 We are excited to announce the launch of #DigitalSpaces in Coventry's Libraries.
Our spaces are now open for you to come and create, learn, invent, explore and innovate. Why not drop in discover new worlds this Autumn? As part of our new Digital Spaces at Coventry Libraries, you can experience some incredible creative virtual reality and immersive audio sessions in Central, Bell Green, Foleshill and Tile Hill Libraries.
Immerse yourself in award-winning BBC content: from exploring the Congo to going on a time-travelling adventure with Doctor Who.
Available from 25 October. Contact your local library to book.
 Practice spoken English in a friendly library space. A great way to get extra informal practice for people taking formal ESOL classes.
Join artist Emma O'Brien for a free family monster craft workshop on Tuesday 26 October at Central Library. Two sessions are available 1.30pm - 2.30pm or 3pm - 4pm
Booking is essential. Ring 024 7683 2314 to book.
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Monster Trail at Coventry Libraries
Visit our free, fun, family monster trail in Coventry Libraries during October half term from 23 – 30 October.
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Maybe I don't belong here by David Harewood
A ground-breaking account of the effects of everyday racism on the identity and mental health of Black British men, explored through the lens of Homeland and Supergirl actor David Harewood's personal experience.
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The silent companions by Laura Purcell
Newly married, newly widowed Elsie is sent to see out her pregnancy at her late husband's crumbling country estate, The Bridge. With her new servants resentful and the local villagers actively hostile, Elsie only has her husband's awkward cousin for company. Or so she thinks. But inside her new home lies a locked room, and beyond that door lies a 200-year-old diary and a deeply unsettling painted wooden figure that bears a striking resemblance to Elsie herself.
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Me and my sister by Rose Robbins
This appealing brother and sister duo spend a lot of their day together, eating meals, going to school and playing. But life with an autistic sibling is not always easy. Through the eyes of the brother, we find out how they are both very different, but also very similar in other ways, and come what may they have lots of fun together and love each other just the same. This is a touching book that will strike a chord with every family with siblings, especially where one is differently abled.
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 Rise and Shine Fest is six days of workshops, videos and social media posts providing children and young people (and the adults in their lives) with a mix of practical support to support mental wellbeing including:
- Mindfulness workshops
- Library events
- Opportunities for children and young people as well as their parents/carers to ask questions, and understand the range of mental health support available
Rise is a family of NHS-led emotional wellbeing and mental health services for Children and Young people across Coventry & Warwickshire (formerly known as CAMHS). Rise stretches across multiple teams – from the neuro-diverse, those battling eating disorders, anxiety and depression.
The team will be running a Mental Health Awareness Information Stall at Coventry Central Library, on Friday 29 October 10am-3pm.
Come drop by and speak to them about mental health and emotional wellbeing services for children and young people.
 Artists Jan and Chris and their well-travelled yellow caravan return to Tile Hill Library from Thursday 28 October to Tuesday 2 November where they will continue their creative exploration of Tile Hill.
Step inside the caravan to enjoy an intriguing and sometimes hilarious exhibition: extra{ordinary} - photographs of Britain by The Caravan Gallery.
Visit the Tile Hill Pride of Place Project exhibition in the library and help it grow by contributing your own artwork, stories and objects.
Take part in free drop-in activities including:
- Discussions about local history
- Make your own picture postcard of Tile Hill.
- Make your mark on The People's Map of Tile Hill.
- Share your thoughts about and hopes for Tile Hill by filling in an entertaining survey.
Special event
Creative Walk from Tile Hill Library - Tuesday 2 November at 10.30am
Join us for the launch of ‘We are Tile Hill’ Sketchbook Project by The Curious Creatives Club. We will explore the landmarks of Tile Hill in a new way on a one-hour creative walking tour where you will be given a sketchbook and art materials to start your creative adventure. When we return to the library, we’ll have lunch together and learn some new techniques to bring our sketchbooks to life. Bring a packed lunch and your walking shoes!
All welcome!
Find out more about our services, including:
Email: libraries247@coventry.gov.uk
Twitter: @covlibraries
Facebook: Coventry Libraries and Information Service
Phone: 024 7683 2314
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