Stirling Libraries and Archives

23/10/2026

Plean Library will have new opening hours from Monday 2nd November!

Monday - 2-6pm
Tuesday - 10am-1 / 2-5pm
Wednesday - 9.30am - 1pm
Thursday - closed
Friday - 9.30am - 1pm
Saturday - Closed
Sunday - Closed

22/10/2026

** BALFRON & CENTRAL LIBRARIES - W/C 26TH OCTOBER **

We're delighted to announce that we'll be getting some lovely new shelving installed in some of our libraries!

Balfron Library will be closed on Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th October.

Central Library's Adult Lending Department will close from 2pm on Wednesday 28th October, while the Junior Section and Reference Library will remain open as usual. The library will be back to normal on Friday 30th October.

Thanks for bearing with us while we give our branches a little refresh!

22/10/2026

Don't forget that we're hosting a great free talk at Bridge of Allan Library tomorrow as part of Stirling Science Festival 2026!

"Scotland's parks are free, yet people in poorer areas are far less likely to use them for exercise — even when a park is on their doorstep. Gary Birnie, PhD researcher at the University of Stirling, shares findings from 12,000 Scottish adults that reveal why access alone doesn't explain the gap. Come along, have your say, and find out what the science actually shows."

📍Bridge of Allan Library
⏰ 5pm
📅 Fri 23rd October
🎟️ FREE

For more details, call the branch on 01786 833680.

Book now for Why Don't We All Use Our Green Spaces? (16+) at Bridge of Allan Library. Doors open at 5pm.

22/10/2026

*BOOKBUG - BALFRON LIBRARY*

Today's Bookbug session at Balfron Library (Thu 22nd October) has been cancelled - apologies for any inconvenience caused.

20/10/2026

Come along to Cornton Library on Friday 30th October for our Spooktacular Potion Making Party ⚗️🧙‍♀️✨

3.30pm – 4.30pm

Ages 5-12 years (under 7s must be accompanied by an adult)

Fancy dress welcome!

20/10/2026

We are so excited to be welcoming back Bonnie the Bus to Bannockburn Library on Thursday 22nd October! For details, check our Play with PTR's post below.

19/10/2026

Doune Library hosted a meet & greet with artist Anne Andrews, and some interactive crafts were presented by her. A selection of Anne’s mixed media contemporary art will be on display in Doune Library until 22 October, do pop by to view. 🎨

18/10/2026

We’re all ready for the Autumn at Cornton Library! From cosy, fall reads to Halloween books for both adults and children we’ve got something to keep everyone entertained through the dark nights! 🍂

17/10/2026

Cornton Library’s new Camera and Photography Club meets on Tuesday 27th October from 11.30am – 1pm! 📸🤳

This will be a friendly and informal group for all amateur photographers and enthusiasts (using either camera or phone).

Teas and coffees provided.

16/10/2026

Play, Talk, Read Pathways is coming to St Ninians Library!

Looking for a fun, free activity for your little one? Join us for a special family play session led by the fantastic Play Practitioner team, bringing stories to life through play, creativity and exploration.

Suitable for children aged 0-4 years

📅Friday 23 October
📍St Ninians Library

Choose from one of the following sessions:
⏰10:00am
⏰11:00am
⏰12:00pm
⏰2:00pm

Sessions are free but booking is required:

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Come and join Pathways Through Play with your wee one aged 0-4 in your local community space for interactive stories and play!