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View article Hull marks Windrush Day by celebrating Caribbean culture

Hull marks Windrush Day by celebrating Caribbean culture

21st June 2021

Hull is marking Windrush Day (Tuesday 22 June) by launching ’70 Objeks and Tings’ in partnership with Museumand, The National Caribbean Heritage Museum. ’70 Objeks and Tings’ invites local people to get involved with creating a new book exploring, discovering and recording Caribbean culture in Hull together with an interactive culture trail. As part of […]

View article Plans announced for Big Malarkey Festival 2021

Plans announced for Big Malarkey Festival 2021

8th April 2021

Preparations are underway for the return of Hull’s much-loved family festival, The Big Malarkey. The Big Malarkey Festival, from Hull Libraries, will bring together well-known authors and illustrators alongside local artists, creators and makers in a careful, considered and socially distanced way to showcase the wonderful world the city’s libraries offer. Hello World is the […]

View article Join Hull Libraries and special guests for free online half term fun

Join Hull Libraries and special guests for free online half term fun

11th February 2021

Families are invited to join Hull Libraries and their special guests in a range of activities to enjoy from the comfort of home this half term. Learn new skills and gain confidence with some super funky socially distanced street dance moves on Monday 15 February, 4pm-4.45pm. Zoom Through Space with Cosmic Carol on Tuesday 16 […]

View article Grab your wands and broomsticks for magical Harry Potter Night

Grab your wands and broomsticks for magical Harry Potter Night

3rd February 2021

Young wizards, witches and muggles all invited to a magical Harry Potter Night tomorrow (Thursday 4 February). The Hull Libraries team has been working hard to bring the magic of Harry Potter direct to people’s home, with events taking place from 4pm – 8pm. This year, all of the events will take place online – […]

View article Hull Libraries support thousands of people through Covid-19 pandemic with ebooks, audiobooks and virtual events

Hull Libraries support thousands of people through Covid-19 pandemic with ebooks, audiobooks and virtual events

8th January 2021

When Hull’s 12 library branches were forced to close in March as part of the national lockdown, Hull Libraries remained open online and saw a surge in requests for digital resources. Now as we enter a third lockdown, books look set to be as popular as ever, with people expected to turn to reading to […]

View article Hull’s library service is remaining open during lockdown

Hull’s library service is remaining open during lockdown

6th November 2020

Hull’s library service is continuing to operate during lockdown, however services are limited due to the new government legislation. The following services are remaining open, but strictly by appointment only – Select and Collect Computer access – for essential use only Bus passes – these will be processed over the phone where possible Parking permits […]

View article Launch of Hull’s family summer activity plan

Launch of Hull’s family summer activity plan

20th July 2020

Hull Culture and Leisure Ltd has today revealed its summer activity programmes. The plans will begin today and be available until Friday 4 September for families to enjoy. With events limited due to the ongoing Covid-19 restrictions, 2020’s programme includes a range of activities that can be done in at leisure and are accessible via […]

View article Tom Palmer wins James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award 2020

Tom Palmer wins James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award 2020

17th July 2020

The winner of this year’s KS2 James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award is Tom Palmer for his book D-Day Dog, published to mark the 75th commemoration of the D-Day landings. The winner of the award is chosen by Hull’s young people. Christine Hill, principal librarian at Hull Libraries, said: “The James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book […]

View article Search on for young presenters for online Freedom Festival

Search on for young presenters for online Freedom Festival

13th July 2020

The Big Malarkey Festival is on the hunt for young people to be the faces of an exciting online programme as part of this year’s Freedom Festival. The Reset Lab will be broadcast live from the Makerspace at Hull Central Library and will include workshops with award-winning illustrators and authors, as well as discussions and […]

View article Hull Libraries are reopening: Here’s all you need to know

Hull Libraries are reopening: Here’s all you need to know

8th July 2020

Hull’s libraries are reopening this week. Access to services will be limited as a result of the necessary changes and measures that will introduced as a result of coronavirus. Initially, the following libraries will reopen for appointment-based services only, including a Select and Collect service: Hull Central Library in Albion Street from 9.30am on Thursday […]

View article Hull’s Big Malarkey Festival shortlisted for national award

Hull’s Big Malarkey Festival shortlisted for national award

8th July 2020

The Big Malarkey has been shortlisted in the Fantastic for Families Awards for its outstanding contribution to family-friendly arts and culture. The Fantastic for Families Awards, organised by the Arts Council, celebrate the wealth of outstanding creative events and spaces for families across the UK. The annual Big Malarkey Festival, organised by Hull Libraries, is […]

View article Exciting future of Hull’s libraries mapped out in 10-year plan

Exciting future of Hull’s libraries mapped out in 10-year plan

21st May 2020

Hull City Council has agreed a 10-year strategy for the city’s libraries. The strategy, which tells how technology will play an important role in libraries of the future, was agreed at a Cabinet meeting earlier this week following consultation with residents and library staff. The vision for Hull’s libraries in 2030 illustrates the central role […]