Barbados National Library Service

12/06/2026

Story Hour Returns to Six Cross Roads Library – Join Us for the Third Reading of Logi the Leaf-Toed Gecko

Parents and guardians are invited to bring their children to a special Story Hour at the Six Cross Roads Branch of the National Library Service on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

This event marks the third reading of Logi the Leaf-Toed Gecko, a captivating story that introduces young readers to one of Barbados' unique native species while encouraging a love for reading and learning about the natural environment.

Children will enjoy an engaging storytelling experience in a welcoming library setting, with opportunities to spark their imagination and curiosity about the world around them.

We encourage families to come out and share in this enjoyable morning of reading, discovery, and fun.

Event Details
Book: Logi the Leaf-Toed Gecko
Location: Six Cross Roads Branch, National Library Service
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

We look forward to welcoming you and your little readers for another memorable Story Hour.

09/06/2026

🌊💙 SOLD OUT! Blue Economy Makes a Splash! 💙🌊

The excitement is real! 🎉 The Blue Economy section of the National Library Service Junior Kadooment Band 2026 FUTURESCAPE is officially SOLD OUT!

🐟✨ Inspired by the theme "Colours of the Future", this stunning section celebrates the innovation, sustainability, and endless possibilities of our oceans and marine resources.

🙌 A huge thank you to everyone who registered and showed their support. Your enthusiasm has made this section one of the hottest picks for Junior Kadooment 2026!

What’s Next?

🔹 Stay tuned for updates on costumes, activities, and band preparations.
🔹 Follow the Barbados National Library Service for announcements on other available sections and upcoming events.
🔹 Get ready to bring the future to life on the road! 🚀🌊

💬 Were you able to secure your spot in the Blue Economy section? Share your excitement in the comments below!

🌈✨

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

Walk Through History with the National Library Service!

Parents, are you looking for a meaningful, educational, and engaging activity for your child this summer?

The National Library Service invites children ages 7–15 to participate in Stories in the Streets: A Walking Tour of Historic Bridgetown an exciting opportunity to explore the people, places, and stories that helped shape Barbados.

This immersive experience will take participants on a guided journey through some of Bridgetown's most important landmarks, helping bring history to life beyond the classroom. Led by historian Claudette Levi-Farnum, children will gain a deeper appreciation for our heritage while enjoying a fun day of discovery and learning.

Historic Sites to be Visited:

🏛️ National Heroes Square
🏙️ Golden Square
🌳 Independence Square
⚓ Screwdock
⛪ St. Michael's Cathedral
🍃 Queen's Park (Lunch Stop)

Event Details:

📅 Date: June 20, 2026
📍 Meeting Location: National Library Service Headquarters
⏰ Time: 8:45 a.m. (Prompt Kick-Off)
🎟️ Cost: FREE
👧👦 Ages: 7–15

Parents are welcome to accompany their children on this historic journey through Bridgetown, making it a wonderful family learning experience and an opportunity to create lasting memories together.

Participants Are Asked to Bring:

🥪 A packed lunch
💧 Water
👟 Comfortable walking shoes and footwear

Spaces are limited, so don't miss this opportunity to give your child a firsthand look at the history, culture, and stories that make Bridgetown unique.

Register today and be part of an unforgettable educational adventure.

To Register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScqBGgSYa1saqHX9a_emsKco_epUrs9LmqafsBXW4ovTXHShg/viewform?usp=header



For registration and additional information, please refer to the registration link on the event flyer.

05/06/2026

🌍✨ WHY HERITAGE MATTERS: A YOUTH PERSPECTIVE ✨🌍

What if the stories of our ancestors could shape the innovations of tomorrow?

This Heritage Month, join an inspiring global conversation where passionate young leaders, cultural advocates, students, and heritage professionals come together to explore a powerful question:

How can AI, technology, and youth leadership help preserve and celebrate our heritage for future generations?

🎙️ Hear diverse perspectives from Barbados and Kenya as emerging voices share their vision for safeguarding culture, identity, and history in an increasingly digital world.

🔥 Why You Should Attend:
✅ Discover how technology is transforming heritage preservation
✅ Learn from dynamic youth changemakers and cultural leaders
✅ Explore the intersection of culture, innovation, and identity
✅ Be part of a meaningful dialogue that connects generations and continents

📅 Date: June 25, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM (La Paz Time)
📍 Location: Zoom
🎫 Meeting ID: 863 1553 2925
🔑 Passcode: Heritage26

💡 Heritage is more than history it is our collective memory, our identity, and our guide to the future.

As the next generation steps forward, they are not only preserving culture they are reimagining how it lives, grows, and inspires in the digital age.

🌟 Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your heritage matters.

Join the conversation. Inspire change. Help shape the future.

🌍✨

04/06/2026

Story Hour with Author Michron Robinson, “Coco Goes to School”.

Parents and children are invited to a special Story Hour featuring Michron Robinson, author of the delightful children’s book Coco Goes to School.

Join us as we follow Coco the coconut on his exciting first day at Fruits Academy. Through friendship, adventure, and self-discovery, this charming story encourages children to embrace new experiences and celebrate what makes them unique.

Event Details

Location: National Library Service Headquarters, Fairchild Street, Bridgetown
Date: Saturday, 6th June 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Hosted by: Michron Robinson

This interactive storytelling session is perfect for young readers, families, and anyone who enjoys engaging children’s literature. Come and enjoy a morning of reading, imagination, and fun.

Bring your little ones and discover why Coco Goes to School is capturing the hearts of children and parents alike.

We look forward to seeing you there. Please share this invitation with family and friends.

04/06/2026

Story Hour with Author Michron Robinson, "Coco Goes to School".

Parents and children are invited to a special Story Hour featuring Michron Robinson, author of the delightful children's book Coco Goes to School.

Join us as we follow Coco the coconut on his exciting first day at Fruits Academy. Through friendship, adventure, and self-discovery, this charming story encourages children to embrace new experiences and celebrate what makes them unique.

Event Details

Location: National Library Service Headquarters, Fairchild Street, Bridgetown
Date: Saturday, 6th June 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Hosted by: Michron Robinson

This interactive storytelling session is perfect for young readers, families, and anyone who enjoys engaging children's literature. Come and enjoy a morning of reading, imagination, and fun.

Bring your little ones and discover why Coco Goes to School is capturing the hearts of children and parents alike.

We look forward to seeing you there. Please share this invitation with family and friends.

04/06/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE! 🚨

🤖 ROBOTICS is officially SOLD OUT! 🤖

We are thrilled by the overwhelming response to the National Library Service Junior Kadooment Band 2026 – FUTURESCAPE Technology Rules Section 4: Robotics.

✨ Thank you to everyone who registered and helped make this section such a huge success!

📢 If you were hoping to join Robotics, stay tuned for updates on other available sections and future registration opportunities.

🎭 FUTURESCAPE 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible experience, and we can’t wait to see our young masqueraders bring the future to life!

📞 For more information, contact the National Library Service:
📱 535-2900
📍 Fairchild Street Headquarters, Bridgetown

🎉🤖🌟

03/06/2026

A Milestone Worth Celebrating

Every author dreams of the moment when their words take their place in history. Today, that dream has become a reality for first-time author Shawna J. A. Carter.

Her poetry collection, Becoming, has officially been deposited with the National Library Service Reference Department through the legal deposit process, ensuring that this meaningful work will be preserved as part of the nation's literary heritage.

Becoming is a thoughtful collection that explores love, faith, self-discovery, and personal growth. Through reflective and deeply personal poems, Carter invites readers to embrace life's uncertainties and recognize that becoming is an ongoing journey rather than a final destination.

This achievement represents more than the publication of a book. It is a significant contribution to the cultural and intellectual record, ensuring that future generations will have access to this work.

From manuscript to publication, and now to official archival preservation, this legal deposit marks an important chapter in Shawna J. A. Carter's author journey.

Congratulations to Shawna J. A. Carter on this remarkable accomplishment. May Becoming continue to inspire readers and encourage meaningful reflection for years to come.