Newmachar and Oldmeldrum Libraries

15/10/2026

The first week of the Tattie Holidays is nearly over, and we've had a brilliant time!

From coding fun and Lego building to spooky scavenger hunts, story and crafts, Bookbug sessions and story time yoga, our libraries have been full of excitement and creativity.

Thank you to everyone who has joined us so far. We can't wait to see more families next week, with even more fun still to come!

👉 Browse the programme here: https://tinyurl.com/2p9ta42s

16/09/2026

Special Bookbug Session This Saturday! 🎶📚

We're hosting a one-off Bookbug session this Saturday at 10.30am at Library Headquarters, Oldmeldrum, as part of Doors Open Days.

Come along for a fun-filled session of songs, stories and rhymes, then stay to explore everything else happening in the building. You'll be able to:

📖 Browse our book sale
🏢 Take a tour of the Library Headquarters
🤖 Have a go with some of our coding kits, including our Coding Critter, LEGO WeDo and Osmo coding activities

The Bookbug session is free and drop-in, so there's no need to book. Just come along and join in!

We look forward to seeing you there! 😊

Full details here: https://tinyurl.com/36a24v4c

Live Life Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire Library and Information Service

16/09/2026

Will you make time for a wee read on 7 October? 📚

We’re joining – a national campaign celebrating the joy of reading, encouraging people across Scotland to make time for a wee read.

What will your Wee Read look like? 💭

📢 Make your pledge today: www.WeeRead.scot, visit your local library and share your reading recommendations

27/08/2026

LOST PROPERTY

This lovely little pup has lost its way home and is being well looked after at Newmachar Library. If you recognise this furry friend, we hope you can pop in and be reunited soon.

Newmachar Local Info

26/08/2026

27/07/2026

Week 4 of the summer holidays already! ☀️📚
Libraries across the shire are bursting with activity, offering a fantastic range of opportunities for children and families to learn, create and have fun.
There are still spaces available, so book your place now!

🎨 Glass Art in Huntly
https://tinyurl.com/2e9dc55b
📖 Friendship Stories with the amazing Jackie Ross in Alford
https://tinyurl.com/2ufn8sx6
✂️ Craft Club in Stonehaven
https://tinyurl.com/5hx9we3p
🤖 Coding with VEX 123 in Oldmeldrum
https://tinyurl.com/2st3akxs
🪨 Pebble Painting in Turriff
https://tinyurl.com/48th6b2w
🎬 Storyboarding in Mintlaw
https://tinyurl.com/4jj83ur7

📚✨☀️

26/07/2026

Looking for a last-minute fun activity for the children? 🤖

🔴 Oldmeldrum Library 🔴 Monday 27th July 🔴 1.45pm 🔴

Our morning session is now fully booked, but there are still places available on our Afternoon VEX 123 Sessions! 👇

:🤖🎉 VEX 123 Robotics Sessions at Oldmeldrum Library! 🎉🤖
Looking for a fun activity for the summer holidays? Come along and discover the exciting world of coding and robotics with our VEX 123 sessions!

VEX 123 introduces children to coding through three simple stages:
🟢 Touch – Use the robot's built-in buttons to make it move and complete challenges.
🟡 Code – Create sequences and learn coding concepts using coding cards.
🔵 Connect – Take coding further by controlling and programming the robot through a device.

📅 Monday 27 July
📍 Oldmeldrum Library
⏰ Session 1: 10.00am – 11.00am
⏰ Session 2: 1.45pm – 2.45pm
👦👧 Ages 5–10 years
Spaces are limited, so book your place today!
Session 1: https://aberdeenshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=18286510
Session 2: https://aberdeenshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=18300115

22/07/2026

PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
🤖🎉 VEX 123 Robotics Sessions at Oldmeldrum Library! 🎉🤖
Looking for a fun activity for the summer holidays? Come along and discover the exciting world of coding and robotics with our VEX 123 sessions!
VEX 123 introduces children to coding through three simple stages:
🟢 Touch – Use the robot's built-in buttons to make it move and complete challenges.
🟡 Code – Create sequences and learn coding concepts using coding cards.
🔵 Connect – Take coding further by controlling and programming the robot through a device.
📅 Monday 27 July
📍 Oldmeldrum Library
⏰ Session 1: 10.00am – 11.00am
⏰ Session 2: 1.45pm – 2.45pm
👦👧 Ages 5–10 years
Spaces are limited, so book your place today!
Session 1: https://aberdeenshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=18286510
Session 2: https://aberdeenshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=18300115

Join in the Summer of Play activities for children and young people taking place in our libraries during the summer holidays. Please book one space per young person. If you can no longer attend,...

13/07/2026

:🤖🎉 VEX 123 Robotics Sessions at Oldmeldrum Library! 🎉🤖
Looking for a fun activity for the summer holidays? Come along and discover the exciting world of coding and robotics with our VEX 123 sessions!

VEX 123 introduces children to coding through three simple stages:
🟢 Touch – Use the robot's built-in buttons to make it move and complete challenges.
🟡 Code – Create sequences and learn coding concepts using coding cards.
🔵 Connect – Take coding further by controlling and programming the robot through a device.

📅 Monday 27 July
📍 Oldmeldrum Library
⏰ Session 1: 10.00am – 11.00am
⏰ Session 2: 1.45pm – 2.45pm
👦👧 Ages 5–10 years
Spaces are limited, so book your place today!
Session 1: https://aberdeenshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=18286510
Session 2: https://aberdeenshire.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=18300115

05/06/2026

Can you tell fact from fiction online?

Fake news, scams, and misinformation are everywhere — but you don’t have to face them alone.

Join us for an in-person talk on the topic of online safety from cyber security expert Dr Jana Vidis, and hear from Norman Stevenson, who will draw on his years of experience in the investigation unit of Police Scotland to share real-life cases of fraud and highlight common mistakes people make online.

Aberdeenshire Libraries invite you to a FREE community event:
Fraserburgh Academy School Library
Thursday 11th June
7:00pm

️Get practical tips to stay safe online, hear from experts and ask your questions.

Book your place(s) here: https://tinyurl.com/3kjsvhnx

Note: no technical knowledge needed.