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Today, we join UNESCO in celebrating International Literacy Day and its 60th anniversary!Literacy opens doors to knowled...
08/09/2026

Today, we join UNESCO in celebrating International Literacy Day and its 60th anniversary!

Literacy opens doors to knowledge, confidence, opportunity and connection. This year's theme, "Literacy for people, the planet and prosperity", reminds us of the importance of ensuring everyone has access to the skills they need to participate fully in society.

Libraries play a key role in supporting literacy at every age, from offering Rhymetime and storytelling sessions for young children to helping adults develop new skills. Pop into the Northamptonshire Central library to find out more about our services 😉

Learn more about this global celebration: https://www.unesco.org/en/days/literacy

Are you looking forward to catching up with your anime and manga friends after the summer holidays? Come to Northamptons...
08/09/2026

Are you looking forward to catching up with your anime and manga friends after the summer holidays? Come to Northamptonshire Central Library at 4pm today!

This club for young adults (aged 11–18) is free to join.

The last 2026 Summer Reading Challenge craft session, 'Infinity Card', will take place today at Northamptonshire Central...
08/09/2026

The last 2026 Summer Reading Challenge craft session, 'Infinity Card', will take place today at Northamptonshire Central Library from 10:30 to 11:30.

Children participating in the Challenge are welcome to join this drop-in event. Free tickets can be collected from the front desk and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Tickets will be available half an hour before the event. New crafters are accepted up until 11:00 am.

The theme of the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge inspires children to explore the connection between stories and songs, discovering how reading and music both ignite imagination and creativity. Follow the link to find out more about the 2026 Summer Reading Challenge - https://summerreadingchallenge.org.uk/ 🎶

Did you know that after the Second World War, there was a legal move to protect buildings of note. In Northampton, we ha...
07/09/2026

Did you know that after the Second World War, there was a legal move to protect buildings of note. In Northampton, we have several buildings that are listed, including Northampton Central Library. Many buildings of note have disappeared due to fire, demolition or neglect, but many have also been saved. In Discover we have books cataloguing such buildings, whether they still exist today or have been lost to the annals of history.

To find out more, visit the Discover department at Northamptonshire Central Library, which is open from 10am to 4pm, Tuesday to Friday.

The Summer Reading Challenge is coming to an end. Please remember to collect your reward (a medal and a certificate) bef...
07/09/2026

The Summer Reading Challenge is coming to an end. Please remember to collect your reward (a medal and a certificate) before the end of this week (the last day is 12 September)!

We would like to thank everyone who took part in this year's Summer Reading Challenge and the activities at Northamptonshire Central Library. We will be waiting for you to return next summer for a new Summer Reading Challenge! 😉

Great news! Adult and children's fiction are now available in the Carnegie Room on Level 1 of the Northamptonshire Centr...
07/09/2026

Great news! Adult and children's fiction are now available in the Carnegie Room on Level 1 of the Northamptonshire Central Library. Come and find your next read for the autumn season! 😉

Don't forget to join us for an exclusive live online event with Matt Haig, starting at 10 am today! Don’t miss the inter...
07/09/2026

Don't forget to join us for an exclusive live online event with Matt Haig, starting at 10 am today! Don’t miss the internationally bestselling author of The Midnight Library and Reasons to Stay Alive, as he talks books, ideas and his latest novel The Midnight Train, followed by a live audience Q&A.

Hosted by BorrowBox. Follow the link to sign up for free: https://bolinda.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OUgI2AxrTQS6bKP3vu04XQ #/registration

Using the app to read e-books helps you look after your eyesight, as you can customise the settings. Try using dark mo...
05/09/2026

Using the app to read e-books helps you look after your eyesight, as you can customise the settings. Try using dark mode to reduce glare 😉

The Deep and the Drowned, an exciting and action-packed fantasy by Ian Green, is available to borrow from Northamptonshi...
04/09/2026

The Deep and the Drowned, an exciting and action-packed fantasy by Ian Green, is available to borrow from Northamptonshire Central Library.

About the book:
Beneath a sky ruled by gods and monsters, a drowned land spreads - thousands of scattered isles, each its own dominion, each a deadly trap for the unwary.
But for those bold enough to ply these turbulent waters, there is trade to be done and money to be made.
For a decade, Killian has sailed between the Strait Kingdoms and the Crown Isles - enough time to run up debts, break promises, and make enemies in every port. Now, foes and bad luck are quickly outnumbering his fortune and friends.
With the seas blazing with war, gods and mages clash to keep their heads above the rising tide. Killian must sail into the storm - and repay the biggest debt he owes, no matter the cost.

Wow! Don't miss your chance to read or listen to Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, which will be available with ...
04/09/2026

Wow! Don't miss your chance to read or listen to Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, which will be available with unlimited access on the app this September!

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Thursday 9am - 6pm
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