Salford Community Libraries

Discover all the amazing things the library has to offer at the @SalfordLoaves Spring Festival at Pendleton Gateway! Our staff are on hand and ready to talk about all things library. We'll be there from 10am - 1pm so come on over and say hello.

Come along to our free @SalfordLibrary Books & Rhymes sessions for children under five! 📚✨ The drop-in sessions are a great way to make new friends in a session full of interactive stories, great singalongs & fun play. We can’t wait to see you! buff.ly/CedVuN0

Need some reading inspiration? Check out our Library book displays. Curated by library staff members showcasing hidden gems, bestselling hits, and timeless classics so you can dive deep into reading Don't forget that with your library membership, you can borrow up to 10 books

Teachers! Bring your class to @SalfordLibrary for a fun, engaging visit designed to spark a love of reading 📚 Pupils can explore the shelves, discover new authors, take part in a library quiz & receive a free library pack. Book a class visit 👉 buff.ly/VlWYaIu

WORLD BOOK DAY HAS LANDED! Celebrate the joys of reading at every library in Salford this World Book Day. There will be lots of songs and stories in our Books & Rhymes session, after school creative crafts and a chance to swap your book token for a FREE World Book Day book.

1 DAY TO GO! Get yourself to a library this World Book Day and go all in with your interests. Swap your £1 book token for a FREE book at one of our libraries. Don't forget that you can borrow up to 10 extra books from the library for FREE with your library card!

1 WEEK TO GO! From Thurs 5th March, you can exchange your #WorldBookDay tokens at the library to get a FREE book. We will also have plenty of fun activities and events for you to take part in on your library visit. The library is the place to be this World Book Day!

Preparations are underway for World Book Day!The books are rolling in, ready to ignite imaginations and transport young readers to new worlds. Which one will you choose?Keep your eyes peeled for more #WorldBookDay fun at our libraries. ✨📚

Introducing the Storygarden! Inspired by the Storynook, the children's library at Irlam Library has been transformed into a fun, relaxing space that can be enjoyed inside and outside. No need to book, just come along and enjoy the space.

Get yourselves to Pendleton library for a fantastic photographic display on Care-giving, spotlighting the voices of local care givers and their experiences. You can view the display at Pendleton library until the end of March.

You asked, we listened! 🗣️ We have a NEW Home Education session @SalfordLibrary! Join us at Height Library every Wednesday (term-time only) for a fun, friendly & informal drop in for families & children. 🕜 1.30 - 3.00pm ✏️ Ages 5 + ⭐️ FREE, no booking required

Our February half term programme is live! Drop in for a fun and FREE series of events the whole family can enjoy. Unleash your creativity and get involved in one of our craft events. Don't forget to pick up some books on your visit. See the full schedule salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk/whats-on/schoo…

Last wee we had local historian, Judith Atkinson join us at Walkden Library to give a fascinating talk on Worsley's Underground Canals! Our next local history meeting is Fri 27th March, 1.30-3pm on Worsley Local Railways For more information contact Walkden.library@scll.co.uk

We know that reading has a big impact on a child's development. However, more than anything, we want them to enjoy reading.. Our libraries are always here to help children find their adventure with brilliant staff recommended books.

Can’t make it to a @SalfordLibrary? 📚 We’ll bring the library to you! Books@Home delivers hand-picked books & audiobooks straight to your door for FREE! Just apply to join ⬇️ buff.ly/gRPVAmn

Get ready for Songs & Stories at Cadishead Library! The perfect session for children under 5 where they can: 📔Build key speech and language skills ✨Get reading support 📔Enjoy an interactive and fun morning These are FREE drop in sessions.

Did you know that you could get exclusive access to BFI Replay on our library computers. BFI Replay gives unique local access to years of digitised and preserved screen stories, allowing you to relive or research the past. Log onto a computer and follow the link on our website.

Would you like to research your family history but don't know where to start! Then come along to our taster session TODAY (19th Jan) to get some hints and tips using the Ancestry library edition. Cadishead Library | 11am - 12:30pm and 1:30 - 3:00pm | FREE

Discover thousands of e-books, e-audiobooks, e-magazines, & e-newspapers for FREE with the click of a button on the #Borrowbox app. Take the library with you wherever you go this year. Our spotlight titles let you skip the queue & get your hands on bestselling titles instantly

There are plenty of reasons why you should research your local history, especially at our libraries, but to name a few it connects generations and brings a proud feeling of community identity. So, get started today. Explore our local history collection at the library!