Hello Library Lover!
“Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August." / Jenny Han, The Summer I Turned Pretty
Ah June! Our favourite month of the year in Library Land!
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One of Hull’s favourite family festivals is back for 2026, and it’s set to be the most magical yet 🤩
All the info & tickets 👉 hullwhatson.com/events/big-m…
On our podcast today:
The greatest children’s literature festival on the planet is back and better than ever. Burnsy talks to Big Malarkey boss Claire Thompson to find out what we can expect this year.
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[NEW] Witness pianist Hélène Grimaud and cellist Sol Gabetta join forces in a recital that follows the tradition of the great piano-cello duos. Watch the duo perform Debussy’s sparkling Cello Sonata in D minor. Available in full on medici.tv! bit.ly/49QQtVQ
We can’t wait to hear who will be crowned this year’s #HullChildrensBookAward KS2 winner at the #BigMalarkey festival on Tuesday! 📚🏆
Grimstink - D. Peak
Jed Greenleaf - K. Larwood
The Scream of the Whistle - E. Randall-Jones
Speedwheels 3000 - J. Pearson
Starspill - C. Fisher
ALT james reckitt hull childrens book award 2026 - KS2 shortlist
What Are The Last 5 Winners Of The Keystage 2 James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Awards?
Carolyn is from the Hull Schools Library Service and she has the lowdown on the last long list.
Supplementals: tinyurl.com/mr3b8usm@hull_libraries@sls_hull@big_malarkey
What Are The Last 5 Winners Of The Keystage 2 James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Awards?
Carolyn is from the Hull Schools Library Service and she has the lowdown on the last long list.
Supplementals: tinyurl.com/mr3b8usm@hull_libraries@sls_hull@big_malarkey
The council has invited tender submissions for structural repair works to safeguard the long-term viability of Anlaby Park Library📖🏫
Following ongoing structural investigations, a decision has been made to undertake more comprehensive works
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Local author Chris Speck joins us at Avenues Library to talk about his Avenue Cars series.
Hear about the stories, the writing process, and how Chanterlands Avenue shaped the books.
With live music, audience Q&A and book signings.
Tkts: eventbrite.co.uk/e/author-qa…
Come and build your collection - and help others to build theirs at our whopping World Cup Sticker Swap!
No need to book - just turn up.
See you at the library!
Tickets are now on sale for the #BigMalarkey festival! Come and meet a whole host of amazing authors, artists, dancers, performers & musicians!
📅 Sat 20 & Sun 21 June
📍East Park, Hull
🎪What’s On - bit.ly/TBMF26-WHATSON 📷
🎟️Tickets - bit.ly/TBMF26-TKTS
Which Hull-Built Ship Was Once Commanded by Nelson?
Trust maritime expert Dr Robb Robinson to find a link between our city, the great sea lord and Antigua.
Supplementals: tinyurl.com/ydmfvkay@hull_libraries@HullMaritime
On one hand, it's a football kit launch... on the other hand, it features a brilliant poem about #Hull by our friend Shane Rhodes.
Fun fact - the actor you see is Matt Sutton. Matt voiced the 'Plender' short-film we made and really brought Ted Lewis's novel to life for us.
Plenty of differing opinions on the new kit but what a great film featuring the work of a bunch of top Hull creatives - producer Chris Hees, actor Matt Sutton and poet Shane Rhodes.
In June 2013, Russian piano superstar Grigory Sokolov gave his rare approval for his recital to be filmed. Enjoy his virtuoso rendition of Beethoven's Scherzo, assai vivace from his Piano Sonata No. 29,"Hammerklavier" filmed by the great Bruno Monsaingeon.bit.ly/4uqCUDL
Taking place from 15–21 June, this year’s theme is courage — recognising the strength it takes for refugees to rebuild their lives, from navigating new journeys to learning new languages and adapting to unfamiliar systems
To take part in the events visit: orlo.uk/2esW7
Do you need cycle services this #BikeWeek?
@Hullccnews funds @RevolutionYorks to deliver ⤵️
🛠️ Cycle repairs and servicing
🚴 Affordable bike sales
🚲 🔌 E-bike hire
🧑🏫 Monthly maintenance workshops
Find out more ⤵️
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ALT R-evolution mechanic, Jason Wigmore, working on a cycle repair.
ALT Free and secure indoor cycle parking at the Trinity Market Cycle Hub in Hull.
ALT A man stands behind the counter of a purple bicycle shop, 'R-evolution', which sells, services, and repairs bikes.