Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

Reading Borough Public Libraries reading.gov.uk/libraries Reading, Berkshire, UK Joined July 2009

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

23 hours ago

Due to staff training day Tilehurst Library will be closed Monday 15 June.

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2 days ago

Join us for rhymetimes with the Mayor as the new Reading Central library NEXT WEEK on Thursday 18th June. We have sessions at 10.15am and 11.15am. Reading Central library, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, RG1 2LU.

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2 days ago

There is now only a week to go until the new Central library opens on Thursday 18th June and we are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone!

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5 days ago

Reading Central Library, Blagrave Street - the Lending Library, 1985, prior to the move to Abbey Square. The issue counter is to the left, with "Plessey" light-pens for reading barcodes. Beyond, 3 microfiche readers give access to the catalogue. #ReadingLocalHistory

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

5 days ago

TEN DAYS TO GO until the new library opens in the Civic Centre at Bridge Street - we open at 9am on Thursday 18 June and are in final phases of creating the amazing new library for you - please come and have a look at your new library from Thursday 18 June

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

2 weeks ago

Excitement is building with just over two weeks to go until the new library opens on Thursday 18th June. We are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone!

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2 weeks ago

@TheArcLampMan It is indeed from the London Illustrated News! "The Illustrated London News, " 12th February 1883, with the caption: "The opening of a new public free library at Reading . . .". We haven't got the full quote in our catalogue entry though.

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2 weeks ago

As Reading Central Library is closed in preparation for its move to Bridge Street, we look back at its history. This is the official opening ceremony of the first library, held in the Town Hall, with the organ in the background, Wednesday 9th February, 1883. #ReadingLocalHistory

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

2 weeks ago

(and doors open at 0900)

Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

2 weeks ago

We will see you there - it's looking fantastic for you! Central library at the Civic Centre opens 18 June - remember Thursdays are rhymetime days at 1015 and 1115

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

2 weeks ago

We will see you there - it's looking fantastic for you! Central library at the Civic Centre opens 18 June - remember Thursdays are rhymetime days at 1015 and 1115

Reading Borough Council @ReadingCouncil

2 weeks ago

📖 There will be more adult fiction to choose from when Reading's new Central Library opens in the Civic Centre, Bridge St, on Thursday 18 June. With an extra 45 metres of shelf space compared to the previous location, there will be something to suit every taste. We also have

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

2 weeks ago

Reading Libraries are still looking for young volunteers aged 14 to 18 to encourage children to take part in Reading Loves reading this summer! Find out more and apply online at rdguk.info/Reading_loves_…

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

2 weeks ago

There will be no 9.45am rhymetime session at Southcote library on Thursday 28th May. Customers can instead drop-in to a 10.30am session at Palmer Park library, or an 11am session at Whitley library. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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3 weeks ago

Join Museums Partnership Reading at Reading Libraries to celebrate the National Refugee Week theme of Courage. Find out about the history of the Maiwand Lion in Forbury Gardens. FREE, family drop-in. Southcote Library, 29th May 10am-12pm, Whitley Library 30th May 10am-12pm

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3 weeks ago

Park Hospital opened on 30th May 1906 on land that had belonged to the Mansion House estate (Prospect Park), this is the residence of the matron and staff, plus the kitchen annexe, Although a lot of the site has been redeveloped, this building still exists. #ReadingLocalHistory

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

3 weeks ago

See you there in 4 weeks - we are really excited for you to see the space and are busy getting everything sorted!

Reading Borough Council @ReadingCouncil

3 weeks ago

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

3 weeks ago

Reading Libraries are looking for young volunteers aged 14 to 18 to encourage children to take part in Reading Loves reading this summer! Find out more and apply at rdguk.info/Reading_Loves_…

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 weeks ago

Hewens Garage was on Castle Street in Reading from at least the 1930s to the 1960s, and here we have a Morris Minor car on display in their showroom, complete with wicker chairs and flower arrangements dating to May 1935. #ReadingLocalHistory

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Reading Libraries @readinglibrary

4 weeks ago

5,4,3,2,1 blast off! Reading love reading launches Sat 23rd of May with events and crafts across Reading Libraries. Decorate a rocket at your local library on launch day, take part in half term crafts and sign up the family to Reading loves reading! rdguk.info/Jm1B5

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a month ago

Back in the early 1900s Reading had its own roller rink in the centre of town at 39-40 West Street, and this was taken at the opening day in May 1910. The library has more photos of this on it's website, which came from the Reading Standard newspaper. #ReadingLocalHistory