JRLT Hull

The James Reckitt Library Trust is a charitable organisation providing funding to secure the future of libraries in Kingston upon Hull.

[JRLT Hull @jrlthull]

This year is the #NationalYearofReading2026 and we can think of no better way to start proceedings than by revealing the shortlists for the 2026 #JamesReckitt #HullChildrensBookAward…

Separated into three age categories, the shortlists are as follows...

[BIPC Hull (Hull Libraries) @BIPCHull]

Join us this evening as we meet creative professionals, hear career stories, get practical advice and discover pathways into the creative industries.

Free tickets: https://t.co/RhoG8SkqfT

[BIPC Hull (Hull Libraries) @BIPCHull]

START-UP DAY SPOTLIGHT!

Keynote: ‘Working Class Creatives Database’ with Chanelle Windas
11:00 - 11:40

Free tickets: https://t.co/Nu4T06qeVQ

[Hull Libraries @hull_libraries]

And, our Malarkey Claire will be talking about our Mini Malarkey at the Freedom Centre on Saturday 14th

[Curiosity @CuriosityHull]

R.I.P. Spiders 1980 - 2026

As news emerges that the place responsible for some of the greatest (and cheapest) nights out in Hull has closed its doors forever, we re-post Lucy Brooke’s recent tribute.

Supplementals: https://t.co/z0Ju0fV6dS

@hull_libraries

[BIPC Hull (Hull Libraries) @BIPCHull]

Join us for an engaging discussion, debate and networking as we explore the complex relationship between AI, intellectual property and creativity.

Free tickets: https://t.co/eHSi552ZDP

[Hull Libraries @hull_libraries]

Hello Library Lover!
"Anyone who thinks this world is without magic, hasn't been to a library." / Amy Dominy
Latest newsletter here: https://t.co/5fvq3H7mPb

[Curiosity @CuriosityHull]

How Do I Approach My Creative Practice?

Artist James is part of Hinterland Creative and he talks us through how he approaches his craft.

Supplementals: https://t.co/YlNA5dKKRD

@hull_libraries

[BIPC Hull (Hull Libraries) @BIPCHull]

Join us for Who Owns Creativity? an evening of discussion exploring creativity, copyright, innovation, and the challenges facing artists, creatives and cultural organisations today.

Wednesday 18 November
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hull Central Library

Book: https://t.co/eHSi552ZDP

[Hull Noir @HullNoir]

We're thrilled our next guest will be @SaimaMir. Saima will be talking about 'Deliverance', 11th November (7pm).

It's free to attend @hull_libraries (Central) or via the online stream. All the info below 📚

[Curiosity @CuriosityHull]

R.I.P. Douglas Dunn 1942 - 2026

Very sad news about the passing of poet Douglas Dunn. He wrote many great poems in and about Hull. As tribute, here’s the film @PoetDeanwilson6 made about the him.

Supplementals: https://t.co/HFGgs3jszm

@hull_libraries
@UniOfHull
@PLSoc

[Hull Noir @HullNoir]

WEDNESDAY EVENING! We hope you can join us at @hull_libraries (Central and online) to hear from @robparkerauthor 📚

[BIPC Hull (Hull Libraries) @BIPCHull]

Join us this November as we bring together experts from creativity, business, AI and intellectual property to tackle one of the biggest questions of our time.

Book now via Eventbrite: https://t.co/zqi2eaVozK

[Curiosity @CuriosityHull]

What Are The Best 5 Questions That Can Be Asked To Test Your Curiosity?

Now this is meta! One of the beautiful minds behind Curiosity, Graham Chesters, comes up with questions about curiosity. We need a lie down.

Supplementals: https://t.co/ilJQpVm9bB

@hull_libraries
@jrlthull

[Hull Libraries @hull_libraries]

Happening this Saturday at Hull Central Library! ✨
A very exciting event for young adults with Philippa Leathley and Rachel Greenlaw!
We hope to see you all there, please head to the Hull Libraries Eventbrite page to book your place.

[PhilipLarkinSociety @PLSoc]

Any bibliophile Larkinophile out there: this is your Christmas come early.

https://t.co/P0ARtupIIt

[Curiosity @CuriosityHull]

What Is A Generation Hull Apprenticeship?

Sophie from Generation Hull explains what apprenticeships are available with them and introduces some beneficiaries.

Supplementals: https://t.co/TDwXiSDYQG

@hull_libraries
@GenerationHull

[Hull Libraries @hull_libraries]

For National Poetry Day, here's one of our favourite library poems.

[Hull Libraries @hull_libraries]

Hello Library Lover!
"I think books are like people, in the sense that they’ll turn up in your life when you most need them." / Emma Thompson
Latest newsletter is here, and please, Vote for US! https://t.co/DqIkdqTPzi

[Curiosity @CuriosityHull]

Why Do People Ask So Many Questions?

Tilly from HU7 asked this perfectly reasonable question at The Big Malarkey and we’d be delinquent in our duty if we didn’t get her an answer.

Supplementals: https://t.co/KP6KPiIQJ5

@hull_libraries
@big_malarkey

[Ferens Art Gallery @HullFerens]

✨ Our story started over 200 years ago… Before there were museums and galleries, there was Hull’s Literary and Philosophical Society, founded in 1822. Then came the foundations of the gallery, with the help of Thomas Sheppard and Thomas Ferens.
#HullMuseums #FerensArtGallery