Keighley Library & Local Studies

Want to find out How To Investigate a Murder? We have you covered! Come to this fantastic event at Keighley Library (Local Studies), Saturday 7th March 2026 1:30PM. Book at ticketsource.co.uk/bradfordlibrar… #internationalwomensday #nationalyearofreading2026

Unfortunately The Repair Patch session at Keighley Library today is cancelled due to illness. We plan for it to go ahead next Thursday instead. bradford2025.co.uk/event/the-repa…

Huge Thank You #Libraries for your support!😊📚 Here’s a list of my top ten most borrowed books from libraries: 1. Save Us - A lovely rescue story addressing plastic pollution. 2. Felicity Fly in the Garden - A story that explores friendship, empathy, kindness, pollination, and the life cycle of butterflies. 3. Roo & Sarge to the Rescue - A story about adoption, teamwork, and the values of friendship and kindness. 4. Share Some Secrets - A book that empowers young children to speak out against abuse. 5. Monah Lott - A story that tackles the issue of bullying. 6. Believe in Magic - A magical story that teaches children about the history of their local area. 7. Welcome to the World of Felicity Fly - A story that helps address common fears. 8. Felicity Fly Meets Veronica Vac - A focus on the importance of teamwork. 9. Felicity Fly Meets the Dragon Fruit & Friends - A continuation of Felicity's adventures. 10. Triangular Trev & The Shape Idols – A lively journey into mathematical terminology, where music and instruments come together to make learning fun and engaging! In case you didn’t know, every time one of my books is checked out from a library, I receive a small payment. In the UK, these Public Lending Right (PLR) payments for authors and illustrators are sourced from a government fund managed by the British Library. (The money is not taken directly from library budgets) This just proves that, even after thirteen years since some of my books were published, they continue to be popular with children and families. This list isn't exhaustive. If you would like to buy any of my titles, they are available at all excellent bookshops online, or my own bookshop link here: christinagabbitas.com/books/ #libraries @Go_All_In_2026 #NationalYearOfReading2026

#Keighley folk. Come sing your hearts out at a songwriting workshop with the magical @boohewerdine at @KeighleyLibrary No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun. ticketsource.co.uk/bradfordlibrar…

We still have tickets left for those who want to sing! Join our choir with Boff Whalley (Chumbawumba and Commoners Choir). #nationalstorytellingweek #nationalyearofreading2026 #ilkley ticketsource.co.uk/bradfordlibrar…

Tickets are now available for Get Creative - Leaf Printed Tote Bags at Keighley Library, Keighley on Monday 24th November 2025 at 10:00AM. Click the link for further information and to secure your tickets now! ticketsource.co.uk/bradfordlibrar…

Do you like cooking or is travel your thing. We’ve got a fab range of magazines all free through your Bradford Libraries Card. So if you are into history, science, sewing or just want to see what the celebs are getting up to, download the new Libby App. help.libbyapp.com/en-us/6103.htm

We still have places for this amazing event @theleapBD #Sendiverse @KeighleyLibrary #keighley @KeighleyNews Come and join us!

We have so many events on for #Send children #Sendiverse @theleapBD from sound to crafts, world building and autumn walks. Join us...we promise you FUN!

This Wednesday’s talk by Jude Rhodes is on ‘Keighley Wills & Probate’. Join us upstairs in the local studies library at 2.15pm. Talks cost £2.00, no need to book just come along.

FREE family event at Shipley Library. Author Martin Impey will be talking about his book The Blitz, based on his family's struggle through that time. He will do live illustrations from this beautiful book. Shipley Library, October 7, 4pm-6pm. Tickets 01274 437150

This must be the coolest event of the calendar. See you there! #bradford #zines #zinefair

Interested in WWII? Come and join author Martin Impey during his talk about The Blitz. His book was inspired by his own family's memories and it's STUNNING. October 7, 4pm. This event is FREE.

First seen at Keighley Library. Irene Lofthouse will be presenting her one woman show at Saltaire Festival on Thursday 18th of September at 8.00pm, Caroline Street Social Club. #saltairefestival For more information and tickets go to: saltairefestival.co.uk/events/meet-lo…

Heritage Open Days 2025 is all about architecture ! We’re holding a free talk by Tim Neal from the Local & District History Society. So if you want to know more about how Keighley has changed over time come along. We will also have on display some of our prominent building plans

Wee mouse has a secret...he knows that if you keep reading you boost your confidence, grow your imagination, expand your world, increase concentration /memory, open your mind while HAVING FUN! Join us in our Secret Book Quest...details in your local #library.

By popular demand, professional genealogist, local historian and accomplished speaker Jude Rhodes is back with us starting in September on a topic close to our hearts, so please come along, refreshments are provided.

Next Steps Pop Up Cafe at Shipley Library on Wednesday 19th August from 11am - 1.30pm in partnership with Shipley College. Find your path and take the next steps - an opportunity to access free careers, training and wellbeing advice in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere...

LOVE to draw? Come along and learn to draw like a pro with hilarious illustrator and author, Liz Million! Children 4-12 years. Children must be signed up to the #summerreadingchallenge via Bradford Libraries. 13 Aug Keighley Library 10.30am-12noon, Shipley Library 1.30pm-3pm

Come and join us for the Summer Reading Challenge Sat 26 July Keighley Library Story / Rhyme time and bird feeder crafts 11am-12noon Children must be signed up to the Summer Reading Challenge via Bradford Libraries.