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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Southend Libraries are thrilled to be hosting two FREE workshop events this forthcoming #BlackHistoryMonth. Writing Historical Fiction Workshop with Ola Awonubi Wednesday 14 October Little Authors & Illustrators: Make Your Own Kala Book! Monday 26 October Book at: pentoprint.org/about/events/

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Have Your Say on the Future of Southchurch Library - Community Drop In Sessions Announced! Please come along to one of the supporting Drop In Sessions to join the conversation. The online survey is available at: tinyurl.com/52uhs4uy until Sunday 4th October.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

For those who enjoy good company when they craft... Crafty Crusaders sessions are held each Tuesday at #Southchurch Library, offering an opportunity to #Knit, #Stitch, #Crochet & #Embroider your personal craft projects in the warm, relaxing atmosphere of the library. Just come along from 10am - 1pm.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Another month, another 'Knitting Together' session to look forward to! All are welcome to attend, whatever your experience or ability. 📆 Thursday 24th September, 2pm-4pm (& every last Thursday of the month) 📍 Kent Elms Library, 1 Rayleigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex SS9 5UU

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

We set the challenge and once again the children of our city rose to meet it, with unfailing enthusiasm, humour, determination and a demonstrable love of reading! ✨✨✨ Here is a before and after comparison of The Forum's Summer Reading Challenge Completer's Board. Well done everyone! 👏👏👏

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Always funny, incisive and full of insight, a high point of our summer is reading your wonderful #SummerReadingChallenge reviews! Here are four three-star reviews from Mathilda and Astrid, who are taking the challenge at #Leigh Library. Yay - full marks! 💯🥰 #KeepReading!

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

A lovely photo of Rose, aged 10, who recently completed her Summer Reading Challenge 2026 by only reading books about owls! You can see her dear friend 'Orange Owl' completed the challenge too! Twit-twoo! 🦉 Congratulations Rose and Orange Owl! ✨✨✨

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Libraries Connected @librariesconnected.org.uk · 26/08/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dolly Parton. Dolly understood the transformative power of books and through her Imagination Library shared that passion with millions of children around the world. She will be greatly missed across the library and literacy sectors.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

A previously unrecognised Butterfly colony passed through The Forum on Saturday, all dazzling, dashing and characterful, and puzzling even the most experienced entomologists! 🦋🦋🦋 Such wonderful creativity! Thank you to all the children who came along and created these beautiful creatures. ✨✨✨

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

FREE Replacement #HearingAid batteries are available to collect from Southend Libraries. Please visit your local Southend Library and bring your NHS Hearing Aid Battery Book/Card with you. Hand in your old batteries for disposal too!

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Have you discovered our BorrowBox highlighted titles for August? Available throughout the month for immediate download, two gripping tales on eAudio: Cormac McCarthy's 'The Passenger' Kristin Hannah 'The Great Alone' Follow the BorrowBox link at: southend.spydus.co.uk and start listening today!

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

If you would like to 'Slow Down and #Stitch' along with likeminded #Crafters, next month's dates for this #Calming session at #Westcliff Library are: Wednesday 2nd & 23rd September. This lovely relaxing session is for stitchers to progress their projects - please bring your materials with you.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

A Mystery at Leigh Library! Mysterious Golden Beans were found at Leigh library this morning by staff. As of yet, no one has been able to identify them. Could this be in connection with Go All In to Fantasy this February? #BeanstalkUpdate #GoAllIntoFantasy #LeighLibrary

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Check out your Reading Roundup #Southend ... we loved sharing our library with you almost as much as you loved @richardosman1.bsky.social !📚 Thank you for a great 2025 from everyone at #SouthendLibraries

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

In the New Year Southend Libraries will host our first Death Café. This is an opportunity to come together and share your experience, over tea, coffee and cake. 📅 Wednesday 14th January at 11am 📍 Westcliff Library, 649 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex SS0 9PD

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who came along to #Southchurch Library's first 'Countdown to Christmas' craft session! You all made such lovely decorations - we hope you enjoy displaying them! 🎄

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

There's nothing more exciting than a little winter #WindowShopping! Which gift would you wish to receive? 🎁 Visit The #ChildrensLibrary at The Forum to see our enchanting Christmas #ToyShop display in full effect! #LibraryDisplay #ChristmasDisplay #ForumSouthend

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

👀 Take a look inside Southchurch Library - transformed to celebrate the season! ❄ The beautiful Christmas decorations you see are all made from pages of old books, destined solely to be recycled!🎄

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Drop by The Forum for Adult Fiction, Non-Fiction and Children's displays, all celebrating St. Andrew's Day, this coming Sunday. You'll find new stock amongst the selections, so why not read to the theme this weekend! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 #StAndrewsDay #Fiction #NonFiction #ChildrensLibrary

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

We think you'll love this Christmas crafting activity at #KentElms library! Join us as we create Santa, Elf and Snowman hanging decorations. 🎅 ❄ 🧝‍♀️ ❄ ⛄ Saturday 6th December & Saturday 20th December Suitable for ages 4+ with supervision. £1 per child. No booking required.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Bob Mays will be visiting Southend Libraries to discuss his personal journey with #ParkinsonsDisease. There will be a Q&A session plus the opportunity to donate to Parkinson’s UK. Monday 24th Nov, 2-3.30pm at The Forum Tickets are FREE, at: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/southend-l... or call: 01702 534111

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

The weekend is almost here and so is the time for some wholesome play! 🎉🎉🎉 Studies have found that Brick-Building play can improve spatial awareness, problem-solving and motor skills and can boost a child's imagination and concentration. So, let's get building! 🧱🧱🧱

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Customer Notice All Southend Library venues will be closed on the morning of Thursday 4th December for staff training. The Forum will open at 1.30pm Branch Libraries will open at 2pm We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

If you like to listen to music, you'll love to listen to these! 🎤🎸🥁 Titles recently added to our BorrowBox collection include 'The Drums' by Mike Joyce, 'Ozzy & Me' by Stephen Rea and 'The Life and Trials of Cliff Richard' by Matt Richards and Mark Langthorne. Listen at: southend.borrowbox.com

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

Please remember, each Southend Library venue offers you a Warm Space this winter and beyond. Our libraries are safe, non-judgmental venues - whatever your reason for visiting, you will always be guaranteed a #WarmSpace and a warm welcome. #WarmHub #SouthendonSea @southendcityc.bsky.social

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Will you be watching? Why not contextualise your viewing with a bit of reading? Another series of the beloved celebrity show kicks off on Sunday night and we have a selection of associated reads at The Forum, each crying 'Get me out of here!'... Please borrow and oblige. 🐍

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Raining outside? 🌧 Come play inside! ☀️ Brick-Building play will be held at five of our libraries tomorrow morning from 10am - 12pm: Kent Elms, Leigh, Shoeburyness, Southchurch and Westcliff Libraries. A great way to begin your weekend - just drop by! 🥰

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Bob Mays will be visiting Southend Libraries to discuss his personal journey with #ParkinsonsDisease. Includes a Q&A session. Monday 24th November, 2-3.30pm at The Forum Tickets are FREE and can be reserved from: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/southend-l..., or call The Forum on: 01702 534111

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

Have you visited your local Southend Library lately? We are always adding new stock to our bookshelves - check us out for the latest releases and classic reads! #KeepReading #LoveYourLibrary #FeedYourReadingHabit #StockRoom

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 12/11/2025

The Booker Prizes have announced 'Flesh' by David Szalay as the winner of the Booker Prize 2025! 'Written in spare prose, Flesh is a propulsive novel about a man who is unravelled by a series of events beyond his grasp.' Place your reservations at: southend.spydus.co.uk

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

No tricks only treats in our #HalloweenFiction displays at The Forum! 🎃 We have four themed selections, catering to every ghoulish taste this spooky season. 'Dracula' 🧛‍♂️ 'Ghosts' 👻 'Witches' 🧙‍♀️ 'Just Plain Spooky'! 💀 You'll find new titles in each of our displays! #HalloweenReads #FearsomeFiction

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

We deduce that fans of 'Murder, She Wrote' will not want to miss our next Southend Libraries Presents event: 'Murder, She Ate!' with author Jenny Hammerton. Please note: tickets are FREE and will be available from 1st November from The Forum Reception and from our Eventbrite page. Stay tuned!

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Another lovely example of the creativity of the 'Crafty Kids' at Southchurch Library. Don't these Autumnal Animals look snug with their scarves on - beautiful! 👏👏👏 Crafty Kids meet on the first Saturday of the month - look out for news of November's activity - coming soon!

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

We're already some way through the Autumn term of Storyrhymes sessions! Check out the booking day for your preferred branch and reserve your spot. Storyrhymes is a free 30 minute session of fun for the under 5s. See you there!

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

Customer Notice The People’s Network - Email Access Due to technical issues, customers may be unable to access email accounts from the following providers: Gmail, Yahoo and AOL. Our IT Team are currently working to resolve this issue. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Here are some of the beautiful Milk Bottle Planters created by the talented #CraftyKids who came along to #Southchurch Library's crafting session on Saturday! Aren't they lovely! 🎍✨🎍✨🎍

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

Join Historic England to "Help Us Find #Southend's Hidden Heritage". Discover local heritage, contribute photos and stories, and learn how to nominate buildings for the National Heritage List for England. Bring your device to take part. Reserve your place: www.trybooking.com/uk/events/la...

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

Southend Libraries welcomes applications for a permanent full time Senior Library Manager post, primarily based at The Forum. For full details, please visit: tinyurl.com/bdz8yfx2 #SouthendOnSea #SouthendLibraries #SouthEssex #Essex #Libraries #LibraryVacancy

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

From mystical pawnshops to ancient kingdoms, the 2025 Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize shortlist has been announced! Discover more at: www.wilbur-niso-smithfoundation.org/index.php/pr... All shortlisted titles are in stock, or on order at Southend Libraries.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 12/07/2025

Enter the Story Garden at Kent Elms Library! 🌼🚪🌼 The scene is set for a summer of unbound imaginations and adventures in reading! 🥰 Look forward to fun activities and competitions - more details coming soon! 👀 #KentElmsLibrary 🌸 #SummerReadingChallenge 🌸 #ComingSoon

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

We hope you'll waddle over to The Forum this weekend! We have a pen of delightful young penguins designed by local schools, plus a large Penguin on The Forum concourse, as part of Waddle-on-Sea. 🐧🐧🐧 Collect your Waddle-on-Sea map at our Reception desk, to complete the trail! #SouthendOnSea

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

We are recruiting! Southend Libraries welcomes applications for two permanent part-time Library Officer vacancies, primarily based at Leigh Library. For full details, please visit: southend-borough-council.job-essentials.com

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

This month #Leigh Library #Chess Mates will meet on Saturday 12th July & Saturday 26th July. Just us for a game from 11am-1pm! All adults and children over 5 welcome. ☺️

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

#Volunteer with us! ❤️💛💙💚 The deadline for applications has been extended to Sunday 15th June. Interested? Aged 14+? Collect an application form from your local #Southend Library, or email: librarydevelopment@southend.gov.uk #SummerReadingChallenge2025

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

Love to puzzle? 10 classic puzzles including #Codewords, #Crosswords and #Sudoku have been added to the PressReader platform. Next time you're reading the dailies or your favourite magazine, why not check them out? southend.spydus.co.uk

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

'The Crafty Ones' is a friendly crochet group who meet every Thursday between 11am - 3pm at The Forum. If you love to #Knit or #Crochet, or would love to learn, but need more assistance than youtube tutorials can offer - why not drop by? A warm welcome from Dennis and the gang is guaranteed!

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Customer Notice Kent Elms Library will close at 1pm today, Friday 30th May, due to unforeseen circumstances. Usual opening will resume tomorrow. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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southendlibraries.bsky.social @southendlibraries.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Could you, or someone you know, benefit from #FreeMobileData? The Forum is a distribution point for free sim cards to those in the community who may be experiencing digital exclusion. No booking required - simply visit The Forum on Wednesdays or Thursdays, from 3pm - 5pm. #ForumSouthend

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