Stirling Libraries and Archives

16/10/2026

Play, Talk, Read Pathways is coming to St Ninians Library!

Looking for a fun, free activity for your little one? Join us for a special family play session led by the fantastic Play Practitioner team, bringing stories to life through play, creativity and exploration.

Suitable for children aged 0-4 years

📅Friday 23 October
📍St Ninians Library

Choose from one of the following sessions:
⏰10:00am
⏰11:00am
⏰12:00pm
⏰2:00pm

Sessions are free but booking is required:

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Come and join Pathways Through Play with your wee one aged 0-4 in your local community space for interactive stories and play!

16/10/2026

Join as at Dunblane Library to celebrate Stirling Science Festival on Thursday 22nd October with Mathematics for fun.

This event is free but booking is essential, so contact Dunblane Library to grab your place:
📬[email protected]
☎️01786 823125

15/10/2026

CORNTON AND CAMBUSBARRON UPDATES - THU 15TH OCTOBER

Cornton Library will be closed today - this means that tonight's Ukulele Class will also be cancelled.

Cambusbarron Library will be closing early today at 5pm.

Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

15/10/2026

Book launch and author talk, Thursday 19th November, 6pm-7pm.

Join us at Central Library, Stirling as we welcome the Hebridean Baker, Coinneach MacLeod for an evening of festive stories and the launch of his latest book: A Scottish Christmas. Coinneach will share festive baking inspiration, cherished family traditions and tales of Christmas and Hogmanay in the Hebrides.

From the kitchen to the ceilidh, discover the food, folklore and music that make a Scottish Christmas so special. Expect plenty of laughter, a touch of Gaelic and a warm island welcome as Coinneach brings the spirit of a Hebridean Christmas to life.

Tickets are £5 and available online with Eventbrite or direct from Central Library, Stirling. Coinneach will be signing books after the event. Book sales on the night supported by Waterstones are card only.

🔗https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-festive-evening-with-the-hebridean-baker-tickets-2003199438445?aff=oddtdtcreator

14/10/2026

✨🪄 A Magical Time at Bridge of Allan Library! 🪄✨

Staff, children and parents all had a magical time celebrating everything Harry Potter! 🧙‍♂️⚡

From mixing their own special potions to designing personalised wands and house ties, there was plenty of wizarding fun for everyone. With magical stories, quizzes and an exciting treasure hunt, the library was filled with fun, laughter and a little Hogwarts magic! 🧪🪄📚

A fabulous time was had by all! 💫

14/10/2026

Powering the Future at St Ninians Library! ⚛

As part of the Stirling Science Festival 2026, we're delighted to welcome Glasgow Science Centre for an exciting hands-on science event!

Discover the science behind how we power our world and explore the innovations that could shape our future. Exciting interactive displays, perfect for curious minds of all ages.

No booking required, just drop in and join the fun.

13/10/2026

We're excited to be hosting an extra Bookbug session on Tuesday 20th October at St Ninians Library at 9.45am.

Come along for all your favourite songs, stories, and rhymes, then stay afterwards to meet our special visitors from Childsmile, who will be sharing tips and resources to help your little ones look after their teeth.

This drop-in session will take place from 10.30am-12.30pm. A fun way to introduce younger children to the idea of going to the Dentist. 🪥

13/10/2026

What a fantastic visit to St Ninians Library!

Children's author Barbara Henderson captivated our young audience as she brought history to life through her storytelling and shared her experiences of becoming a published author. The session was full of inspiration, imagination, and plenty of questions from enthusiastic readers.

Thank you, Barbara, for spending time with us and encouraging the next generation of readers and writers.

Watch this space for an exciting new club for young writers and illustrators P4-P7. WRITE CLUB JNR coming soon! Ask at the desk for more information.

09/10/2026

⚡ Magic was in the air at Central Library as staff celebrated Harry Potter Book Day with pupils from Our Lady's Primary School! Wands were at the ready, Dobby socks were crafted, quizzes were tackled, potions were invented, and enchanting puzzles kept everyone busy throughout the day. Thanks to everyone who joined in the wizarding fun!

08/10/2026

Lots of people in Stirling were having a Wee Read yesterday!
* 1255 books were borrowed from our libraries and online.
* Most borrowed adult book of the day: A Death in Glasgow by Eva Macrae.
* Most borrowed junior book of the day: Rowan the Red Squirrel by Lynne Rickards.
The Scottish Library & Information Council