Audience - Children

Bring your imagination, we provide the bricks! Join us between 10.30 - 12.30 to create the Challenge of the day with Lego!

Bring your imagination, we provide the bricks! Join us between 10.30 - 12.30 to create the Challenge of the day with Lego!

Library Littles offers a magical space for early years children (aged 0-5 years) and their guardians to delight in reading, sensory play, and song. 
Designed to support early language development and pre-literacy skills, Library Littles focuses on a relaxed ‘learning through play’ approach, fostering opportunities for children to express themselves creatively and imaginatively.

What to Expect:   
• Interactive storytelling and songs with our Library Assistants  
• A range of toys and equipment for your child to explore and interact with  
• Exciting themes such as ‘Under the Sea’, ‘Out in Space’ and ‘Jungle Safari’  
• It’s FREE to attend. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult but please only book a space for the child attending. Spaces are limited: Please cancel your booking if you can’t attend. 

If you or your child have any access requirements or if you need further information about the event, please contact the library ahead of the session.

By attending, you are responsible for your child's safety during this session.

Join us at Oakley for a story time in the interactive space!

Booking is essential; tickets are only required for children. 

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event.

Learn to code at Hucclecote Library. Take your first steps into coding as you explore the world of coding languages all at your own pace, with the support of our friendly volunteers. Progress through step-by-step projects & create games and animations using programs like Scratch. 

Suitable for children aged 7 - 14 years.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please only book a space for the number of children wanting to take part.

If you suddenly can't make it, please cancel your space so another child can attend as there is limited availability.

Join author Andy Seed and a whole host of rare and amazing creatures from around the world as Andy shares his new book Interview with a Panda and Other Endangered Animals Too. We’ll meet chameleons, flying foxes, rhinos, rare crocodiles and a strange parrot that can’t fly among others, and learn why these special animals need our help. A mix of fun and facts for ages 5-11. 

If you are no longer able to attend please cancel your booking so that someone on the waiting list can have your space. 

TICKETS: PAY WHAT YOU CHOOSE: We don't want price to be a barrier to enjoying creativity and culture in our libraries. Simply choose how much you pay for your tickets based on what’s right for you (from £0 to £10) and enjoy the event. All additional proceeds will act as donations which will go towards providing other free events, projects and services at Gloucestershire Libraries.

Gloucestershire Libraries are committed to creating an inclusive community and are working towards a place where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued for who they are. Our events are for everyone: We welcome you whatever your socio-economic background, ability, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. If you have any access requirements or if you need further information about the event, please contact libraries.development@gloucestershire.gov.uk ahead of the session.

Please note that all sales for our paid events are final. This includes ‘pay what you choose’ events. Refunds are only allowed in limited circumstances:

If the event has been rescheduled, postponed, or moved, you can request a refund by cancelling your place online and emailing libraries.development@gloucestershire.gov.uk.

If the event has been cancelled, you will receive a refund automatically.

Join us at Stroud Library for story time every Monday between 11:00 - 11:30.

Please book online or register with staff on arrival.

Library Littles offers a magical space for early years children (aged 0-5 years) and their guardians to delight in reading, sensory play, and song. 
Designed to support early language development and pre-literacy skills, Library Littles focuses on a relaxed ‘learning through play’ approach, fostering opportunities for children to express themselves creatively and imaginatively.

What to Expect:   
• Interactive storytelling and songs with our Library Assistants  
• A range of toys and equipment for your child to explore and interact with  
• Exciting themes such as ‘Under the Sea’, ‘Out in Space’ and ‘Jungle Safari’  
• It’s FREE to attend. 

Children must be accompanied by an adult but please only book a space for the child attending. Spaces are limited: Please cancel your booking if you can’t attend. 

If you or your child have any access requirements or if you need further information about the event, please contact the library ahead of the session.

By attending, you are responsible for your child's safety during this session.

Get creative and eco-friendly at our sun catcher craft workshop! Join us at the library to make your own beautiful sun catcher using recycled plastic and reclaimed book jacket covers. You can choose to take your creation home to brighten up your windows or add it to our library display for everyone to enjoy. This fun and sustainable craft activity is perfect for anyone aged 5+ years.

Please note, spaces are limited so please book to confirm your place.

If you are no longer able to attend please cancel your booking so that someone on the waiting list can enjoy the event. 

Gloucestershire Libraries are committed to creating an inclusive community and are working towards a place where everyone feels welcome, safe and valued for who they are. Our events are for everyone: We welcome you whatever your socio-economic background, ability, gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, religious beliefs or sexual orientation. If you have any access requirements or if you need further information about the event, please contact libraries.development@gloucestershire.gov.uk ahead of the session.