Abingdon Library

On Thursday June 11th at 6pm Peter Tickler will be here to talk about his crime writing journey, which has taken him from the mean streets of Oxford (and Abingdon!) to the Cornish seaside. He will tell you honestly (mostly!) about the highs and lows of this journey, about the changes in the industry, the perils of the book launch, how to keep a series fresh, plus the big question: does he like the characters he has created? To book call 01865 815005 or email [email protected]

Have you heard about the NHS App, but aren't sure what it does or how to get started? Why not come along to a talk with our brilliant digital helper Ellen at Abingdon Library on Saturday 13th June at 11am?

Ellen will cover what you can use the NHS App for, what you need to get started, and where to get help if you need it.

This is a free session, but please book your place at the library counter or by phone on 01865 815005.

Do you want to give up smoking for good? Smoke Free Oxon runs a weekly Stop Smoking Clinic here at the library, every Monday from 2-5pm. Come along to the next session on Monday 1 June to talk to an adviser and find out about the free support you can get on your journey towards quitting.

Come to Explore Learning 's free English workshop at the library on Thursday 28th May at 11:30. These workshops are a great way for 4-11 years olds to pick up new skills and expand their knowledge and understanding in a fun and interactive way. No booking necessary but there are a limited number of spaces.

Our next ex-stock book sale will be running on this Friday 29th and Saturday 30th May. Come here for a fine selection of adult and children's fiction and non-fiction, at great prices.

Age UK Oxfordshire holds a monthly information drop-in at Abingdon Library on the last Tuesday of the month. Pop along for a chat and meet your local Link Worker for information and advice on a wide range of activities, services and organisations. The next session is on Tuesday 26th May 10:30am-12:00.

Blood Women is a love story. These poems introduce us to wonderful people using the most remarkable substance known to the human race: blood. Stephen Paul Wren's stunning collection features 15 poems about family, heredity, and love. Lesley Curwen’s collection Permanence, published in December 2025, is a collaboration on microplastics with Stephen Paul Wren. Call us on 01865 815005 to book your free ticket.

Our Tuesday afternoon Home Learning Hangout sessions are taking a break for the half-term holiday, but we'll be back with more books, games and crafts from Tuesday 2nd June – We look forward to seeing you there!

We still have spaces for our popular Racing Robots event during the half-term break!
Book your free half-hour slot between 10am and 12pm on Wednesday 27th May. Perfect for children aged 7+ with their parent or carer.
Ask at the library counter or call us on 01865 815005 to book your space.