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27/08/2026

Highlight reel of our Shanties & Sails performance brought by our Boogie, Books & Brew group 💃📚☕️

They had a wonderful time rehearsing weeks for their summer performance and are now getting ready for their next at Christmas!

Until then… 👋

📸 Then & Now: Grimsby's FlyoverIt's back in the headlines this week thanks to the debate over the artificial flowers in ...
27/08/2026

📸 Then & Now: Grimsby's Flyover

It's back in the headlines this week thanks to the debate over the artificial flowers in the planter tubs, but did you know Grimsby's flyover has been making news for more than 50 years?

These fascinating archive photographs show the flyover taking shape in the late 1960s, from giant concrete beams being lifted into place to the official opening of what was then hailed as a symbol of a modern Grimsby.

Over the decades it has sparked discussions about traffic, regeneration, repairs, town centre development and now... flowers! 🌸

Love it or hate it, the flyover remains one of Grimsby's most recognisable landmarks and a reminder of how dramatically the town centre has changed.

Link to collection: https://lincsinspire.com/libraries-archives/family-history-local-heritage/digital-photography-collection
📷 Do you remember the flyover being built or opened? Share your memories below.



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Ship mates ahoy! ⚓ Our very special Boogie, Books and a Brew group entertained us with their show Shanties & Sails this ...
26/08/2026

Ship mates ahoy! ⚓ Our very special Boogie, Books and a Brew group entertained us with their show Shanties & Sails this afternoon at Grimsby Auditorium.

Sea shanties, songs and dances were met with laughter and applause, as the group retold stories of our fishing heritage 🐟🎣

"We loved the singing and the retelling of history of Grimsby and Hull" Julie

"Lots of research had clearly gone into the performance - my father was a trawlerman and minesweeper in the war - we loved that this part of history was highlighted" Evie, Jackie and Davie.

"We loved the music, props and acoustics" Sue and Luke

Big well done to the group and thank you to everyone who joined us 👏👏 More photos and videos to follow...

25/08/2026

Missed our first Shanties & Sails performance last Wednesday?

Here is a sneak peek at one of the many incredible performances at Cleethorpes Library!

The fun isn’t over… we still have one more performance TOMORROW at 1pm at the Stage Door Café located inside Grimsby Auditorium

Join us for a wonderful afternoon of singing, historical reenactments, story telling and many more ..!

Well done to Taylor for completing his summer reading bingo card! 🌞😎 Taylor earns a certificate and medal, and goes into...
25/08/2026

Well done to Taylor for completing his summer reading bingo card! 🌞😎

Taylor earns a certificate and medal, and goes into the prize draw for a table top football set, football courses, swim vouchers and more!

Not signed up yet? There's still one month to get reading!

Register at any branch (Cleethorpes, Grimsby Freshney Place, Waltham or Immingham) until 28th September!

Bookworms on the Loose!Our Bookworms are turning up everywhere!This week, Lou from the Lincs Inspire Auditorium was spot...
25/08/2026

Bookworms on the Loose!

Our Bookworms are turning up everywhere!

This week, Lou from the Lincs Inspire Auditorium was spotted enjoying Fifty Fifty under the shade of a tree on a beautiful summer day. Proof that all you need for a great adventure is a good book and a comfy spot to read.

Keep your eyes peeled for next week's Bookworm!

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Reading can take you anywhere... even if you're already somewhere lovely.

Perfect for fans of epic science fiction and immersive world-building.The Dune series is packed with political intrigue,...
24/08/2026

Perfect for fans of epic science fiction and immersive world-building.

The Dune series is packed with political intrigue, adventure and unforgettable characters. Set on the desert planet Arrakis, it's a richly imagined saga that rewards readers who love getting lost in a completely different world.

Recommended by Sarah 📚✨
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History is about to get hands-on.Launching this school year, our new Romans: Museum in a Box will help pupils investigat...
19/08/2026

History is about to get hands-on.

Launching this school year, our new Romans: Museum in a Box will help pupils investigate Roman Britain through artefacts, costumes, books and engaging classroom activities.

Explore: 🏺 Everyday Roman life
🛣 Roman roads and local history
🎵 Music and entertainment
🏛 Architecture and engineering
🪙 Trade, money and archaeology

Advance booking will be available through Lincs Inspire Libraries.
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Reading doesn't just mean books! 🎧📖📰Audiobooks and magazines count towards your Summer Reading Bingo too – so however yo...
18/08/2026

Reading doesn't just mean books! 🎧📖📰

Audiobooks and magazines count towards your Summer Reading Bingo too – so however you like to enjoy a story, you can collect stickers and work towards that winning line. Get in the Game!

Sign up anytime this summer at Cleethorpes, Grimsby Freshney Place, Waltham or Immingham. Let's get the whole team involved! ⚽

Thinking about starting a business or protecting your ideas?There's still time to book onto our free online BIPC Grimsby...
18/08/2026

Thinking about starting a business or protecting your ideas?

There's still time to book onto our free online BIPC Grimsby Library workshops this August:

📅 From Seed to Start – 21 August, 9.30am to 11am
A practical introduction to turning your business idea into reality.

📅 OWN IT: A Guide to IP – 28 August, 9.30am to 11am
Learn the basics of intellectual property and how to protect your brand, designs and creative work.

Both sessions are delivered online via Microsoft Teams and are free to attend.

Book your place through the Business & IP Centre Lincs Inspire website. https://lincsinspire.com/libraries-archives/bipc/intellectual-property-advice


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