The Supporters' of Cowes Library

07/09/2026

Calling all true crime enthusiasts and crime fiction readers! 📚 Lord Louis Library has the perfect evening event for you to enjoy!

On Wednesday 23 September, between 6.30pm and 8.30pm, criminologist Sue Strickland-Lord is giving a talk on crime, law and deviance at Lord Louis Library in Newport.

With over 20 years’ experience as a college lecturer, a first-class degree in criminology and an MSc in criminal justice Sue is well qualified to help you explore the dark side of society.

Tickets are available now from Friends of Lord Louis Library for just £5 each (cash only) so pop in and grab yours before they’re all gone! 🎟️

More information about this and the many activities and services offered by Isle of Wight Libraries can be found at ➡️ https://ow.ly/FooS50ZJg7n

07/09/2026

Do you feel the chill in the air? It can only mean one thing...it's time to get Spooky! 🎃

This Halloween half term, join Natalie on both Tuesday 20th and Friday 23rd October at 3pm for some tales of things that go bump in the night!

(Don't worry, they're children's books so they won't be that scary!)

Children must be accompanied at all times and please remember there are currently no toilet facilities in the library.

06/09/2026

05/09/2026

Fresh Books! See what’s new in the library delivery this week for little readers and big readers alike!

04/09/2026

Folktastic Isle
We are very excited to have a fabulous exhibition coming to Lord Louis Library, Newport, next week (8-15 September)!

New Carnival present ‘Folktastic Isle’ an exhibition exploring the Isle of Wight's folk heritage, the art of the people. Among other exhibits see replicas of a roman hare brooch and the neolithic flint tribrach. No booking required - just pop in!

On Saturday 12 September there are two great activities for families:
11am 12pm -Storytelling workshop. Hear about unique island stories and legends, in an interactive workshop. Find out about a Roman River sprite and who is Brading Roman Villa's 'Gallus' character? What is the significance of a running hare? Create a mosaic. Suited to children aged 5-12 years, no unaccompanied children.

1-2pm - Magic Show based on the ghost ship HMS Eurydice; an eyewitness account! All welcome, suitable for all ages.

Both of these activities are free but please book here in advance: https://newcarnival.co.uk

The New Carnival Company

01/09/2026

As a reminder- don't miss this fantastic event!

Join us for an exclusive live online event with Matt Haig on the 7th of September! Don't miss the internationally bestselling author of The Midnight Library and Reasons to Stay Alive, as he talks books, ideas and his latest novel The Midnight Train, followed by a live audience Q&A. Use the link to register now https://bolinda.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OUgI2AxrTQS6bKP3vu04XQ #/registration

31/08/2026

On Tuesdays from 2pm is the all ages Tuesday Chess sessions, all ages are welcome to come and play and learn from others in a fun casual way. All children must be accompanied throughout.

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

30/08/2026

Sadly there will be no Rhymetime this week due to the bank holiday, but it will be back on next week as normal, 11am, Monday 7th September.

29/08/2026

Just a reminder that Cowes Library and all other Isle of Wight libraries will be closed on Monday 31st August, this will mean no Rhymetime this week in Cowes, but it will be back to normal the following week.

29/08/2026

Adam realised he had given us the previous poster of dates for children's activities, he says he blames being hungry so here is the correct updated posters with dates until the end of the year and if you want to get out of the rain you can pop in for a food related LEGO Club today. We think Adam might still be hungry