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Library Events

  • Computer training

    We offer various free computer training sessions at our libraries in a friendly relaxed environment.

  • The Gate Library Reading Group

    The Gate Library Reading Group meets every first Tuesday of the month, from 6.30 to 7.30pm.

  • Writers Group

    The Writers Group takes place at the Library @ The Gate on the last Tuesday of every month from 5.30 until 7.30pm.

  • Stratford Library Reading Group

    The Stratford Library Reading Group meets every second Monday of the month from 6.30 to 7.30pm.

  • National Year of Reading

    2008 is the National Year of Reading and Newham's libraries will be holding a wide range of events and promotions across the borough. Join a reading group, meet an author or take part in a competition! We also have lots of fun suggestions on new ways to enjoy reading on your own or with others.

  • Reading Groups

    We offer a wide variety of reading groups at our libraries, with groups aimed at all ages and in a number of community languages. They are all free of charge and are a great place to meet new people!

  • Over 50's Club

    The Over 50's Club meets every Tuesday morning at Beckton Globe Library.

  • Over 50's Reading Group

    The Over 50s Reading Group meets every first Tuesday of the month from 9.45 to 11.45am at Beckton Globe Library.

  • Recommended Reads

    You can always ask for advice on a good book when you visit a library, but the staff at Newham's libraries are so passionate about books they just have to share some of their favourite reads with you over the internet as well! Every week throughout the National Year of Reading we will bring you a new review of some of their favourite books.

  • Year of Reading Themes

    Each month during the 2008 National Year of Reading has a different theme to inspire you with reading activities and entertainment. Newham's libraries will share with you here their favourite ideas from each month's theme.

  • East Ham Library Reading Group

    The East Ham Library Reading Group meets every third Monday of the month from 6.15 to 7.45pm.

  • Plaistow Library Reading Group

    The Plaistow Library Reading Group meets every first Thursday of the month from 6.45 to 7.45pm.

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