libraries

15 Jul 2026

Get ready for the Summer Reading Challenge

The Summer Reading Challenge for children is back at libraries around the borough. Children aged between 4 and 11 years old are invited to dive into books and …

8 Feb 2026

History of an author, an artist and a lost celebration

As any reader of our local history section will know, our borough has had more than its fair share of fascinating characters and interesting …

3 Feb 2026

Free and low cost things to do

With the school half term holidays fast approaching, families across the borough will find no shortage of budget friendly activities to keep everyone entertained. Whether you …

6 Jan 2026

Above and beyond the bookshelves

The borough’s libraries are not just places to read and study, but important community hubs where people come together, connect, and feel supported. While …

1 Apr 2025

Easter fun on a budget

The promise of spring is arriving – not just warmer days and daffodils, but also the Easter school holidays, too. If you’re looking to …

28 Mar 2025

Celebrating libraries: cornerstone of communities

Libraries have long been the cornerstone of our communities, fostering a lifelong love of reading and learning, providing a quiet space for children and …

28 Mar 2025

Join the celebrations at new-look libraries

DJ workshops, dancing, live music and art activities will all be on offer – free of charge – to celebrate the reopening of 2 …

18 Nov 2024

More community-run libraries proposed

Community groups and volunteers will have the chance to run their local libraries as Ealing Council’s cabinet agreed last night to move forward with …

15 Oct 2024

New look for libraries

Acton Town Hall and Northolt libraries, and Southall Library at the Dominion Centre are to be given a £900,000 refurbishment to create spaces for …

3 Oct 2024

A journey of reclaiming narratives

October marks Black History Month and this year there’s a significant shift towards recognising and correcting the narratives of black history and culture with …