Library News

Wellbeing is at the heart of Suffolk’s library service with a huge range of free activities and resources available. To mark World Mental Health Day, we’re reminding everyone how our services can improve your mental health and wellbeing.

We’re inviting emerging short-form writers to apply for a new Wild Pages writing residency taking place in November, giving local creative people the chance to collaborate with fellow writers, develop their voice, and hone their skills in delivering eco-focussed workshops and activities for all ages.

Suffolk Community Libraries is running a pilot project offering drop-in sessions in libraries to help people access and use the free NHS app, offering friendly, hands-on support to raise awareness and help people navigate the app with confidence

From Ann Cleaves to David Blake, there’s something for everyone at the library this autumn. Browse our top author talks happening in Suffolk this October and November.

Southwold Literary Festival will be returning for its third year this November at Southwold Arts Centre with a brand-new line up of authors from a variety of genres.

Bury St Edmunds Library will be hosting some events as part of the Bury St Edmunds Literature Festival this year, which will bring a glorious array of writers to the town to share the stories that inspire them.

The Black British Ballet project, presented by Oxygen Arts, will be touring Suffolk’s libraries this October, featuring exhibitions, storytelling sessions, dance workshops and more.

Suffolk Community Libraries has submitted proposals for a significant refurbishment of Ipswich County Library which, if successful, would involve substantial improvements on the main public areas of the library on the ground and first floors.

Suffolk Community Libraries will again be hosting the successful Wild Reads campaign with Suffolk Wildlife Trust this autumn, with new nature-themed books and events for all ages.

Suffolk Community Libraries customers can now access millions of local records dating back to 1538 when they visit a library thanks to a a new digitisation project from Suffolk Archives.