Newington Library

29/08/2026

STEM Club is back at Newington Library after the summer holiday! Our next session will be on Saturday 5th September at 2.30, suitable for ages 6-10 🧬🔭

Register by calling us at 0131 529 5536 or emailing us at [email protected], or come into the library and speak to a member of staff!

28/08/2026

Come check out our new building blocks. 👷‍♀️👷🧱

Be creative and let your imagination run free!

26/08/2026

Join us this Saturday at 2pm for our Family movie matinee.

This month, we're soaring into a whirlwind adventure with a boy who simply won't grow up, his pixie partner-in-crime, and a trio of siblings whisked away to a whimsical world! There, thrilling high-flying antics await with a dastardly Pirate Captain and his motley crew of mischievous mates.

Refreshments provided

Rating: U

25/08/2026

UPDATE: This event is now full! If you are still interested in coming along we can add you to the wait list.

Come along to our 2 hour needle felting workshop with Jenni on Thursday 17th Sept at 2pm.
This event is for adults only and booking is required as there are limited spaces.
To book your space please contact the library on 0131 529 5536. See less

25/08/2026

Isadora Moon has flown in with her friends Mirabelle and Emerald to celebrate her 10th Birthday 🥳🎉🎂🎈🎁

You can read all about their adventures here at Newington Library.

22/08/2026

Join the Women's Reading group at Moredun Library

📚 Women’s Reading Group 📚

Join our friendly Women's Reading Group at Moredun Library to improve your English and enjoy a supportive community experience!

The group is run by Kamala Santos, a local writer, who guides the sessions to help you grow your reading and language skills in a friendly, supportive environment that welcomes everyone.

The group meets every Monday at 2pm at Moredun Library, with breaks during school holidays to accommodate your schedule.

This relaxed and welcoming session is open to women of all ages and all levels of English. It’s a great opportunity to read together, build confidence in speaking, and meet other women in the community.

☕ Refreshments are provided, and everyone is welcome!
Come along, make new friends, and enjoy reading and learning together!

20/08/2026

Come have a look and check out our Greek Mythology display. There is something for everyone.

For some ebooks have a look at the collection via the link below ⬇️
https://company.overdrive.com/2026/07/21/getting-ready-for-the-odyssey/?fbclid=IwdGRzaATyNvFjbGNrBPI2vnBkb2YFZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEemenh1VvZ5Ks34VqHouNEO8UC6BdoXegD8erHpEbVSQZCmOPez7mjXl5iUHk_aem_0UL_MS9NcVK6cH54bPClIA

20/08/2026

Therapets 🐕
We have spaces available for our therapets session on Tuesday 25th August from 4pm.
We have the following availability:
4pm - 3 spaces available
4:20pm - 3 spaces available
4:40pm- 3 spaces available
Come along to read to Skye our therapet dog to build confidence and encourage reading. Suitable for ages 5+
To book your space please contact the library either in person, email [email protected] or by phone on 0131 529 5536.
🐕🐶🐕

19/08/2026

Edinburgh Urdu Writers Association Evening ✍📖

Come along to celebrate the rich Urdu literature of South Asia and join the Edinburgh Urdu Writers Association with special guest, distinguished Urdu scholar, Professor Dr. Aslam Zia for a literature evening at Newington Library on Tuesday 25th August - 5:00 - 7:30pm.🖋

14/08/2026

We are setting up for our end of summer party this afternoon.

Join us at 2:30pm this afternoon for games, activities, facepainting and much more! 😄

see you there!