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Endless fun programming everyone’s favourite little train!We have fun two sessions coming up during October half term. B...
24/10/2026

Endless fun programming everyone’s favourite little train!

We have fun two sessions coming up during October half term.

Book now to secure your place. Visit us in the library or follow the link: https://tinyurl.com/mr45a35s

Suitable for children aged 7-12.

We're looking forward to today's Boredom Busters session!We have lots of board games, cards, dominos and more, however y...
24/10/2026

We're looking forward to today's Boredom Busters session!

We have lots of board games, cards, dominos and more, however you are welcome to bring your own if you'd like.

It's free to attend with a recommended donation of £2 if you are able.

Refreshments will be provided.

We are looking forward to some fun and games at the library!

This year’s Page One sessions are inspired by the novels of Cressida Cowell. The sessions will be taking place on Wednes...
23/10/2026

This year’s Page One sessions are inspired by the novels of Cressida Cowell.

The sessions will be taking place on Wednesdays in November from 4.30-5.30pm.

Tickets are £4.40 per session, or £11 for all four. Discount can only be given when bought in the library.

Follow the link to book: https://tinyurl.com/47xvan7a

How do we know what's true about climate change? Explore these fiction and non-fiction titles to discover the science be...
22/10/2026

How do we know what's true about climate change? Explore these fiction and non-fiction titles to discover the science behind environmental issues, learn how to spot misinformation, and be inspired to take action for a greener future.

Browse your local library to pick up an inspiring read from their Green Libraries Week display, or find out how you can get involved here - https://tinyurl.com/y9ehnh84

Things you can access with your library card!PressReader provides thousands of the most-trusted publications from around...
22/10/2026

Things you can access with your library card!

PressReader provides thousands of the most-trusted publications from around the world, all-you-can-read digital newspapers, magazines and more

Visit our library and follow the link: https://www.pressreader.com/catalog

We are launching our new Tea & Tablets sessions very soon!Each session will have a different focus:- Online Safety.- Dai...
21/10/2026

We are launching our new Tea & Tablets sessions very soon!

Each session will have a different focus:
- Online Safety.
- Daily Tasks.
- Accessibility Features.
Using and Identifying AI.

Sessions can be booked individually online or block booked by speaking with a member of staff.

If you would like further details, please speak to a member of staff.

Good News Tuesday!This giant pumpkin was just certified as the largest ever grown at a recent British competition, weigh...
20/10/2026

Good News Tuesday!

This giant pumpkin was just certified as the largest ever grown at a recent British competition, weighing in at 2,856.8lbs (1,295.8kg)

Ian Paton, from Hampshire, says he spent 6 hours a day during the growing season tending the pumpkin. Ian has grown giant produce for 50 years alongside his brother Stuart.

Together, the two men broke the world record for a giant pumpkin just last year.

This year’s competition, however, was Ian’s first attempt at growing solo,

Following the competition the giant pumpkin will be used as cow feed.

We have lots of pumpkin related books if you'd like to read more: https://tinyurl.com/mr43s352



Photo credit: Ian Paton.

Wiggle Giggle Jump is back on Monday 2nd November 10.15-11am for ages 2-4 and costs just £4.40 per child! Places are lim...
19/10/2026

Wiggle Giggle Jump is back on Monday 2nd November 10.15-11am for ages 2-4 and costs just £4.40 per child!

Places are limited so book soon to avoid disappointment.

We are excited be leading an active session full of rhymes, ribbons, pom poms and more.

Join us for an action-packed session in the Children's Library.

Children must be accompanied by a parent/ carer.

Our penguin friends are continuing with their own self-care book group.This week they are reading Enchantment: reawakeni...
18/10/2026

Our penguin friends are continuing with their own self-care book group.

This week they are reading Enchantment: reawakening wonder in an exhausted age by Katherine May

Interested in starting a Book Group?

Visit your local library to find out more.

If you would like to read Enchantment: reawakening wonder in an exhausted age: https://tinyurl.com/3jzj9kbm

With the leaves on the trees starting to change now is the perfect time to celebrate autumn with ‘The Leaf Thief’, a won...
17/10/2026

With the leaves on the trees starting to change now is the perfect time to celebrate autumn with ‘The Leaf Thief’, a wonderful picture book by Alice Hemming and Nicola Slater (our My First Library Adventure featured author and illustrator).

Can squirrel and bird solve the mystery of who is stealing the beautiful leaves from their tree?

Reserve a copy today: https://tinyurl.com/mr3t73b8 or borrow the eBook on BorrowBox: https://tinyurl.com/5b4hn9p8

50 Reception children will win a personalised, signed book from Alice and Nicola. Don’t forget to bring their special My First Library Adventure bookmark (which came home from school) into the library to take part.

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The Forum, Marlowes
Hemel Hempstead
HP11DN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9:30am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

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+443001234049

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