Fareham & Portchester Libraries - Hampshire County Council

08/09/2026

Julian Barnes is an award-winning author of several books of stories, essays, and numerous novels, including the 2011 Man Booker Prize winning novel The Sense of an Ending.

He has also written non-fiction including Keeping an Eye Open: Essays on Art and The Man in the Red Coat. His recent book Departure(s) was published in January 2026. The book is about looking back, facing the future, and coming to the end of life.

07/09/2026

Another community jigsaw completed at Fareham Library and this has so much to catch the eye! The jigsaws always look so wonderful when finished, especially if there are no missing pieces!!
Now available for loan!

07/09/2026

Thank you to the children who coloured and wrote wonderful messages on their postcards for the Embracing Age summer postcard project here at Fareham Library.
The postcards are now on their way to their recipients, and I expect they will be thrilled!

https://www.embracingage.org.uk/uploads/4/6/0/4/46043761/summer_postcard_project__a4_.pdf

07/09/2026

⚔️🏺 Travel back to Ancient Rome! 🏺⚔️

Our new Roman Empire non-fiction display is now available to browse at Fareham Library.

From powerful emperors and epic battles to everyday life and archaeological discoveries, these books bring the ancient world to life.

Pop in and find your next historical read!

07/09/2026

Reserve a Ukulele kit today. 😄👍🎸🎵
Such a fun idea!

Have you always wanted to learn the ukulele, but would like to try one before buying your own? Hampshire Libraries now offer a free, four week loan of Ukulele Kits as part of a donation from the South East Ukulele Project.

👉 Reserve a kit today: https://hampshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/BIBENQ?ENTRY1_NAME=TI&ENTRY1=ukulele%20kit&ENTRY1_TYPE=K&ENTRY2_NAME=AU&ENTRY2=&ENTRY2_TYPE=K&NRECS=20&SORTS=HBT.SOVR

Each kit includes:

🔹 A ukulele
🔹 A protective carry case
🔹 A beginner's guide to playing the ukulele

Hampshire County Council

07/09/2026

🎶📚 There's more than one way to complete the Summer Reading Challenge!

Reading books is fantastic, but did you know that the activities on your Collector's Card count too?

Every activity completed helps you progress through the challenge, so if you're worried about reaching six books, don't be! There's still time to take part and become a Summer Reading Challenge finisher. 🏅

06/09/2026

Are you hungry for your next read?😋📚
Then we have the perfect display for you! 😂👍

06/09/2026

🧸 Looking to connect with other new parents in the local community? 🧸

Our New Parents Meet & Connect group takes place at Fareham Library every Thursday from 1.30pm to 2.30pm.

These free drop-in sessions are designed for parents and carers with newborn babies and children up to crawling age. It's a great opportunity to meet other local families, share experiences, build friendships, and enjoy quality time with your little one.

Join us in a friendly, informal, and safe environment for songs, play, plenty of chat, and more. 🥰🪇

Find out more about this and other children's activities at Fareham Library: 👉 www.hants.gov.uk/librariesandarchives/library/kids-zone/events

06/09/2026

Do you have a favourite fairy tale or fable?
Why not enjoy a magical tale to finish the ?
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And don't forget to join us next Saturday 12 September, for the finishers' party.
Great time to collect your medal and certificate, party starts at 2pm.