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Join us for rhymetimes with the Mayor as the new Reading Central library opens on Thursday 18th June. We have sessions at 10.15am and 11.15am. Reading Central library, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, RG1 2LU.
Children raising their arms in a Rhymetimes session with the Mayor at Reading Library.

ALT Children raising their arms in a Rhymetimes session with the Mayor at Reading Library.
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The library site on Abbey Square under construction in 1984 - the buildings on King's Road can be seen in the background, the picture framers are still there! #ReadingLocalHistory
Construction site in front of buildings, with a person leaning on a barrier in the foreground.

ALT Construction site in front of buildings, with a person leaning on a barrier in the foreground.
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Due to a staff shortage Whitley Library will closed Tuesday 16 June.
Whitley Library closed Tuesday 16th June. South Reading Community Hub exterior with services listed on a sign.

ALT Whitley Library closed Tuesday 16th June. South Reading Community Hub exterior with services listed on a sign.
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Due to staff training day Tilehurst Library will be closed Monday 15 June.
Tilehurst Library closed on Monday 15th June. Features silhouette figures and Reading Libraries logo.

ALT Tilehurst Library closed on Monday 15th June. Features silhouette figures and Reading Libraries logo.
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Join us for rhymetimes with the Mayor as the new Reading Central library NEXT WEEK on Thursday 18th June. We have sessions at 10.15am and 11.15am. Reading Central library, Civic Offices, Bridge Street, RG1 2LU.
Children raising their arms in a Rhymetimes session with the Mayor at Reading Library.

ALT Children raising their arms in a Rhymetimes session with the Mayor at Reading Library.
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There is now only a week to go until the new Central library opens on Thursday 18th June and we are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone!
Interior of Reading Central Library on opening day, featuring modern furniture and bookshelves.

ALT Interior of Reading Central Library on opening day, featuring modern furniture and bookshelves.
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Reading Central Library, Blagrave Street - the Lending Library, 1985, prior to the move to Abbey Square. The issue counter is to the left, with "Plessey" light-pens for reading barcodes. Beyond, 3 microfiche readers give access to the catalogue. #ReadingLocalHistory
Interior of a library with circulation desk, bookshelves, and a book sale trolley.

ALT Interior of a library with circulation desk, bookshelves, and a book sale trolley.

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TEN DAYS TO GO until the new library opens in the Civic Centre at Bridge Street - we open at 9am on Thursday 18 June and are in final phases of creating the amazing new library for you - please come and have a look at your new library from Thursday 18 June
An image from the plans of the new Central Librarym showing a bright, spacious welcome area

ALT An image from the plans of the new Central Librarym showing a bright, spacious welcome area
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Excitement is building with just over two weeks to go until the new library opens on Thursday 18th June. We are very much looking forward to welcoming everyone!
Interior of Reading Central Library on opening day, featuring modern furniture and bookshelves.

ALT Interior of Reading Central Library on opening day, featuring modern furniture and bookshelves.
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(and doors open at 0900)
Reading Libraries@readinglibrary
Jun 1
We will see you there - it's looking fantastic for you! Central library at the Civic Centre opens 18 June - remember Thursdays are rhymetime days at 1015 and 1115
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We will see you there - it's looking fantastic for you! Central library at the Civic Centre opens 18 June - remember Thursdays are rhymetime days at 1015 and 1115
Reading Borough Council
@ReadingCouncil
May 30
📖 There will be more adult fiction to choose from when Reading's new Central Library opens in the Civic Centre, Bridge St, on Thursday 18 June. With an extra 45 metres of shelf space compared to the previous location, there will be something to suit every taste. We also have extra shelving for spoken word and large print items. Why not become a member now so you are ready to borrow books, listen to audio books, or use the computers and Wi-Fi?. Join here - rdguk.info/hHw2B
Fiction books on shelves

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As Reading Central Library is closed in preparation for its move to Bridge Street, we look back at its history. This is the official opening ceremony of the first library, held in the Town Hall, with the organ in the background, Wednesday 9th February, 1883. #ReadingLocalHistory
A formal gathering in a grand hall with a pipe organ, men on a decorated platform, and a large audience.

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Reading Libraries are still looking for young volunteers aged 14 to 18 to encourage children to take part in Reading Loves reading this summer! Find out more and apply online at rdguk.info/Reading_loves_rea…
A rocket with cartoon aliens blasts off into space, promoting 'Reading loves reading 2026' and 'Reading Libraries'.

ALT A rocket with cartoon aliens blasts off into space, promoting 'Reading loves reading 2026' and 'Reading Libraries'.
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There will be no 9.45am rhymetime session at Southcote library on Thursday 28th May. Customers can instead drop-in to a 10.30am session at Palmer Park library, or an 11am session at Whitley library. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Southcote Library entrance with a sign indicating Rhymetime is cancelled and listing community hub services.

ALT Southcote Library entrance with a sign indicating Rhymetime is cancelled and listing community hub services.
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Join Museums Partnership Reading at Reading Libraries to celebrate the National Refugee Week theme of Courage. Find out about the history of the Maiwand Lion in Forbury Gardens. FREE, family drop-in. Southcote Library, 29th May 10am-12pm, Whitley Library 30th May 10am-12pm
A stone lion statue on a pedestal, with people gathered around it. "Museums on Wheels" and "Reading Libraries" logos are visible.

ALT A stone lion statue on a pedestal, with people gathered around it. "Museums on Wheels" and "Reading Libraries" logos are visible.
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Park Hospital opened on 30th May 1906 on land that had belonged to the Mansion House estate (Prospect Park), this is the residence of the matron and staff, plus the kitchen annexe, Although a lot of the site has been redeveloped, this building still exists. #ReadingLocalHistory
A large brick building with multiple chimneys, identified as the residence of the Matron and staff and kitchen annexe of Park Hospital.

ALT A large brick building with multiple chimneys, identified as the residence of the Matron and staff and kitchen annexe of Park Hospital.
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See you there in 4 weeks - we are really excited for you to see the space and are busy getting everything sorted!
Reading Borough Council
@ReadingCouncil
May 20
📖 There will be more adult fiction to choose from when Reading's new Central Library opens in the Civic Centre, Bridge St, on Thursday 18 June. With an extra 45 metres of shelf space compared to the previous location, there will be something to suit every taste. We also have extra shelving for spoken word and large print items. Why not become a member now so you are ready to borrow books, listen to audio books, or use the computers and Wi-Fi?. Join here - rdguk.info/PxSUD
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Reading Libraries are looking for young volunteers aged 14 to 18 to encourage children to take part in Reading Loves reading this summer! Find out more and apply at rdguk.info/Reading_Loves_rea…
A rocket with cartoon aliens blasts off into space, promoting 'Reading loves reading 2026' and 'Reading Libraries'.

ALT A rocket with cartoon aliens blasts off into space, promoting 'Reading loves reading 2026' and 'Reading Libraries'.
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Hewens Garage was on Castle Street in Reading from at least the 1930s to the 1960s, and here we have a Morris Minor car on display in their showroom, complete with wicker chairs and flower arrangements dating to May 1935. #ReadingLocalHistory
Vintage Morris car on display at Hewens Garages, Reading, May 1935.

ALT Vintage Morris car on display at Hewens Garages, Reading, May 1935.
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5,4,3,2,1 blast off! Reading love reading launches Sat 23rd of May with events and crafts across Reading Libraries. Decorate a rocket at your local library on launch day, take part in half term crafts and sign up the family to Reading loves reading! rdguk.info/Jm1B5
A rocket ship with cartoon aliens flies through space, promoting Reading Libraries and the "Reading loves reading 2026" event.

ALT A rocket ship with cartoon aliens flies through space, promoting Reading Libraries and the "Reading loves reading 2026" event.
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