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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 6h

Do you need help creating or updating a CV? Completing online job applications? Help using a computer, tablet or mobile phone? Digital job searching? Support with Universal Credits? Help is available every second Tuesday at Carluke Library from 1:30-3pm. No appointment necessary, just drop in.

Poster with text saying, Digital Inclusion Hub for Rural Clydesdale. Work Club. Create or improve your CV. Make online job applications. Help using a computer, tablet or phone. Learn effective digital job searching. Support with UC commitments. Find the right opportunities for you. Explore self-employment. We can also provide free sim cards with internet, calls and texts to people over 18 and from a low income household. Ask for more information. Carluke Library. Tuesday (every 2 weeks) 1:30pm – 3pm. 29th September, 13th & 27th October, 10th & 24th November. DROP IN. NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED. Forth Community Resource Centre SG.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Join us at East Kilbride Central Library next Wednesday 7th October between 11am-12pm for a special #WeeRead Gruffalo Granny Story Session! There will also be Gruffalo mask making. Book your space by calling 01355 220046! 😄

The book cover of Julia Donaldson's new book Gruffalo Granny. Illustrated by Axel Scheffler.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Tomorrow (Saturday 3rd October) at Rutherglen Library we're crafting our own rollercoasters! Ages 4-11, £2.25 per child or ACE inclusive! Call 0141 643 1296 to book or book online at www.sllclibrary.co.uk/cgi-bin/spyd...

Get on board, make a little Rollercoaster at Rutherglen Library! Build your own rollercoaster out of junk! Saturday the third of October. Three to four PM. Ages four to eleven. Two pound twenty five per child or ACE inclusive. call 0141 643 1296 to book.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

We are hosting a Coffee Morning/Afternoon at Carluke Library on Wednesday 21st October, all proceeds going to Macmillan Cancer Support. Home baking, Tombola, Crafts Sale Table and a Lucky Dip for children. Lots of fun and chat. We hope to see you there. ☕️ 🙂

Poster featuring illustrations of two coffee mugs with text on them saying, WORLD’S BIGGEST COFFEE MORNING and LET’S MAKE IT THE BIGGEST EVER. The poster text says, MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING. CARLUKE LIBRARY. Wednesday October 21st 2026. £3.00 Tea Coffee and Home Baking. Tombola. Lucky Dip for Kids. Sales Table. Morning Session 10am – 12pm. Afternoon Session 2pm – 4pm. All Proceeds Go To MACMILLAN CANCER SUPPORT.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Thanks to the customer who donated these newspapers dating from 1936 to 1974. Read them at Hamilton Town House Library. #ThrowbackThursday #TBT www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/87/hami...

Photos of five old national newspapers. Three Daily Mirrors, an Evening Citizen, and a Sunday Pictorial.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Scotland is coming together on Wed 7 October for a 'Wee Read' - and everyone's invited! Here at Larkhall we're celebrating with a display of wee books: short reads for anyone who wants a quick story they can devour in just a few days. There's something for everyone! #weeread26

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Carluke Library had lots of fun at the Paint and Play last Saturday. Check out all these masterpieces made with paint and leaves 🍂 🎨 Book in for the next session this coming Saturday at www.sllclibrary.co.uk by clicking the events tabs and selecting Carluke Library as the location.

Some of the paintings made at Paint and Play.

The last couple of paintings made at paint and play.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A new Little Steps class will be starting at Springhall Library on Monday 5th October at 11:30am after Bookbug. It is an ACE inclusive activity for little ones from birth to pre-school to help motor skills and social development. Book your space at www.sllclibrary.co.uk

Little Steps. Springhall Library. Mondays at eleven thirty AM to twelve thirty PM. Let your little ones explore their environment through unstructured play, helping to enhance motor skills as well as support their emotional and social development. Suitable from birth to pre-school. Booking essential. ACE inclusive activity. Free with Tiny ACE membership or pay two pound twenty five in cash at the library desk before the class.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

**Customer Notice** The lift outside of East Kilbride Central Library is now working again!

Entrance of East Kilbride Central Library next to the lift.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Hamilton Town House Library is launching a new creative writing group on 27 October! It will meet on the last Tuesday of every month 2.30-3.30pm and is open to writers of all abilities. Bring along a poem or a short piece of writing (around 500 words) or feel free to just come along and be inspired.

Poster for Hamilton Community Writing Group. It says "first meeting: Tuesday 27 October 2.30pm-3.30pm. Have a story to tell? Join a welcoming new writing group at Hamilton Town House Library on the last Tuesday of every month. We are open to writers of all abilities. Bring along a poem or short piece of writing (around 500 words). No work prepared? No problem! Come along, listen, chat and be inspired. To register interest, contact mwalbank@googlemail.com. For more information, contact Hamilton Library at 01698 452122 or hamilton.library@library.s-lanark.org.uk"

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Join us at Fairhill Library for a coffee, a quiz and a reminisce on the first Monday of each month. No need to book and tea or coffee and a biscuit is optional at 50p. The next reminiscence group will be on Monday, October 5th ☕️ www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/169/sl_...

Reminiscence Group. Join us for a coffee, a quiz and a reminisce. On first Monday of the month, one thirty to two thirty PM at Fairhill Library. Only fifty pence for a tea, coffee and a biscuit.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Who offers warm, welcoming spaces for visitors, regardless of age, gender…or number of wings? Libraries doo! And just to prove it, here’s someone enjoying the services on offer in East Kilbride Central Library. youtu.be/toeVgNH9gFc?...

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Stop the Pigeon!

Who offers warm, welcoming spaces for visitors, regardless of age, gender…or number of wings? Libraries doo!

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

On Saturday 24th October, Carluke will be hosting a Halloween party and craft session at 10am. For children over four. Book your party spot at southlanarkshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spyd...

Halloween Party. Saturday the Twenty fourth of October. Ten to Eleven AM. Free. Booking Required. Carluke Library.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Catherine Simpson is doing talk for her new memoir, Hold Fast, at East Kilbride Arts Centre on Sunday 11th October at 2pm. It's a free event but securing tickets is advisable. Book your tickets at www.quaytickets.com/sllcboxoffic...

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Nothing says join your library more than someone challenging you to a fist fight! The 2008 library advert was begging to be recreated with more up to date information! 😆 #ThrowbackThursday #TBT

2008 advert for South Lanarkshire libraries. Text reads You Want more? Get more like this from a library near you. Join free. Books music and film. Free internet. Free Wi-Fi at selected sites. Girl with sunglasses has her fists up as she growls towards the camera.

Recreated advert for South Lanarkshire libraries with updated text. You Want more? Get more like this from a library near you. Join free. Books, Audiobooks, Borrowbox and Pressreader. Free Wi-Fi and Computer access.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Don’t worry if you missed the recent online event with bestselling author Matt Haig, where he shared insights into his writing life, the inspiration behind his new novel, and the enduring appeal of hope, mental health, love and connection in his work. View the recording at youtu.be/_tOz42vRg-o?...

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Matt Haig Interview with BorrowBox

In this exclusive online event, join the incredible Matt Haig, as he shares insights into his writing life, his inspirations, and his latest beautiful story, The Midnight Train. Matt Haig's…

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The Bookbug Hero Award in association with Walker Books is now in its 7th year and celebrates the fantastic work of those who use Bookbug to change the lives of the children, families and communities they work with. Find out more at www.scottishbooktrust.com/bookbug-hero...

Pictured here are some of our amazing South Lanarkshire Libraries Children's Assistants with Bookbug.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who came along to our Macmillan coffee morning at Larkhall Library! Together we raised £1135 to support people affected by cancer. Scroll through the thread for more photos of the event... 🧵

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Biggar Bookshop are thrilled to welcome Kerri Andrews and Linda Blacknell back to Biggar Library to discuss their parts in the wonderful new book 'Women, Walking'. Tickets are £7 and can be book online www.biggarbookshop.co.uk, by phone 01899 221225 or by email hello@biggarbookshop.co.uk

Biggar book shop presents Kerrie Andrews and Linda Cracknell. Friday the second of October at seven PM in Biggar Library. Tickets are seven pound. Poster features a picture of Kerri Andrews's book called Women Walking.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Biggar Library are jigsaw mad! Have a look at their last few masterpieces 🧩 www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/74/bigg...

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

On Wednesday 14th October, Carluke Library will be doing some spooky ghost crafts and creating glitter spiderwebs at 11am 👻 🕸️ For children over four. Book your space at southlanarkshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spyd...

Adopt a ghost. Carluke Library. Wednesday the fourteenth of October. Eleven to Twelve. Free. Booking required. Come along to Carluke Library and take part in some spooky crafts. Adopt a ghost and create your own glitter web artwork.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Larkhall Library are having a little Roald Dahl celebration this Monday, 21st September at 10am. There will be a few craft tables as well as a scavenger hunt and some hidden golden tickets around the library to find! Can you find one? 🎫

Roald Dahl. Join us for a free morning of Roald Dah; theemd crafts, storytelling and a scavenger hunt! And don't forget to keep an eye out for a Golden Ticket! Monday the twenty first of September. Ten AM to twelve PM at Larkhall Library.

Can you find a Golden Ticket? Find a Golden ticket in Larkhall Library and hand it in at the desk for a surprise.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

St Leonards Library are welcoming American graphic artist, George Kramer, for an author visit on Friday 9th October 2026 at 2pm. He will be telling us all about how he started drawing and how he became a professional artist. Book your place by at: southlanarkshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spyd...

Free author Talk at Saint Leonards Library. George Kramer. Friday the nineth of October twenty twenty six. Two to three PM. US artist, George Kramer has recently published his first graphic novel. He will be talking about his journey into art, practice and finally publishing his first work. Come and hear what he has to say and have a chat.

The cover of Jeff's Lucky adventure. An Unofficial and irreverent Inktober 2023, 31 day storybook in ink and watercolour. Story and Art by George Kramer.

The cover of Joneval from Hyyr. Issue one, Into the Woods. Features a bird sat on a branch looking a figure running away into the distance through the woods. An under the brim publication.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Mamma Mia! Did you (or your mother) know that ABBA were in East Kilbride in 1977 to buy some tartan? £15,000! They clearly thought it was worth the Money, Money, Money. If you want to know more about Senga’s lucky escape, read the article in EK Central Library’s Heritage Centre. #ThrowbackThursday

Photo of a local newspaper page from 24th February 1977 featuring an article and photo about ABBA visiting an East Kilbride clothing factory. Another headline says LUCKY ESCAPE FOR SENGA, but the following text isn't visible.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Colin McKendrick will coming along to the Football Memories group at Carluke Library this Friday, 21st September at 2pm. There will be a lot of chat and a wee quiz for entertainment and chance to get a cup of tea and some home baking for 50p.

Memories Scotland. Cuimheachain Alba. Come and view old photos of Carluke provided by CPHS. Have a chat and a cuppa for fifty pence in Carluke Library. Friday the eighteenth of September. Two PM to three PM. Photos on Display Monday the fourteenth to Saturday the nineteenth of September. This Month's topic is football.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join Martin Stepek at Fairhill Library for an insightful discussion that explore how you can use the practice of mindfulness to nurture your wellbeing, increase your desire to create art and improve the quality of what you create. Book by phoning the library on 01698 456360 🎨

Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival. Mindful Arts, Artful Minds with Martin Stepek. Friday thirtieth of October. Ten thirty AM to twelve PM. Fairhill Library. Bookings can be made by phone 01698 456360 or by email fairhill@library.s-lanark.org.uk. This insightful discussion will explore how you use the practice of mindfulness to nuture your wellbeing, increase your desire to create art and improve the quality of what you create.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Crime fiction fans, don’t miss this! Local author Allan Gaw brings his new novel The Last Gifts of the Dead, the latest Dr Jack Cuthbert Mystery, to Rutherglen Library, Under the Dome, on Thursday 24 September, 3–4pm. Free event, but booking is required. Call 0141 643 1296 or book in person/online.

A poster featuring text saying, “AUTHOR TALK. Rutherglen Library. Under the Dome. ALLAN GAW. Thursday 24th September at 3:00pm. Local author Allan Gaw, formerly a trained pathologist and medical researcher, now dedicates his time to writing crime fiction. Join Allan in the presentation of his new novel The Last Gifts of the Dead, the latest in the series Dr Jack Cuthbert Mysteries. Free event. Booking required, in person, online, or by phone on 0141 643 1296. Tea/coffee included. 163 Main St, Rutherglen, G73 2HB.” Book covers shown on the poster. Left-hand column: The Shadows and the Dust, To the Shadows Descend, The Moon's More Feeble Fire, The Silent House of Sleep. Right-hand side: The Last Gifts to the Dead. The poster also features a photograph of Allan Gaw speaking at an event beneath the "Under the Dome" heading.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Bookbug storytime with British Sign Language (BSL) at Strathaven Library 🙂 👇 www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/516/avo...

Poster featuring a photo of children using sign language at a Bookbug session, and text saying, Bookbug storytime with British Sign Language (BSL). Come along to a Bookbug session for deaf children aged 0 to 5 and their families. Siblings are welcome too. The session includes: stories, songs and nursery rhymes, BSL interpretation, a chance to play and a chat after. Every other Thursday starting 3 September. 10am to 11am. Stay and play session after. Avondale Community Wing, Overton Road, Strathaven, ML10 6JW. On-site parking available. A British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter will be available. Supported by National Deaf Children’s Society. For more details contact: Lisa Sultana, community connector. Call or send a text message: 07792 661 704. Email: lisa.sultan@ndcs.org.uk.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Excited to welcome East Kilbride author Callum McSorley to St Leonards Library on Thu 24 Sept! 📚 He’ll be chatting about his Ally McCoist crime novels. Our Tartan Noir display is ready too! Free places are filling fast: call 01355 241 573 or book online: tinyurl.com/3x4423k2

A poster featuring a photo of an author, and text saying St Leonards Library, East Kilbride. CALLUM MCSORLEY. FREE AUTHOR TALK.

A display of library books under headers saying, TARTAN NOIR and The usual suspects...

A library display of crime books below a header saying The usual suspects...

Photos of book jackets of three Callum McSorley novels, Rat Race, Paperboy, and Squeaky Clean.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Author and actor Scott Kyle is visiting Carluke Library 👇 www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/80/carl... #NationalYearOfReading2026 #GoAllIn

A photo of the cover of the book It's Not Where You Start by Scott Kyle, and text saying, SCOTT KYLE. Author/Actor Visit. Author of It's Not Where You Start, acclaimed Scottish actor and singer, best known for his roles in Outlander, The Angels' Share, and the hit stage production Am No' a Billy, He's a Tim. Scott has built a successful career across film, television, and theatre, earning recognition for his powerful performances and engaging storytelling. “Singing am No a Billy, he’s a Tim”. Still playing in Edinburgh, Glasgow and other venues until October 2026 after 20 years of success. Now starring Charlie Miller as Billy and Simon Donnelly as Tim. Carluke Library Thursday 19th November 2pm – 3.30pm. Free Event. Contact Carluke Library on 01555 772134. Email: carluke@library.s-lanark.org.uk

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Biggar Library's latest book recommendation comes from Lorraine 😊

Biggar Library recommends The Ballad of Ronan McCoy by Colin Morgan.
Ronan is smart, sporty and popular — everything Brendan feels he isn’t. Yet Ronan always makes Brendan feel like a good friend, a good person, and a better version of himself.
On the first day of their final year at school, Brendan discovers that something terrible happened to Ronan over the summer, and that his best friend will never be quite the same again. As the year unfolds, Brendan has to learn how to navigate the new shape of their friendship and, ultimately, find his own place in the world without Ronan there to protect him.
A fantastic debut novel with wonderful, believable characters and a deeply moving story. I really enjoyed it and found it both heartfelt and emotional.
Recommended by Lorraine. Also available in Borrowbox in eAudio

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Do you like your Autumn Reads Spooky or Pumpkin Spicy? At East Kilbride Central Library, we're sure to have a book to suit your taste. Or why not mix it up a bit this year? 😉 www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/82/east...

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Fairhill Library are looking forward to the release of Julia Donaldson's 'The Gruffalo Granny'. Some of the young local artists have been busy colouring in pictures of the Gruffalo Granny to display in the library. You can place a reservation online at www.sllclibrary.co.uk for all books Gruffalo!

Julia Donaldson author of the month display. Decorated with pine cones, origami pine trees and beautifully coloured in pictures of the Gruffalo Granny by local children.

Julia Donaldson author of the month display. Decorated with a Gruffalo soft toy, paper pine trees, pine cones, The Cat's Cookbook by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler and Julia Donaldson's Song Book by Julia Donaldson.

Julia Donaldson author of the month display - showing Princess Mirror-Belle, The Gruffalo, The Scarecrow Wedding and Mr Birdsnest and the House Next Door all by Julia Donaldson.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today’s #ThrowbackThursday features this lovely poster for our upcoming Heritage and Local History Convention, BygoneCon, at Lanark Library! Find out more at www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/news/article... #TBT #BygoneCon

Poster featuring three old photos of streets in Lanark and text saying, BygoneCon 26. Celebrating our shared past. Saturday 17 October, Lanark Library. Contact 01555 661144 or bygonecon@library.s-lanark.org.uk

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Biggar Library are having a snappy Roald Dahl theme for Jolly Tots this Friday to celebrated Roald Dahl day. Book you space at southlanarkshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spyd...

Jolly Tots. Storytime and Craft at Biggar Library. Friday the eleventh of September, ten thirty to eleven thirty. Cost two pound or tiny ACE card. Book online. Call 01899 222060 or ask in the library.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Biggar Community Market Garden are having a Family Nature Day on Sunday 13th September and have set up a biodiversity treasure hunt that can be collected from Biggar Library between the 5th and 13th September. Stickers will be given to anyone who completes the hunt! 🥕

Family Nature Day display at Biggar Library.

Close up of the felt vegetables on the bottom of the display including Super Tato.

Poster on top of the display for Family Nature Day with the Scavenger Hunt beneath.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🎨✂️ Collage Poetry Workshop Get creative at this hands-on collage poetry workshop with Greg Thomas and the Edwin Morgan Trust. Experiment with words, images and ideas to create your own unique poetry. 🎟️ Book: tinyurl.com/yxry25sh In partnership with R900 #RutherglenBookFestival #R900 #GoAllIn

Poster featuring a photo of a poet and text saying Rutherglen 900 Presents, Rutherglen Book Festival Bios. Collage Poetry Workshop: With Greg Thomas and Edwin Morgan Trust. Saturday 21st November, 3pm - 4pm, Rutherglen Library. Join one of the editors of A Home in Space, which considers Edwin Morgan's concrete poetry for an hours workshop to discover your own inner visual poet. Be inspired by Morgan, who wrote Rutherglen, and join Greg on a journey to create your own concrete poetry. In partnership with the Edwin Morgan Trust. Sponsored by: Specsavers Rutherglen.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Larkhall Library is seeing red with our new display...

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

✍️ Place and Poetry: Nalini Paul Explore the connection between place, experience and creativity with poet Nalini Paul. An inspiring event for poetry lovers, readers and aspiring writers. 🎟️ Book: tinyurl.com/y792shpz In partnership with R900 #RutherglenBookFestival #R900 #GoAllIn

Poster featuring a photo of a poet and text saying Rutherglen 900 Presents, Rutherglen Book Festival Bios. Place and Poetry: Nalini Paul. Thursday 19th November, 6pm – 7pm, Rutherglen Library. Nature' and memory often work together to give us a sense of place. Join Doune-based poet and nature-lover Nalini Paul in this one-hour poetry workshop, engaging the senses through fun, guided writing exercises. Nalini's poetry is inspired by walks in ‘wild’ landscapes, memory and belonging. She will bring her expertise to help inspire new writing and poetry. This is a chance to explore, in your own way, your connection to Rutherglen, as it celebrates its 900th anniversary. Sponsored by: Specsavers Rutherglen.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Join us at Carluke Library for an Introductory Family History Course on 7th October. www.slleisureandculture.co.uk/info/80/carl...

Poster featuring a vintage photo of children standing in a street and text saying, Introductory Family History Course. CARLUKE LIBRARY WEDNESDAY 7 OCTOBER. Join us for a two-part genealogy session where you’ll: Explore the available resources to kick-start or continue your research. Get hands-on support using your own device or one of our library PCs. This is a group session, so booking is essential. £4.25 / £2.15 concessions / free with ActivAge. Call Carluke Library 01555 772134 or send an email to lanark.ref@library.s-lanark.org.uk.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Dougal and the Raiders of the Dark Park Join children's author Clare Leonard for a thrilling adventure with Dougal and the Raiders of the Dark Park. Perfect for young readers. 🎟️ Book: tinyurl.com/ym3jezcd In partnership with R900 #RutherglenBookFestival #R900 #GoAllIn

Poster featuring a photo of an author and text saying Rutherglen 900 Presents, Rutherglen Book Festival Bios. Dougal and the Raiders of the Dark Park: Clare Leonard. Saturday 14th November, 3pm – 4pm, Rutherglen Library. Join Rutherglen children's author Clare for a lively storytelling session filled with imagination, discussion and creativity. Enjoy a reading from Clare's book set in Rutherglen, 'Dougal and the Raiders of Dark Park', discover the local inspirations behind the story, ask questions, and take part in a fun craft activity inspired by the book. A perfect event for young readers and budding creatives. Sponsored by: Specsavers Rutherglen.

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

It's the end of the Summer Reading Challenge at Larkhall Library! It was a bumper year - we had an incredible 89 young readers take part. Huge congratulations to all of you and we hope you had a fantastic time with your books!

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Libraries South Lanarkshire @librariessl.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

🗣️ Tawkin Goonie in Rutherglen Celebrate Scots language, culture and storytelling with Michael Mullen. This event explores identity, community and the power of language through humour and conversation. 🎟️ Book: tinyurl.com/ywn7jsna In partnership with R900 #RutherglenBookFestival #R900 #GoAllIn

Poster featuring a photo of a poet and text saying Rutherglen 900 Presents, Rutherglen Book Festival Bios. Tawkin Goonie in Rutherglen: Michael Mullen. Thursday 12th November, 6pm – 7pm, Rutherglen Library. Join Rutherglen-raised Michael Mullen for an hour of poetry from acclaimed and raw collection goonie, which revels on growing up in the West coast of Scotland. Michael Mullen is Rutherglen-raised award-winning queer poet who writes in both Scots and English. Sponsored by: Specsavers Rutherglen.

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