Lymington Library - Hampshire County Council

08/09/2026

Join us here at Lymington Library and discover the hidden story behind D-Day in Hampshire.
This exhibition explores the secret marshalling camps where thousands of Allied troops gathered in the days before the Normandy landings, waiting for the order to embark.
This exhibition will be hosted here from today until Friday the 2nd of October, available to view during normal opening hours.

07/09/2026

It's time to celebrate the end of The Summer Reading Challenge! 🌟
Join us this Saturday for a fun-filled celebration. Challenge completers can collect their medal and certificate, and everyone can enjoy a range of games and crafts. 🏅
Whether you've finished the challenge or not, there's something for everyone. See you there! 📚🎨🎉

07/09/2026

Our Story of the Month for September is The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. 🐛🍎

Our Story of the Month for September is The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. 🐛🍎

'This is the story of a very hungry caterpillar growing into a beautiful butterfly.'

Find a copy on our catalogue: https://hampshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/BIBENQ?ENTRY1_NAME=TI&ENTRY1=the%20very%20hungry%20caterpillar&ENTRY1_TYPE=K&ENTRY2_NAME=AU&ENTRY2=eric%20carle&ENTRY2_TYPE=K&NRECS=20&SORTS=HBT.SOVR

04/09/2026

Axolotl and Axolittle by Jess Hitchman is one of our favourite books to read, it's the perfect book to brighten up a dull day! 🩷💛

03/09/2026

Our Rhyme of the Month for September is Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star. ⭐

Our Rhyme of the Month for September is Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. ⭐

Singing lullabies like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star is a great way soothe your baby, reduce stress and lower heart rate.

Sing along on the CBeebies parenting website: https://www.bbc.co.uk/tiny-happy-people/articles/z69x92p

30/08/2026

Looking to expand your creative writing skills? This November we are proud to be hosting the 'Write for You: Creative Writing for Wellbeing and Enjoyment' course here at Lymington Library!
This tutor led course will be taking place on four Mondays in November, the 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd, from 2pm - 4pm.
This course is FREE, on a first come first serve basis, available to all Hampshire residents aged 19+ who want to improve their health and wellbeing while discovering how to write creatively for their own enjoyment.
Follow the link below for more information and to register!

https://shop.hants.gov.uk/products/write-for-you-creative-writing-for-wellbeing-and-enjoyment-lymington-library-monday-2nd-9th-16th-and-23rd-november-2026-2-00pm?_pos=1&_sid=bbe68ccbf&_ss=r

29/08/2026

There are two weeks left of this year's Summer Reading Challenge!
We've already had 230 sign ups this year which is amazing and a big thank you to all who have signed up and taken part this year so far.
If you haven't signed up yet, there's still time if you would like to participate to earn your medal and certificate!
Don't forget to join us for the Summer Reading Challenge Celebration Day on the 12th of September, where there will be plenty of crafts and fun activities to enjoy! Donations are welcomed.

25/08/2026

Last minute starting school nerves? Pop in and borrow one of our 'When a book might help' collection to calm your little one (and you!) before their first day 📖

17/08/2026

Dear Reader, we have a Reputation for books that Hit Different! Long Story Short, we think you'd have The Best Day and be our Superstar if you came and picked out a Love Story (or 6!) to take on the Summer Reading Challenge!

You Need To Calm Down because Read to the Beat runs until 12th September, so there is still plenty of time to add a finisher's medal and certificate to your Wi$h Li$t! Are you Ready For It?

14/08/2026

Join us on Saturday for our weekly Saturday Family Fun session!
From 10am-4pm we will have a selection of board games, toys and puzzles available to play with!
We are also hosting a Toddler Time session from 10am-10.30am, with sing-a-longs and rhymes to join in with for under 5's and their parents/carers.
Free refreshments are also provided.
Come along and join the fun!