Friday, July 31, 2026

Comic Fest at Sheffield Libraries

Comic Fest is coming to Sheffield Libraries!

Get ready for two days of comics, creativity and great stories at Comic Fest Sheffield Libraries. Whether you're already a comic fan or keen to find out more, there's something for everyone. Enjoy author talks, illustrator workshops and fun activities for all ages.

Comics are a great way to tell stories. They combine words and pictures to bring ideas to life and spark the imagination. From superheroes and fantasy adventures to true stories and funny tales, comics can help people discover a love of reading.

You can explore our collection of graphic novels and comics, find new favourites, and discover your next great read to borrow from the library.

Events for Adults

A collage of images showing portraits of Bryan and Mary Talbot, and Miriam Gold, alongside their book covers, Grandville, Lo, An Amazon and Elena a handmade life.

  • Grandville and the Anthropomorphic Tradition with Bryan Talbot
    Friday 28 August, 3.00pm - 4.00pm
    Central Library, Carpenter Room
    Find out more and book via Eventbrite

  • Lo! An Amazon! with Mary and Bryan Talbot
    Saturday 29 August, 12.00noon - 1.00pm
    Central Library, Carpenter Room
    Find out more and book via Eventbrite

  • Elena: A Handmade Life with Miriam Gold
    Saturday 29 August, 2.00pm - 3.00pm
    Central Library, Carpenter Room
    Find out more and book via Eventbrite

  • Adult Graphic Novel and Superhero Quiz
    Saturday 29 August, 10.00-11.00am
    Central Library, Carpenter Room
    Booking Link coming soon!


Events for Children and Teens

This collage of images shows the front cover of Chris Mould's Iron Man, beside a photo of Bobby Joseph, the author of My Dad Fights Demons.

  • Bobby Joseph Comic Workshop
    Suitable for ages around 11-14 years.
    Friday 28 August, 12.00noon - 1.00pm
    Central Library, Young Adult Area
    Find out more and book via Eventbrite

  • The Iron Man with Illustrator Chris Mould
    Suitable for ages 7-13 years.
    Friday 28 August, 1.00pm - 2.00pm
    Central Library, Carpenter Room
    Find out more and book via Eventbrite

  • Children's Superhero themed quiz 
    Friday 28 August,     11.00am - 12.00noon
    Central Library, Carpenter Room.
    Booking Link Coming Soon!

Drop-in Activities (All Ages)

A collage of images showing children's hands crafting with card, and the cover of Drawn to Change the World a book by Emma Reynolds.

  • Five Minute Portraits with Emma Reynolds
    Suitable for all ages
    Friday 28 August 
    12.00noon - 1.15pm, 2.00pm - 3.00pm and 3.30pm - 4.15pm
    Central Library

  • Comic Making and Craft Activities
    Suitable for all ages
    Friday 28 and Saturday 29 August, 11.00am - 3.00pm
    Central Children's Library
    Drop-in

  • Superhero themed Babytime
    Friday 28 August, 11.00am - 12.00noon
    Central Children's Library
    Drop-in


Discover More...

A banner showing a selection of our comics and graphic novels, including Black Hammer, Hulk, Cat Gamer, Invincible, Saga and Clementine

Looking for your next comic obsession?  Sheffield Libraries has a huge choice of comics and graphic novels for all ages, from bestselling manga and superhero adventures to powerful true tales, fantasy epics and children's favourites. 

Can't make it to the library? You can also borrow digital comics and graphic novels for free via our e-library, Libby. With hundreds of titles available on your phone, tablet or computer, it's easier than ever. It's all free with your Sheffield Library membership.

 



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Monday, May 18, 2026

Children's Half Term Holiday Activities

Nature Weave Windows at Chapeltown Library; Pebble Painting at Highfield Library


Join us over the half term holidays for a range of fun children's activities!

We have more events to tie in with our "Outdoors" theme, ranging from outdoor craft workshops (weather permitting) to pebble painting.

Please note that all our libraries are closed on Monday 25 May for the bank holiday. For our regular staff training closures, please visit our website.

Read on to find out what's on at your local library...


Central Children's Library

Minibeast Crafts

Tuesday 26 May, 10am-midday. Age 10 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Parent Club  - songs, rhymes, and a chance to meet other parents
Wednesday 27 May, 3pm-3.45pm. Age 18 months and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Tales and Tunes

Friday 29 May, 11am-midday. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!



Chapeltown Library

Babytime
Tuesday 26 May, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Woodland Wellbeing children's activity session
Tuesday 26 May, 2.30pm-4.30pm. Age 2-12
Meet at the library. This event will take place outside, weather permitting.

Nature Weave Windows craft session
Wednesday 27 May, from 10.30am while supplies last. Age 5+
No need to book, just drop in!


Crystal Peaks Library

Outdoors-themed crafts
Available every morning throughout the half term holidays. Age 12 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Darnall Library

Outdoors-themed crafts
Throughout the half term holidays. All ages welcome
Drop in any time during library opening hours


Ecclesall Library

Woodland Wellbeing children's activity session
Tuesday 26 May, 10.30am-12.30pm. Age 2-12
Meet at the library. This event will take place outside, weather permitting.

Babytime
Wednesday 27 May, 2pm-3pm. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Firth Park Library

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Saturday 23 May, 2pm-3pm. Age 8-12
No need to book, just drop in!

Egg Cress Heads craft session
Tuesday 26 May, 2pm-3pm. Age 5-10
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime PLUS
Wednesday 27 May, 11am-midday. Age 3-7
No need to book, just drop in!

Spring Crafternoon: Paper Plate Gardens
Wednesday 27 May, 2pm-3pm. Age 3-16
No need to book, just drop in!

Sensory Session: Neurodiverse play and craft
Friday 29 May, 10.30am-12.30pm. Age 3-11
No need to book, just drop in!

Spring Crafternoon: Travel Theme and Origami (Hot Air Balloons, Origami Boat and Plane)
Saturday 30 May, 2pm-3pm. Age 5-16
No need to book, just drop in!


Highfield Library

Pebble Painting
Tuesday 26 May, 10.30am-11.30am. All ages
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Wednesday 27 May, 11am-midday. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Friday 29 May, 11.15-12.15. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Hillsborough Library

Book character trail
Throughout the half term holidays. Age 2+
Drop in any time during library opening hours

Storytime
Tuesday 26 May, 11am-11.45am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Design your own bookmark craft session
Tuesday 26 May, 2.30pm-3.15pm. Age 5+
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 203959 or hillsborough.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Design and write your own zine
Wednesday 27 May, 11am-midday. Age 8+
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 203959 or hillsborough.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Make your own pinwheel craft session
Wednesday 27 May, 2.30pm-3.15pm. Age 5+
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 203959 or hillsborough.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Babytime
Friday 29 May, 10am-10.45pm. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Design your own book cover
Friday 29 May, 2.30pm-3.15pm. Age 5+
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 203959 or hillsborough.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Saturday 30 May, 11.30am-12.30pm. Age 8-11.
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 203959 or hillsborough.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Crafty bits and bobs
Saturday 30 May, 2.30pm-3.15pm. Age 5+
No need to book, just drop in!


Manor Library

Outdoor Adventure Storytime
Tuesday 26 May, 11.30am-12.30pm. Age 5 and under
Meet at the library. This event will take place outside, weather permitting.
No need to book, just drop in!

Craft Session
Friday 29 May, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 3-11
No need to book, just drop in!


Parson Cross Library

Storytime
Tuesday 26 May, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Board Games Session
Wednesday 27 May, all day during library opening hours. Age 5-12
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Friday 29 May, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Stocksbridge Library

Storytime
Tuesday 26 May, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Woodseats Library

Very Hungry Caterpillar crafts and activities
Throughout the half term holidays. All ages
Drop in any time during library opening hours (please note that the library is closed in the morning of Tuesday 26 May for staff training, and will open at 2pm)
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Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Sheffield Children's Book Award




We have very exciting news - the Sheffield Children's Book Award shortlist is out!

Teachers and library staff have been very busy reading and choosing the very best, most fun and engaging books of 2025.

We have something for all ages, from tiny tots right up to young adults. You will be able to vote for your favourites in any Sheffield public library, so dive in and get reading!

You can watch our video of all the shortlisted titles on YouTube, or read on for the full list.


Baby Books



Ada's Rainy Day by Daishu Ma
Touch and Feel: Construction by Sasha Morton and illustrated by Adam Howling
Animal Actions: Stomp Like an Elephant by Guilherme Karsten



Toddler Books



If a Monkey Ate Nothing but Bananas by Lillias Kinsman-Chauvet
Oh Dear, Look What I Got! by Michael Rosen, illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
Calling All Bears by Diana Murray, illustrated by Alex Willmore



Picture Books



Do You See the Tiger? by Philip Ardagh, illustrated by David Melling
The Forever Bear by Lu Fraser, illustrated by Pippa Curnick
Once I Was A Tree by Eoin McLaughlin, illustrated by Guilherme Karsten



Emerging Reads



My Teacher is a Diamond Thief! by Pamela Butchart, illustrated by Thomas Flintham
Donut Squad Take Over the World by Neill Cameron
Squirrel and Duck: Mission Improbable, by Tom Percival



Shorter Novels



Sin Bin Island by Doug Naylor
The Lone Husky by Hannah Gold, illustrated by Levi Pinfold
The Zombie Project by Alice Nuttall



Longer Novels




People Like Stars by Patrice Lawrence
What Happens Online by Nathanael Lessore
My Name Is Samim by Fidan Meikle


Young Adult



Traumaland by Josh Silver
Bury Your Friends by Benjamin Dean
My Name is Jodie Jones by Emma Shevah


Vote for your favourites here!

Happy reading!



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Friday, March 20, 2026

Easter Holiday Children's Activities

Two children with crafts they have created - a mini garden and a pinwheel


Once again we have a brilliant range of free activities to keep your kids entertained over the Easter holidays!

Our theme for this quarter is "Outdoors", so we have lots of opportunities to get crafty both indoors and out (weather permitting).

Please note that all our libraries are closed on Friday 3 April, Saturday 4 April, Sunday 5 April and Monday 6 April. For our regular staff training closures, please visit our website.

Read on to find out what's on at your local library...


Central Library and Central Children's

Tales and Tunes

Monday 30 March and Friday 10 April, 11am-midday. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Easter Crafts
Tuesday 31 March, Thursday 2 April, Tuesday 7 April and Thursday 9 April. Age 3-7 but all welcome
Drop in any time during library opening hours

Amazelab outdoor-themed science workshop
Wednesday 1 April, 10.30am-12.30pm. Age 5-11

Parent Club - songs, rhymes, and a chance to meet other parents
Wednesday 1 April and Wednesday 8 April, 3pm-3.45pm. Age 18 months and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Children's Sensory Writing Workshop and Book Signing with Chloë Heuch, author of A History of My Weird
Wednesday 8 April, Carpenter Room, 2.30pm-3.30pm. Age 9+
Book via Eventbrite

Hive Young Writers' Day
Saturday 11 April, Carpenter Room, 10.30am-3.30pm. Age 15-26


Chapeltown Library

Easter Hunt
Monday 30 March - Wednesday 1 April. Age 6-10.
Drop in any time during library opening hours

Easter-themed Storytime
Monday 30 March, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Easter-themed Babytime
Tuesday 31 March, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Outdoor play and storytelling
Wednesday 1 April, 2.30pm-3.30pm. Age 7 and under
Meet at the library. This event will take place outside, weather permitting.
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 2037000 or chapeltown.library@sheffield.gov.uk


Crystal Peaks Library

Easter Egg Hunt
Throughout the Easter holidays. Age 12 and under
Drop in any time during library opening hours

Easter Crafts
Every morning throughout the Easter holidays. Age 9 and under
Drop in any morning during library opening hours

Storytime PLUS
Monday 30 March, 10.15am-11am. Age 5 and under, plus older siblings
No need to book, just drop in!


Darnall Library

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Saturday 28 March, 11.30am-12.30pm. Age 8-11.
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 2037429 or darnall.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Play, Chat and Learn with Family Hubs
Tuesday 31 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 5 and under, plus older siblings
No need to book, just drop in!

Amazelab outdoor-themed science workshop
Wednesday 1 April, 10.30am-12.30pm. Age 5-11


Ecclesall Library

Easter Egg Hunt
Monday 30 March - Wednesday 1 April. All ages
Drop in any time during library opening hours

Storytime
Monday 30 March, 2pm-3pm. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Outdoor play and storytelling
Tuesday 31 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 7 and under
Meet at the library. This event will take place outside, weather permitting.
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 2037222 or ecclesall.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Babytime
Wednesday 1 April and Wednesday 8 April, 2pm-3pm. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!



Firth Park Library

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Saturday 28 March, 2pm-3pm. Age 8-12
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Monday 30 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 0-3
No need to book, just drop in!

Holiday Crafternoons
Monday 30 March and Tuesday 7 April, 2pm-3pm. Age 5-12
No need to book, just drop in!

Imagination Gaming Healthy Holidays activity
Tuesday 31 March and Friday 10 April, 10am-2pm. All ages. For children who receive free school meals.
Book via Sheffield Healthy Holidays

Storytime PLUS
Wednesday 1 April, 11am-midday. Age 5 and under, plus older siblings
No need to book, just drop in!

Family Board Games session
Wednesday 1 April and Wednesday 8 April, 2pm-3pm. Age 5-12, plus family members
No need to book, just drop in!

Family Hub play session: craft, story, songs, toys
Wednesday 8 April, 11am-12.30pm. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Sensory Session: Neurodiverse play and craft
Friday 10 April, 10am-midday. Age 5-11
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 2037433 or firthpark.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Number Ninjas maths activity
Friday 10 April, 2pm-3pm. Age 3-11
No need to book, just drop in!

Code Club
Saturday 11 April, 2pm-3pm. Age 7-12
No need to book, just drop in!


Highfield Library

Easter-themed craft activity
Tuesday 31 March, 10.30am-11.30am. All ages
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Wednesday 1 April and Wednesday 8 April, 11.15-midday. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Outdoor-themed craft activity
Tuesday 7 April, 10.30am-11.30am. All ages
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Friday 10 April, 11.15-midday. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Amazelab outdoor-themed STEM workshop
Friday 10 April, 2.30pm-4.30pm. Age 5-11
Book via Eventbrite


Hillsborough Library

Easter Egg Hunt
Throughout the Easter holidays. Age 3+
Drop in any time during library opening hours

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Saturday 28 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 7-11.
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 2039529 or hillsborough.library@sheffield.gov.uk

Easter Crafts
Saturday 28 March, 1pm-3pm; Tuesday 31 March and Wednesday 8 March, 2.30pm-4.30pm. Age 4+
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Tuesday 31 March and Tuesday 7 April, 11am-11.45am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Amazelab outdoor-themed STEM workshop
Wednesday 1 April, 2.30pm-4.30pm. Age 5-11
Book via Eventbrite

Babytime
Friday 10 April, 10.30am-11am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Manor Library

Play, Chat and Learn with Family Hubs
Monday 30 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 5 and under, plus older siblings
No need to book, just drop in!

Outdoor play and storytelling
Wednesday 1 April, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 7 and under
Meet at the library. This event will take place outside, weather permitting.
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 2037805 or manor.library@sheffield.gov.uk 

Activity Day, including storytime and crafts
Tuesday 7 April, 12.30pm-3.30pm (library will remain open over lunchtime). All ages
No need to book, just drop in!

Fitness and Fun with tutor from Northern College
Wednesday 8 April, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 3-7 and parents/carers
No need to book, just drop in!


Parson Cross Library

Spring Crafts
Saturday 28 March, 10am-1pm and 2pm-4pm. All ages
No need to book, just drop in!

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Monday 30 March, 3.30pm-4.30pm. Age 7-11
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Tuesday 31 March and Tuesday 7 April, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Imagination Gaming Healthy Holidays activity
Wednesday 1 April and Tuesday 7 April, 10am-2pm. All ages. For children who receive free school meals.
Book via Sheffield Healthy Holidays

Babytime
Friday 10 April, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Stocksbridge Library

Storytime
Tuesday 31 March and Tuesday 7 April, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Wednesday 1 April and Wednesday 8 April, 10am-11am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Woodseats Library

Easter basket craft drop-in
Throughout the Easter holidays. All ages
Drop in any time during library opening hours

Babytime
Monday 30 March, 2pm-2.45pm. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Tuesday 31 March and Tuesday 7 April, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

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Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Talking With Your Toddler

An adult reading a picture book with a baby

We have teamed up with Speech and Language UK and Family Hubs to deliver free Talking With Your Toddler sessions. Bring your little one along for a fun story and play session where you can learn simple techniques to develop your child's early language skills.

We currently have sessions planned at Central Children's and Highfield Libraries. Suitable for parents of babies and toddlers. Places are free but must be booked in advance.

Central Children's:

Symbolic Noises and First Words - Wednesday 25 February, 2pm-3pm. Book via Eventbrite
Everyday Routines - Wednesday 4 March, 2pm-3pm. Book via Eventbrite
Sharing Books - Wednesday 11 March, 2pm-3pm. Book via Eventbrite
The Importance of Songs and Rhymes - Wednesday 18 March, 2pm-3pm. Book via Eventbrite
Talking More Than One Language - Wednesday 25 March, 2pm-3pm. Book via Eventbrite

Highfield:

Symbolic Noises and First Words - Monday 23 February, 10.30am-11.30am. 
Everyday Routines - Monday 2 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Book via Eventbrite
Sharing Books - Monday 9 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Book via Eventbrite
The Importance of Songs and Rhymes - Monday 16 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Book via Eventbrite
Talking More Than One Language - Monday 23 March, 10.30am-11.30am. Book via Eventbrite


For more information, you can contact librariesearlyyears@sheffield.gov.uk.
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Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Half Term Holiday Children's Activities

Looking for something to keep your little ones busy over a (probably rainy) half term holiday? We have lots of fantastic free activities across our libraries!

Read on to find out more...




Central Children's Library

Tales and Tunes
Monday 16 February and Friday 20 February, 11am-midday. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Parent Club - songs, rhymes, and a chance to meet other parents
Wednesday 18 February, 3pm-3.45pm. Age 18 months and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Springtime Crafts
Drop in any time during library opening hours. Any age
No need to book, just drop in!


Chapeltown Library

Storytime
Monday 16 February, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Tuesday 17 February, 10.30am-11.15am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Finger Knitting Bracelets workshop
Wednesday 18 February, 2.30pm-3.30pm. Age 6+
Booking required - please contact the library on 0114 203 7000 or chapeltown.library@sheffield.gov.uk



Crystal Peaks Library

Storytime
Monday 16 February, 10.15am-11am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Wednesday 18 February, 10.15am-11am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Darnall Library

Babytime
Monday 16 February, 2.15pm-3.15pm. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Tuesday 17 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!



Ecclesall Library

Storytime
Monday 16 February, 2pm-3pm. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Chinese New Year colouring and craft activity
Tuesday 17 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 5-10
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Wednesday 18 February, 2pm-3pm. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Friday 20 February, 4pm-5pm. Age 7-11
Please contact the library for more details on 0114 2037222 or ecclesall.library@sheffield.gov.uk


Firth Park Library

Byte Buddies coding club
Saturday 14 February, 2pm-3pm. Age 7-12
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Monday 16 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 0-3
No need to book, just drop in!

Family Hub children's activities
Monday 16 February, 1pm-2.15pm. Any age
No need to book, just drop in!

Holiday Crafternoon
Monday 16 February, 2.30pm-3.30pm. Age 3+
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime PLUS: songs, stories and sticking
Wednesday 18 February, 11am-midday. Age 2-7 plus siblings
No need to book, just drop in!

Bookaroo children's reading group
Saturday 20 February, 2pm-3pm. Age 5-7
No need to book, just drop in!


Highfield Library

Mini Canvas Painting craft activity
Tuesday 17 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Any age
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Friday 20 February, 11.15am-midday. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Saturday 21 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 7-11
Please contact the library for more details on 0114 293 0018 or highfield.library@sheffield.gov.uk


Hillsborough Library

Storytime
Tuesday 17 February, 11am-11.45am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Friday 20 February, 10.30am-11am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Manor Library

Talking With Your Toddler stay and play session
Monday 16 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Babies and toddlers
No need to book, just drop in!

Springtime Craft Session
Wednesday 18 February 11am-11.30am. Age 3-11
No need to book, just drop in!


Parson Cross Library

Babytime
Friday 20 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Saturday 21 February, 11am-11.45am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!


Stocksbridge Library

Storytime
Tuesday 17 February, 10.30am-11.30am. Age 5 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Babytime
Wednesday 18 February, 10am-11am. Age 2 and under
No need to book, just drop in!

Chatterbooks children's reading group
Saturday 21 February, 11am-12.30pm
Please contact the library for more details on 0114 2734205 or stocksbridge.library@sheffield.gov.uk


Woodseats Library

Babytime
Monday 16 February, 2pm-2.45pm
No need to book, just drop in!

Storytime
Tuesday 17 February, 10.30am-11.15am
No need to book, just drop in!

Chinese New Year Hobby Horse Craft
Drop in any time during library opening hours. Any age
No need to book, just drop in!


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Tuesday, January 13, 2026

The National Year of Reading at Sheffield Libraries


Sheffield Libraries are proud to join the National Year of Reading 2026, focused on reconnecting people with reading through the things they already enjoy - Whatever you’re into, read into it!

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Sheffield National Year of Reading Launch – Saturday 31 January


We are starting things off with a launch on Saturday 31 January with fun activities for all ages in The Central Libraries and our hub libraries.

At The Central Library:

Matty Long - Younger Graphic Novel illustrator and author will be joining us sharing his books, with drawing fun. Books will be available to buy and have signed at this event.
Central Children’s Library
10.30 am 
Book your place on Eventbrite

Lisa Maltby – local illustrator and designer unveiling her new library card design, with a Q&A about life as an illustrator
The Carpenter Room, Central Library 
12.30 – 1.30 pm.
Book your place on Eventbrite

Otis Mensah – poet and sound artist, former Sheffield Poet Laureate and
Danaé Wellington – writer, producer, former Sheffield Poet Laureate
Books will be available to buy and have signed at the event.
The Carpenter Room
2.00 pm
Book your place on Eventbrite.

Lick of Paint printing workshop for all ages 
Central Library (Young Adult Area)
Drop-in anytime between 11.00 am -1.00 pm

Lick of Paint floor mural for all ages
Central Library (Young Adult Area)
Drop-in anytime between 11.00 am– 3.00 pm. 

Storytelling performance with Hatchlings
Central Children's Library
2.00 pm - 2.45 pm
Book your place on Eventbrite

Drop-in and Draw - a relaxed opportunity to sketch, draw and paint anything you like, or using objects provided to inspire.
Reading Room, Central Library
10.30 am - 12.00 noon

Hub Library Activities:

Creative Collage for all ages.
Chapeltown Library
Drop-in 11.00 am - 3.00 pm

Chatterbooks children's reading group for ages 8-12 years.
Firth Park Library
Drop-in 2.00 - 3.00 pm

Family Crafting afternoon. 
Hillsborough Library
Drop-in 2.00 - 3.30 pm

Julia Donaldson Crafting for ages 2-8 years.
Highfield Library
Drop-in 10.30 am - 12.00 noon

Drop-in and Draw Book Covers for all ages
Manor Library
Drop-in 11.00 am - 3.00 pm.

Bookmark Making Craft for children
Parson Cross Library and Woodseats Library
Drop-in 10.30 am - 12.30 pm

Bookmark Making Craft for children
Ecclesall Library
Drop-in 10.00 am - 12.30 pm


A Year of Reading Themes

To celebrate the many ways people enjoy reading, Sheffield Libraries will run four themed quarters across the year:

  • Creativity (January - March): Celebrating the arts and the creative spark reading brings. Activities will include drawing, illustration workshops, and creative family sessions.

  • Outdoors (April - June): Highlighting Sheffield’s green spaces and the joy of reading outside.

  • Entertainment (July - September): Linking into the Summer Reading Challenge’s Read to the Beat, uniting stories with the power of music and pop culture.

  • Mystery (October - December): Coinciding with the Agatha Christie Exhibition, we will celebrate with activities sharing the excitement and intrigue of mystery stories.
 

Go all in and be part of shaping Sheffield into a thriving reading city.



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