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📚✨ What an incredible day at the reopening of Kilburn Library on Salusbury Road!

It was amazing to see so many residents come together to celebrate this beautiful new space. The atmosphere was buzzing, the activities were a huge hit, and everyone had a fantastic time getting involved. 💛

After a £1 million transformation, the new-look library is now a modern, welcoming community hub, featuring:

🌿 A bright, open single-floor layout
🎨 Flexible spaces for exhibitions, workshops & performances
💻 A dedicated digital zone and extra study spaces
👶 A vibrant children’s area with sensory features
🏛️ Studio42 – a refurbished community space for events, meetings & courses
📖 An expanded and refreshed book collection

We can’t wait to see this wonderful space buzzing with learning, creativity and connection for a long time to come. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the launch so special! 💫

🎉 Kilburn Library is reopening on Monday 2 February!

After an exciting £1m refurbishment funded by the council’s Strategic Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and Arts Council England, the library returns as a vibrant, inclusive space for reading, learning and creativity.

What’s new?
✨ Modern single‑floor layout
✨ Refreshed interiors and cosy furnishings
✨ More study spaces and a dedicated digital zone
✨ Upgraded children’s area with sensory features
✨ A fully refurbished, hireable community room – studio42
✨ Expanded and refreshed book stock

With 2026 being the National Year of Reading, the new Kilburn Library is ready to be at the heart of Brent’s celebrations. We can’t wait to welcome you back! 💛

🎄 Brent Libraries, Culture and Heritage Services wish all our customers an enjoyable festive season and Happy New Year. We look forward to welcoming you in 2026! 🎄

🌟 View our festive opening hours in the comments 👇

🎷✨ TONIGHT: Bluebelle Jazz Trio Live! ✨🎙️

Join us this evening for an unforgettable hour of classic jazz and timeless music performed by the incredible Bluebelle Jazz Trio! 🎶💙

Let their rich harmonies and warm festive atmosphere carry you into the holiday spirit — the perfect mid-week treat.

📍 The Library at Willesden Green
🕡 Tonight, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
🎵 Free! Drop in!
🎤 Presented by Brent Libraries, Culture & Heritage

Come for the music, stay for the vibes. See you there! ✨💫

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🔧Wembley Library will be closed due to essential maintenance works at Brent Civic Centre on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 November.

📚Your nearest open libraries will be Ealing Road and Kingsbury.

🙏We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

⭐Be a star this winter and donate your once-loved adult or children's coat at Brent Libraries to help someone in need.

💫You can donate coats in good, wearable condition at Wembley Library, The Library at Willesden Green and Ealing Road Library. Just hand donations to library staff!

✨ Step Inside the Communication Pod! ✨

📍 Saturday 22 November, 11am - 4pm – The Library at Willesden Green

Discover The Communication Pod — a magical space designed to spark children’s language, creativity, and imagination through play and storytelling. 🗣️🎨📚

Perfect for ages 3+, this drop-in experience invites families to explore, imagine, and create together.

🕒 Pod timeslots run throughout the day — small groups enter at a time, so you might have a short wait before your turn.

🌈 Free and family-friendly! Delivered in partnership with Groundswell Arts.