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It’s now easy to donate online to the library service by visiting our website.

We are often offered donations of money by users who wish to show their appreciation for the service. Those who visit the library are able to do this in person. Now you can also support the library service by donating online. You don't have to donate. Hertfordshire Libraries are a universal and free service to the community. Your decision to donate is an entirely voluntary one. We ask that you don

ate only as much as you feel comfortable with. You may want to consider either a one-off payment or more frequently.

100% of each donation goes directly to Hertfordshire Libraries and is used to maintain and enhance our services. https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/librarydonations

💛Volunteers’ Week is back! 💛It’s time to celebrate our amazing volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at Hodd...
01/06/2026

💛Volunteers’ Week is back! 💛
It’s time to celebrate our amazing volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at Hoddesdon library, please pop in to enquire. 😊

✨ Stories That Stand Out with Herts Big Read ✨This month’s Herts Big Read celebrates unforgettable stories — the books t...
01/06/2026

✨ Stories That Stand Out with Herts Big Read ✨

This month’s Herts Big Read celebrates unforgettable stories — the books that stay with you long after the final page. From powerful literary voices to gripping page-turners and thought-provoking reads, this selection showcases stories that shine, surprise, and make a lasting impact.

📚 Get Involved: Visit your local library to browse our displays and discover some fantastic staff-recommended reads. Prefer digital? You can join in from anywhere with our eLibrary.

Monday 1 June to Sunday 7 June is Libraries Week! To celebrate the National Year of Reading this year’s theme is Librari...
31/05/2026

Monday 1 June to Sunday 7 June is Libraries Week! To celebrate the National Year of Reading this year’s theme is Libraries Change Lives through literacy and reading. So, we thought there was no better time for a booklist of picture books about books (and libraries)!

Check out some of our favourites here: https://tinyurl.com/3d5f3aza

Join us for lots of 🎉 festival-themed fun 🎉 at our next LEGO Club, inspired by the Love Hoddesdon Midsummer Festival! Bu...
31/05/2026

Join us for lots of 🎉 festival-themed fun 🎉 at our next LEGO Club, inspired by the Love Hoddesdon Midsummer Festival! Build colourful parade floats, lively celebration scenes and lots more - creativity and imagination guaranteed! 🎪🤩

📆 Saturday 13 June
⏰ 11.00-12.00
🎟️ Tickets £4.40 for ages 5 & over. Children must be accompanied by an adult during sessions.

To book your child's place, head to the library or book online here: https://tinyurl.com/4z2e5etp

Here's what Jimi had to say about Caro Claire Burke's new novel Yesteryear:"I don't want to give anything away about thi...
30/05/2026

Here's what Jimi had to say about Caro Claire Burke's new novel Yesteryear:

"I don't want to give anything away about this book - I started reading it knowing only that it's a novel that's got a lot of people talking, and I'm so glad I hadn't been told anything about it because it really surprised and hooked me! I was intrigued and fascinated to see how it would all end..."

Reserve your copy of Yesteryear here: https://tinyurl.com/ycpe946s

Want to make a difference this summer? Volunteer at your local library and help inspire children to get reading! Summer...
30/05/2026

Want to make a difference this summer? Volunteer at your local library and help inspire children to get reading!

Summer Reading Challenge starts Saturday 4 July – Saturday 5 September. Volunteers must be aged 14+. Apply to be a Summer Reading Challenge volunteer today!

📚 http://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/src-volunteers 📚

📣 Happening soon – don’t miss CareFest! 📣Struggling with everyday tasks because of pain, arthritis or mobility challenge...
29/05/2026

📣 Happening soon – don’t miss CareFest! 📣

Struggling with everyday tasks because of pain, arthritis or mobility challenges? CareFest is coming up soon, and Hertfordshire Libraries are here to help you live more comfortably. Check the link below for more details on the libraries taking part and save the date!

✔️ Pick up FREE to those who need them - daily living aids like jar and bottle openers, sock aids, long handled brushes and car support handles - to qualify, just speak to our occupational therapists and receive one to one advice tailored to you
✔️ Get your blood pressure checked and learn how to use your home monitor
✔️ Take part in life saving CPR training
✔️ Access mental health support from NHS Talking Therapies
✔️ Learn simple movement and posture tips to keep you active
🥐☕ Plus enjoy free breakfast treats from HILS while chatting about local support services.

👉 Come along, get supported, and take positive steps towards wellbeing this June. Read our blog to find out more https://tinyurl.com/yx4mjx4u

It's National Biscuit Day - celebrate this momentous, delicious day by treating yourself to a pack of biccies from your ...
29/05/2026

It's National Biscuit Day - celebrate this momentous, delicious day by treating yourself to a pack of biccies from your local shop or why not make your own? We have plenty of baking books for you to be inspired by!

What's your favourite biscuit? Where do you stand on the Great Jaffa Cake debate: is it a cake or a biscuit? If there was a cake/biscuit version of Star Wars, would there be a character called Jaffa the Hutt? 🍪

https://tinyurl.com/4p3f3hjn

This Explore Your Archives (History Month) we had a magnificent Monsters, Magic and Mayhem event this Tuesday at Hoddesd...
28/05/2026

This Explore Your Archives (History Month) we had a magnificent Monsters, Magic and Mayhem event this Tuesday at Hoddesdon Library! The children created spells and potions using a range of fantastic ingredients, wrote secret letters in lemon juice and designed a dragon, all whilst learning a little about the history behind these activities. A great time was had by all! Big thanks to HALS (Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies) for running the session.

We have plenty more activities coming up and if you and your children want to take part in our next Family Fun event, then book a place for our Fabulous Festival craft session on Saturday 20th June (11am-12pm) where you can get messy with glitter and feathers and make your own amazing headdress!

https://tinyurl.com/bddbbpyx

Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, was born on this day in 1908. His novels featuring the world's most famous spy w...
28/05/2026

Ian Fleming, the creator of James Bond, was born on this day in 1908. His novels featuring the world's most famous spy would in turn lead to one of the most successful series of films ever made, but even if you've seen them many times, you may be surprised to discover that some of the original stories play out quite differently in regard to plot! Share your favourite Bond novel, Bond film or actor to have portrayed 007 below in the comments! 🍸🤵🏻

https://tinyurl.com/bdh85fw2

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98A High Street
Hoddesdon
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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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