The Supporters' of Cowes Library

16/09/2026

This Saturday from 2pm is the Cowes Library Junior Colouring Club, the poster has all dates of upcoming regular activities in 2026.

Please be aware that there are currently no toilet facilities available in the library.

15/09/2026

On Monday 21st September we will be celebrating International Day of Peace again at the library 🕊️

Today, Roz brought in these beautiful‘book-larks’, and some wonderful giraffe bookmarks for children to colour.

Next time you visit us, please help yourselves to some of this wonderful artwork- the book-larks are on the Supporters table by the teenage section.

14/09/2026

14/09/2026

World Knot Tying Day with Des Pawson
This Friday, 18th September from 3pm - 4.30pm
For ages 7+
Come to Cowes Library and join Des Pawson MBE, author of Knot Craft & Rope Mats, the Co-founder of the International Guild of Knot Tyers.
You will have the opportunity to learn about knots and have a go at making various knot-based items.

All children must be supervised by an adult throughout.
Please be aware that there are currently NO toilet facilities available in the library.

12/09/2026

Today’s poem is called ‘You Can’t Judge a Book’.

12/09/2026

High blood pressure often has no symptoms, and can affect anyone at any age, so knowing your numbers is an important step to looking after your health🩸​

This 'Know Your Numbers' week, take advantage of our blood pressure monitor loan scheme, available from libraries across the Island. ​

✅Check your blood pressure in the comfort of your home​
✅ Know your numbers and find out what to do if they’re on the higher side​
✅ Take charge of your health ​

It’s free, quick and easy for library members. Not a library member yet? Just bring along photo ID and sign up when you’re there🪪​

High blood pressure can lead to health complications such as heart attack or stroke, making it important to know your numbers.​

Advice on how to safely measure your blood pressure from Blood Pressure UK https://ow.ly/xwvX50ZKotO

🔗More information and a list of participating libraries: https://ow.ly/yjrF50ZL8Nm

🏥You can also visit your local pharmacy to ask about a free blood pressure check. ​

12/09/2026

Pick up a brochure in the library!

12/09/2026

Meet, connect, and share your journey with fellow parents in a welcoming, supportive space—join us throughout Sept-Oct. Find us on various dates, just drop-in!

15th Sept - East Cowes Library 12:00 - 13:30
29th Sept - Youth Trust 12:00-13:30
13th Oct - NetWork Ryde 10:30-12
27th Oct - Youth Trust 12:00 - 13:30

Connect Drop in Group

12/09/2026