Welcome to Leeds Libraries newsletter
Hello and welcome to the November edition of Leeds Libraries newsletter.
On 1 November we will introduce new opening hours across our libraries in response to a survey we carried out earlier this year with Leeds residents.
We're thrilled to be able to hold our annual festive production this year and can't wait for you all to see it. We're also highlighting some other upcoming events and updates from the library service.
If you're not already, make sure you're following us on social media to get the latest news and see what we're up to.
News and updates
New library opening hours
All our opening hours change on Monday 1 November. Visit our website or your local library’s Facebook page to find out more.
We have introduced these new opening hours to reflect what library users asked for in a public survey that we ran earlier this year. People told us that they wanted to see more consistent opening hours, and longer opening on Saturdays and Wednesday evenings. Sunday was the day when people were least likely to visit a library, so we will no longer open on Sundays.
Thank you to everyone who took part in the survey. The full range of support and services available in our libraries will continue as before, and the opening times of the Community Hubs will stay the same.
Ready Steady Readers
The Ready Steady Readers programme is back to get pre-school children enjoying books and reading. Grab a Ready Steady Readers booklet from your local library to get top tips for making the most out of reading with your family. Children will get a gold star each time they come into the library and a certificate once they have six stars on their race track. Find your nearest library.
Story and rhyme
Our popular story and rhyme sessions are returning as part of Ready Steady Readers. If you're looking for fun activities to do with young children, join us at your nearest library for an hour of stories, rhymes and fun songs. The sessions are perfect for under 5s and their families. Ask at your local library for details in your area.
Upcoming events
The Princess and the Pea
Not for the faint hearted... fake princesses... or those who have trouble sleeping at night! Join this special production of the Princess and the Pea at Leeds Central Library as Room 700 gets transformed into the Museum of Forgotten Things. We'll be joined by three musical curators to tell you the story of an indecisive prince searching for a princess.
The Princess and the Pea will run every weekend from 4 December until 18 December. Find out if the story will end with a happily-ever-after and book your tickets here.
Festive workshops
We're getting in the festive spirit with lots of fun activities and workshops planned throughout November. Fancy having a go at making your own Christmas crafts and decorations? We'll be joined by textile artist Hayley Mills-Styles who will run you through embroidering a festive wreath, felt and LED decorations. Find out more and book tickets here.
Author event: in conversation with Des Powell
In the year that commemorates the 30th anniversary of the first Gulf War and the 80th anniversary of the SAS, Sheffield born SAS veteran Des Powell will be appearing in Conversation at Leeds Central Library to give a gripping account of his new book SAS Bravo Three Zero. The event takes place on 4 November at 6:30PM. Get tickets here.
Start-up Day with the Business & IP Centre
The Business & IP Centre Leeds will be celebrating Start-up Day on 11 November with a day of inspiring talks and panel events. Sustainability is the key theme of this year's Start-up Day and BIPC Leeds will be joined by a range of local businesses and guest speakers talking about their business journeys.
All events are free to join and will be hosted online from 9:45-15:30PM. Find out more and book tickets here.
Comics Wikithon – with the British Library and Thought Bubble
Join us to learn how to create, update and improve Wikipedia articles, and Wikidata items about comics. This is a friendly and practical session, no previous experience of editing Wikipedia is required. To get the most out of this session, you'll need to bring your own laptop or tablet and have a basic knowledge of computers. This event takes place at Central Library on 11 November from 1.30 - 4.30pm. Get tickets here.
Saturday Family Film Club: Movies from the Bookshelves
Stories spring from the page onto the screen at our monthly film club where we select best-loved books that have been adapted as movies for a family audience. Suitable for children aged 7+. Find your nearest club and book your ticket here.
Opportunities
Festive residency
We've got an exciting two-year residency coming up to deliver our festive production. If you've got experience delivering family-friendly shows to children and their families, you can find out more and get an application form by emailing leeds.libraries@leeds.gov.uk. Applications close on 31 December.
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