Bury Libraries

03/10/2026

🏛️ Power, ambition and friendship collide in Ancient Rome...

When Julius Caesar dies, the lives of two teenage boys are changed forever.

Out now! Robert Harris returns to the gripping world of Ancient Rome in Agrippa, a compelling story of friendship, power and political intrigue during one of history's most turbulent periods.

📚 Reserve your copy today through the library catalogue.

02/10/2026

🚨 New Books! 🚨

Our latest delivery is here, packed with exciting new reads for all tastes.

📚 Which one will you be adding to your reading list? 👇

02/10/2026

📚 Black History Month at Bury Library 🌍✨
Drop by Bury Library throughout October to check out our special Black History Month displays!
We’re celebrating the incredible achievements, history, and voices of the Black community with a curated selection of books and stories for all ages. Stop by, explore the collection, and borrow your next great read! 📖
📍 Bury Library | 🗓️ All through October | 🎟️ Free

30/09/2026

🌟 Join us for Proptastic Tales at Ramsbottom Library! 🌟

Bring your little ones along for a fun-filled session of stories, songs and rhymes brought to life through interactive play and exciting props.

📚 Suitable for children aged 0-5 years
📅 First session starts on Wednesday 7 October
📍 Ramsbottom Library
⏰ Wednesdays, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

From storytelling and sensory activities to hands-on activities, there's plenty to spark young imaginations and encourage a love of books and reading.

✅ No need to book, just drop in and join the fun!

We can't wait to welcome you and your little ones for an hour of stories, songs, rhymes and play. 😊📖🎶✨

30/09/2026

30/09/2026

📖🔍 Looking for your next cosy crime book?

From charming village mysteries and brilliant amateur sleuths to killers hiding in plain sight, discover a world of intrigue on . Travel from the Italian hills to the Swiss Alps as you unravel twisty plots and puzzling cases from the comfort of home.

🎧 Download BorrowBox for free and start reading or listening today!

29/09/2026

📚 The next pick is Where Are the Kings by Donal Ryan!

An unforgettable and deeply moving coming-of-age story that's capturing readers' hearts.

🎧 Listen to the BBC Sounds Book Club episode here: https://bit.ly/4xFRTeP

📖 Tell us what you think if you've read it!

29/09/2026

📚 The Booker Prize 2026 shortlist is here!

From dystopian fiction and historical epics to sharp satire and contemporary storytelling, this year's shortlisted novels explore the relationships, experiences and challenges that shape our lives.

Covering themes of identity, family, love, loneliness, survival and belonging, these thought-provoking reads offer something for every kind of reader.

Have you read any of the shortlisted titles? We'd love to hear your thoughts. Let us know in the comments below! 👇📖

28/09/2026

🚀 Starting a business? Creating amazing work? Building your dream brand?

Your ideas, creations, designs and brand are valuable 🌟. Make sure they're protected and learn how to avoid infringing on someone else's rights.

Join our Intellectual Property: Protecting Your Assets workshop.

📅 1 October | 10am - 1pm
📍 Bury Library

🔍 Understand the four types of Intellectual Property
🛡️ Learn how to protect your products, services and brand
🌐 Trade online without infringing others' rights
💡 Get practical guidance to help you avoid costly mistakes

Perfect for startups, creatives, freelancers and small business owners.

👉 Book your free place today using the link in the comments below.

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25/09/2026

📖 Calling all Prestwich poetry lovers!

2026 is the National Year of Reading, and what better way to celebrate than by sharing a love of poetry with others?

Whether you enjoy reading classic poems, discovering contemporary voices, or simply talking about the poems that inspire you, come along to our friendly new poetry group at Prestwich Library.

🌟 Our first meeting takes place on Thursday 1 October 2026.

🗓️ When: First Thursday of every month
⏰ Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm
📍 Where: Prestwich Library

✨ Everyone is welcome! Whether you're a lifelong poetry enthusiast or completely new to poetry, we'd love to see you there.

📞 To join, please contact Prestwich Library to book your place.