Essex Library Service News

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Go all in for the National Year of Reading

Last edited: 31/12/2025

2026 is the National Year of Reading, and reading for pleasure will be the focus of attention.

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Winter Reading Challenge 2026

Last edited: 21/11/2025

Meet the Pawfessionals!

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Adult Winter Bingo Challenge 2026

Last edited: 04/12/2025

Expand your reading list and see if you can get bingo this winter!

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Booktrust Storytime 2025

Last edited: 25/11/2025

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Christmas Opening Hours 2025

Last edited: 11/12/2025

Find out when we're open over the festive period.

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Colchester Library reopening

Last edited: 28/10/2025

Colchester Library reopens on 1 December.

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The Santa Bus is back!

Last edited: 10/11/2025

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Warm Welcomes are back!

Last edited: 24/10/2025

Look forward to a warm welcome in our libraries this winter.