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Southend Libraries More than just books! A public resource for all! Southend Libraries are six branches serving the Southend-on-Sea Borough.

Discover our events at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/southend-libraries-18530130247
Explore our catalogue at: https://southend.spydus.co.uk While we may be known for our books, we also provide multiple online resources; including free access to e-magazines & e-books, e-comics & e-audio. Access our free Online Reference Library with resources as diverse as Ancestry, Encyclopedia Britannica and EBSCO. Stop by to use a People's Network computer for free or join in a Storyrhymes session with your little ones. Whatever you are looking for, Southend Libraries can get you on the road to finding it!

On this day in 1940 Britain endured a significant change in the wartime experience. On 15th October 1940 air combat inte...
15/10/2026

On this day in 1940 Britain endured a significant change in the wartime experience. On 15th October 1940 air combat intensified to a level not previously seen, with Kent, The Thames Estuary and London attacked heavily by day and London and Birmingham most notably at night, as the Luftwaffe shifted its tactical focus to Britain's key infrastructure.
Discover more about this extraordinary time in Britain's recent history by visiting our dedicated non-fiction display on the first floor of The Forum.
The selection of titles includes:
'The Splendid And The Vile: A Saga of the Churchill, Family and Defence During The Blitz' by Erik Larson
'The Battle of London 1939-1945: Endurance Heroism And Frailty Under Fire' by
Jerry White

Tickets released! 🍂Join author Hollie Hughes for a reading of her brand new children's book and an inspiring craft activ...
15/10/2026

Tickets released! 🍂
Join author Hollie Hughes for a reading of her brand new children's book and an inspiring craft activity!
Meet the Green Child, guardian of the seasons and protector of our planet! This magical and timeless tale celebrates the cycle of the seasons and offers a reminder to slow down and live in harmony with our planet.

Friday 30th October, 10am – 12pm at The Forum

Alongside the reading and the craft activity there will be the opportunity to ask Hollie questions about her book and her writing.
We will also be welcoming Jacqson Diego Booksellers so you can purchase your very own copy of the book to take home and enjoy.
This event is suitable for ages 3+.
Tickets are FREE, available from our Eventbrite page (link in bio) or call: 01702 534111.

The sooner you start learning, the sooner this will be you! 💪You can learn 140+ languages in Transparent Language Online...
15/10/2026

The sooner you start learning, the sooner this will be you! 💪
You can learn 140+ languages in Transparent Language Online - free with your library card! Head to the 'eResources' section of our online catalogue (link in bio) for the Transparent Language link!

As part of the Red Relief Scheme free female sanitary products are available in the public facilities at The Forum, Kent...
15/10/2026

As part of the Red Relief Scheme free female sanitary products are available in the public facilities at The Forum, Kent Elms, Leigh, Southchurch and Westcliff Libraries.

Did you know this is National Baking Week? (14-20 October)Well, whisk your way to The Forum for the biggest batch of bak...
14/10/2026

Did you know this is National Baking Week? (14-20 October)
Well, whisk your way to The Forum for the biggest batch of baking books for miles! This week is a chance to have fun in the kitchen - so get messy, get creative and get baking! 🎂 Brand new books include: 'How To Cheat At Baking' by Sarah Rainey, 'Celebrate: Joyful Baking All Year Round' by Paul Hollywood.

Our other focus is upon the not disconnected theme of . Here you'll find the life-affirming accounts of those for whom self-acceptance has been a journey, offering wisdom and insight into the far-reaching influence of one's self-perception. 💪 Books include: 'You Are Not A Before Picture by Lex Light and 'Coming Home: The Moments That Made Me' by Freddie Flintoff.

Here's a lovely autumnal craft! 🦊 Come along to The Forum this weekend to Create & Make a Collaged Fox Face.Saturday 17t...
14/10/2026

Here's a lovely autumnal craft! 🦊 Come along to The Forum this weekend to Create & Make a Collaged Fox Face.
Saturday 17th October, 1pm - 3pm at The Forum.
£1 per child, suitable for ages 4+ with parent/carer supervision.

Take a look at Library's plans for (21st-28th October); two fun bird-themed crafting activities and a book sale bona...
14/10/2026

Take a look at Library's plans for (21st-28th October); two fun bird-themed crafting activities and a book sale bonanza to boot! All books priced at 25p! ♻📚♻
Craft activities are suitable for children aged 4+ with parent/carer supervision. We hope to see you there!

At Library the cauldron is beginning to bubble and the closet is rattling with skeleton bones... and that's just the s...
14/10/2026

At Library the cauldron is beginning to bubble and the closet is rattling with skeleton bones... and that's just the staff room! ☠️
Look forward (through your fingers) to a supernaturally spooky Ghost Trail - coming ready or not on Friday 30th October! 🦇💀 Will you find the 12 ghosts of Halloween? 👻

Later this month Mental Health Support Team Essex will be conducting a 'Managing Emotions Workshop', suitable for childr...
13/10/2026

Later this month Mental Health Support Team Essex will be conducting a 'Managing Emotions Workshop', suitable for children aged 7-11, at Westcliff Library.
Simply drop-in on the day or book your place in advance by following the Eventbrite links in the poster.
Wednesday 28th October, 10am - 12pm at Westcliff Library

FREE Replacement batteries are available to collect from Southend Libraries.Please visit your local Southend Library a...
13/10/2026

FREE Replacement batteries are available to collect from Southend Libraries.
Please visit your local Southend Library and bring your NHS Hearing Aid Battery Book/Card with you.
Hand in your old batteries for disposal too!

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