Events & News

Welcome to the events & news page for Western Isles Libraries! We are excited to offer events and activities for all ages and interests, taking place at our four library locations: Castlebay, Lionacleit, Stornoway and Tarbert. From author talks and book clubs to arts and crafts workshops and children's storytelling sessions, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Browse our events to find out what's happening near you, and join us for some fun and learning at your local library.

New dates for Bookbug Sessions Oct-Dec 2023

Here are new dates for Bookbug sessions in Western Isles Libraries:

Stornoway Library

Wednesday 11th October, 11am Gaelic Bookbug session with Thig a Chluich nan Eilean Siar
Thursday 2nd November, 11am Gaelic Bookbug session with Thig a Chluich nan Eilean Siar
Wednesday 15th November, 11am English Bookbug session
Wednesday 22nd November, 11am English and parts signed in Makaton Bookbug session
Thursday 30th November, 11am Gaelic Bookbug session with Thig a Chluich nan Eilean Siar
Wednesday 13th December, 11am English Bookbug session

-please note the two sessions on the 2nd and 30th November are on Thursday.

Lionacleit Library
Saturday 28th October, 11.30am
Saturday 25th November, 11.30am
Saturday 16th December, 11.30am

Tarbert Library
Monday 11th December, 10.30am

Tarbert Library is reopening - November 2023

We have the pleasure to announce that Tarbert Library is now open to the public! 🥳🤩🥳🤩

The opening hours are:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 10am-1pm and 4pm-6pm
Saturday 10am-1pm

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New Opening Hours at Lionacleit Library from 28th August 2023

Revised Opening Hours for Lionacleit Library
(effective from Monday 28th August 2023)

Monday: 10am - 3pm
Tuesday: 10am - 1pm / 2pm - 4pm
Wednesday: 10am - 1pm
Thursday: 10am - 1pm / 2pm - 4pm
Friday: 10am - 1pm / 2pm - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 3.30pm