 Read to the Beat - Summer Reading Challenge
The countdown has already started for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge.
This year’s challenge is Read to the Beat! delivered by The Reading Agency in partnership with public libraries and powered by Universal Music Group UK. The theme inspires children to explore the connection between stories and songs, discovering how reading and music both ignite imagination and creativity. This year’s challenge is brought to life with illustrations by award-winning author and illustrator, Harry Woodgate.
How does it work?
Starting on Monday, 29 June 2026, children can sign up at their local Wokingham Borough library. The aim is to read six books over the summer. Children can choose their own library books, eBooks, or audiobooks. Their reading will earn them rewards and stickers.
 Citizens Advice Drop In Sessions
Citizens Advice bring our advice and support to you so that our service can easily be accessed by anyone who needs it.
- First Monday of the month, Lower Earley Library, 10:00 to 16:30
- Second Tuesday of the month, Twyford Library, 10:00 to 13:00
- Third Thursday of the month, Spencers Wood Library, 14:30 to 17:00
- Fourth Friday of the month, Finchampstead Library, 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 16:00
Can't make one of these? More sessions are held throughout the community, click here for more details.
 Two author events at Lower Earley Library
Lower Earley Library will be celebrating National Crime Reading Month with two local author talks in June:
- 18th June, 11am David Palin, in Conversation – Meet local thriller author, David Palin and learn more about his books and his writing journey.
- 25th June, 2pm, Meet the Author – Hear John Cheshire talk about his debut novel, System Lockout, and hear about the dark world of cyber-crime.
Both talks are free and there's no need to book.
 Chair Yoga in the Library
Treat yourself to a moment of calm with Emma, of Emma's Yoga Hut, as she hosts a free 30-minute chair yoga session at Lower Earley Library on the first Tuesday of each month.
- Tuesday 7th July, 10:30am
- Tuesday 1st September, 10:30am
- Tuesday 6th October, 10:30am
- Tuesday 3rd November, 10:30am
- Tuesday 1st December, 10:30am
Spaces are limited so booking is required.
 Woodley's 40th Birthday Celebration
Celebrating 40 years of Woodley Library.
Thank you to everyone who was part of our special day, reflecting on lots of wonderful memories. We had cake, and music from the brilliant Bandissimo.
Historically, the library was housed in the verger's cottage in Church Road from the 1880s, but we have been in the current site since 1986.
Our celebrations have also included special Storytime and Rhymetime sessions. Here's to another 40 years of serving the community!
Our Libraries offer more than book lending, we offer:
- Books, e-books, audiobooks and magazines
- Free IT and internet access
- Study spaces
- Adult events such as coffee mornings, history, crochet, chair yoga and book groups
- Children's activities, events, and story times
- Community information and signposting
- Support with reading, learning and digital skills
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