Alvechurch Library

15/06/2026

On Friday 26th June at 11am we have a special visitor to our Gardening Club, Gordon will be popping along to show us how to propagate succulents. You can even have a go yourself.
No need to book, just turn up, plus we have lots of gardening books too.

15/06/2026

⏰ The countdown is on!

The Summer Reading Challenge launches on Saturday 4 July and we can't wait to welcome young readers back to the library.

This year's exciting theme is Read to the Beat, bringing together books, imagination, music and creativity.

Keep watching for sneak peeks, activity announcements and ways to get involved this summer.

13/06/2026

Please be aware we currently have no Public PC access in our library. Our IT department is aware of the issue and working to get the issue resolve as soon as possible.

We apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused, for more information regarding disruptions in the library service please visit our Service Disruption page here: https://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/council-services/libraries/find-library/library-service-disruption

12/06/2026

There is still time to book your place for the enchanting Librarians show at Alvechurch Library.

"A beautifully considered play for both deaf and hearing young audiences... silly, funny and profound." Jenny Sealey MBE, Graeae Theatre

Using original visual theatre techniques and ingenious physical performance, The Librarians brings together the wonderfully quirky characters Miss Book and Mr Page in a bilingual performance for Deaf and hearing audiences aged 4-9, in BSL and spoken English, creating a storytelling experience everyone can enjoy together.

This free family theatre show and workshop takes place tomorrow, Saturday 13th June, at 11am in Alvechurch Library. To reserve a space, message us on Facebook or call in and speak to a member of staff.

The LibrariansDirected by John Mowat Performed by Alex Nowak & Helen AinsworthThe Librarians is an enchanting performance from five-star performers and an aw...

11/06/2026

📖 The books are ready. The librarians are waiting. The adventure is about to begin...

Join us this Saturday, 13th June, for a morning of laughter, imagination and bookish magic with The Librarians.
Enjoy a magical family theatre show that blends British Sign Language and spoken English, creating a storytelling experience everyone can enjoy together, and a workshop where children can create and share their own stories with the hilarious Librarians characters.

The performance and workshop will start at 11am at Alvechurch Library. Places are free but please book your space through eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-librarians-tickets-1991543798111?aff=oddtdtcreator

"A beautifully considered play for both deaf and hearing young audiences... silly, funny and profound." Jenny Sealey MBE, Graeae Theatre

The LibrariansDirected by John Mowat Performed by Alex Nowak & Helen AinsworthThe Librarians is an enchanting performance from five-star performers and an aw...

09/06/2026

📖 The books are ready. The librarians are waiting. The adventure is about to begin...

Join us this Saturday, 13th June, for a morning of laughter, imagination and bookish magic with The Librarians.
Enjoy a magical family theatre show that blends British Sign Language and spoken English, creating a storytelling experience everyone can enjoy together, and a workshop where children can create and share their own stories with the hilarious Librarians characters.

The performance and workshop will start at 11am at Alvechurch Library. Places are free but book through eventbrite here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-librarians-tickets-1991543798111?aff=oddtdtcreator

"A beautifully considered play for both deaf and hearing young audiences... silly, funny and profound." Jenny Sealey MBE, Graeae Theatre

The LibrariansDirected by John Mowat Performed by Alex Nowak & Helen AinsworthThe Librarians is an enchanting performance from five-star performers and an aw...

03/06/2026

📖 The books are ready. The librarians are waiting. The adventure is about to begin...
The Librarians is a magical family theatre show that blends British Sign Language and spoken English, creating a storytelling experience everyone can enjoy together.
Join us at Alvechurch Library for an morning of laughter, imagination and bookish magic.

🎟️ Free entry, booking essential as spaces limited
📅 Saturday 13 June
⏰ 11 am
📍 Alvechurch Library

02/06/2026

Our sister library in the centre of Redditch is celebrating Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month with an inspiring community event!
Join us on Thursday 11th June, from 3.30-5.00pm, for children's activities, traditional food, and to hear from Gemma Lees, an author from the community.
💚 The event is FREE and all are welcome!

📚✨ GRT History Month at Redditch Library ✨📚

Join us as we celebrate Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month with an inspiring community event!

🌟 Hear from Gemma Lees, an author from the community, sharing her powerful story
🎨 Explore an exhibition of artwork created by local children
🍴 Enjoy traditional food
🎈 Take part in fun activities for children
📍 Redditch Library
📅 Thursday 11th June
⏰ 3.30–5.00pm
💚 FREE event – all welcome!
Let’s come together to celebrate culture, creativity and community 💫

21/05/2026

If you are interested in finding out more about living with Dementia, support for carers, scam awareness and general advice on keeping yourself healthy, visit Redditch Library this Friday 22nd May, 10am-12.30pm for a free event.

19/05/2026

As part of Dementia Awareness Week, Redditch Library is hosting a free health and wellbeing fayre this Friday, 22nd May, from 10am to 12.30pm.
There will be a couple of talks, old newspapers and photographs to browse, and some local support agencies to talk to.

Redditch library hosts a number of Health & Wellbeing organisations with free talks at 11am- Scam Awareness and 12 noon, Dementia Awareness. Pick up your free resistance band and workout leaflet (while stocks last), take a trip down memory lane and borrow for free (with your library membership) a Memories & Me bag full of nostalgia to enjoy with friends and family. Meet support agencies in your area. Refreshments available for small donation. All welcome