Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

Reading Borough Public Libraries reading.gov.uk/libraries Reading, Berkshire, UK Joined July 2009

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 days ago

Are you a childminder? Then come along to our Childminder Appreciation Week Rhymetime, at the new Reading Central Library. Monday 6th July 10.30am. FREE, drop-in. We also have air conditioning!

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4 days ago

Due to high temperatures within Caversham and Southcote Libraries, both libraries will be closed on Thursday 25 June. Items due back have been extended. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

5 days ago

Reading Toy Library is closed today due to staff availability. It will reopen on Wednesday 9th September. All toys have been extended until that date. Toys, except for giant toys, can be returned to any branch. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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5 days ago

Due to the extreme heat warning for Thursday 25th June rhymetime sessions are cancelled at Southcote library, Palmer Park library, Whitley library and Tilehurst library. The new Central library sessions at 10.15am and 11.15am will still take place, as it is a 'Cool Space'.

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7 days ago

This is a view of the Abbey Square library from the back by the Holy Brook, where occasionally swans, ducks and even the odd kingfisher can be spotted! #ReadingLocalHistory

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2 weeks ago

The all NEW Reading Central Library opens tomorrow, Thursday 18th June! Reading Central library, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, RG1 2LU.

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2 weeks ago

The library site on Abbey Square under construction in 1984 - the buildings on King's Road can be seen in the background, the picture framers are still there! #ReadingLocalHistory

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2 weeks ago

Due to a staff shortage Whitley Library will closed Tuesday 16 June.

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2 weeks ago

Due to staff training day Tilehurst Library will be closed Monday 15 June.

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

3 weeks ago

Join us for rhymetimes with the Mayor as the new Reading Central library NEXT WEEK on Thursday 18th June. We have sessions at 10.15am and 11.15am. Reading Central library, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, RG1 2LU.

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

3 weeks ago

There is now only a week to go until the new Central library opens on Thursday 18th June and we are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone!

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3 weeks ago

Reading Central Library, Blagrave Street - the Lending Library, 1985, prior to the move to Abbey Square. The issue counter is to the left, with "Plessey" light-pens for reading barcodes. Beyond, 3 microfiche readers give access to the catalogue. #ReadingLocalHistory

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

3 weeks ago

TEN DAYS TO GO until the new library opens in the Civic Centre at Bridge Street - we open at 9am on Thursday 18 June and are in final phases of creating the amazing new library for you - please come and have a look at your new library from Thursday 18 June

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 weeks ago

Join us for rhymetimes with the Mayor as the new Reading Central library opens on Thursday 18th June. We have sessions at 10.15am and 11.15am. Reading Central library, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, RG1 2LU.

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 weeks ago

Excitement is building with just over two weeks to go until the new library opens on Thursday 18th June. We are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone!

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4 weeks ago

@TheArcLampMan It is indeed from the London Illustrated News! "The Illustrated London News, " 12th February 1883, with the caption: "The opening of a new public free library at Reading . . .". We haven't got the full quote in our catalogue entry though.

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4 weeks ago

As Reading Central Library is closed in preparation for its move to Bridge Street, we look back at its history. This is the official opening ceremony of the first library, held in the Town Hall, with the organ in the background, Wednesday 9th February, 1883. #ReadingLocalHistory

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 weeks ago

(and doors open at 0900)

Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 weeks ago

We will see you there - it's looking fantastic for you! Central library at the Civic Centre opens 18 June - remember Thursdays are rhymetime days at 1015 and 1115

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 weeks ago

We will see you there - it's looking fantastic for you! Central library at the Civic Centre opens 18 June - remember Thursdays are rhymetime days at 1015 and 1115

Reading Borough Council @ReadingCouncil

4 weeks ago

📖 There will be more adult fiction to choose from when Reading's new Central Library opens in the Civic Centre, Bridge St, on Thursday 18 June. With an extra 45 metres of shelf space compared to the previous location, there will be something to suit every taste. We also have