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08/09/2026

We have had a blast meeting all the new students at Colchester Institute - stop by our stall today, to sign up for an Essex Library card, and to have a look at all the exciting opportunities we have on offer for young people! 🫶

07/09/2026

Baby and Toddler Rhymetime is back at Colchester Library today - hooray! 😁

We'll be in the Children's Library at 10:15am and 11:15am on Mondays and Wednesdays to share some songs and laughter.

Suitable for ages 5 and under, no need to pre book, just come along and join our free session.

Just remember to pack your head, shoulders, knees and toes!

For more information, follow this link:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=366758

06/09/2026

New Exhibit Alert - 'When words become visible' 🎨

'When Words Become Visible' is a community exhibition that celebrates the connection between storytelling and artistic expression. This exhibition is not about artistic perfection or professional experience. It is about connection, imagination, and the stories that shape us. Alongside each artwork, the participants share a brief reflection about the words that inspired their piece and why they chose to express them visually. The artwork produced is from Level Best, St Fillan’s Care Centre, St John’s C of E Primary School, Loganberry Lodge Care Home, Clare Welton and Iris Lee. Come and explore this exhibition see what happens when stories leave the page.

There will also be a special reception, to celebrate all of our wonderful contributors on Wednesday September 9, from 3pm to 7pm. There will be light refreshments served, and fantastic discussions had! Free and open to all - see you there!

05/09/2026

Love reading? Join us and author Louise Millar for this fresh take on a book group, discussing and analysing stories and poems together.

As part of its programme for the National Year of Reading, the Royal Literacy Fund is facilitating reading groups in libraries across the country in the month of September.

The RLF’s “Reading Round” programme offers library-users an experience very different to conventional book clubs: there is no homework – group members gather to have a short story and a poem read to them, then put under the microscope through engaged discussion. Reading Round is suitable for literary aficionados and novices alike.

Groups are led by RLF Fellows – published authors of national acclaim. Colchester Library is lucky enough to have author Louise Millar running our sessions.

These sessions are free to attend but booking is required. Each session lasts 90 minutes, and will be held on Saturdays 12, 19, and 26 September at 11am.

Click here to book your place:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=356806

04/09/2026

Heading into town for Invasion Colchester? The library will have something for everyone - from children's superhero crafts and colouring, to our graphic novel comic book displays. We're also opening up our Cavendish Media Suite as a photobooth, so people with amazing costumes can take pictures using our greenscreen and lighting. The Gruffalo had some fun showing off his Superman costume!

Saturday will also be your last day to collect your SRC stickers and medals, so bring along your booklets!

We'll see you there, you super-readers! 🌠

For more info, follow this link:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=376082

03/09/2026

Its your last chance to Read to the Beat this Saturday at Colchester Library! There's still enough time to sign up and complete the challenge if you haven't already - we've plenty of thrilling books on our shelves just waiting to be opened. Once you finish, make sure to fill out a feedback form and tell us what you thought of the challenge - we have a special surprise planned with all of your wonderful comments ...🎹

02/09/2026

Seeking a calm place for your neurodivergent child to play?
From 7 September, Colchester Library will host a Neurodiverse Family 'Power Hour'.
This is dedicated time in the Imagination Centre every Monday morning specifically for neurodiverse children and their families to enjoy.
The area will be as calm and welcoming as possible.
There are 4 bookable slots for these sessions, for family units of up to 4. 😊
Follow this link to book: https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=365117

01/09/2026

Never written a story before, or not sure how to start? This Saturday, join this relaxed hour-long workshop for writers aged 7 to 11 that’s all about kick-starting ideas and growing your confidence. Whether you love writing or you’re new to it, you’ll have fun with creative writing games and hands-on activities.

This workshop is part of Colchester Library’s autumn creative writing programme for young writers. This series of workshops for writers aged 7 to 11 and 12 to 17 takes a fun, hands-on approach, led by creative writing tutor Daisy Jones.

Each session stands alone, so you can come to just one, or as many as you like. All materials are provided and no previous writing experience is required – just bring your imagination! All workshops are free, but places are limited and booking is essential.

Click here to book your place:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=372551

31/08/2026

Our much loved Baby and Toddler Rhymetimes will be back in Colchester Library from next week!

We'll be in the Children's Library at 10:15am and 11:15am on Mondays and Wednesdays to share some songs and laughter.

Suitable for ages 5 and under, no need to pre book, just come along and join our free session.

Just remember to pack your head, shoulders, knees and toes!

For more information, follow this link:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=366758

30/08/2026

The Katharine Project will have its first ever pop up at Wivenhoe Library on Tuesday 1 September 👑

Drop in from 2pm to 4pm for our free, interactive pop-up. Whether you’re a history buff, a theatre lover, or just popping in to change your books, stop by, say hello, and get a sneak peek of a project proudly made here in East Anglia.

For more details, follow this link:
https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=354815

Address

21 Trinity Square
Colchester
CO11JB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	1pm - 4pm

Telephone

+443456037628

Website

http://libraries.essex.gov.uk/, https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/events/location/colchester

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