Central Library, Cambridge

30/10/2026

Step into the world of the Queen of Crime with the British Library's Agatha Christie: A World of Mystery touring exhibition panels, now at Cambridge Central Library!

Discover the life, works and enduring legacy of one of the world's most beloved authors through this fascinating free exhibition. Whether you're a lifelong Christie fan or simply curious to learn more, be sure to visit, explore and feel inspired to borrow books from the special display!

The panels are inspired by a major exhibition at the British Library in London, and come to us through our membership of the Living Knowledge Network. They will be on show in Cambridge until the end of December, and will tour the larger libraries in Cambridgeshire from January.



[Image: An old fashioned black typewriter with a shadow resembling detective Hercule Poirot. Text reads ‘Agatha Christie, a World of Mystery, in your local library’ with the British Library Living Knowledge Network logo]

29/10/2026

Our next monthly newsletter will be landing in your inboxes on Monday 2nd November!

It’ll contain plenty of useful event listings - such as our new Virtual Reality Tour dates, this season’s ‘Library Presents’ workshops and performances, and updates on the British Library’s new Agatha Christie panel exhibition that will be touring our Cambridgeshire Libraries for viewing.

If you haven't already, you can sign up to receive our next edition here: https://bit.ly/4fCG9RR

(Image some old mail boxes on a yellow wall).

28/10/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for our Spooky Crafts session yesterday at Barnwell Road Library. We loved seeing all your fantastic Halloween creations and creative ideas!

If you missed out, don't worry! There are still exciting activities taking place at Arbury Court Library tomorrow:

Bird Puppet Making Workshop: Thursday 29 October, 12:30 pm-1:30 pm
Get creative and make your own bird puppets while learning more about nature and wildlife.
Booking required:
https://www.library.live/the-library-presents-events/s5buaezgidf0gnzipzjpclvoxn2h99-p4557-clgjg-zy8c3-x3dzs-65hbs-ygnkg-ds9jx-gx4r5-5ta22-knfpx-67t9h-r6kxe

Spooky Crafts: Thursday 29 October, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Join us for a fun-filled hour of Halloween-themed arts and crafts. All materials are provided, and you'll be able to take your creations home with you.
Booking recommended:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spooky-crafts-at-arbury-court-library-tickets-1999702734710?aff=odcleoeventsincollection

We hope to see you there for more half-term fun!



Image description: Halloween-themed craft session at Barnwell Road Library, with the library set up for the activity.

27/10/2026

is the perfect opportunity for people from all ages and backgrounds in our local community to learn about sustainability and green action for themselves and their neighbourhoods.

Why not borrow these titles to learn more about Climate Change, the environment and sustainability? Or explore the Climate, Energy and Environment pages of the online catalogue, here: https://bit.ly/3SUD7CL



Video description: A globe above the heading 'Informative (Children's) Books About Climate Change for Green Libraries Week', followed by a slide where one book cover appears, then another, before fading away.

This repeats for twelve different titles. These include:

Cities Going Wild by Catherine Barr, A Cleaner Planet by Rex Luther, Climate Challenge by Rex Luther, Could Rainforests Save Planet Earth? By Olivia Watson, Earth Heroes by Lily Dyu, Let's Talk Climate Change by Ruth Owen, Nature is the Answer by Chris Packham, The Spectacular Science of the Living World by Rob Colson, Can We Really Help the Tigers by Katie Daynes, Friends in Nature by Marina Ruiz, Green by Nicola Davies, a kids book about Climate Change by Zanagee Artis and Olivia Greenspan.

26/10/2026

Calling all Home Educating families!
Join one of our free, friendly welcome sessions and explore the full range of resources your library can offer to support you and your children on your home ed journeys. Please book in the library or via the relevant Eventbrite link shared in the comments.

Ely Library, Tuesday 10 November, 10am-12 noon
Cambourne Library, Friday 13 November, 2-4pm
March Library, Tuesday 24 November, 10am-12 noon
Cambridge Central Library, Thursday 26 November, 2-4pm

Huntingdon Library hosts free drop-in sessions for home-educated children every Friday 2-4pm (term-time only). Meet other home-educators, play board games, do a jigsaw puzzle or browse the books! For children aged 4-16, who must be accompanied by an adult. For more information please ask in the library, email [email protected] or call 0345 045 5225


[Image: Library shelves full of books and audiobooks. Above them, cupboard doors with a design of trees and image of a globe]

26/10/2026

Bird Puppet Making at Arbury Court Library this half term. Make a puppet inspired by British and migrating birds.
Thursday 29 October 11.30am
Pay What You Can.
Book in advance to secure your space: https://www.ticketsource.com/thelibrarypresents/bird-puppet-making/e-yrkaor

23/10/2026

Looking for family activities over this half term?

Join us at Cambridge Central Library, Barnwell Road Library, and Arbury Court Library for a fantastic range of autumn events, from spooky crafts and seasonal storytimes to a special author event and eco-friendly Halloween fun!

Whether you'd like to get creative, enjoy a story, or learn something new, there's something for everyone. Alongside our exciting events, we also have fantastic Halloween books waiting to be discovered!

All the events are free, and booking is recommended where stated. Find out more and book your place: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/october-half-term-at-cambridge-central-city-4884692/.

We can't wait to welcome you to the library this half-term!



Image shows a series of seasonal spooky paper-based craft creations, including cats, ghosts and pumpkins.

Find out what's happening at your local library during October half-term!

22/10/2026

Don't miss the wonderful new books that we have now available at Cambridge Central Library. Fiction, non-fiction, children's books, there's something for everyone, we are are sure of it!

Among these new books, we have the memoirs of two very beloved actors: "Vagabond" by Tim Curry and "Fictional Selves" by Kyle MacLachlan.

You can place a reservation online browsing our catalogue at https://cambridgeshire.spydus.co.uk/ or you can visit Central Library any day of the week, we are open 7 days a week!

Image description: a picture of the books "Vagabond" by Tim Curry and "Fictional Selves" by Kyle MacLachlan