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Unfortunately Age UK has had to cancel the Digital Safety Workshop that was scheduled for Wednesday 21st October at Abin...
20/10/2026

Unfortunately Age UK has had to cancel the Digital Safety Workshop that was scheduled for Wednesday 21st October at Abingdon Library. If you, or someone you know, was planning to attend and has a digital safety question, please call Age UK Oxfordshire on 0345 450 1276.

Come and meet local author and Romantic Novelistsā€™ Association member Linda Corbett as she shares the story behind her w...
19/10/2026

Come and meet local author and Romantic Novelistsā€™ Association member Linda Corbett as she shares the story behind her writing success. Her debut novel Love You From Aā€“Z was shortlisted for the RNAā€™s Joan Hessayon Award in 2023, and sheā€™ll reveal the inspirations, decisions, and lessons that shaped her publishing journey.
Expect insider tips for aspiring writers, insights into her three published novels, a reading from Rosieā€™s Garden of New Beginnings, plus an audience Q&A and book signing. Tickets Ā£2, including a welcome drink, are available from Abingdon Library, by calling 01865 815005 or email [email protected]

Join us on Wednesday October 28th from 11am - 12:30 for a celebration of the long-awaited, new Gruffalo book: Gruffalo G...
19/10/2026

Join us on Wednesday October 28th from 11am - 12:30 for a celebration of the long-awaited, new Gruffalo book: Gruffalo Granny. There will be a storytime followed by a fun craft activity when you can let your imagination run wild and create your own Gruffalo character. There will also be prizes to be won! Spaces are limited so book to avoid disappointment. Call 01865 815005 or email [email protected].

Are you worried about your safety online? On Wednesday 21 October at 1pm, Age UK Oxfordshire is holding a digital safety...
17/10/2026

Are you worried about your safety online? On Wednesday 21 October at 1pm, Age UK Oxfordshire is holding a digital safety workshop here at the library. They will be talking about scams you need to be aware of and offering device support and guidance to make you safer online. Book your place by contacting us on 01865 815005 or email us at [email protected]

Draw, scrunch, cut and stick at this week's Make and play to create your own autumn tree scene to take home.
17/10/2026

Draw, scrunch, cut and stick at this week's Make and play to create your own autumn tree scene to take home.

Our hugely popular Racing Robots event is back again during the half-term break! Book your free half-hour slot between 1...
16/10/2026

Our hugely popular Racing Robots event is back again during the half-term break!
Book your free half-hour slot between 10am and 12pm on Friday 30th October. Perfect for children aged 7+ with their parent or carer.
Ask at the library counter or call us on 01865 815005 to book your space.

šŸŒ³ Calling all Gruffalo fans!Get creative and invent your own woodland creature inspired by the world of the Gruffalo. En...
16/10/2026

šŸŒ³ Calling all Gruffalo fans!
Get creative and invent your own woodland creature inspired by the world of the Gruffalo. Enter our competition for the chance to win a copy of the fantastic new Gruffalo Granny book. Let your imaginations roam free! Submit your entries by November 15th at Abingdon Library. We can't wait to see your magical creations!

It's Stoptober!! Do you want to give up smoking for good? Smoke Free Oxon runs a weekly Stop Smoking Clinic here at the ...
16/10/2026

It's Stoptober!! Do you want to give up smoking for good? Smoke Free Oxon runs a weekly Stop Smoking Clinic here at the library, every Monday from 2-5pm. Come along to the next session on Monday 19th October to talk to an adviser and find out about the free support you can get on your journey towards quitting.

Sue Colman, author of A Special Journey, will give a reading from this beautifully illustrated childrenā€™s book, which fo...
15/10/2026

Sue Colman, author of A Special Journey, will give a reading from this beautifully illustrated childrenā€™s book, which follows 7-year old Freya and her loyal companion Biggles, as they embark on a special journey guided by their wise friend Owl.
Followed by a fun activity and craft. Suitable for children aged 5-10. Free tickets available from the library counter or call 01865 815005.

Join us at this Tuesday's Make and Play to take advantage of the wonderful autumn colours and create a squirrel leaf col...
11/10/2026

Join us at this Tuesday's Make and Play to take advantage of the wonderful autumn colours and create a squirrel leaf collage to take home.

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The Charter
Abingdon-on-Thames
OX143LY

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 4:30pm

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