[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
By Lucy Neill | 16 July 2026<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The school holidays have arrived in Suffolk and we\u2019re gearing up for another summer of fun events and activities for all ages in our libraries!<\/p>\n Browse our top events for children and families to enjoy throughout July and August.<\/p>\n This is just a small number of the wide variety of events our libraries are running this summer \u2013 head to our What\u2019s On page<\/a> to browse more events near you!<\/p>\n Don\u2019t forget \u2013 teens can enjoy creative workshops at The Blank Page Project<\/a> this summer, including songwriting, special effects makeup, bookbinding and more. Bookings are now open!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Stowmarket Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Every other Thursday morning<\/p>\n Come along to Stowmarket Library and meet Gwel the therapy dog<\/a>! Gwel will be visiting every other Thursday morning for young children to read out loud to her.<\/p>\n Gwel is registered with Pets as Therapy and she loves to listen to children read out loud to build their confidence, while their adults read or browse books nearby. Children can also enjoy some calming cuddles.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Kedington Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Tuesdays throughout the summer<\/p>\n Join us on Tuesday mornings at Kedington Library for a morning of fun board games<\/a>, suitable for all ages! We have a huge range of board games available, including Exploding Kittens Dominoes, Pac-Man, Yogi and many more![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Oulton Broad Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Throughout the summer<\/p>\n Calling all adorable pets! You are invited to take part in our Photo Pet Show this summer! Children can bring in photos of their pets to the library and enter them into one of four categories in our photography show.<\/p>\n From cats and dogs, to tortoises and snakes – all pets included! Bring a photo along anytime during the school holidays with your name and your pets name and age written on the back to take part.<\/p>\n Don’t forget to join us on Thursday 20 August where we’ll be showing a slideshow of the winning photos and handing out prizes![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Gainsborough Community Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Every day throughout summer<\/p>\n You\u2019re invited to take part in a variety of fun activities for all the family, with something new to try each day!<\/p>\n Whether a family or group of friends, we have something for everyone of all ages and abilities.<\/p>\n Enjoy Giant Games & Board Games<\/a> on Mondays, Family Crafts<\/a> on Tuesdays, Table Tennis & Pool<\/a> on Wednesdays, and Family Movie Afternoons<\/a> on Thursdays. Plus weekend Lego and Crafts![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Southwold Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Wednesday 22 July<\/p>\n Meet local children’s author Lisa Nickell-Lean<\/a>! Lisa will be visiting the library to talk about her new picture book, Snoring is Boring. Plus fun dog-themed crafts!<\/p>\n Snoring is Boring is an enchanting introductory tale of an energetic little girl enticing her sleepy dog to more exciting activities other than boring snoring and sleeping!<\/p>\n Will\u00a0he ever wake up and join in? Maybe, especially if it\u2019s to discover fun seaside attractions in sunny Southwold.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Capel St Mary Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Thursday 23 July<\/p>\n Enjoy an interactive wildlife experience<\/a> with Ed from Mini Monsters! Come along and enjoy a calm, structured, hands-on animal encounter using a selected range of exotic reptiles and invertebrates.<\/p>\n Suitable for ages 4-10![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Southwold Library (Stella Peskett Millenium Hall)<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Wednesday 29 July and Thursday 27 August<\/p>\n Join us for a fun summer pottery painting session with Southwold-based illustrator Gallery Thea! Children can get involved in painting their own mugs, plates and bowls to take home with them.<\/p>\n Suitable for older children.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Long Melford Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Saturday 1 August<\/p>\n Grab your magnifying glass and join us for a crime busting adventure in forensic science with Lab in a Library<\/a>! Suitable for children aged 5+.<\/p>\n Take fingerprints, exam a crime scene, dress as CSIs and work out who the criminal is and how the crime was committed.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Elmswell Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Tuesday 4 August<\/p>\n Did you know Gwel also visits children at Elmswell Library<\/a>? Come along on the first Tuesday of every month and enjoy a relaxing reading-aloud session!<\/p>\n Gwel is registered with Pets as Therapy and she loves to listen to children read out loud to build their confidence, while their adults read, browse books or take a relaxing moment to doing our community jigsaw.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Newmarket Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Friday 7 August<\/p>\n You are invited to Newmarket Library to enjoy a fun magic show for children<\/a>! Join us for a morning of magic, games and prizes, suitable for ages 4-12.<\/p>\n There will be fun tricks and illusions to entertain all!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Haverhill Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Thursday 13 August<\/p>\n Blast off into a summer of creativity for 4-11 year olds at Haverhill Library!<\/p>\n We’ll be joined by the Suffolk Archives team who will be bringing their Let’s Get Crafty<\/a> session for children to enjoy. Get stuck in with galaxy inspired fun under the sun![\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Lowestoft Library<\/p>\n When:<\/strong> Tuesday 25 August<\/p>\n Save the date! Illustrator and author James Mayhew is visiting Lowestoft Library as part of the National Literacy Trust\u2019s Explorer\u2019s Trail. James will be sharing wonderful stories while painting.<\/p>\n Come along to meet furry friends, explore a special instrument, get crafty and much more!<\/p>\n To book your place, sign up via the National Literacy Trust in Suffolk\u2019s interest form<\/a>.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.7″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”19px” text_line_height=”1.3em” link_font_size=”19px” link_line_height=”1.3em” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Thurston Library<\/p>\nReading with Gwel the Therapy Dog<\/h3>\n
Board Game Fun<\/h3>\n
Photo Pet Show Competition<\/h3>\n
Family Fun Activities<\/h3>\n
Storytime & Crafts with author Lisa Nickell-Lean<\/h3>\n
Meet the Mini Monsters<\/h3>\n
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Summer Pottery Painting with Gallery Thea<\/h3>\n
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Forensic Science & Crime Busting<\/h3>\n
Reading with Gwel the Therapy Dog<\/h3>\n
Children\u2019s Magic Show<\/h3>\n
Let\u2019s Get Crafty: Space Crafts<\/h3>\n
Explorer\u2019s Trail with author James Mayhew<\/h3>\n
Dinosaur Crafty Fun<\/h3>\n