Harlow Library

Harlow Library Welcome to the official page of Harlow’s libraries. Here you will find updates about our events and information about the services we offer.

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Want to improve your English, make friends, and read imaginative stories?Introducing Speak, Read, Chat - taking place ev...
03/06/2026

Want to improve your English, make friends, and read imaginative stories?

Introducing Speak, Read, Chat - taking place every Friday, 10am - 11am, in Harlow Library, and beginning 5th of June.

Each session will be 30 minutes of reading in English in a group (with other learning activities) and 30 for chat over tea and coffee. Interesting stories will be chosen to read over a few weeks.

Sign up here, telling us your first language: https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/search?c=2&l=109&q=speak%2C+read%2C+chat+for+English+learners

This group is free. Although it is for adults, you are welcome to bring your children.

4 films about Mad Ambition, played this month at Screentime Film Club. Find out what we'll be watching here: https://li...
02/06/2026

4 films about Mad Ambition, played this month at Screentime Film Club.

Find out what we'll be watching here: https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/series?sn=Film

Each week brings something completely different - worldwide classics, cult favourites, and captivating oddities. Picked, mixed and played in full in the ACL Classrooms, Harlow Library. No booking is needed - just join us for interesting talk over tea and coffee.

Looking to discover your next favourite read? Our Young Adult section is packed with a variety of great books, from fant...
01/06/2026

Looking to discover your next favourite read? Our Young Adult section is packed with a variety of great books, from fantastical romances to thrilling teen mysteries.

Prefer graphic novels or non-fiction? We’ve got you covered.

Come revise for exams, hang out, and find books you won’t want to put down at Harlow Library.

Enjoy reading but want to try something different?Have you thought about joining a book group?Harlow BookTalk group are ...
27/05/2026

Enjoy reading but want to try something different?
Have you thought about joining a book group?

Harlow BookTalk group are a relaxed, friendly group. 📖 ❤️
Who meet on the first Tuesday of the month 2:30-4pm at Harlow Library.
Next meeting: 2nd June. Where the group will be discussing 'There Are Rivers In The Sea' by Elif Shafak and picking up their next book, 'The Boy From The Sea2 By Garrett Carr.

At Old Harlow, our Daisy Chain book club works a little differently. No set times, no big gatherings, just a relaxed dro...
26/05/2026

At Old Harlow, our Daisy Chain book club works a little differently. No set times, no big gatherings, just a relaxed drop-in setup. Chat with our staff at the desk, and they’ll pick you a book from our curated selection based on what you might enjoy.

When you’ve finished, bring it back and have a friendly catch‑up about what you thought with the staff. It’s a simple and personal way to discover new reads.

Calling all young builders! Our LEGO in Libraries sessions are back! This isn't just play – your child will use LEGO® E...
23/05/2026

Calling all young builders! Our LEGO in Libraries sessions are back!

This isn't just play – your child will use LEGO® Education kits and Chromebooks to build, code, and learn.

Join us at Harlow Library for our free upcoming LEGO in Libraries sessions.

Booking is essential! If we’re full, you can join our waiting list.

Next session: Wednesday 27th May, 11:00am – 12:00

Location: Harlow Central Library, CM20 1HA

It’s time to announce Harlow Library’s ‘Book of the Month’! "It Happened On The Lake"Top notch thriller that's riveting ...
22/05/2026

It’s time to announce Harlow Library’s ‘Book of the Month’!
"It Happened On The Lake"
Top notch thriller that's riveting from start to finish.

20 years ago, Harper's grandmother died suspiciously while in her care. The same night, Harper's boyfriend disappeared and his body was never found. Now Harper's inherited her grandmother's house and is back in town to sell it. Her return has stirred everything up again and the whole town thinks she has something to hide. They're right, but uncovering the truth is only the beginning....

It’s coming up to the fourth Saturday of the month, which means it’s Great Parndon Library’s turn to host their craft ev...
21/05/2026

It’s coming up to the fourth Saturday of the month, which means it’s Great Parndon Library’s turn to host their craft event!

Craft materials will be set out on the table from 10:00am to 16:00pm. Simply drop in, take a seat, and start crafting.

🍃 Tye Green Library hosts on the second Saturday of every month.

🌲 Great Parndon Library hosts on the fourth Saturday.

It’s a great weekend activity for all ages!

Looking for something to do this May Half Term? As Zog is coming to Harlow Playhouse in June, we have partnered with Har...
20/05/2026

Looking for something to do this May Half Term?

As Zog is coming to Harlow Playhouse in June, we have partnered with Harlow Library to host a colouring competition to win a Zog Plushie!

To take part, go into Harlow Library this half term and let them express their creativity!

Will your little artist create the most roar-some design?

Don’t miss your chance to join the fun before Zog flies into Harlow Playhouse this June!

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We were pleased to host the Essex Shared Lives pop‑up desk in Harlow Library this week, offering information and support...
20/05/2026

We were pleased to host the Essex Shared Lives pop‑up desk in Harlow Library this week, offering information and support for anyone interested in becoming a Shared Lives carer or finding out more about the service.

Shared Lives supports adults with additional support needs to build confidence and develop life skills by living with a host person or family. If you missed them this time, don’t worry, they’ll be back for more drop‑ins throughout the year.

Visit us to discover how Shared Lives is making a difference in our community.

We were pleased to host the Essex Shared Lives pop‑up desk in Harlow Library this week, offering information and support for anyone interested in becoming a Shared Lives carer or finding out more about the service.

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Harlow Library, The High
Harlow
CM201HA

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Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

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