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Project to boost literacy sees pupils heading to Exmouth Library

Posted on 01 Nov 2024

Littleham Primary School pupils enjoy activities at the library   This month, Exmouth Library welcomed the whole of Littleham Church of England Primary School as part of a project from Libraries Unlimited to increase literacy.  For many of the children in the school, this was their first visit to the library.    The children were divided into … Continue reading

Libraries Unlimited to Launch Book Awards to Inspire Reading and Library Support

Posted on 30 Oct 2024

Libraries Unlimited is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Book Awards, a campaign designed to encourage library use and celebrate the power of reading at a time when library closures are increasing across the country. Recognising the role libraries play in providing accessible information, activities, and community support, the Book Awards aim to … Continue reading

Young Devon poets perform their work  

Posted on 29 Oct 2024

Primary school pupils delight parents and family during shows in libraries  Children from five Devon primary schools have enjoyed the chance to write and deliver live performances of their poetry. The youngsters have been working with prize-winning children’s poet James Carter in a week-long project rolled out by the Somerset Literacy Network (SLN). James worked with … Continue reading

Offering everyone a warm welcome  

Posted on 17 Oct 2024

Now that the colder months have arrived, our libraries across Devon and Torbay are excited to launch Cold Days, Warm Libraries once again. Starting in October, 37 libraries will be participating with specific activities, and all will continue to be safe, warm, and friendly spaces for everyone.  Everyone is welcome, whether it’s to enjoy a … Continue reading

Enjoy a cosy film at your local library

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Bring your own popcorn and enjoy award-winning screenings   around Devon and Torbay  A new winter season of low-cost ‘Films at the Library’ is being rolled out by Libraries Unlimited across Devon and Torbay.  It’s now the seventh successful season of cosy in-house screenings for the charity, which runs the 54 libraries across the county.  The new … Continue reading

Blood pressure monitors now available for loan at Paignton Library

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At Libraries Unlimited, we’re always looking for new ways to support our communities and improve lives. As part of this commitment, we’re pleased to introduce a new pilot scheme at Paignton Library, where residents can now borrow blood pressure monitors.   Why Offer Blood Pressure Monitors for Loan? Managing health shouldn’t be complicated or expensive. … Continue reading

Social Fabric: Textile project triumphantly returns to Churston Library

Posted on 15 Oct 2024

Libraries Unlimited commissioned Devon-based textile artist, Allegra Galvin to work on an ambitious project across Brixham, Churston, Paignton and Torquay libraries. Allegra’s proposal, Social Fabric, involved public workshops in which participants pieced together segments of fabric which hold specific meaning for them. Storytelling is a huge part of the project, which culminated in the creation … Continue reading

Making libraries more inclusive and accessible with virtual tours

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Virtual tours are just one of the many innovative ways Libraries Unlimited is making libraries feel more welcoming and accessible for the entire local community. Whether it’s parents wanting to explore their local library’s children’s area or those with mobility issues, a virtual tour provides an easy way to assess the environment and plan their … Continue reading

The Secret Book Quest is Rolled Out Across Libraries In Bradford

Posted on 09 Oct 2024

Libraries Unlimited’s ‘The Secret Book Quest’ bought in by Bradford City Council to help childhood literacy Libraries Unlimited’s popular The Secret Book Quest is being launched in libraries in Bradford, West Yorkshire. The Quest, which is available both as a free sticker-booklet and an online programme, has so far helped over 10,000 children across Devon … Continue reading

Championing sustainability this Green Libraries Week

Posted on 07 Oct 2024

  It’s Green Libraries Week 2024! From October 7th to 13th, we’re celebrating the incredible initiatives our libraries are creating and participating in. From community gardens, warm coat and uniform banks, community fridge projects, to children’s toy swaps and even a Halloween costume swap, our libraries are transforming into vibrant hubs of sustainability.  Over the … Continue reading

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