West Dunbartonshire Libraries

03/06/2026

*Dalmuir Park Bookbug session*

Apologies for late notice but due to the forecasted rain we have cancelled the Bookbug Session in Dalmuir Park this morning.

03/06/2026

West Dunbartonshire Libraries were delighted to launch a second graphic novel created as part of the national Our Freedom:Then and Now project in Alexandria library last week.

Secondary school pupils and members of the public from Dumbarton, Alexandria and the Vale of Leven contributed stories, opinions and art work to the graphic novel which looks at what freedom means to people today. Our Freedom: Then and Now is a national project which funded activities across the UK to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

Huge thanks to Paul Bristow for running the sessions and producing the graphic novel, as well as to pupils and School Library Coordinators at Dumbarton Academy, Our Lady and St Patrick’s High School, and the Vale of Leven Academy.

https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/council/newsroom/news/2026/june/high-school-pupils-inspire-graphic-novel

02/06/2026

If you'd like to explore your own creativity and challenge yourself to learn a new skill, our Adult Craft classes might just be what you've been looking for!

Join us at Alexandria or Clydebank libraries to make some simple but beautiful origami decorations. All materials and equipment are provided and no experience or artistic skills are required. It's a lovely way to meet new people, enjoy a cuppa and a chat, and learn something new, so come along and join us - we'd love to see you,

Sessions are free but should be booked at:

Clydebank Library, Monday 8th June, 10am: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/origami-decoration-free-adult-craft-workshop-tickets-1978154372980?
Alexandria Library, Monday 15th June, 10am: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/origami-decoration-free-adult-craft-workshop-tickets-1978155529439?

For any further information or specific requirements please contact [email protected]

01/06/2026

Reading Challenge for June

It's the National Year of Reading 2026 - It's time to Go All In!

Everyone knows reading expands worlds, sharpens minds, and fuels creativity. But fewer of us are making time for it.

Whatever you're into, read into it. If you have never tried an eAudiobook we would love you to give one a listen this June. We have a great range of eAudiobooks in our BorrowBox collection to suit all interests - so you can explore whatever you're into in greater depth and get even more fun out of your passions and interests.

Visit https://westdunbartonshire.borrowbox.com/



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01/06/2026

Sorry folks but due to the inclement weather and rain expected we have taken the decision to cancel today's Bookbug session in Levengrove Park.

01/06/2026

We have a few places still available in our latest Baby Massage and Baby Yoga sessions starting this week. This is a four week block, running up until the summer holidays, and is a great way for parents to bond with their wee ones. All sessions are free but must be booked via Eventbrite at https://bit.ly/EventbriteBMBY

Our next block of Baby Yoga and Baby Massage sessions starting on the 1st of June will be bookable on Eventbrite from Monday 25th May.

These sessions area lovely way to send time bonding with your wee one while learning useful yoga and massage techniques.
Places are FREE but limited and should be booked at https://bit.ly/EventbriteBMBY

**Please note- babies must be a minimum of 8 weeks old at the start of the classes and have had their 6 week GP check**

For more information about Baby Massage and Baby Yoga please visit http://bit.ly/WDCBabyYogaMassage

*Only one adult per family
*We supply mats and oils for baby massage, although you are welcome to bring your own if preferred
*Please do not attend if you are displaying COVID symptoms
*If you or you child have any additional requirements please don't hesitate to get in touch with the Learning Development Team to discuss your needs

For further enquiries about Baby Yoga or Baby Massage please contact [email protected] See less

01/06/2026

Exciting news!!!

Today marks the start of this year's Empathy Day Festival, a national celebration for children and young people using books and creativity to grow empathy and inspire kinder communities. Pop into our libraries this week to browse our fabulous book displays like these colourful ones at Clydebank Library, and take part in our arts & crafts activities.

Books and stories are so important for developing empathy in children, they help us see the world from other perspectives, and show how easy and essential being kind actually is. So go ahead, jump into someone else's story. It might just change your life!

31/05/2026

🌻We had a great time yesterday in Alexandria Library garden planting sunflower seeds (and bouncing on the space hoppers). Some were also planted in the garden, looking forward to seeing them grow! 🌻

Next up in the garden is our plant swap on 11th July 10-1.

29/05/2026

As part of the Your Vale, Your Future project, involving pupils from local primaries and secondary school, we are delighted to host an exhibition of student work in Alexandria library.

Young people from S2 and S3 at the Vale of Leven Academy will showcase their creative vision for their community’s future from Monday 1st to Friday 5th of June.

We would love for you to come along to the library to view their hard work, creativity, and talent, and to discover what our young people view as the future of The Vale.

Alexandria Library
1st-5th June

For opening times visit: https://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/libraries/library-branches

29/05/2026

*Christie Park Bookbug Session*

Apologies for the short notice but due to the forecasted weather we have decided to cancel the outdoor Bookbug session in Christie Park this morning.

Apologies for any inconvenience.