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Thank you to everyone who visited the Library stand and our Storytime event at the Wantage Children’s Books Festival on ...
02/06/2026

Thank you to everyone who visited the Library stand and our Storytime event at the Wantage Children’s Books Festival on Saturday! It was a fantastic event and we loved chatting with you all.
The children had great fun meeting our Library Bear, who is now back at the library and eagerly waiting for his name to be announced—thank you so much for all your wonderful suggestions!
We were also delighted to talk to so many of you about the upcoming Summer Reading Challenge. There’s already so much excitement building, and we can’t wait to get started!
Huge thank you to the organisers of this wonderful event.

Today at Wantage Library: Despite the hot weather, some of our younger customers still enjoyed getting creative with cha...
23/05/2026

Today at Wantage Library: Despite the hot weather, some of our younger customers still enjoyed getting creative with chalk art outside 🎨☀️
Inside, our treasure trail exploring composers and their countries of birth was also a hit!
Don’t forget to check our previous posts for details of our half-term programme—we’ve got plenty more activities to come 😊

We have a fantastic programme of half-term activities coming up, including a special visit from children’s author Naomi ...
22/05/2026

We have a fantastic programme of half-term activities coming up, including a special visit from children’s author Naomi Joslyn. Save this post or pop in to the library to pick up a printed copy of the full programme.
What’s on:

Saturday 23 May
Chalk Art Outside (weather permitting), 10am–12pm
Elmer Storytime and Craft, 2.30–4pm

Monday 25 May
Library closed for the Bank Holiday

Tuesday 26 May
Children’s author Naomi Joslyn presents an exciting story about the Great Fire of London, 11am–12pm (tickets available at the library)
Freestyle Scrap Challenge for imaginative crafters, 2–4pm

Wednesday 27 May
Baby Builders (under 5s), 10am–12pm
Plate Art, 2–4pm

Thursday 28 May
Make a Bug Headband, 10am–12pm
Library closes at 1pm

Friday 29 May
Baby Builders (under 5s), 10am–12pm
Freestyle Scrap Challenge for imaginative crafters, 2–4pm

Saturday 30 May
Lego Challenge, 10am–12pm
Paddington Storytime and Craft, 2.30–4pm

All events are free and drop-in.
For the author event, please book your free ticket by contacting Wantage Library:
📞 01865 815197
✉️ [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you!

A big thank you to Kim for introducing us to the calming craft of origami at Wantage Library!Our customers had a wonderf...
22/05/2026

A big thank you to Kim for introducing us to the calming craft of origami at Wantage Library!
Our customers had a wonderful time learning to fold paper into beautiful shapes—and it was lovely to see everyone leave with their own creations.
Thank you to everyone who came along, and to Wantage Bookshop for supporting the event with Kim’s beautiful books.

Join us at Wantage Library for our colourful Elmer Day celebration! Enjoy a special storytime starting at 2:30pm, follow...
20/05/2026

Join us at Wantage Library for our colourful Elmer Day celebration! Enjoy a special storytime starting at 2:30pm, followed by a fun craft activity.
It promises to be a bright and cheerful event. As always, it’s free and no booking is required—just drop in and join the fun!
Where: Wantage Library
When: Saturday 23rd May, 2.30 - 4pm

Author Talk with Jim Donahue at Wantage Library Wednesday 1st July, 6.15pm Join us for an engaging evening with author a...
19/05/2026

Author Talk with Jim Donahue at Wantage Library
Wednesday 1st July, 6.15pm
Join us for an engaging evening with author and photographer Jim Donahue, as he uncovers lesser-known stories from the Thames Valley’s past.
Jim will talk about his book The Thames Valley: Past, Present, and Future – A Snapshot of English Life and share some of his stunning photographs of the area.
Enjoy a Q&A session, plus the chance to purchase signed copies of the book.
🎟️ Tickets: £2 (includes a welcome drink)
📞 Call: 01865 815197
📧 Email: [email protected]
We’d love to see you there!

Maria Kempson from Dementia Oxfordshire, a service provided by Age UK, will be visiting Wantage Library to offer support...
18/05/2026

Maria Kempson from Dementia Oxfordshire, a service provided by Age UK, will be visiting Wantage Library to offer support and advice to anyone affected by dementia.
These sessions are free and you do not need to book. We also have free tea and coffee available. We look forward to your visit. Wednesday 20th May 10.30am - 1pm

Your local Age UK Link Worker will be at Wantage Library on Tuesday 19th May, from 11:30am to 1:00pm, offering friendly ...
16/05/2026

Your local Age UK Link Worker will be at Wantage Library on Tuesday 19th May, from 11:30am to 1:00pm, offering friendly support, information, and advice on a wide range of local services, activities, and organisations. This is a free drop-in session—no booking needed. We look forward to welcoming you.

Storytime takes place every Saturday at Wantage Library at 2:30pm for 30 minutes. You never know what the story will be,...
14/05/2026

Storytime takes place every Saturday at Wantage Library at 2:30pm for 30 minutes. You never know what the story will be, but it’s always a fantastic one!
Suitable for children of all ages and their grown-ups, this fun, free weekly event, no need to book—just come along and join in the adventure!

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Stirlings Road
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Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 4:30pm

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