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πŸ™ We’re really sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

11.03.2026 10:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“’ Service Update – Stockwood Library

Unfortunately, we’re currently unable to offer public computer access at Stockwood Library.

⏱️ Extended Access is still available during our usual advertised times, but computer use won’t be possible for now.

11.03.2026 10:24 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“š Our library copies will be added to stock ASAP and will soon be available to request via Libraries West

πŸ™ Huge thank you to Peirene Press for making the event possible β€” and thank you to everyone who joined us!πŸ™Œ @artscouncilengland.bsky.social

10.03.2026 11:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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βœ¨πŸ“š What a wonderful evening!

It was a joy to host our Fiction in Translation event last night with author RenΓ© Karabash and translator Izidora Angel! πŸŒπŸ“–
We enjoyed a fascinating conversation about the International Booker–longlisted She Who Remains, brilliantly hosted by author and poet Ralf Webb✨

10.03.2026 11:58 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ TODAY

πŸ”° Tuesday 10th March
πŸ”° 7pm (doors open 6:45pm)
πŸ”° Elizabeth Linley: The Nightingale of Bath
πŸ”° Thomas Messel tells the story of Elizabeth Linley, one of Britain’s most celebrated singers of C18th
πŸ”° Redland Library, Bristol
πŸ”° Admission Β£3 ( pay at the door - cash only )

10.03.2026 07:46 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

ℹ️ Eligibility: Supportive learning environments for adults 19+ with few or no formal qualifications.

🀝 Delivered by Community Learning & West of England Combined Authority.

10.03.2026 09:54 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“… Starts: Monday 20th April 2026 (term time only)
⏰ Time: 11:00am – 1:30pm
πŸ“ Where: Filwood Library, Bristol BS4 1JN

πŸ“ž Contact: Lorraine Vasil
Phone: 077 2170 2872
βœ‰οΈ Email: Lorraine.Vasil@bristol.gov.uk

10.03.2026 09:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“šβœ¨ English Through Media – FREE Course! 🎧πŸŽ₯πŸ“

Join a 10‑week course designed to help you build confidence in reading, writing, speaking and listening.

You'll use videos, podcasts, real‑life documents, digital tools and hands‑on activities to grow your skills at your own pace. 🌟

10.03.2026 09:54 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“£ Advance notice: Avonmouth Library will be closed on Tuesday 17 March and Wednesday 18 March while new windows are being installed. We apologise for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back soon.

10.03.2026 09:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

‼️Due to a building issue, Redland library will be closed today, Saturday 7th March.‼️
Apologies for any inconvenience.

07.03.2026 11:09 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Update: Knowle Library will be closed Saturday 7, Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 March, due to building issues. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

06.03.2026 15:34 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

‼️Due to building issues, Stockwood library will be closed tomorrow Saturday 7th March.
Extended Access will be closed all weekend and the morning of Monday 9th March.
We apologise for any inconvenience

06.03.2026 15:32 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

‼️Due to building issues, Knowle library will be closed tomorrow Friday 6th March.
Further updates will be shared as they are available. Apologies for any inconvenience.

05.03.2026 12:19 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

⚠️ Due to building issues, Knowle library will be closed tomorrow, Thursday 5 March.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Further updates will be shared as they are available.

04.03.2026 15:48 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for your understanding πŸ’›

04.03.2026 11:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“’ Cancelled: Story Time and Rhyme and Story Time sessions at Central Library this week

Unfortunately, Story Time on Friday 6 at 10.45am is cancelled ❌, and Rhyme and Story Time on Saturday 7 at 10.45am is also cancelled ❌.

πŸ“… All sessions will resume as normal next week from Monday 9 March πŸ‘

04.03.2026 11:49 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“£ Due to staff absence, the following library will be closed today: Hartcliffe
Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

04.03.2026 10:12 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ“£ Due to staff absence, Marksbury Road Library will be open shorter hours today; Tuesday 3rd March, from 10.30-3. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

03.03.2026 09:44 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Hi Gabi. It's still broken, but we are working on it. We apologise for any inconvenience in the meantime. Best wishes, Paul, Bristol Libraries

02.03.2026 12:28 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

You can see one of the longlisted authors, and her translator, for an event next Monday at Central Library. Book your place here: bristol.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=266...

02.03.2026 10:49 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

⚠️ Due to building issues, Knowle library will be closed today, Monday 2nd March. We apologise for any inconvenience

02.03.2026 10:47 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 - Fiction in Translation: Author Rene Karabash and Translator Izidora Angel discuss She Who Remains SHE WHO REMAINSLONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026High in the Accursed Mountains, in a village ruled by the ancient laws of the Kanun, Bekija escapes an arranged marriage by becoming a ...

We're looking forward to hosting one of the longlisted authors for an event next Monday: bristol.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=266...

02.03.2026 10:47 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Pinboard with details of Avonmouth Library's free Killer Women crime fiction event at 3pm on 27 March, with headshots of authors Jayne Chard, Jane Shemilt and HJ Reed.

Pinboard with details of Avonmouth Library's free Killer Women crime fiction event at 3pm on 27 March, with headshots of authors Jayne Chard, Jane Shemilt and HJ Reed.

What drives women to crime (fiction)? Meet bestselling writers Jane Shemilt, HJ Reed & @jaynechard.bsky.social to find out. Tickets for Avonmouth Library's Killer Women are free, but going fast!

Friday 27 Mar, 3pm.

www.ticketsource.co.uk/acca

@bristollibraries.bsky.social @bristol247.bsky.social

27.02.2026 10:38 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Find out more here: www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/li...

02.03.2026 10:24 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, we do have it. You can search for it on our LibrariesWest catalogue and reserve it to your local library for free: www.librarieswest.org.uk/search?p_p_i... #persepolis #iran #marjanesatrapi #graphicnovels #librarieswest

02.03.2026 09:41 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

⚠ Rhymetime is cancelled at Central Library today. Apologies for any inconvenience

02.03.2026 09:34 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

βœ¨πŸ“š We are excited to be hosting author Rene Karabash and translator Izidora Angel discussing #internationalbooker2026 longlisted book She Who Remains
πŸ“† Monday 9th March at Bristol Central Library
πŸ‘‰ Find out more and book your place here: bristol.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=266...

26.02.2026 16:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 - Fiction in Translation: Author Rene Karabash and Translator Izidora Angel discuss She Who Remains SHE WHO REMAINSLONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026High in the Accursed Mountains, in a village ruled by the ancient laws of the Kanun, Bekija escapes an arranged marriage by becoming a ...

We are excited to be hosting an event with author Rene Karabash and translator Izidora Angel on Monday 9th March at Bristol Central Library. See you there?
Find out more and book your place here:
bristol.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=266...
@izidoraangel.bsky.social

26.02.2026 16:32 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 - Fiction in Translation: Author Rene Karabash and Translator Izidora Angel discuss She Who Remains SHE WHO REMAINSLONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026High in the Accursed Mountains, in a village ruled by the ancient laws of the Kanun, Bekija escapes an arranged marriage by becoming a ...

LONGLISTED FOR THE INTERNATIONAL BOOKER PRIZE 2026 πŸŒπŸ†

Fiction in Translation: Author Rene Karabash and translator Izidora Angel discuss She Who Remains at Bristol Central Library πŸ“–πŸ›οΈ

πŸ“† Monday 9th March – don’t miss it! ✨

πŸ‘‰ Book your place now:
bristol.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=266...

26.02.2026 16:20 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

⚠️ Due to building issues, Shirehampton Library will be closed for the rest of the day today, Wednesday 25 February. We apologise for the inconvenience to our users.

25.02.2026 15:41 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0