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More work needed at Pear Tree Library
Fri 15 Jun 2018
More work is needed before Pear Tree Library can re-open. More
Free sessions at the new Riverside Library
Thu 14 Jun 2018
The new Riverside Library opens in the Council House this July and Derby City Council are giving visitors the chance to explore its services with a host of free taster sessions and author talks. More
Great activities in Derby over the Summer Holidays
Tue 12 Jun 2018
There’s plenty to do in Derby this summer holidays, from Markeaton Park to the Guildhall Theatre, from Derby Arena to Derby Libraries, there’s something for everyone. More
Library service set to move as Central Library closes
Fri 8 Jun 2018
The relocation of services at Central Library is due to start this week as Derby City Council continues to develop a successful modern and sustainable service for library users. More
Pranks are on the cards with Mischief Makers Summer Reading Challenge 2018
Tue 5 Jun 2018
Derby Libraries are getting mischievous for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, with The Reading Agency. This year’s theme is Mischief Makers, focusing on the mischief and pranks inspired by and celebrating the 80th anniversary of the much-loved iconic children’s comic title Beano. More
Preparations underway for Spondon Library to become Derby’s next Community Managed Library
Tue 29 May 2018
Spondon Library is set to become a Community Managed Library as Derby City Council hand the keys over to local charity Direct Help and Advice (DHA). More
Keys handed over to Derby's first Community Managed Library
Fri 4 May 2018
Plans for Sinfin Library to become the city’s first Community Managed Library are moving forward as Derby City Council hand the keys over to Direct Help and Advice (DHA). More
Top Family activities to do during May Half-Term
Wed 25 Apr 2018
Families can look forward to a fun-filled, action-packed week in Derby this May half term at our leisure centres, parks, libraries and venues. More
Thrilling talks in Derby this summer as part of Derby Book Festival
Wed 11 Apr 2018
We have plenty of thrilling talks in Derby this summer at the Guildhall Theatre, as part of Derby Book Festival. From broadcasters, to cyclists, to Harry Potter fans, we have talks for every interest this summer. More
Further improvement work to take place at Pear Tree Library
Derby City Council is taking the opportunity to undertake additional improvement works at Pear Tree Library during its scheduled temporary closure in April, as it prepares to make room for additional books arriving from Central Library. More
Community Managed Libraries handover complete
Fri 23 Mar 2018
The Labour-led administration of Derby City Council and Direct Help and Advice (DHA) have signed agreements confirming the local charity’s plans to run all ten proposed Community Managed Libraries. More
There's so much to do in Derby this Easter!
Wed 21 Mar 2018
Families can look forward to a fun-filled, action-packed week in Derby this Easter holidays at leisure centres, parks, libraries and venues. More
Central Library closing date announced
Fri 16 Mar 2018
Central Library services are due to relocate at the beginning of June as Derby City Council continues to develop a successful modern and sustainable service for library users. More
Direct Help and Advice can deliver successful and sustainable library service
Wed 28 Feb 2018
The Labour-led administration of Derby City Council is taking a significant step forward in delivering our pledge that no library in the city will close, by reaching an in-principle agreement with a local charity to run all ten proposed Community Managed Libraries across Derby. More
Derby Libraries expansion plans
Wed 7 Feb 2018
Specialist hubs are to be created, as part of expansion plans at three Council-run libraries in the city. Libraries in Alvaston, Mickleover and Pear Tree will be undertaking improvement projects during the spring to increase their stock holding capacity and offer enhanced facilities to the local community. More
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