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Social Fabric: A Completed Community Quilt Project in Torbay Libraries
Posted on 07 Jan 2025The Social Fabric project, led by Devon-based textile artist Allegra Galvin, has reached its conclusion, weaving together the vibrant stories of Torbay’s local communities. Commissioned by Libraries Unlimited, the project engaged residents from Brixham, Churston, Paignton, and Torquay libraries in creating a collaborative quilt celebrating shared history and creativity. Through workshops held earlier this year, … Continue reading
The joy of unearthing hidden local treasures
Posted on 03 Dec 2024After retiring in 2018, Christine embraced the freedom of having more spare time. Looking for a new routine, she began the search for a fulfilling volunteering position. A friend told Christine about a local history volunteering role at the library, and Christine thought, “This is right up my street.” Little did she know that this … Continue reading
The Gatherer’s Project builds connections with nature in Braunton
Posted on 28 Nov 2024Based in North Devon, The Gatherer’s project collected flowers during wellbeing walks, fostering connections between nature, the local community, and creativity. Over 18 families, including resettled Afghan families, handmade bookmarks that were secretly placed in library books as delightful surprises for borrowers. This project provided a space for creative expression, exploration of the local flora, … Continue reading
Wrap up wonder with a Library Card for Christmas
Posted on 22 Nov 2024Give the gift of a library card to those you love this festive season! A library card opens the door to books and a wealth of free digital resources, including BorrowBox, eAudiobooks, eBooks, ePress, Theory Test Pro, GoCitizen, and more! With 54 libraries across Devon and Torbay, an extensive digital resource collection, and reading challenges … Continue reading
Join Active Devon’s 16 Days of Action: Free wellbeing events across our libraries
Posted on 15 Nov 2024The 16 Days of Action campaign is running from 25 November (International Day Against Violence Against Women) to 10 December (World Human Rights Day), calling for an end to gender-based violence and violence against women and girls. Active Devon has partnered with Libraries Unlimited and other local organisations across Devon to raise awareness and encourage … Continue reading
The Gatherers Project: How to make your own pressed flower bookmark
Posted on 12 Nov 2024The Gatherers is a heartwarming initiative by Honeyscribe and Libraries Unlimited, based in Braunton, North Devon, that connects local residents and resettled Afghan families through nature and creativity. Participants come together on countryside walks to gather wildflowers, press them, and craft unique bookmarks using decommissioned library books. Each bookmark celebrates community, connection, and the beauty … Continue reading
Project to boost literacy sees pupils heading to Exmouth Library
Posted on 01 Nov 2024Littleham 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 2024Libraries 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 2024Primary 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 School Literacy Network (SLN). James worked with … Continue reading
Offering everyone a warm welcome
Posted on 17 Oct 2024Now 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