The Mitchell Library

12/08/2026

Colson Whitehead is one of America's most vital storytellers, weaving the horrors of history with unforgettable humanity. Following back-to-back Pulitzer Prize-winning novels The Underground Railroad and The Nickel Boys, he concludes his acclaimed Harlem trilogy with Cool Machine—a vivid portrait of hustle in 1980s New York.

Join Colson in conversation with Samira Ahmed, livestreamed from the Edinburgh International Book Festival as they explore why we can't move forward without looking back.

📅 Friday 21 August at 1:00pm at The Mitchell Library. No booking required.

https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/the-front-list-colson-whitehead-livestream

11/08/2026

Due to popular demand Saturday Crafternoons at The Mitchell are here to stay!

We're turning down the volume on screens and turning up the volume on creativity. It's a space where kids can be themselves, build something awesome, and leave the clean up to us!

📅⏰ Saturdays, 12-1pm | FREE

28/07/2026

It’s not too late to join our Adult Reading Challenge!

If you haven’t signed up yet, there’s still plenty of time to take part. Whether you’re an avid reader or just looking to pick up a book again, everyone is welcome.

The challenge is a great way to discover new authors, try different genres, and enjoy reading at your own pace.

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24/07/2026

A Death Cafe is a welcoming, confidential space where people come together to have open, honest conversations about death, dying, and making the most of our finite lives.

There’s no agenda, no pressure, and no right or wrong way to take part. In small groups, conversations flow naturally, guided by the people around the table. Every session is different, making each one a unique opportunity to reflect, connect, and share.

Book your space to come along to the next session at The Mitchell Library on Thursday 30 July at 5:45pm.

https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/2/the-mitchell-library-death-cafe-hosted-by-creating-conversations-cic

16/07/2026

📚Calling all young bookworms! 📚

Ready for adventures, amazing stories, and new friends? Join Chatterbooks, the fun book group for children aged 8–12!

Part of this years Summer Reading Challenge events programme, we'll chat about brilliant books, share favourite characters and discover new reads 📚

Reading isn't just exciting – it helps build confidence, sparks imagination, and grows empathy too!

📍 Coming to The Mitchell Library on Thursday 23 July at 5.30pm - 6.30pm

16/07/2026

Bring your imagination to the table for our weekly free Saturday Crafternoons! Part of the Summer Reading Challenge: Read to the Beat we're turning down the volume on screens and turning up the volume on creativity! 🎵 🎨

It's a space where kids can have fun, create something awesome, and you can leave the clean up to us!

📍 Every Saturday 12-1pm at The Mitchell Library until 1 August. Simply come along and join the fun!

12/07/2026

🌟 Unleash your inner comic creator! 🌟

Ever wanted to see your wildest stories leap off the page? Forget just reading comics - it's time to make your own!

Join us for an action packed, creativity-fuelled Comic Making Workshop! Whether you're a budding artist, a master storyteller, or just love drawing characters, this is the workshop for you! ✏️ 📖

📅 Thursday 16 July at 2pm The Mitchell Library

Suitable for ages 4-12 years, no booking required simply come along!
https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/event/1/unleash-your-inner-comic-creator

08/07/2026

Access to our online catalogue is now available again at: https://libcat.csglasgow.org/web/arena/joinlogin

We apologise for the inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience.

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08/07/2026

We are currently experiencing issues which are preventing login to our online catalogue at https://libcat.csglasgow.org/web/arena/joinlogin. We are working with our suppliers to resolve these and apologise for the inconvenience.

If you are an existing user of the Glasgow Libraries app, you can renew and reserve items using the app.

If you do not already use the Glasgow Libraries app, please contact your local library if you would like to renew your books or place reservations.

This link has details of our all our libraries and their opening hours: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/venue-finder?channel=Libraries

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