Award-winning historical novelist Carolyn Kirby will deliver an illustrated talk exploring the background and historical context of her third novel, Ravenglass — a gripping 18th-century coming-of-age tale set on land and sea during Bonnie Prince Charlie’s rebellion. A seasoned speaker and regular at literary events and festivals, Carolyn brings a wealth of experience and insight […]
Come to a free Easter holiday storytime and sustainable crafting session at the library. Perfect for children aged 4-10. Limited spaces so book your tickets now!
Join Dr Cathy Wield as she talks about Unshackled Mind; a doctor's story of trauma, liberation & healing. Cathy was an A&E doctor who endured years as a psychiatric patient, diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression. Her book outlines her extraordinary journey to freedom and the remarkable healing that followed. Tickets £2, including a welcome drink, are available from Abingdon […]
Join us for a conversation with author and photographer Jim Donahue, where he’ll speak about his book The Thames Valley: Past, Present, and Future--A Snapshot of English Life, as well as share photographs he’s taken of the area. There will be a Q&A session as well as an opportunity to buy a signed copy of […]
Free half-term activity alert! On Thursday 19th Feb at 11:30am, Explore Learning will be here to run another of their brilliant workshops, this time focusing on maths skills for 4-11 year-olds. These sessions are great for making maths fun and children will learn about fractions using cake and apply shapes knowledge to design a super […]
We are delighted that fantastic children's author and illustrator Bethan Woollvin will be joining us on Wednesday 18th February at 1:30pm to hold a special story time and drawing session. Mostly Books will also be providing copies of Bethan's books for purchase and signing at the end. Age-range 5+. Tickets for this free, half-term event […]
Bestselling children's author, Nicki Thornton, has turned to adult crime for her seventh novel: Little Bookshop of Murders. Join her at Abingdon library where she shares why she's now writing for adults, why she loves crime fiction and, after more than ten years of working in bookshops, why she feels a bookshop is the perfect […]
Simon Mason’s critically acclaimed DI Ryan Wilkins Mysteries, have received numerous accolades and endorsements from writers such as Stephen Fry, Mick Herron, Ian Rankin and Clare Chambers. The much-anticipated fifth book in the series, The Dangerous Stranger, is coming out in March and Simon will be in conversation with thriller writer Eve Smith on this, […]
If you've heard about the NHS App, but don't know what it does or how to get started, why not come along to our talk at Abingdon Library on Saturday 24th January at 11am? The talk will cover what you can use the NHS App for, what you need to get started, and where to […]
At Abingdon Library we hold a fabulous story time every Saturday afternoon - no need to book, just come along!
At Abingdon Library we hold a fabulous story time every Saturday afternoon - no need to book, just come along!
At Abingdon Library we hold a fabulous story time every Saturday afternoon - no need to book, just come along!
