Central Library, Cambridge

29/08/2026

It’s not too late!

There's still time to complete the Summer Reading Challenge at your local library. Make sure you've collected every goodie from all six weeks and celebrate everything you've achieved this summer so far.

We can't wait to see what you've read!

(Image shows a table covered in colourful Challenge materials).

The Reading Agency

27/08/2026

The summer holidays are nearly over and our programme of special events is coming to an end, but there’s still plenty of time to complete the Summer Reading Challenge!

If you’re not quite finished yet, don’t worry! Pick up a new book at your local library, spend some time reading, and keep going.

Once you’ve collected all six stickers, you’ll be invited to your library’s special Award Ceremony in September, where you’ll receive a special medal and a certificate to celebrate all your fantastic reading.

You can complete the challenge up until the date of the Award Ceremony at the library where you joined:

Arbury Court Library: Wednesday 16th September
Barnwell Road Library: Tuesday 15th September
Cambridge Central Library: Saturday 26th September
Cherry Hinton Library: Monday 21st September
Milton Road Library: Friday 18 September
Rock Road Library: Friday 25th September

We can’t wait to see you at your library's ceremony!

Image shows a group of people completing an activity with Lego and colouring sheets at our Decoding DNA event.

26/08/2026

Your local library offers more than books! We went along to our local library in Cambridge to show you how you can check out a blood pressure monitor just like checking out a book.

Through the Cambridgeshire Libraries Blood Pressure Monitor Loan Scheme, you can borrow a blood pressure monitor for free with your library card.

High blood pressure often has no symptoms, so checking it regularly can help you stay informed about your health. Ask at your local library to find out more about borrowing a monitor.

Find out more: www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/libraryandwellbeing

26/08/2026

Milton Road Library will be closed between 1pm-2pm today. We apologise for the short notice and any inconvenience caused.

25/08/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us for Genome Explorers and Marvellous Microbes, our two summer events so far with the European Bioinformatics Institute!

Our young attendees enjoyed learning about science with fun, hands-on activities for a range of ages. If you missed these two events, don't worry: a small number of places are still available for Decoding DNA at Cambridge Central Library tomorrow (2.30-4.30pm): https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/decoding-dna-at-cambridge-central-library-tickets-1993930583049

Images show the library set up for the two previous events, and some of our attendees completing the activities.

24/08/2026

This summer, make memories that last with and 50 Things To Do Before You’re Five. Looking for inspiration to keep little ones entertained with free and low-cost activities? 50 Things To Do Before You’re Five is packed with simple ideas to help children learn, play and explore through everyday moments. Many of which you can complete at your library!

Even better — you can:
Mark activities as complete
Save photos and memories of your adventures
Track your progress and celebrate what you’ve done together

Whether you’re exploring outdoors, getting creative at home or discovering local events, every activity is a chance to build confidence, curiosity and special family moments.

Grab your free 50 Things booklet from your local library today! Or download the free app: https://cambspboro.50thingstodo.org/app/os #!/welcome

How many of the 50 Things have you enjoyed this summer?



Image description: Toddler playing with green sand toy in a sunny outdoor play area with colourful playground equipment in the background. Text reads ' . Free or lowcost summer family activities'.

24/08/2026

Due to staff sickness the Read to the Beat Lego Club at Cherry Hinton Library today, 24/08/2026 at 10.30am, has been cancelled.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

22/08/2026

Well done readers, you’ve made it to Week Six!

We’re finally at the last hurdle of the . If you haven’t read all six books yet, you still have time to complete the Challenge and collect your final sticker at your local library!

Or, if you've not signed up to the Challenge but have been reading all summer, why not join in and collect some fun rewards?

Don’t forget to ask for the date of your library's special Award Ceremony where you’ll receive your very own certificate and medal.

(Image shows two of the challenge characters playing instruments with text that reads 'Read to the Beat, Final Week!' with the Reading Agency's logo).

The Reading Agency

21/08/2026