Letchworth Library

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Stories That Stand Out with Herts Big Read This month’s Herts Big Read celebrates unforgettable stories — the books that...
01/06/2026

Stories That Stand Out with Herts Big Read

This month’s Herts Big Read celebrates unforgettable stories — the books that stay with you long after the final page.

From powerful literary voices to gripping page-turners and thought-provoking reads, this selection showcases stories that shine, surprise, and make a lasting impact.

📚 Get Involved
Visit your local library to browse our displays and discover some fantastic staff-recommended reads
Prefer digital? You can join in from anywhere with our eLibrary.

Books featured:
Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult
The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuong
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood
This Much is True by Miriam Margolyes
Piranesi by Susanna Clarke
Coming Home by Freddie Flintoff

At Letchworth Library, we love to fill our calendar with events we think you'll enjoy... but this month, we've really ou...
01/06/2026

At Letchworth Library, we love to fill our calendar with events we think you'll enjoy... but this month, we've really outdone ourselves! 🤩

June has arrived and is jam-packed with incredible activities for all ages! We have:
⭐ TWO author visits, with Jasper Fforde and Joshua Seigal offering FREE talks in the library (kindly sponsored by Letchworth Festival)
⭐ A super exciting comic art workshop from artist Mike Collins (Doctor Who, Marvel, DC) in collaboration with Letchworth Comic Con
⭐ A Virtual Reality drop-in day - experience a brand new world!
⭐ Ozobots - Draw paths and create code for Ozobots
.. to name a few!

And all of this is in addition to all our regular sessions, like Baby Rhyme Time, Storytime, Lego Club, Pic N Mix, and Create & Chat. There's definitely something for everyone this June 💫

🎟 Some events require booking - don't miss out! Visit https://tinyurl.com/39ae3nb2 to browse all our upcoming events and secure your place, or book in person in the library. Book early to avoid disappointment!

Monday 1 June to Sunday 7 June is Libraries Week! To celebrate the National Year of Reading this year’s theme is Librari...
01/06/2026

Monday 1 June to Sunday 7 June is Libraries Week! To celebrate the National Year of Reading this year’s theme is Libraries Change Lives through literacy and reading. So we thought there was no better time for a booklist of picture books about books (and libraries)! Check out some of our favourites here: https://tinyurl.com/3d5f3aza

🎵Tomorrow's Baby Rhyme Time sessions are Rhyme and Sign 🎵Join us at either 10.15am or 11.15am for half an hour of rhymes...
31/05/2026

🎵Tomorrow's Baby Rhyme Time sessions are Rhyme and Sign 🎵
Join us at either 10.15am or 11.15am for half an hour of rhymes accompanied by BSL signs.
It's FREE and no booking is required but please be aware that numbers at each session are limited for the safety and comfort of everyone.
Donations welcome 😊

📢Happening now 📢Drop-in until 1pm to test your skills and build a marble run. Can you make the marble loop-the-loop?£4.4...
30/05/2026

📢Happening now 📢
Drop-in until 1pm to test your skills and build a marble run. Can you make the marble loop-the-loop?
£4.40 per child.

We are looking for volunteers to help with the Summer Reading Challenge, which runs from 4th July until 5th September ac...
30/05/2026

We are looking for volunteers to help with the Summer Reading Challenge, which runs from 4th July until 5th September across Hertfordshire Libraries.
For more information and to apply click here https://tinyurl.com/y4wb5fch

📣 Happening soon – don’t miss CareFest! 📣Struggling with everyday tasks because of pain, arthritis or mobility challenge...
29/05/2026

📣 Happening soon – don’t miss CareFest! 📣
Struggling with everyday tasks because of pain, arthritis or mobility challenges? CareFest is coming up soon, and Hertfordshire Libraries are here to help you live more comfortably. Check the link below and save the date 😊
✔️ Pick up FREE to those who need them - daily living aids like jar and bottle openers, sock aids, long handled brushes and car support handles - to qualify, just speak to our occupational therapists and receive one to one advice tailored to you
✔️ Get your blood pressure checked and learn how to use your home monitor
✔️ Take part in life saving CPR training
✔️ Access mental health support from NHS Talking Therapies
✔️ Learn simple movement and posture tips to keep you active
🥐☕ Plus enjoy free breakfast treats from HILS while chatting about local support services.
👉 Come along, get supported, and take positive steps towards wellbeing this June.
Read our blog to find out more https://tinyurl.com/yx4mjx4u

Our first LEGO club of June is on Monday 1st June at 4pm.LEGO club is great at helping children improve their problem-so...
28/05/2026

Our first LEGO club of June is on Monday 1st June at 4pm.
LEGO club is great at helping children improve their problem-solving skills, spatial awareness and creative thinking and having fun at the same time.
Suitable for children aged 5-12. £4.40 per child.
Book a place in the library or online https://tinyurl.com/5dm64wdf

What a great morning we have had!Firstly, we listened to some Elmer stories then we made our very own Elmers to take hom...
27/05/2026

What a great morning we have had!
Firstly, we listened to some Elmer stories then we made our very own Elmers to take home! As you can see the finished Elmers were all fantastic.
Thank you to all of those that came along and helped to make our Elmer Day so much fun 😊

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