Hublets have proved incredibly popular since launching in the UK with Redbridge Libraries last year and enable you to access a wide range of digital content without having to use one of our big, bulky PC’s. All you need to access a tablet is your library card, which you can register for here. Here are …
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Tech Ilford 2019
Tech Ilford 2019 was a huge success with over 2,000 people walking through the library doors! The event, held on Saturday 15 June 2019 is an annual festival for makers and tinkerers to truly explore the world of technology through a range of activities and workshops that allow attendees to learn new techniques, try out …
Women’s History Month – The woman behind the poster
With Women’s History Month well under way this March, Redbridge Libraries has begun it’s month long programme of events and activities to celebrate the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. You may have seen the poster around the borough promoting all of the events taking place in Redbridge throughout March, but …
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Intro to Robotics Workshop
In June, Redbridge Central Library launched their new exciting and innovative work space Lab Central, where adults and children of all ages can meet to create, learn, collaborate and innovate with new technologies. During the summer holidays, the library held various workshops including Make:Robot, Interactive Electronics Workbench, Creative Code: Making Music and lots more! Want to know …
National Libraries Day: Users Reveal What the Library Means to Them
Every year, libraries everywhere provide joy, help and knowledge to their community. From their countless shelves lined with books waiting to be read, to the fantastic staff who help organise all the activities, there's always something to gain from spending time at the library. That is why on Saturday 7 February National Libraries Day was …
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A celebration of libraries and the Arts: Fabula Festival is a true success!
After hearing about the library being jam-packed on Saturday, for the first full day of the Fabula Festival, I did not want to miss out. So, I went to along on Sunday to enjoy the talks, stalls and the company! There’s something about being in the library on a Sunday, when it’s not usually open, …
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The Summer Reading Challenge Proves To Be A Rewarding Experience For Both Young Readers And Volunteers
My name is Simi and I am currently volunteering as a Summer Reading Challenge volunteer at Redbridge Central Library. I wanted to become a volunteer because I see it as a good opportunity for me to work with children and young people as I want to work with children in the future. As an avid …
Tazeen Raza Tells Us Why She Loves Volunteering At The Library
It’s safe to say that Redbridge Central Library has been familiar territory to me since I was 8 years old and I remember I had always envied the librarians because they would get to meet so many people at their workplace. I love meeting new people and seeing new faces so I wanted to do …
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Volunteer at Redbridge Library!
Redbridge Library is looking for you! We are currently searching for volunteers to help out at our libraries. Make sure you don’t miss out on this great opportunity to join our exciting and dynamic team! Do you love working with the public? Do you want to create magical and transformative experiences for our customers? We …
Film Fridays
To liven up your weekends we have a special offer on DVDs. Just visit any Redbridge Library on a Friday and you will be able to borrow 1 DVD and get a second for free! From new releases to the classics, there is something for everyone to choose and enjoy. Ask library staff for more …
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