Rotherham Libraries

Rhymetime sessions are delivered weekly, including school holidays, at all our Libraries and Neighbourhood Hubs. Our Rhymetime sessions are suitable for babies and pre-school children. Contact your local library for more details rotherham.gov.uk/libraries

Join us at Mowbray Gardens Library & Neighbourhood Hub on Sunday 26th October, 11am–12pm for a FREE family craft session! Perfect for families, just bring an adult if you're little! More info: rotherham.gov.uk/libraries #RotherhamLibraries #NatureExplorers #FamilyFun #FreeEvent

Join us at Mowbray Gardens Library & Neighbourhood Hub on Friday 31st October, 14:00-15:00pm for a FREE Halloween craft session! Costumes welcome (but not required) so perfect for families (children must be with an adult). More info: rotherham.gov.uk/libraries #RotherhamLibraries

Join us at Mowbray Gardens Library & Neighbourhood Hub on Tuesday 28th October, 11am–12pm for a FREE family craft session! 🎨🦔 Perfect for families (children must be with an adult). Find out more: rotherham.gov.uk/libraries #RotherhamLibraries #AutumnCrafts #FamilyFun #FreeEvent

Come along to Dinnington Library and Neighbourhood Hub for After School Craft sessions. These are every Tuesday (Term Time only) between 3.45-4.45pm. Give us a call on 01709 334426 if you want to pop along. These sessions are Free and Recommended for ages between 4 and 7.

Celebrate Black History Month with Us! Join us at Mowbray Gardens Library & Neighbourhood Hub on Saturday, October 4th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a vibrant, hands-on activity where families can make their own African drums!

Happy #NationalComicBookDay! Y4 from Ashwood School & Y5 from Kilnhurst St Thomas joined us at Rawmarsh & Swinton Libraries for a comic book masterclass with Kev F! 🖍️💥 Here’s the brilliant covers the children created! 👇 Thanks to Kev & both schools for an unforgettable day!

Roald Dahl Day is a special occasion dedicated to celebrating the enchanting tales of Roald Dahl. Join us at Thorpe Hesley Library to engage in fun activities to honor the magic and joy his stories bring to children everywhere. Drop in event, no need to book.

Come along to our PEEP Stay and Play sessions at Aston Library. Restarting on Tuesday 9th September, join our fun, friendly toddler group, with PEEP activities to help you support your child’s speech and development through play and everyday life. Tuesdays (term-time) 10- 1.

Have you finished the Summer Reading Challenge? There’s still time to complete it and collect your certificate and medal. Visit your local library to update your progress — staff are happy to help. #SummerReadingChallenge #LibrariesLoveReading

Riverside Library invites you to explore how traditional tales and languages are woven into our identities. Suitable for all ages, especially multilingual families with children from 6-12 years old. Either bring a packed lunch or treat yourself at the café. Book with the library.

Summer of Fun Day at Rawmarsh Library and Neighbourhood Hub – Wednesday 20th August 10.00am to 16.30pm. This fun day is to celebrate our dear friend and colleague JOY, who sadly passed away last year and made possible by donations given in her honour.

🧱 Kids love LEGO? Our libraries run fun LEGO Clubs where they can build & play! 📍 Days/times vary by branch — ask in your local library for details. Let creativity stack up! 🎉 #LEGOClub #LibrariesAreFun #FamilyFun

Grab a cup of tea and join us while we chat about all matters life and death. Rotherham Central Library host an informal get together with no set agenda offering people a safe space to talk about their thoughts, feelings, and personal experiences about life and death. Sat 12:30-2

Are you feeling no escape from the heatwave? Why not refresh yourself by diving into a captivating book in the fully air-conditioned Swinton Library & Neighbourhood Hub? If you prefer the outdoors, unwind in our serene and fully private reading garden while soaking up the sun.

Bee-Bots Club at Thurcroft Library & Neighbourhood Hub on Saturdays 9:30am - 1:00pm Come and play with our Bee-Bots every Saturday morning. Drop in between 9:30am and 1:00pm to have a go. Learn simple programming while taking part in fun challenges. Free, suitable for ages 4+.

Story lantern workshop. Storyteller Robin Simpson will be joining us for the session. Swinton Library & Neighbourhood Hub, Friday 8th August 10:30am to 12:00pm. This is a free event, so please see a member of staff or call 01709 254615 to book your place and avoid disappointment.

Join us at Thurcroft Library & Neighbourhood Hub every Friday between 10:00am and 12:30pm for a cuppa and a chat. Feel free to bring any friends along or come and meet new people. Various activities will be available to take part in such as jigsaws, craft activities and more!

Riverside Library invites you to explore how traditional tales and languages are woven into our identities. Suitable for all ages, especially multilingual families with children from 6-12 years old. Either bring a packed lunch or treat yourself at the café. Book with the library.

✨ Lots of fun making Story Lanterns with storyteller Robin Simpson yesterday! 🎨📖 Catch him at more Rotherham Libraries branches this summer as part of the #SummerReadingChallenge! 📅 Ages 5+ — book at your local library! #RotherhamLibraries #StoryTime