrow a copy of her book in advance of the event.

Regular attendees of the book club as well as first-timers are welcome to come along to this free event. Refreshments will be available during the evening.

📅 Wednesday 17th June
⏰ 5.30pm – 6.30pm
📍 Bilston library

It's - shining a light on the Accessible Reading and the important role that alternative formats and accessible library services play in ensuring that all readers can find the book they want, in the format they need/choose.

Remember you can find audiobooks and large print books at all our branch libraries! Plus our BorrowBox app features FREE eAudio alongside accessibility features for eBooks such as easily adjustable text size!

Every hour, another person in the UK goes blind; and around 2 million people in the UK are living with sight loss, and estimates suggest that this number could double by 2050. HiVis fortnight gives libraries across the UK the opportunity to highlight services and support for those with a vision impairment.

BOOKING UP FAST: Wolverhampton Libraries are proud to present Kevin Harris with an illustrated presentation on the foundations of Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C. from 1877, as we near the club's 150th anniversary! 🐺

🗣️ The talk will include how the Molineux family came to the town, where the club played before moving to their grounds, who were the founding players and benefactors, and much more.

📅 Saturday 13th June
⏰ 11.00am - 1.00pm
📍 Central Library

Call (01902) 552025 or email [email protected] to book a space

🤸‍♀️ Our a new monthly story & craft session continues this weekend at our Wednesfield Library!

📗 Read, reflect, and craft with us 11.30am - 12.15pm this Saturday!

📅 Saturday 13th June
⏰ 11.30am - 12.15pm
📍 Wednesfield Library

Suitable for ages 5+. Please contact (01902) 556278 for further information!

It's Day today as part of the 💖

With Wolverhampton Libraries, there is so much to explore, from books and digital reading to events, activities, and free services.

Join us to discover what your library can offer you.

Tomorrow is day as part of the and we've got a smash of an activity for you at our Tettenhall Library.

🎾 Poetry Grand Slam with Jane Seabourne

Join us as we serve up a tennis inspired morning of poetry and craft that you are sure to love! Strawberries and cream NOT included!

📅 Thursday 4th June
⏰ 11.00am - 1.00pm
📍 Tettenhall Library

Contact (01902) 556308 for more details.

The Reading Agency is inviting libraries across the country to take part in Day tomorrow as part of the

With Wolverhampton Libraries, there is so much to explore, from books and digital reading to events, activities, and free services.

Join us on Thursday 4th June to discover what your library can offer you.

Midlands:

Join us for a fun FREE hands-on Lego STEM session!

Use a Lego Spike Prime kit to build a moving robot and then code it.

Sessions are suitable for ages 6+. Spaces are limited, so you must prebook. To book, call or email the libraries directly using the contact details below.

Tuesday 11 August 10am – 12pm, Whitmore Reans Library, 01902 556269, [email protected]

Tuesday 11 August 2pm – 4pm, Pendeford Library, 01902 556250, [email protected]

Thursday 13 August 10am – 12pm, Spring Vale Library, 01902 556284, [email protected]

Thursday 13 August 2pm – 4pm, Warstones Library, 01902 556275, [email protected]

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Two boys holding a Lego Spike Prime hopper robot and an i-Pad with some simple code on it. Bold white text reads ''Free Lego STEM Sessions', smaller text says 'Coming to a library near you! Book now FREE for August dates.' The RAF Museum logo is in the top right corner.