Oldham Libraries

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[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

It's official - we are the best library in the world 🌎 😀

Our fantastic visitors make our spaces so special - thanks for the lovely feedback.

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

@Oli_Sykes89 @dawnkilner Well done Ollie, so well deserved!

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

We are happy to announce that Royton Library is now open! Apologies for the short delay to opening this morning, but we are all back up and running now.

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

Good morning all. We regret to inform you that we are having a little difficulty opening Royton Library this morning. We are working to resolve the issue & hope to open soon. We will let you all know as soon as Royton Library is open again. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

@GrandadWheels @dan__worsley Sorry Grandad Wheels, we tried to mix it up a bit this year but we'd love to have you back some time in the future!

[Dan Worsley @dan__worsley]

Back in Blackburn for some Writer in Residence action at St Matthews - Y3 & 4 today. It’s cold and rainy but definitely getting a bit lighter earlier. Grabbing every positive available 🙌☀️✍️📚

[Marie Basting - updates only - mostly not here @riewriting]

Morning #edutwitter! If you are still planning your World Book Day celebrations, I've got some availability left for March author visits. I offer stereotype busting, resilience building assemblies with an Ancient Roman or BMX twist and a range of fun creative writing workshops.

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

@Perinatallinz @PennineCareNHS We're looking forward to seeing you on the 31st Jan!

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

We love it when @Oli_Sykes89 is in the building! Come along for his live show - We Are Family, or a free and fun writing workshop this half term.

[Mayfield Primary School @MayfieldOldham]

Last year we had the privilege of having poet, @Oli_Sykes89 visit us in school. He is hosting a session a @OldhamLibraries over half term. Why not book your slot?
https://t.co/qRpVl3iejP

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

Notice for anyone due to attend the Citizens Advice drop in at Failsworth Library today - due to advisor sickness, this will not be running. An alternative drop in is available at the Customer Service Centre at Spindles, 10am - 4pm.

Spindles Shopping Centre
West Street
OL1 1HD

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

@moorlandmadam Hi, if you would like to drop me an email with your library card number or your name and date of birth I can check your card for you and renew your books. My email is [email protected] or alternatively ring the contact centre on 0161 770 8000.

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

POSTPONED!

Unfortunately due to illness we have taken the decision to postpone this evening's Lonely Arts Club Oldham event.

Apologies to anyone looking forward to it even half as much as we were, however worry not, we're planning some more sessions for next year at the moment!

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

Weird and wonderful vibes here at Oldham Libraries! We always enjoy working with you, too @InclusiveBytes

[Inclusive Bytes C.I.C. @InclusiveBytes]

We are big fans of Oldham's libraries and galleries and have had the pleasure of engaging in many weird and wonderful activities with them over the years. 🎄@OldhamLibraries & @GalleryOldham

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

Customer Experience Assistant, Jo Haigh, shares her discoveries about Sir John Lubbock and his pet wasp linked with our 175 exhibition. On until Sat 11 January.
Find out more: https://t.co/Lj0HOFjqHF

#Darwin #wasp #pet #BritishMuseum #naturalhistory #LoveOldham #oldhamhour

[Mayfield Primary School @MayfieldOldham]

We were lucky enough to chosen as one of the schools, who were visited by author Oliver Sykes! Can you spot us in Oldham Libraries video?

We love taking part in the Summer Reading Challenge each year.

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

Don't miss out on FREE Gallery talks on Sat 30 Nov about the fire & police service in Oldham.
⌚️10:30am Join us for an Audio Described gallery talk
🕑️2:00PM Join us for a BSL signed gallery talk

#audiodecribed #deaf #accesible #gallery #talk #BSL #henshaws #history #museum

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

OLDHAM ARTIST'S NETWORK SOCIAL

Catch up with the Creativity and Cultural Economy team and ask us any questions relating to your artistic endeavours for the year ahead and beyond.

Details and free ticket sign up here: https://t.co/St0N0nzi9D

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

Christmas has come early for Oldham Libraries as we celebrate the arrival of our brand NEW sustainable library cards, designed by our customers.

Joining the library just got EVEN better! Which design would you choose?

Find out more:
https://t.co/p2S72KUBbY

#greenlibraries

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

Join us for a BSL signed gallery talk with curator Karen Heatley and interpreter Samantha Green at 2pm on Sat 30 Nov. We'll share some of the misdemeanors of Oldham's first police constables as well as the crimes they were fighting.
#BSL #BritishSignLanaguage #talk #accessible

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

We love it when our libraries come alive with children reading.

If you've not yet experienced a class visit to one of our libraries, why not get in touch and come along...

https://t.co/SlZKWpX21u

#LoveLibraries #classvisit #free #oldham #readforpleasure

[Oldham Libraries @OldhamLibraries]

The good thing about putting pictures of paintings on tea towels is that they’re often similar dimensions. Buy your Gallery Oldham collection tea towel here: https://t.co/st5NoPjMYG
#loveoldham #artgifts @artukdotorg