Keep up with the latest news, events, and activities happening at The Old Library. Our calendar is always packed with something exciting, from workshops and storytelling sessions to community meetings and special celebrations. Explore what's coming up and join us in making every moment at The Old Library memorable. To view this week's general library and cafe opening times, click here.
April 2026
Sat, 25/04/2026 - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Children's Storytime: I Don't Want to Go to Bed! by Julie Sykes
Join us for a free Children's Storytime session at The Old Library, Skircoat Green, featuring the much-loved picture book I Don't Want to Go to Bed! by Julie Sykes, illustrated by Tim Warnes. Fun, songs, and activities for little ones aged 3 to 7.
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Tue, 28/04/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Structured lessons for real progression from a qualified and experienced teacher.
Intermediate to advanced (from B1+).
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Weekly on Tuesday, 1:45 - 3:15pm
May 2026
Tue, 05/05/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Structured lessons for real progression from a qualified and experienced teacher.
Intermediate to advanced (from B1+).
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Repeats:
Weekly on Tuesday, 1:45 - 3:15pm
Thu, 07/05/2026 - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
First Thursday Book Club
Monthly on every first Thursday at 10:30am. If you're interested please contact Ann at admn.theoldlibrary@gmail.com
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Repeats:
Monthly on the first Thursday, 10:30 - 11:30am
Mon, 11/05/2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Viv Rawnsley - Mindfulness and Relaxation
Feeling stressed? Viv Rawnsley a trained hypnotherapist leads small groups for an enjoyable and relaxing experience.
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Tue, 12/05/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Structured lessons for real progression from a qualified and experienced teacher.
Intermediate to advanced (from B1+).
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Repeats:
Weekly on Tuesday, 1:45 - 3:15pm
Wed, 13/05/2026 - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
2nd Wednesday Book Club
Book club to be held in the library every second Wednesday. If your interested please email Ann at admn.theoldlibrary@gmail.com
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Repeats:
Monthly on the second Wednesday, 6 - 7pm
Fri, 15/05/2026 - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Road That Carried Me East - A Solo Woman's Journey in 1967.
In 1967 it was possible to buy a bus ticket that took to you from London to Bombay.
This is the story of one woman's journey. The talk is given by Susan Verity. Tickets are £5 available at the library or online.
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Tue, 19/05/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Structured lessons for real progression from a qualified and experienced teacher.
Intermediate to advanced (from B1+).
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Repeats:
Weekly on Tuesday, 1:45 - 3:15pm
Tue, 26/05/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Structured lessons for real progression from a qualified and experienced teacher.
Intermediate to advanced (from B1+).
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Repeats:
Weekly on Tuesday, 1:45 - 3:15pm
June 2026
Mon, 01/06/2026 - 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Viv Rawnsley - Mindfulness and Relaxation
Feeling stressed? Viv Rawnsley a trained hypnotherapist leads small groups for an enjoyable and relaxing experience.
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Tue, 02/06/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Structured lessons for real progression from a qualified and experienced teacher.
Intermediate to advanced (from B1+).
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Repeats:
Weekly on Tuesday, 1:45 - 3:15pm
Thu, 04/06/2026 - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
First Thursday Book Club
Monthly on every first Thursday at 10:30am. If you're interested please contact Ann at admn.theoldlibrary@gmail.com
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Repeats:
Monthly on the first Thursday, 10:30 - 11:30am
Fri, 05/06/2026 - 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Essell Therapies Refresh and Reset Workshop
This is a series of workshops ran by Essell Therapies.
To book please contact esselltherapies@gmail.com or book on their website www.esselltherapies.com.
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Repeats:
Weekly on Friday, 9:30am - 12pm until Fri, Jun 26 2026
Tue, 09/06/2026 - 1:45 pm - 3:15 pm
Petit Minous French Tutoring
Structured lessons for real progression from a qualified and experienced teacher.
Intermediate to advanced (from B1+).
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Repeats:
Weekly on Tuesday, 1:45 - 3:15pm