Library News
New library drop-ins to help people get more from the free NHS app
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
Hear your favourite authors talk at your local library this autumn!
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 returns this 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 to host Literature Festival events
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.
Suffolk Community Libraries marks Black History month with celebrations throughout October
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.
Plans progress for potential major refurbishment of Ipswich County Library
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.
Time to go Wild with Suffolk Community Libraries and Suffolk Wildlife Trust!
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.
From Parish Pews to Pixels – new digitised records accessible for library customers
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.
New Touchstone project aims to help people affected by grief
Suffolk Community Libraries is working with a local artist and St Elizabeth Hospice on a new community arts project to help people affected by grief or losing someone through forced migration.
Go wild with our autumn colouring competition for children!
To mark the start of this year’s Wild Reads programme, we’re running a colouring competition for little nature explorers for the chance to win some exciting prizes!