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Our Mobile Library is at Cambridge Pride today! Why not stop by and say hello?Image shows two members of staff standing ...
13/06/2026

Our Mobile Library is at Cambridge Pride today! Why not stop by and say hello?

Image shows two members of staff standing outside the Mobile Library at Pride.

12/06/2026

(15-21 June) is just around the corner! https://refugeeweek.org

Cambridgeshire Libraries and Cambridgeshire County Council both have Sanctuary status and we’re proud to play a role in welcoming people into our communities.

To mark the occasion, why not join us at Wisbech Library on Tuesday 16 June (7-9pm) for a free screening of this year's Refugee Week films? This will be a chance to come together, learn, and reflect on the experiences of people seeking safety. Stay afterwards for an open conversation and light refreshments.

Book your free place on Eventbrite or just come along: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/film-screening-tickets-1991156913930

On Saturday 20 June (2-3pm), you can come along to Cambourne Library for an event with author Manish Chauhan. He will introduce his novel, Belgrave Road, a love story and powerful portrait of the lived realities of immigrants in Britain.

Tickets £3; book at the library or by contacting [email protected].

Lastly, you can also join us at Cambridge Central Library on Saturday 20 June, when we’ll be hosting a Refugee Week Community Fair (11am-3pm). You can come along to meet a range of local organisations and find out what makes Cambridge a place of welcome. There will also be drop-in activities including crafts, board games, embroidery, a very special storytime and more.

Free and all welcome. For more details and to register your interest, visit our Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/refugee-week-community-fair-at-cambridge-central-library-tickets-1990180031047

Image shows some of the artwork for Refugee Week 2026, depicting the word "Courage" in large stylised orange letters

The popular health kiosk has moved from Central Library Cambridge to Arbury Court Library!You can use the health kiosk t...
11/06/2026

The popular health kiosk has moved from Central Library Cambridge to Arbury Court Library!
You can use the health kiosk to:
- Check your blood pressure, heart rate, body mass index (BMI) and body fat
- Get tips on risk factors and learn how to make changes for better health
Why not set some goals for a healthier summer? Visit regularly and track your progress!
You can also find a health kiosk at Huntingdon Library. Stop by and take the first step toward better health today.
Healthy You Cambridgeshire How Are You Cambridge
[Image shows a woman using the health kiosk in the library with Healthy You logo and Arbury Court Library logo at the corners of the image.]

Families, come and join in a free sparkly rainbow workshop at Cambridge Central Library on Saturday 13 June, 3-4pm, in E...
11/06/2026

Families, come and join in a free sparkly rainbow workshop at Cambridge Central Library on Saturday 13 June, 3-4pm, in EverySpace on the 3rd floor.

Rainbows became a symbol of hope during the pandemic, and this is also an opportunity for gentle conversation sharing lockdown memories and thoughts about the ways that time changed us.

Book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lockdown-memories-a-workshop-for-families-tickets-1990181317896, or just come along on the day.

This Saturday is also the last chance to visit the fascinating Pandemic Artefacts exhibition on the 3rd floor, outside the Cambridgeshire Collection.

[Image: sparkly rainbow colours]

09/06/2026

This week is (8-14 June).

It's an annual campaign to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid carers face and recognize the contribution they make to families and communities.

To find helpful information for carers in Cambridgeshire, please visit https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/adults/looking-after-someone

If you are a carer or a young carer in need of advice and support, get in touch with Caring Together Charity or visit www.caringtogether.org/contact-us/

Image shows the logo for Carers Week, showing a blue semi-circle.

Did you know blood pressure monitors are now available to borrow from your local library? It's free - you just need you...
09/06/2026

Did you know blood pressure monitors are now available to borrow from your local library? It's free - you just need your library card. Stop by your local library today and ask about our blood pressure monitor library loan scheme https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/residents/libraries-leisure-culture/libraries/advice-and-support/libraries-and-wellbeing/blood-pressure-monitor-loan-scheme

Don't forget to explore our collection of printed books and eBooks/eAudiobooks on on topics related to blood pressure, heart health, cholesterol, stress management, general exercise and healthy eating https://cambridgeshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRN/OPAC/HOME

The image shows a small portable blood pressure monitor and cuff on a yellow display top with a 'blood pressure monitor library loan scheme' poster and 'your blood pressure diary' booklet behind the blood pressure monitor.

Drop by on Wednesday 10 June from 3-5pm to learn about Cambridgeshire Libraries' options for accessible reading, as w...
07/06/2026

Drop by on Wednesday 10 June from 3-5pm to learn about Cambridgeshire Libraries' options for accessible reading, as well as accessibility with technology! The event is free. All are welcome!

fortnight offers libraries across the UK an opportunity to highlight services and support for those with vision impairment. Explore our online catalogue to view Cambridgeshire County Library's Visual and Print Impairment resources https://cambridgeshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRNGEN/OPAC/ACCESSIBLELIB?HOMEPRMS=UD_ACCESSIBLEPARAMS

The image shows large yellow font HiVis against a dark background with orange, yellow, purple hexagon shapes. The left bottom corner of the image shows small yellow font displaying I readingsight.org.uk. The right bottom corner of the image shows the words HiVis against a background of colourful circles and the words 1 - 14 June 2026.

05/06/2026

Due to a network connection outage, there is currently no computer use, no Wifi, and no printing at Arbury Court Library. We are working on a solution, and apologise for any inconvenience caused. Nearest open libraries today are Milton Road Library (open 3pm-6pm) and Central Library, open until 6pm.

Address

7 Lion Yard
Cambridge
CB23QD

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 7pm
Thursday 9:30am - 6pm
Friday 9:30am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 2pm

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+443450455225

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