The Old Library

01/06/2026

We held many successful events in May - including our Paddington-themed story time, our ever popular readers groups, and our children's craft event on 30th May. Look out for our upcoming June events!

30/05/2026

In need of some summer holiday reading recommendations for kids to keep them engaged? Here is a preview of some of our adventure books, as recommended by our volunteers:

Jo recommends:
'The Swifts' by Beth Lincoln
'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' by Ian Fleming
'The Good Thieves' By Katherine Rundell.

Rose also recommends: 'The Explorer' by Katherine Rundell.
"An exciting adventure story about a group of children whose plane crashes into the Amazon jungle. During their time trying to survive and escape, they find someone has been there before them!"

30/05/2026

It's today! 🎉

Children's Story Time is on this morning at The Old Library. We will be reading Paddington at the Zoo by Michael Bond, illustrated b y R.W.Alley, with fun songs and activities.

🕥 10:30am for a 10:45am start

🎟 Free, just turn up

👨‍👩‍👧 Ages 3–7, children must be accompanied by an adult

We can't wait to see you there! 🐻☂️

29/05/2026

27/05/2026

THIS SATURDAY!🐻☂️

Children's Story Time is back at The Old Library. We will be reading Paddington at the Zoo by Michael Bond, with illustrations by R.W. Alley . Plus songs and activities for ages 3–7.

🕥 10:30am for a 10:45am start (finishing around 11:30am)

🎟 Free — no ticket needed, just turn up

Tag a friend who'd love to bring their little one along! 👇

26/05/2026

Stuck for something to do this half-term?

We have a fantastic selection of activity books just waiting to be explored! From junk modelling and loom bands to drawing manga, making costumes, and cooking with the kids, there is something to spark every child's imagination.

Come in, browse the shelves, and take one home to enjoy! We would love to see what you make, so share your creations with us in the comments or tag us in your photos. 🎨🌟

24/05/2026

One week to go! 🎉

Next Saturday we're hosting Children's Story Time at The Old Library, with Paddington at the Zoo by Michael Bond with illustrations by R.W, Alley.

Bring the little ones along for stories, songs and activities , perfect for ages 3–7.

🕥 10:30am for 10:45am start

🆓 Free, no booking required

23/05/2026

☀️🌻 Today's the day!

Sun and Flowers Craft is on this morning at The Old Library from 10:30am to 12:30pm. Doors are open, the paint is out, and we're ready for a bright and busy morning.

We'll be making colourful paper flowers and cheerful smiling suns, just perfect for sticking on the fridge, putting in a window, or popping in the post to a loved one.

Bring your little ones aged 3–10, and an adult to come along too please!

It's completely free and there's no need to book , drop in whenever suits, stay for ten minutes or the full two hours, whatever works for you. New faces always welcome!

See you soon. 🎨

22/05/2026

What a beautiful May morning!

The sun is out, the flowers are blooming, and there's nowhere we'd rather be than right here in Skircoat Green.

We hope you're making the most of this glorious Bank Holiday weekend!

A little reminder that we are closed today and Monday, but you can support The Old Library any day of the week by becoming a Friend of the Library.

https://theoldlibraryskircoat.org.uk/about-us/join-us/become-friend-old-library

Have a wonderful sunny weekend from all of us!

20/05/2026

Happy World Bee Day! 🐝

Celebrate World Bee Day with our favourite children's books featuring our buzzy friends!