200OKOK9241201737470939d8862884-a293-4ac2-89b3-6d35d688eddbLife Drawing 4 Week Course with Boris CruseVenture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by experienced artist and tutor Boris Cruse. You'll explore figure drawing, including line, gesture and shade, and develop your own artistic style.Professional artist and Northlight Artistic Director Boris Cruse has many years' experience teaching with arts organisations in Leeds and beyond.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries5252https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-01/LD%20boris%20poster.jpgHand Drawn sketch of female life model Venture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by experienced artist and tutor Boris Cruse. 

You'll explore figure drawing, including line, gesture and shade, and develop your own artistic style.

Professional artist and Northlight Artistic Director Boris Cruse has many years' experience teaching with arts organisations in Leeds and beyond.

]]>Venture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by experienced artist and tutor Boris Cruse. Craft133Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyes18+ Only

]]>https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/t-qjoaxoxMon 12 May 2025 - Mon 16 Jun 2025Mon 12 May 2025 - Mon 16 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/life-drawing-4-week-course-boris-cruse-0https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37870172025-05-1217:30:0019:30:002025-05-1917:30:0019:30:002025-06-0917:30:0019:30:002025-06-1617:30:0019:30:00924750173935921584af53bb-5b57-40b5-9c09-ac4cd4fd996dMedici MondayJoin Leeds Libraries to relax and unwind in your lunch hour as we share fantastic performances available through Medici.tv in the newly refurbished music Library.  Medici.tv is the world's largest collection of classical music, opera and dance videos. It gives free online access to 3,500 musical works filmed from the 1940s onwards plus over 2,500 videos of concerts, operas, ballets, documentaries and master classes. Available to you at home or on the move with your Library cardNo booking required just come along and see what's playing.For information on Medici check out this link or ask a member of staff for a flyer. To watch at home sign in with your library card here: Log in to medici.tv EDUMonday lunch times between 1pm-2pm (term time only)Music Library, 1st Floor, Leeds Central Library69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-01/ALR_5643_0.jpgPicture of the music library. White walls with ash effect book shelves lining the room full of music books. Centre picture 6 chairs with Ash wood effect legs, the seat comprising of grey fabric with magenta and teal cushioning. The room is carpeted with a grey carpet.Join Leeds Libraries to relax and unwind in your lunch hour as we share fantastic performances available through Medici.tv in the newly refurbished music Library.  

Medici.tv is the world's largest collection of classical music, opera and dance videos. It gives free online access to 3,500 musical works filmed from the 1940s onwards plus over 2,500 videos of concerts, operas, ballets, documentaries and master classes. 

Available to you at home or on the move with your Library card

No booking required just come along and see what's playing.

For information on Medici check out this link or ask a member of staff for a flyer. 

To watch at home sign in with your library card here: Log in to medici.tv EDU

Monday lunch times between 1pm-2pm (term time only)
Music Library, 1st Floor, Leeds Central Library

]]>Medici Monday - lunch times between 1pm-2pmHealthy Living140429All Library Events196513Music145Social157NoSpace available on a first come first serve basis

]]>Buggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesnoMon 3 Feb 2025 - Mon 21 Jul 2025Mon 3 Feb 2025 - Mon 21 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/medici-mondayhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone2025-02-0313:00:0014:00:002025-02-1013:00:0014:00:002025-02-2413:00:0014:00:002025-03-0313:00:0014:00:002025-03-1013:00:0014:00:002025-03-1713:00:0014:00:002025-03-2413:00:0014:00:002025-03-3113:00:0014:00:002025-04-2113:00:0014:00:002025-04-2813:00:0014:00:002025-05-0513:00:0014:00:002025-05-1213:00:0014:00:002025-05-1913:00:0014:00:002025-05-2613:00:0014:00:002025-06-0213:00:0014:00:002025-06-0913:00:0014:00:002025-06-1613:00:0014:00:002025-06-2313:00:0014:00:002025-06-3013:00:0014:00:002025-07-0713:00:0014:00:002025-07-1413:00:0014:00:002025-07-2113:00:0014:00:00928790174005488930a7e497-654d-4bd3-aa9b-2c24feefe67cHeritage Tour of Leeds Central LibraryJoin us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed building. Find out about the architecture, history and famous visitors, as well as visiting some secret corners! Tours last approximately 1 hour and leave from the ground floor atrium, outside the Lending department.This is a Leeds Libraries event, to keep up to date with further events please follow us on social media @leedslibraries and sign up to Leeds Libraries Newsletter  We are always happy to welcome you, find your closest library or get in touch: leeds.gov.uk/libraries69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries5https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-02/2007716_164111.jpgColour photograph of a traditional reference library settingJoin us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed building. Find out about the architecture, history and famous visitors, as well as visiting some secret corners! Tours last approximately 1 hour and leave from the ground floor atrium, outside the Lending department.

This is a Leeds Libraries event, to keep up to date with further events please follow us on social media @leedslibraries and sign up to Leeds Libraries Newsletter  

We are always happy to welcome you, find your closest library or get in touch: leeds.gov.uk/libraries

]]>Join us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed building. Guided Tours198515Heritage2518NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/heritage-tour-of-leeds-central-library/e-vkkalyWed 23 Apr 2025 - Wed 18 Jun 2025Wed 23 Apr 2025 - Wed 18 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/heritage-tour-leeds-central-library-3https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone0113 37 850052025-04-2310:30:0012:00:002025-05-2114:00:0015:30:002025-06-1814:00:0015:30:0092878017400609930ff59c63-becb-4074-b49a-67cf62f5bc46Family History ConsultationIf you are having difficulty with your family history research then join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation: from first steps using Ancestry to more advanced queries, we're on hand to help.We can primarily assist with family history in the Leeds and West Yorkshire area; the consultation is open to anyone, however, as we may be able to offer general advice depending on your circumstances.Please book one 30-minute slot - we may be able to see you for longer than 30-minutes depending on customer demand on the day, but the session may have to end at the end of the period if we have other bookings. You can book another session on another date if you think you will need extra assistance.You only need to book once ticket per enquiry - i.e. if you are coming with another family member and both have the same question please only book one ticket.The consultation will take place on the 2nd Floor of the Central Library in the Local and Family History department. If you are unable to attend in-person but still require a consultation, please call our department on 0113 37 86982 and ask to speak to a Librarian.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-02/20111229_173070%20consultation%20and%20drop%20in%20image.jpgBlack and white image of a traditional library settingIf you are having difficulty with your family history research then join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation: from first steps using Ancestry to more advanced queries, we're on hand to help.

We can primarily assist with family history in the Leeds and West Yorkshire area; the consultation is open to anyone, however, as we may be able to offer general advice depending on your circumstances.

Please book one 30-minute slot - we may be able to see you for longer than 30-minutes depending on customer demand on the day, but the session may have to end at the end of the period if we have other bookings. You can book another session on another date if you think you will need extra assistance.

You only need to book once ticket per enquiry - i.e. if you are coming with another family member and both have the same question please only book one ticket.

The consultation will take place on the 2nd Floor of the Central Library in the Local and Family History department. If you are unable to attend in-person but still require a consultation, please call our department on 0113 37 86982 and ask to speak to a Librarian.

]]>If you are having difficulty with your family history research then join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation.Discussion57222Heritage2518All Library Events196513NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/family-history-consultation/e-meeybdThu 24 Apr 2025 - Thu 19 Jun 2025Thu 24 Apr 2025 - Thu 19 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/family-history-consultation-3https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone0113 37 850052025-04-2414:00:0015:30:002025-05-2214:00:0015:30:002025-06-1914:00:0015:30:0093421017429061316007fe26-be2b-48e6-a8f2-8eeb6527b5c2Open Mic - at Leeds Libraries in partnership with LaunchpadLooking for a laid-back space to share your creativity? Join Leeds Libraries in partnership with Launchpad for an Open Mic Night at Leeds Central Library. Taking place every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 5pm until 7:30pm.  Whether you’re experienced or just want to try something new, this is your chance to hop on stage and show what you’ve got in a super chill, welcoming environment. No pressure, just good vibes and good people.Register now and select an available slot.Participants must be under 25, under 16s accompanied by a parent/carer.By registering for this event you agree the Open Mic code of conduct**Open mic code of conduct / expectations:Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adultBe kind and courteous to other performers, staff and audience membersNo swearing, offensive or explicit lyricsTreat the building, fixtures and all equipment with respectNo runningNo shoutingParticipants are asked to arrive at the start of the evening to check in and support the rest of the open mic performers. It would also be great to stick around until the end to support the other performers.The open mic is a safe space. We have a zero tolerance policy – we do not tolerate anything racist, sexist, ableist, homophobic, or in any way prejudiced against someones identity or body.*This is a Leeds Libraries event in partnership with Launchpad, to find out more about future events follow us on social media @leedslibraries. Find your nearest library or get in touch: https://libraries.leeds.gov.uk/**Launchpad is delivered by Music Local, and is supported by Youth Music, with public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England, PPL Giving, Bradford Council, Leeds City Council funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and PRS Foundation's Talent Development Partnership supported by PPL.**69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-03/AL_9481.jpgBlue purple image with Female playing acoustic guitar singing into a mic. Male in background blurred out managing soundLooking for a laid-back space to share your creativity? Join Leeds Libraries in partnership with Launchpad for an Open Mic Night at Leeds Central Library. Taking place every 3rd Wednesday of the month from 5pm until 7:30pm.  

Whether you’re experienced or just want to try something new, this is your chance to hop on stage and show what you’ve got in a super chill, welcoming environment. No pressure, just good vibes and good people.

Register now and select an available slot.

Participants must be under 25, under 16s accompanied by a parent/carer.

By registering for this event you agree the Open Mic code of conduct*

*Open mic code of conduct / expectations:

Under 16’s must be accompanied by a responsible adult

Be kind and courteous to other performers, staff and audience members

No swearing, offensive or explicit lyrics

Treat the building, fixtures and all equipment with respect

No running

No shouting

Participants are asked to arrive at the start of the evening to check in and support the rest of the open mic performers. It would also be great to stick around until the end to support the other performers.

The open mic is a safe space. We have a zero tolerance policy – we do not tolerate anything racist, sexist, ableist, homophobic, or in any way prejudiced against someones identity or body.

*This is a Leeds Libraries event in partnership with Launchpad, to find out more about future events follow us on social media @leedslibraries. Find your nearest library or get in touch: https://libraries.leeds.gov.uk/

**Launchpad is delivered by Music Local, and is supported by Youth Music, with public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England, PPL Giving, Bradford Council, Leeds City Council funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and PRS Foundation's Talent Development Partnership supported by PPL.**

]]>Open Mic - at Leeds Libraries in partnership with LaunchpadGig51191All Library Events196513Music145NoPlease note Booking is for performers only.

Open for all artist under the age of 25.

General attendance open to all ages no booking required subject to room capacity.

]]>Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.launchpad-music.com/eventsWed 16 Apr 2025 - Wed 19 Nov 2025Wed 16 Apr 2025 - Wed 19 Nov 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/open-mic-leeds-libraries-partnership-launchpadhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone2025-04-1617:00:0019:30:002025-05-2117:00:1419:31:342025-06-1817:00:0019:30:482025-07-2317:00:0019:30:002025-08-2017:00:0019:30:012025-09-1717:00:0119:30:002025-10-2217:00:0019:30:002025-11-1917:00:0019:29:00934510174333510727c221ac-c532-4a12-9969-ad523d78648ePaper, Collage and Stitch Textile Workshop with Hayley Mills-StylesIn this day class you will learn how to create a mixed media piece of textile art using paper, collage and unusual materials to create your own embellishments. Hayley will guide you through creating a textured paper collage ready to embellish with hand and machine embroidery as well as unusual materials like plastic and metal. You will learn how to combine these non-traditional materials to make your piece as well as using hand and machine embroidery to enhance your design.All materials and equipment are included in the ticket price and the workshop is suitable for people with no embroidery experience or people who would like to try something newTickets are £25 which includes hot drinksThere will be a short break for lunch. Please bring something or money for the Café / sandwich shop69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries24https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-03/Paper.%20Collage%20and%20Stitch%20Workshop%20Image.jpgEmbroidery stitched graph paper in white, blue and redIn this day class you will learn how to create a mixed media piece of textile art using paper, collage and unusual materials to create your own embellishments. Hayley will guide you through creating a textured paper collage ready to embellish with hand and machine embroidery as well as unusual materials like plastic and metal. You will learn how to combine these non-traditional materials to make your piece as well as using hand and machine embroidery to enhance your design.

All materials and equipment are included in the ticket price and the workshop is suitable for people with no embroidery experience or people who would like to try something new

Tickets are £25 which includes hot drinks

There will be a short break for lunch. Please bring something or money for the Café / sandwich shop

]]>In this day class you will learn how to create a mixed media piece of textile art using paper, collage and unusual materials to create your own embellishments. Hayley will guide you through creating a textured paper collage ready to embellish with hand and machine embroidery as well as unusual materials like plastic and metal. You will learn how to combine these non-traditional materials to make your piece as well as using hand and machine embroidery to enhance your design.Craft133All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/paper-collage-and-stitch-textile-workshop-with-hayley-mills-styles/e-zodyezSat 5 Jul 2025Sat 5 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/paper-collage-and-stitch-textile-workshop-hayley-mills-styleshttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only011337850052025-07-0511:00:0015:45:00937310174472343961cc1b55-ef3e-47dd-9265-0115f1c9fb61Local Voices, Independent MediaJoin Mick Ward from Marching Out Together, local historian Andrea Hetherington, and former Leeds Other Paper journalist Dr Tony Harcup for a discussion about the fascinating history of independent media in Leeds since the 1970s - and particularly its links with football fan culture.Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/Local%20Voices%20Independent%20Media%20A4%20poster.jpgPhotograph showing a pages from local newspapers with people on a Pride march in Leeds laid on topJoin Mick Ward from Marching Out Together, local historian Andrea Hetherington, and former Leeds Other Paper journalist Dr Tony Harcup for a discussion about the fascinating history of independent media in Leeds since the 1970s - and particularly its links with football fan culture.

Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.

]]>A discussion about the fascinating history of independent media in Leeds since the 1970s - and particularly its links with football fan culture.Discussion57222Voice of the Fans3960All Library Events196513Talk75303NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/local-voices-independent-media/e-beavqqWed 2 Jul 2025Wed 2 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/local-voices-independent-mediahttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37 850052025-07-0213:00:0014:00:009373301744723539b6d8aa54-fe5e-4dc6-a2dd-dde6a37a87d3Caryl Phillips: Writing about being a Football FanRenowned novelist Caryl Phillips spent his childhood in Leeds and remains a committed Leeds United fan. While known around the world for his powerful fiction, he’s also frequently written about being a football fan, including the complexities of being a Black fan of Leeds United in the 1960s and 70s.As part of the Voice of the Fans exhibition, in conversation with Professor Andrew Warnes, Phillips discusses his experience as a fan, of writing about football and what Leeds United means to the city he grew up in.Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries05https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/Caryl%20Phillips.jpgColour photograph of a man stood at the side of a busy urban street. Renowned novelist Caryl Phillips spent his childhood in Leeds and remains a committed Leeds United fan. While known around the world for his powerful fiction, he’s also frequently written about being a football fan, including the complexities of being a Black fan of Leeds United in the 1960s and 70s.

As part of the Voice of the Fans exhibition, in conversation with Professor Andrew Warnes, Phillips discusses his experience as a fan, of writing about football and what Leeds United means to the city he grew up in.

Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.

]]>In conversation with Professor Andrew Warnes, Caryl Phillips discusses his experience as a fan, of writing about football and what Leeds United means to the city he grew up in.Discussion57222Voice of the Fans3960All Library Events196513Talk75303YesBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246pay_as_you_feelyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/caryl-phillips-on-football-and-non-fiction/e-moyelaWed 30 Jul 2025Wed 30 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/caryl-phillips-writing-about-being-football-fanhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37 850052025-07-3018:00:0019:30:00934340174582990559959d53-a0be-477d-a848-b2726c686c78Freedom4Girls - Reusable Pad Sewing WorkshopsLearn sewing machine skills to make your own pad and make pads to support women here and overseas. Drop in session. During these sessions we are sewing reusable, washable period packs that will be distributed in Kenya alongside quality menstrual health education.We welcome all sewing abilities to get involved with the workshops. They are a fun, relaxing and productive way to spend an afternoon.Freedom4Girls work to support those who menstruate by challenging the stigmas, taboos and gender inequalities associated with menstruation. We do this by providing education, providing period products, promoting product choice and supporting environmentally and financially sustainable options. 69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-03/workshop2.jpgReusable fabric pads in bright coloursLearn sewing machine skills to make your own pad and make pads to support women here and overseas. Drop in session. During these sessions we are sewing reusable, washable period packs that will be distributed in Kenya alongside quality menstrual health education.

We welcome all sewing abilities to get involved with the workshops. They are a fun, relaxing and productive way to spend an afternoon.

Freedom4Girls work to support those who menstruate by challenging the stigmas, taboos and gender inequalities associated with menstruation. We do this by providing education, providing period products, promoting product choice and supporting environmentally and financially sustainable options. 

]]>Learn sewing machine skills to make your own pad and make pads to support women here and overseas. Drop in session. During these sessions we are sewing reusable, washable period packs that will be distributed in Kenya alongside quality menstrual health education.Craft133All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/freedom4girls/e-zorkpkWed 7 May 2025 - Wed 3 Dec 2025Wed 7 May 2025 - Wed 3 Dec 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/freedom4girls-reusable-pad-sewing-workshops-0adults_only011337850052025-05-0713:00:0015:00:002025-09-0313:00:0015:00:002025-10-0113:00:0015:00:002025-11-0513:00:0015:00:002025-12-0313:00:0015:00:0093763017458557079ae750b9-197f-46f9-800a-8e64fc6b29beVoice of the Fans: ExhibitionA free exhibition at Leeds Central Library, Voice of the Fans invites you to explore over 60 years of fan-made media, from the collections of the British Library and Leeds Libraries, that has defined the beautiful game.Dive into the world of fanzines including Leeds United powerhouse The Square Ball, the global When Saturday Comes, the long-running City Gent, and the imaginatively titled War of the Monster Trucks – each brimming with unique perspectives, humour and passion. Discover how football zines were a vehicle for building communities, sparking change and amplifying voices in the fight against racism and homophobia, while championing women’s football and grassroots action.Born out of the DIY ethos of the music and punk scenes, the raw creativity of football zines remains inspiring and relevant in today’s global game. The exhibition showcases fan-driven creativity from the UK and Ireland, and features some of the longest running and most influential football zines, alongside stories of well-known names who started their careers writing for these grassroots publications.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/VotF%20no%20text%20800%20x%20450px.pngimages from the exhibitionA free exhibition at Leeds Central Library, Voice of the Fans invites you to explore over 60 years of fan-made media, from the collections of the British Library and Leeds Libraries, that has defined the beautiful game.

Dive into the world of fanzines including Leeds United powerhouse The Square Ball, the global When Saturday Comes, the long-running City Gent, and the imaginatively titled War of the Monster Trucks – each brimming with unique perspectives, humour and passion. Discover how football zines were a vehicle for building communities, sparking change and amplifying voices in the fight against racism and homophobia, while championing women’s football and grassroots action.

Born out of the DIY ethos of the music and punk scenes, the raw creativity of football zines remains inspiring and relevant in today’s global game. The exhibition showcases fan-driven creativity from the UK and Ireland, and features some of the longest running and most influential football zines, alongside stories of well-known names who started their careers writing for these grassroots publications.

]]>Explore how football fanzines changed the beautiful game, co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries.Exhibitions2012Voice of the Fans3960All Library Events196513Visual Art111NoThe exhibition is open to visit during regular library opening hours

]]>Buggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesnoFri 9 May 2025 - Sun 10 Aug 2025Fri 9 May 2025 - Sun 10 Aug 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/voice-fans-exhibitionhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone2025-05-1209:00:0020:00:002025-05-1309:00:0020:00:002025-05-1409:00:0020:00:002025-05-1909:00:0020:00:002025-05-2009:00:0020:00:002025-05-2109:00:0020:00:002025-05-2609:00:0020:00:002025-05-2709:00:0020:00:002025-05-2809:00:0020:00:002025-06-0209:00:0020:00:002025-06-0309:00:0020:00:002025-06-0409:00:0020:00:002025-06-0909:00:0020:00:002025-06-1009:00:0020:00:002025-06-1109:00:0020:00:002025-06-1609:00:0020:00:002025-06-1709:00:0020:00:002025-06-1809:00:0020:00:002025-06-2309:00:0020:00:002025-06-2409:00:0020:00:002025-06-2509:00:0020:00:002025-06-3009:00:0020:00:002025-07-0109:00:0020:00:002025-07-0209:00:0020:00:002025-07-0709:00:0020:00:002025-07-0809:00:0020:00:002025-07-0909:00:0020:00:002025-07-1409:00:0020:00:002025-07-1509:00:0020:00:002025-07-1609:00:0020:00:002025-07-2109:00:0020:00:002025-07-2209:00:0020:00:002025-07-2309:00:0020:00:002025-07-2809:00:0020:00:002025-07-2909:00:0020:00:002025-07-3009:00:0020:00:002025-08-0409:00:0020:00:002025-08-0509:00:0020:00:002025-08-0609:00:0020:00:002025-05-0909:00:0017:00:002025-05-1509:00:0017:00:002025-05-1609:00:0017:00:002025-05-2209:00:0017:00:002025-05-2309:00:0017:00:002025-05-2909:00:0017:00:002025-05-3009:00:0017:00:002025-06-0509:00:0017:00:002025-06-0609:00:0017:00:002025-06-1209:00:0017:00:002025-06-1309:00:0017:00:002025-06-1909:00:0017:00:002025-06-2009:00:0017:00:002025-06-2609:00:0017:00:002025-06-2709:00:0017:00:002025-07-0309:00:0017:00:002025-07-0409:00:0017:00:002025-07-1009:00:0017:00:002025-07-1109:00:0017:00:002025-07-1709:00:0017:00:002025-07-1809:00:0017:00:002025-07-2409:00:0017:00:002025-07-2509:00:0017:00:002025-07-3109:00:0017:00:002025-08-0109:00:0017:00:002025-08-0709:00:0017:00:002025-05-1010:00:0016:00:002025-05-1710:00:0016:00:002025-05-2410:00:0016:00:002025-05-3110:00:0016:00:002025-06-0710:00:0016:00:002025-06-1410:00:0016:00:002025-06-2110:00:0016:00:002025-06-2810:00:0016:00:002025-07-0510:00:0016:00:002025-07-1210:00:0016:00:002025-07-1910:00:0016:00:002025-07-2610:00:0016:00:002025-08-0210:00:0016:00:002025-08-0910:00:0016:00:002025-08-1011:00:0015:00:009395901745916088b95e0df0-c269-4bee-aa9a-6646eeae8efcMusic, Football, FanzinesMusic and football have a long and enduring connection, whether it’s fans taking inspiration from chart-topping singles to create terrace chants or indie bands creating world cup anthems and sponsoring non-league clubs.This event will explore how the earliest football fanzines took inspiration from the punk movement and developed into a scene that saw football become woven into music, magazines, fashion and wider culture. The event will feature: lead singer of The Farm and founder of the influential zine The End, Peter Hooton; author of Zerox Machine: Punk, Post-Punk and Fanzines in Britain, 1976–88, Matt Worley; Alternative Wales zine contributor and Welsh Music Podcast co-host, James Cuff; and academic Alice Hoole, whose work examines participation in subcultural football spaces.Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/Copy%20of%20Home%20End%2027%20%26%2028%20at%20York%20City%20by%20Tony%20Cole.jpgBlack and white photograph of people in winter clothing standing outside a football stadium building with signs for 'GYM' and 'VISITING SUPPORTERS,' waiting in line.Music and football have a long and enduring connection, whether it’s fans taking inspiration from chart-topping singles to create terrace chants or indie bands creating world cup anthems and sponsoring non-league clubs.

This event will explore how the earliest football fanzines took inspiration from the punk movement and developed into a scene that saw football become woven into music, magazines, fashion and wider culture. The event will feature: lead singer of The Farm and founder of the influential zine The End, Peter Hooton; author of Zerox Machine: Punk, Post-Punk and Fanzines in Britain, 1976–88, Matt Worley; Alternative Wales zine contributor and Welsh Music Podcast co-host, James Cuff; and academic Alice Hoole, whose work examines participation in subcultural football spaces.

Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.

]]>This event will explore how the earliest football fanzines took inspiration from the punk movementDiscussion57222Voice of the Fans3960All Library Events196513NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/music-football-fanzines/e-kzdvrmTue 8 Jul 2025Tue 8 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/music-football-fanzineshttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37 850052025-07-0818:00:0019:30:009396401745924976ab7fc2af-bda9-4fde-b3ef-2ae63138eb45Botanical Art - Watercolour Lilies with Artist Monair HymanGently and expertly guided by Monair, you will be observing from life and the examples in Art Library books and Special Collections to produce botanical drawings.You will learn colour mixing and transfer all your ideas to a final piece using Winsor and Newton watercolour paints. All materials are included, and the paint palette will be yours to take home.BiographyMonair Hyman is a British contemporary painter. She graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University gaining a BA in Fine Art Painting 1st class Honours and a B.ED in Educational Management (Arts). Her work has been shown nationally and internationally. Monair Hyman’s work is in a number of private and public collections in Britain, Australia, France, Germany, Holland, Norway, Spain and the USA. Monair's research explores personal narratives, historical archives and the possibilities of tracing absence through the lens of pattern and decoration, informed by her early childhood, Caribbean heritage and the impact of Colonialism.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries37https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/IMG_9668.jpgWatercolour painted pink liliesGently and expertly guided by Monair, you will be observing from life and the examples in Art Library books and Special Collections to produce botanical drawings.

You will learn colour mixing and transfer all your ideas to a final piece using Winsor and Newton watercolour paints. All materials are included, and the paint palette will be yours to take home.

Biography
Monair Hyman is a British contemporary painter. She graduated from Leeds Metropolitan University gaining a BA in Fine Art Painting 1st class Honours and a B.ED in Educational Management (Arts). Her work has been shown nationally and internationally. Monair Hyman’s work is in a number of private and public collections in Britain, Australia, France, Germany, Holland, Norway, Spain and the USA. Monair's research explores personal narratives, historical archives and the possibilities of tracing absence through the lens of pattern and decoration, informed by her early childhood, Caribbean heritage and the impact of Colonialism.

]]>Gently and expertly guided by Monair, you will be observing from life and the examples in Art Library books and Special Collections to produce botanical drawings.Craft133All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/botanical-art-watercolour-lilies-with-artist-monair-hyman/e-kzdxkeSat 12 Jul 2025Sat 12 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/botanical-art-watercolour-lilies-artist-monair-hyman-0https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only011337850052025-07-1212:30:0015:30:009396501745927114e4cea077-d9dc-4d0b-8e03-4fe36697c539Out Loud: Poetry and LGBTQ+ Identity Creative Workshop - with Natalie McKiddieCelebrating Pride Month, we have a fabulous Poetry workshop where you can contribute your work to the Zine Library. Find out about the history of queer poetry and be inspired to create your own! Natalie will support a relaxed and informative workshop to learn about work from greats such as Sappho, Audre Lorde, and Oscar Wilde, and take us through writing exercises and prompts to reflect on the place of poetry in the expression of LGBTQ+ identity.@natisapoet69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries5https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/Out%20Loud%20Poetry.jpegPile of poetry books with gold, blue and white covers. Celebrating Pride Month, we have a fabulous Poetry workshop where you can contribute your work to the Zine Library. Find out about the history of queer poetry and be inspired to create your own! 

Natalie will support a relaxed and informative workshop to learn about work from greats such as Sappho, Audre Lorde, and Oscar Wilde, and take us through writing exercises and prompts to reflect on the place of poetry in the expression of LGBTQ+ identity.
@natisapoet

]]>Celebrating Pride Month, we have a fabulous Poetry workshop where you can contribute your work to the Zine Library. Find out about the history of queer poetry and be inspired to create your own! All Library Events196513LGBT+142432Spoken Word136424Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/out-loud-poetry-and-lgbtq-identity-creative-workshop-with-natalie-mckiddie/e-kzgpzpMon 30 Jun 2025Mon 30 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/out-loud-poetry-and-lgbtq-identity-creative-workshop-natalie-mckiddiehttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only011337850052025-06-3017:30:0019:30:0084153017459331033e18ecc3-6cb8-4315-81da-928d2bf0ab88Code Clubs at Leeds Libraries69301797Various Locations749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2023-08/code%20club%20flyer%20pic.pngDigital art of three people, two of the holding microbitsLeeds Libraries Code Clubs are suitable for ages 8-12.

The clubs are an hour long and run fortnightly during term time:

Central Library, 10.30 - 11.30am, Saturdays 3rd, 17th and 31st May, 14th and 28th June, 12th July

Headingley Community Hub & Library, 3.30 - 4.30pm, Wednesdays 7th and 21st May, 4th and 18th June, 2nd and 16th July

Halton Community Hub & Library, 3.30 - 4.30pm, Thursdays 22nd May, 26th June, 24th July

Compton Centre Community Hub & Library Club 1, 3.45 - 4.45, Tuesdays 6th and 20th May, 3rd and 17th June, 1st and 15th July

Compton Centre Community Hub & Library Club 2, 3.45 - 4.45pm, Thursdays 8th and 22nd May, 5th and 19th June, 3rd and 17th July

]]>Start your coding journey with Leeds Libraries!Family Friendly223541Family Workshops3320All Library Events196513Workshop1911Noyesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on?q=Leeds%20Libraries%20Code%20ClubTue 29 Apr 2025 - Thu 17 Jul 2025Tue 29 Apr 2025 - Thu 17 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/code-clubs-leeds-librarieshttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesfamily_friendly2025-04-2910:30:0017:30:002025-04-3010:30:0017:30:002025-05-0110:30:0017:30:002025-05-0310:30:0017:30:002025-05-0610:30:0017:30:002025-05-0710:30:0017:30:002025-05-0810:30:0017:30:002025-05-1010:30:0017:30:002025-05-1310:30:0017:30:002025-05-1410:30:0017:30:002025-05-1510:30:0017:30:002025-05-1710:30:0017:30:002025-05-2010:30:0017:30:002025-05-2110:30:0017:30:002025-05-2210:30:0017:30:002025-05-2410:30:0017:30:002025-05-2710:30:0017:30:002025-05-2810:30:0017:30:002025-05-2910:30:0017:30:002025-05-3110:30:0017:30:002025-06-0310:30:0017:30:002025-06-0410:30:0017:30:002025-06-0510:30:0017:30:002025-06-0710:30:0017:30:002025-06-1010:30:0017:30:002025-06-1110:30:0017:30:002025-06-1210:30:0017:30:002025-06-1410:30:0017:30:002025-06-1710:30:0017:30:002025-06-1810:30:0017:30:002025-06-1910:30:0017:30:002025-06-2110:30:0017:30:002025-06-2410:30:0017:30:002025-06-2510:30:0017:30:002025-06-2610:30:0017:30:002025-06-2810:30:0017:30:002025-07-0110:30:0017:30:002025-07-0210:30:0017:30:002025-07-0310:30:0017:30:002025-07-0510:30:0017:30:002025-07-0810:30:0017:30:002025-07-0910:30:0017:30:002025-07-1010:30:0017:30:002025-07-1210:30:0017:30:002025-07-1510:30:0017:30:002025-07-1610:30:0017:30:002025-07-1710:30:0017:30:0084243017459334079f854af4-d9f9-4c22-a138-051e2e897cbbDigital Drop-ins69301797Various Locations749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2023-09/digi%20drop%20in%20image.jpgA person sat at a table using a laptop and holding a smartphoneNeed help to use your tablet, smartphone or computer to try something new, say hello or get tech savvy?

Come along with your device or use a library PC and talk to our friendly librarians who will help you get started.

Learn how your device can help you improve your health, access library services to read eBooks and magazines online and even save you money.

Free events, no booking necessary.

Call 0113 378 5005 for more information.

Times and locations as follows:

Weekly (term-time only)

Garforth Community Hub & Library, Mondays 1 - 2pm

Oakwood Library, Tuesdays 11am - 12noon

Hunslet Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 1 - 2pm

Armley Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 2 - 3pm

Leeds Central Library, Wednesdays 2 - 3pm

Pudsey Community Hub & Library, Thursdays 10.30am - 11.30am

Compton Centre Community Hub & Library, Thursdays 1.30 - 2.30pm
 

Fortnightly

Seacroft Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 10.30 - 11.30am, 13th May, 3rd and 17th June, 1st and 15th July

Crossgates Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 10.30 - 11.30am, 6th and 20th May, 10th and 24th June, 8th (at 11am - 12noon) July and 22nd July
Monthly

Chapel Allerton Library, Tuesdays 12noon - 1.00pm, 13th May, 3rd June, 17th June, 15th July

]]>Get online with Leeds Libraries!Digital1810All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoyesnoTue 29 Apr 2025 - Tue 22 Jul 2025Tue 29 Apr 2025 - Tue 22 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/digital-drop-inshttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only2025-04-2910:00:0015:00:002025-04-3010:00:0015:00:002025-05-0110:00:0015:00:002025-05-0510:00:0015:00:002025-05-0610:00:0015:00:002025-05-0710:00:0015:00:002025-05-0810:00:0015:00:002025-05-1210:00:0015:00:002025-05-1310:00:0015:00:002025-05-1410:00:0015:00:002025-05-1510:00:0015:00:002025-05-1910:00:0015:00:002025-05-2010:00:0015:00:002025-05-2110:00:0015:00:002025-05-2210:00:0015:00:002025-05-2610:00:0015:00:002025-05-2710:00:0015:00:002025-05-2810:00:0015:00:002025-05-2910:00:0015:00:002025-06-0210:00:0015:00:002025-06-0310:00:0015:00:002025-06-0410:00:0015:00:002025-06-0510:00:0015:00:002025-06-0910:00:0015:00:002025-06-1010:00:0015:00:002025-06-1110:00:0015:00:002025-06-1210:00:0015:00:002025-06-1610:00:0015:00:002025-06-1710:00:0015:00:002025-06-1810:00:0015:00:002025-06-1910:00:0015:00:002025-06-2310:00:0015:00:002025-06-2410:00:0015:00:002025-06-2510:00:0015:00:002025-06-2610:00:0015:00:002025-06-3010:00:0015:00:002025-07-0110:00:0015:00:002025-07-0210:00:0015:00:002025-07-0310:00:0015:00:002025-07-0710:00:0015:00:002025-07-0810:00:0015:00:002025-07-0910:00:0015:00:002025-07-1010:00:0015:00:002025-07-1410:00:0015:00:002025-07-1510:00:0015:00:002025-07-1610:00:0015:00:002025-07-1710:00:0015:00:002025-07-2110:00:0015:00:002025-07-2210:00:0015:00:008259601745935504a1dd129e-2aa3-40ed-bee8-00c4d3bc4643Nintendo Switch eSports Gamers GroupsJoin our Nintendo Switch eSports group and challenge your friends! Splatter each other in Splatoon, smash each other in Super Smash Bros, see who's the best Mario Kart racer. All in a friendly manner, of course… Leeds Central Library, Saturdays 11.45am - 12.45pm 17th May, 14th June, 12th July69301797Various Locations749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2023-06/nintendo-switch-2154437_1920.jpgnintendo switch showing mario kartJoin our Nintendo Switch eSports group and challenge your friends! Splatter each other in Splatoon, smash each other in Super Smash Bros, see who's the best Mario Kart racer. All in a friendly manner, of course…
 
Leeds Central Library, Saturdays 11.45am - 12.45pm 17th May, 14th June, 12th July

]]>Join our eSports Gamers Groups!Digital1810Family Friendly223541Family Workshops3320All Library Events196513Workshop1911Noyesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryeventsSat 17 May 2025 - Sat 12 Jul 2025Sat 17 May 2025 - Sat 12 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/nintendo-switch-esports-gamers-groupshttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone2025-05-1711:45:0012:45:002025-06-1411:45:0012:45:002025-07-1211:45:0012:45:0093732017461821871ef5ec91-89b6-41bd-94d5-66216a9cff4fMarching On-Line Together: A history of the Leeds United Email ListClaire Warwick and John Boocock discuss the origins and history of the Unofficial Leeds United Email List and football supporters in Cyberspace. The ‘Leeds List’ claims to be the oldest surviving football supporters’ email list in the UK.Starting life on Internet Relay Chat in the early 1990s, the 'List' parallels the democratisation and development (or otherwise) of the internet. Claire and John will tell the tale of a community of football supporters coming together using the internet over three decades. Initially mainly inhabited by techies and academics, the ‘List’ soon became the on-line home to Leeds United Supporters from all walks of life, spread right across the World. Claire and John will also compare the 'List' to the emergence of other social networks and point out some rather striking cultural differences.Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/IMAGE%202.jpgpeople at a pubClaire Warwick and John Boocock discuss the origins and history of the Unofficial Leeds United Email List and football supporters in Cyberspace. The ‘Leeds List’ claims to be the oldest surviving football supporters’ email list in the UK.

Starting life on Internet Relay Chat in the early 1990s, the 'List' parallels the democratisation and development (or otherwise) of the internet. Claire and John will tell the tale of a community of football supporters coming together using the internet over three decades. Initially mainly inhabited by techies and academics, the ‘List’ soon became the on-line home to Leeds United Supporters from all walks of life, spread right across the World. 

Claire and John will also compare the 'List' to the emergence of other social networks and point out some rather striking cultural differences.

Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.

]]>Claire Warwick and John Boocock discuss the origins and history of the Unofficial Leeds United Email List and football supporters in Cyberspace.Discussion57222Voice of the Fans3960Heritage2518All Library Events196513NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/marching-on-line-together-a-history-of-the-leeds-united-email-list/e-qdzyvxMon 7 Jul 2025Mon 7 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/marching-line-together-history-leeds-united-email-listhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37 850052025-07-0718:00:0019:00:00937290174651837548ffe6d0-695c-4d5e-b425-21f654dbb6baVoice of the Fans NowFan-led media occupies a unique space in the world of football, from a handful of photocopied fanzines sold outside football grounds in the ‘70s, to the global reach of today’s multimedia platforms. Join the British Library and Leeds Libraries to explore fan-driven publishing in the present moment, including its role in the wider media landscape, what it offers audiences, why it’s important and how it has endured despite changes in the globalised game.The event features writers and editors from significant outlets including Daniel Chapman of Leedsista and formerly The Square Ball, Mike Harrison from The City Gent, Felicia Pennant from SEASON Zine and Zoë Hitchen from Girlfans. The discussion will be chaired by Ffion Thomas, Deputy Editor of When Saturday Comes and co-editor of Along Come Norwich zine.Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/Voice%20of%20the%20Fans%20now%20%20June%2014%20IMAGE.jpgColour photograph showing several football fanzine coversFan-led media occupies a unique space in the world of football, from a handful of photocopied fanzines sold outside football grounds in the ‘70s, to the global reach of today’s multimedia platforms. Join the British Library and Leeds Libraries to explore fan-driven publishing in the present moment, including its role in the wider media landscape, what it offers audiences, why it’s important and how it has endured despite changes in the globalised game.

The event features writers and editors from significant outlets including Daniel Chapman of Leedsista and formerly The Square Ball, Mike Harrison from The City Gent, Felicia Pennant from SEASON Zine and Zoë Hitchen from Girlfans. The discussion will be chaired by Ffion Thomas, Deputy Editor of When Saturday Comes and co-editor of Along Come Norwich zine.

Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.

]]>Join the British Library and Leeds Libraries to explore fan-driven publishing in the present moment, including its role in the wider media landscape, what it offers audiences, why it’s important and how it has endured despite changes in the globalised game.Discussion57222Leeds LitFest194511Voice of the Fans3960Heritage2518All Library Events196513NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/voice-of-the-fans-now/e-vxakjgSat 14 Jun 2025Sat 14 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/voice-fans-nowhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37 850052025-06-1414:30:0016:00:009435401747653905cc00fca1-c5d7-4b4b-a5aa-f85d95d7ad3bLife Drawing 4-Week course with life modelVenture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by artist and tutor Paul Digby. You'll explore figure drawing including line, gesture and shade to develop your own artistic style.Paul has a strong portfolio exhibiting extensively, including EAST Gallery, Royal Society of Sculptors Gallery, Leeds City Gallery, the Cornerhouse in Manchester and the Saatchi Gallery. www.pauldigby.co.ukThis four week course runs on Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm 7, 14, 21, 28 JulyAll materials and refreshments includedThis course is for those 18+69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries52https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/LD%20boris%20poster.jpgSketch of a life model in orangeVenture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by artist and tutor Paul Digby. You'll explore figure drawing including line, gesture and shade to develop your own artistic style.

Paul has a strong portfolio exhibiting extensively, including EAST Gallery, Royal Society of Sculptors Gallery, Leeds City Gallery, the Cornerhouse in Manchester and the Saatchi Gallery. www.pauldigby.co.uk

This four week course runs on Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm 7, 14, 21, 28 July

All materials and refreshments included
This course is for those 18+

]]>Venture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by artist and tutor Paul Digby. You'll explore figure drawing including line, gesture and shade to develop your own artistic style.Craft133All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoThis four week course runs on Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm 7, 14, 21, 28 July

]]>Buggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/life-drawing-4-week-course-with-life-model/e-vxkkkmMon 7 Jul 2025 - Mon 28 Jul 2025Mon 7 Jul 2025 - Mon 28 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/life-drawing-4-week-course-life-model-0https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only011337850052025-07-0717:30:0019:30:002025-07-1417:30:0019:30:002025-07-2117:30:0019:30:002025-07-2817:30:0019:30:0094355017479050208ac8a3c0-e123-48e4-a474-7bc8fbd4b448Life Drawing 4-Week course with life modelVenture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by experienced artist and tutor Boris Cruse. You'll explore figure drawing, including line, gesture and shade, and develop your own artistic style.Professional artist and Northlight Artistic Director Boris Cruse has many years' experience teaching with arts organisations in Leeds and beyond.This four week course runs on Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm 1, 8, 22, 29 SeptemberAll materials and refreshments includedThis course is for those 18+69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries52https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/LD%20boris%20poster_0.jpgSketch of a life model in orangeVenture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by experienced artist and tutor Boris Cruse. You'll explore figure drawing, including line, gesture and shade, and develop your own artistic style.

Professional artist and Northlight Artistic Director Boris Cruse has many years' experience teaching with arts organisations in Leeds and beyond.

This four week course runs on Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm 1, 8, 22, 29 September

All materials and refreshments included
This course is for those 18+

]]>Venture into life drawing in this relaxed, supportive four-week course taught by experienced artist and tutor Boris Cruse. You'll explore figure drawing, including line, gesture and shade, and develop your own artistic style.Craft133Workshop1911NoThis four week course runs on Mondays 5:30pm - 7:30pm 1, 8, 22, 29 September

]]>Buggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/life-drawing-4-week-course-with-life-model/e-lkqqqkMon 1 Sep 2025Mon 1 Sep 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/life-drawing-4-week-course-life-model-3https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only011337850052025-09-0117:30:0019:30:009436001747918810345bdb3c-4eb3-433e-a7d5-e8a3cd8fcfd9Leeds Zine Lates! Chart Your Cycle Turns 20: A Celebration of Zine Activism with Chella Quint OBE69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/Chella%20Quint%20OBE.pngChella Quint in a red dress in front of a red and silver backgroundJoin us at Leeds Zine Library for a joyful and zine-filled celebration with author, activist, and Sheffield Zine Fest co-founder, Chella Quint OBE, marking 20 years since she first self-published Chart Your Cycle and Adventures in Menstruating #1.

Kicking off with an informal ‘In Conversation’ and Q&A, we’ll dive into the journey from photocopied period charts to international campaigns, via Chella’s cult zines, Ladyfest shows, grassroots outreach, craftivism, and youth-led education resources, to the now-global Period Positive movement. Find out how her ad-busting fanzines inspired her 5-star Edinburgh Fringe show, led to her work on an International Emmy-nominated children’s show, and how her popular books Be Period Positive and Own Your Period became best sellers in Germany and banned in the US!

Expect readings, reflections, and behind-the-scenes stories from the early days of her DIY menstrual activism to today’s push for queer, inclusive, and Period Positive menstrual literacy education through the community-based project’s Period Positive Schools and Places Award, pledge, and youth-led curriculum guide.

Stick around for zine-making, badge-making, music, and refreshments. Plus, the chance to get involved with and help co-design next year’s Zine Fair poster at the City Museum with Leeds Museum’s curator Sapphia

📚 Chella’s books will be available for purchase (and signing) on the night: Own Your Period, Be Period Positive, and maybe even an exclusive Chart Your Cycle anniversary zine.

Open to menstruators and non-menstruators of all genders aged 16 and up.

Freedom4Girls will also be here to talk about their amazing work freedom4girls.co.uk and how you can get involved making reusables for yourself and others.

Come celebrate, create, and chart the next chapter!

Instagram: @chellaquint and @period_positive.

Facebook: periodpositive /chellaquintofficial

]]>Join us at Leeds Zine Library for a joyful and zine-filled celebration with author, activist, and Sheffield Zine Fest co-founder, Chella Quint OBE, marking 20 years since she first self-published Chart Your Cycle and Adventures in Menstruating #1.Craft133All Library Events196513Social157Workshop1911Noyesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/leeds-zine-lates-chart-your-cycle-turns-20-a-celebration-of-zine-activism-with-chella-quint-obe/e-moeokqWed 25 Jun 2025Wed 25 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/leeds-zine-lates-chart-your-cycle-turns-20-celebration-zine-activism-chella-quint-obehttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only011337850052025-06-2517:30:0019:30:0094359017479188102fd2f577-9834-43be-9291-5c0cfd210bb4Song Writing Course for ages 15 - 18.Calling all Leeds-based songwriters aged 15 to 18!Leeds Library and Cloth Cat invite you to a FREE five week songwriting course to help you develop your craft and artistry. The course will be led by musician Jack Winn, who will support you to create your own compositions using guitar, keyboard or voice.You will have the opportunity to explore choosing a theme, writing your own lyrics and structuring your song. Jack will help you to express yourself through song, and you'll have the option to perform what you have been working on at the Music:Leeds Open Mic night in the final session.Perfect for those looking to kickstart their songwriting, or for those who want to develop and refine their existing process. Expect to take away some new ideas and songs that you can continue to work on, and have the confidence to build your repertoire further!This is a Leeds Libraries event in partnership with Cloth Cat, to find out more about future Leeds events follow us and Cloth Cat on social media @leedslibraries and @clothcat Find your nearest library or give us a call for more information. Call 0113 378 500569289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/ALR_5746.jpgView through 2 archways of group standing round a baby grand piano whilst one is playing Calling all Leeds-based songwriters aged 15 to 18!

Leeds Library and Cloth Cat invite you to a FREE five week songwriting course to help you develop your craft and artistry. The course will be led by musician Jack Winn, who will support you to create your own compositions using guitar, keyboard or voice.

You will have the opportunity to explore choosing a theme, writing your own lyrics and structuring your song. Jack will help you to express yourself through song, and you'll have the option to perform what you have been working on at the Music:Leeds Open Mic night in the final session.

Perfect for those looking to kickstart their songwriting, or for those who want to develop and refine their existing process. Expect to take away some new ideas and songs that you can continue to work on, and have the confidence to build your repertoire further!

This is a Leeds Libraries event in partnership with Cloth Cat, to find out more about future Leeds events follow us and Cloth Cat on social media @leedslibraries and @clothcat Find your nearest library or give us a call for more information. Call 0113 378 5005

]]>Song writing Course for 15 - 18 year olds in partnership with Cloth Cat All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoFor the safety of our attendees anyone booking aged 17 or under will require written consent from parent/Guardian or carer acknowledging they are happy with you traveling from and to the event.

 

Many thanks

]]>Buggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/t-xmevrexWed 18 Jun 2025 - Wed 16 Jul 2025Wed 18 Jun 2025 - Wed 16 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/song-writing-course-ages-15-18https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesfamily_friendly2025-06-1815:00:0019:00:002025-06-2515:00:0019:00:002025-07-0215:00:0019:00:002025-07-0915:00:0019:00:002025-07-1615:00:0019:00:0094481017484355589428ed9b-24f8-462f-aa1d-5b21573c9633CrAFTERworkDecompress and chill in the Drawing Room with your unfinished project or your next crafting adventure!Get help from others, delve into the inspirational Art Library books and resources. Start something new, share a skill or simply find a space to get on with your craft and listen to a great playlist!This is an unstructured session. Please bring your own project.Sewing machines, an overlocker, and Cricut will be available.Hot drinks are provided.This is for those 16+ £469289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries4https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/yf7jf3v45487.pngBlue and gold threadDecompress and chill in the Drawing Room with your unfinished project or your next crafting adventure!

Get help from others, delve into the inspirational Art Library books and resources. Start something new, share a skill or simply find a space to get on with your craft and listen to a great playlist!

This is an unstructured session. Please bring your own project.
Sewing machines, an overlocker, and Cricut will be available.
Hot drinks are provided.
This is for those 16+ 
£4

]]>Decompress and chill in the Drawing Room with your unfinished project or your next crafting adventure!Craft133All Library Events196513Social157Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/crafterwork/e-eggyzrTue 3 Jun 2025 - Tue 24 Jun 2025Tue 3 Jun 2025 - Tue 24 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/crafterwork-13https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only011337850052025-06-0317:00:0019:00:002025-06-1017:00:0019:00:002025-06-1717:00:0019:00:002025-06-2417:00:0019:00:009373001748529905b97b12a3-3f12-42ef-a0c8-3c6260638c44Football Heritage and Fandom: A Research ShowcaseThis panel event brings together experts on football heritage and fan culture, including Professor Richard Haynes (The Football Imagination), PhD researchers Cameron Huggett and Aurélien Gerard, and curator Dora Petherbridge. Topics will include the rise of football fanzines, solidarity movements in the 1980s, and Andrew Watson’s XI—an all-star fantasy team of Black footballers and footballers of colour in Scotland, developed through a National Library of Scotland project celebrating football’s roots, culture, heritage, and communities.Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-04/thumbnail_IMG_0019.jpgSpread of football fanzine coversThis panel event brings together experts on football heritage and fan culture, including Professor Richard Haynes (The Football Imagination), PhD researchers Cameron Huggett and Aurélien Gerard, and curator Dora Petherbridge. Topics will include the rise of football fanzines, solidarity movements in the 1980s, and Andrew Watson’s XI—an all-star fantasy team of Black footballers and footballers of colour in Scotland, developed through a National Library of Scotland project celebrating football’s roots, culture, heritage, and communities.

Part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.

]]>A panel event featuring scholars whose research interests focus on issues in football fan culture.Discussion57222Voice of the Fans3960All Library Events196513Talk75303NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/football-fandom-in-academia/e-ddbmzoThu 26 Jun 2025Thu 26 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/football-heritage-and-fandom-research-showcasehttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37 850052025-06-2613:00:0014:00:008390401748615049b1a94e04-8dd9-4011-aaf9-1dcbf09e688869301797Various Locations749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-05/storyrhyme-11_0.jpgstory timeJoin us at local libraries across Leeds for a fun weekly session of sharing stories and rhymes with time to play in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 

A great opportunity to meet with others and join the library as part of your visit.

Free event for under fives and their grown ups, just turn up.

Monday 
10:30-11:30 - Dewsbury Road,  Headingley,  Pudsey, Whinmoor 
13:30-14:30 - Central, Oakwood

Tuesday 
10:30-11:30 - Beeston,  Halton,  Hunslet,  Moor Allerton,  Morley,  *Story Bus (BITMO - Belle Isle)
13:30-14:30 - Bramley, *Story Bus (Parkfield Avenue - Beeston Hill)

Wednesday 
10:30-11:30 - Ardsley and Tingley,  Calverley,  Reginald Centre, Garforth,  Guiseley,  Horsforth, Otley,  Rothwell, *Story Bus (The Old Fire Station - Gipton)
13:30-14:30 - *Story Bus (Gamble Hill Drive - Farnley)

Thursday 
10:30-11:30 - Armley,  Central, Chapel Allerton, Holt Park, Kippax, St George's Centre,  Seacroft, *Story Bus (Holbeck Moor Rd - Holbeck), Wetherby, Yeadon
13:30-14:30 - *Story Bus (Halton Moor Avenue - Halton Moor)

Friday 
10:30-11:30 - Compton Centre,  Crossgates
13:30-14:30 - Farsley

Follow this LINK for further details on the libraries listed for Story & Rhyme.

*The Story & Rhyme sessions on the Story Bus are every other week and term time only, follow this LINK for exact locations.

]]>Join us at local libraries across Leeds for a fun session of sharing stories and rhymes in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.Family Friendly223541All Library Events196513Literature168Play159468NoJust turn up, its free!

]]>Baby changing facilities3Buggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesnoMon 7 Apr 2025 - Fri 25 Jul 2025Mon 7 Apr 2025 - Fri 25 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/story-rhymehttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesfamily_friendly2025-04-0710:30:0011:30:002025-04-0810:30:0011:30:002025-04-0910:30:0011:30:002025-04-1010:30:0011:30:002025-04-1110:30:0011:30:002025-04-1410:30:0011:30:002025-04-1510:30:0011:30:002025-04-1610:30:0011:30:002025-04-1710:30:0011:30:002025-04-1810:30:0011:30:002025-04-2110:30:0011:30:002025-04-2210:30:0011:30:002025-04-2310:30:0011:30:002025-04-2410:30:0011:30:002025-04-2510:30:0011:30:002025-04-2810:30:0011:30:002025-04-2910:30:0011:30:002025-04-3010:30:0011:30:002025-05-0110:30:0011:30:002025-05-0210:30:0011:30:002025-05-0510:30:0011:30:002025-05-0610:30:0011:30:002025-05-0710:30:0011:30:002025-05-0810:30:0011:30:002025-05-0910:30:0011:30:002025-05-1210:30:0011:30:002025-05-1310:30:0011:30:002025-05-1410:30:0011:30:002025-05-1510:30:0011:30:002025-05-1610:30:0011:30:002025-05-1910:30:0011:30:002025-05-2010:30:0011:30:002025-05-2110:30:0011:30:002025-05-2210:30:0011:30:002025-05-2310:30:0011:30:002025-05-2610:30:0011:30:002025-05-2710:30:0011:30:002025-05-2810:30:0011:30:002025-05-2910:30:0011:30:002025-05-3010:30:0011:30:002025-06-0210:30:0011:30:002025-06-0310:30:0011:30:002025-06-0410:30:0011:30:002025-06-0510:30:0011:30:002025-06-0610:30:0011:30:002025-06-0910:30:0011:30:002025-06-1010:30:0011:30:002025-06-1110:30:0011:30:002025-06-1210:30:0011:30:002025-06-1310:30:0011:30:002025-06-1610:30:0011:30:002025-06-1710:30:0011:30:002025-06-1810:30:0011:30:002025-06-1910:30:0011:30:002025-06-2010:30:0011:30:002025-06-2310:30:0011:30:002025-06-2410:30:0011:30:002025-06-2510:30:0011:30:002025-06-2610:30:0011:30:002025-06-2710:30:0011:30:002025-06-3010:30:0011:30:002025-07-0110:30:0011:30:002025-07-0210:30:0011:30:002025-07-0310:30:0011:30:002025-07-0410:30:0011:30:002025-07-0710:30:0011:30:002025-07-0810:30:0011:30:002025-07-0910:30:0011:30:002025-07-1010:30:0011:30:002025-07-1110:30:0011:30:002025-07-1410:30:0011:30:002025-07-1510:30:0011:30:002025-07-1610:30:0011:30:002025-07-1710:30:0011:30:002025-07-1810:30:0011:30:002025-07-2110:30:0011:30:002025-07-2210:30:0011:30:002025-07-2310:30:0011:30:002025-07-2410:30:0011:30:002025-07-2510:30:0011:30:0094577017489494209ed64e6f-e968-49b4-a534-ba1fbbb18067Heritage Tour of Leeds Central LibraryJoin us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed building. Find out about the architecture, history and famous visitors, as well as visiting some secret corners! Tours last approximately 1 hour and leave from the ground floor atrium, outside the Lending department.This is a Leeds Libraries event, to keep up to date with further events please follow us on social media @leedslibraries and sign up to Leeds Libraries Newsletter  We are always happy to welcome you, find your closest library or get in touch: leeds.gov.uk/libraries69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Libraries55https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/2007716_164111%20LOW%20RES.jpgInterior of a large historic library with high arched ceilings, wooden beams, and two levels. The upper level has a balcony with bookshelves; the lower level features long tables, computer workstations, and a person using a computer.Join us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed building. Find out about the architecture, history and famous visitors, as well as visiting some secret corners! Tours last approximately 1 hour and leave from the ground floor atrium, outside the Lending department.

This is a Leeds Libraries event, to keep up to date with further events please follow us on social media @leedslibraries and sign up to Leeds Libraries Newsletter  

We are always happy to welcome you, find your closest library or get in touch: leeds.gov.uk/libraries

]]>Join us for an entertaining trip behind the scenes of our magnificent Grade II* listed buildingGuided Tours198515Heritage2518All Library Events196513NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246noyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/heritage-tour-of-leeds-central-library/e-vkkalyWed 16 Jul 2025Wed 16 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/heritage-tour-leeds-central-library-4https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone0113 37 850052025-07-1614:00:0015:30:0094576017489495268acdc82a-3a89-47a7-b8d6-2cf7e2376291Family History ConsultationIf you are having difficulty with your family history research then join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation: from first steps using Ancestry to more advanced queries, we're on hand to help.We can primarily assist with family history in the Leeds and West Yorkshire area; the consultation is open to anyone, however, as we may be able to offer general advice depending on your circumstances.Please book one 30-minute slot - we may be able to see you for longer than 30-minutes depending on customer demand on the day, but the session may have to end at the end of the period if we have other bookings. You can book another session on another date if you think you will need extra assistance.You only need to book once ticket per enquiry - i.e. if you are coming with another family member and both have the same question please only book one ticket.The consultation will take place on the 2nd Floor of the Central Library in the Local and Family History department. If you are unable to attend in-person but still require a consultation, please call our department on 0113 37 86982 and ask to speak to a Librarian.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/20111229_173070%20consultation%20and%20drop%20in%20image.jpgGrand library interior with high arched ceilings, ornate architecture, and long tables where people are reading and studying. Bookshelves line the walls, and large windows let in natural light.If you are having difficulty with your family history research then join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation: from first steps using Ancestry to more advanced queries, we're on hand to help.

We can primarily assist with family history in the Leeds and West Yorkshire area; the consultation is open to anyone, however, as we may be able to offer general advice depending on your circumstances.

Please book one 30-minute slot - we may be able to see you for longer than 30-minutes depending on customer demand on the day, but the session may have to end at the end of the period if we have other bookings. You can book another session on another date if you think you will need extra assistance.

You only need to book once ticket per enquiry - i.e. if you are coming with another family member and both have the same question please only book one ticket.

The consultation will take place on the 2nd Floor of the Central Library in the Local and Family History department. If you are unable to attend in-person but still require a consultation, please call our department on 0113 37 86982 and ask to speak to a Librarian.

]]>Join our team of family history librarians at the Central Library for a free consultation: from first steps using Ancestry to more advanced queriesAll Library Events196513Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/family-history-consultation/e-meeybdThu 17 Jul 2025 - Thu 25 Sep 2025Thu 17 Jul 2025 - Thu 25 Sep 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/family-history-consultation-4https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone0113 37 850052025-07-1714:00:0015:30:002025-09-2514:00:0015:30:009461001749151123fb98f993-e872-455a-90c8-adca1c301bd3Make Music Day CelebrationMake Music Day is an international annual day of music making.The free celebration of music takes place in 125 countries on  21 June every year.It creates cultural communities by:Fostering connections in music-makingSupporting the development of skillsPromoting music to new audiences via free music events and participatory projects.This year we are inviting you to a day of performance at Leeds Central libraries new Music Library. Performances from 10.30am - 3.30pm.Free performances open to all:10:30-11:45 AKA Trio / Chamber ensemble                                                Beethoven - Trio Op 87Krommer - Trio in FNeubauer - Trio Op 3, No 3Katie P - flute, Anna B - violin, Amy D – viola12:15-14:15 Pop Up piano player for one day only our baby grand will be unplugged, come share your talent. First come first serve.14:30-15:30 Leodis Consort  / choir - Bach MotetsThis is a Leeds Libraries event to find out more about future Leeds events follow us on social media @leedslibraries Find your nearest library or give us a call for more information. Call 0113 378 500569289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/ALR_5746.jpgGroup stood round piano in Central building Make Music Day is an international annual day of music making.

The free celebration of music takes place in 125 countries on  21 June every year.

It creates cultural communities by:

Fostering connections in music-making

Supporting the development of skills

Promoting music to new audiences via free music events and participatory projects.

This year we are inviting you to a day of performance at Leeds Central libraries new Music Library. Performances from 10.30am - 3.30pm.

Free performances open to all:
10:30-11:45 AKA Trio / Chamber ensemble                                                
Beethoven - Trio Op 87
Krommer - Trio in F
Neubauer - Trio Op 3, No 3
Katie P - flute, Anna B - violin, Amy D – viola
12:15-14:15 Pop Up piano player for one day only our baby grand will be unplugged, come share your talent. First come first serve.

14:30-15:30 Leodis Consort  / choir - Bach Motets

This is a Leeds Libraries event to find out more about future Leeds events follow us on social media @leedslibraries Find your nearest library or give us a call for more information. Call 0113 378 5005

]]>Make Music Day is an international annual day of music making.Family Friendly223541All Library Events196513Music145Concert50190Music (Classical)139428Show2821Social157NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesnoSat 21 Jun 2025Sat 21 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/make-music-day-celebrationhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone2025-06-2110:30:0015:30:0094575017491512027374ecaa-066e-4677-b965-6fcbeae84902Family History for Beginners WorkshopJoin us in the Sanderson Room at Leeds Central Library for this live and interactive version of our popular Family History workshop, for a friendly introduction to key concepts and resources for complete beginners.Free but booking required at www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryeventsThis is a Leeds Libraries event, to keep up to date with further events please follow us on social media @leedslibraries and sign up to Leeds Libraries Newsletter  We are always happy to welcome you, find your closest library or get in touch: leeds.gov.uk/libraries69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/06378-1574083513474.jpgTablet displaying an Ancestry.com webpage with a banner reading “Searching for that right moment,” featuring a black-and-white photo of people. Below are search options for census, vitals, and military records, and a green “Begin Searching” button. The tablet rests on an old map.Join us in the Sanderson Room at Leeds Central Library for this live and interactive version of our popular Family History workshop, for a friendly introduction to key concepts and resources for complete beginners.

Free but booking required at www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents

This is a Leeds Libraries event, to keep up to date with further events please follow us on social media @leedslibraries and sign up to Leeds Libraries Newsletter  

We are always happy to welcome you, find your closest library or get in touch: leeds.gov.uk/libraries

]]>Join us in the Sanderson Room at Leeds Central Library for this live and interactive version of our popular Family History workshopHeritage2518All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/family-history-for-beginners-workshop/e-lbkgjgWed 9 Jul 2025 - Wed 10 Sep 2025Wed 9 Jul 2025 - Wed 10 Sep 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/family-history-beginners-workshop-4https://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrarieseveryone0113 37 850052025-07-0910:00:0011:30:002025-09-1014:00:0015:30:0094638017494607700f325cff-a901-4147-ab05-abd55bc8cc30Refugee Week: Northern Bookshelf Live with author Tawseef KhanJoin us for a Refugee Week special event with Tawseef Khan, author of the debut novel Determination, longlisted for the 2025 Jhalak Prize. Tawseef will be in conversation with Karen Powell (Fifteen Wild Decembers, Nero Book Awards 2023 finalist).Tawseef Khan is a qualified immigration solicitor and holds a doctoral degree from the University of Liverpool, where he examined the fairness of the British asylum system. He is also a graduate of the creative writing programme at the University of East Anglia, where he received the Seth Donaldson Memorial Bursary. His fiction has appeared in Lighthouse and Test Signal: a Northern anthology; his non-fiction in the New York Times, The Face and Hyphen. His debut non-fiction book Muslim, Actually was published by Atlantic in 2021. His debut novel Determination will be published in paperback on 19 June 2025. He lives in Manchester.Determination follows Jamila Shah, an overwhelmed immigration solicitor, as she begins to reclaim her life while staying true to her mission of helping others.Books will be available to buy on the night from The Little Bookshop.787220The Compton Centre749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/Tawseef_0198.jpgPhoto of author Tawseef KhanJoin us for a Refugee Week special event with Tawseef Khan, author of the debut novel Determination, longlisted for the 2025 Jhalak Prize. Tawseef will be in conversation with Karen Powell (Fifteen Wild Decembers, Nero Book Awards 2023 finalist).

Tawseef Khan is a qualified immigration solicitor and holds a doctoral degree from the University of Liverpool, where he examined the fairness of the British asylum system. He is also a graduate of the creative writing programme at the University of East Anglia, where he received the Seth Donaldson Memorial Bursary. His fiction has appeared in Lighthouse and Test Signal: a Northern anthology; his non-fiction in the New York Times, The Face and Hyphen. His debut non-fiction book Muslim, Actually was published by Atlantic in 2021. His debut novel Determination will be published in paperback on 19 June 2025. He lives in Manchester.

Determination follows Jamila Shah, an overwhelmed immigration solicitor, as she begins to reclaim her life while staying true to her mission of helping others.

Books will be available to buy on the night from The Little Bookshop.

]]>Author event to celebrate Refugee WeekAll Library Events196513Literature168Talk75303YesWheelchair access246pay_as_you_feelyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/refugee-week-northern-bookshelf-live-with-author-tawseef-khan/e-kzbakpTue 17 Jun 2025Tue 17 Jun 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/refugee-week-northern-bookshelf-live-author-tawseef-khanhttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only2025-06-1718:30:0019:30:0094662017495448491a8f2b7f-b6f2-4ee8-a3f9-35a30e76b933Tile Design WorkshopThe Central Library Building by George Corson (1829-1910) offers spectacular interiors including the Tiled Hall and reflects Corson's eclectic interests which included Islamic architecture. This is a chance for families and children to explore colour, geometry, and pattern through drawing, painting, collage, printing and decoupage.Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/Central%20Library%20Tiles_%20green.jpgOrnate Green flower tile The Central Library Building by George Corson (1829-1910) offers spectacular interiors including the Tiled Hall and reflects Corson's eclectic interests which included Islamic architecture.
 

This is a chance for families and children to explore colour, geometry, and pattern through drawing, painting, collage, printing and decoupage.

Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult

]]>This is a chance for families and children to explore colour, geometry and pattern through drawing, painting, collage, printing and decoupage.Craft133Family Friendly223541Family Workshops3320All Library Events196513Workshop1911NoFree.
Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking essential.

]]>yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/select/pqzogwoaqawwSat 13 Sep 2025Sat 13 Sep 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/tile-design-workshophttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesfamily_friendly0113 37850052025-09-1311:00:0013:00:0094672017496370470b20ec50-27a8-4de3-910e-97cf9370beb8Football Fandom in the 1990sIn 1991 Richard Davis set out with his camera to various North West football teams in England, on a journey to find out if indeed there was a new breed of football fan out there. After the troubled decade of the 1980s, had football finally embraced a more positive open environment; what role, if any, did fanzines play in this cultural shift.Many of Richard's photographs can be seen as part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.69289476Leeds Central Library749180Leeds Librarieshttps://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/sites/default/files/2025-06/1%20oldham%20Fans%2C%20Boundary%20Park%20Oldham%201991%20by%20Richard%20Davis.JPGTwo people sit on the ground against a brick wall. One wears a denim jacket and jeans; the other wears a sports jersey labeled “Bovis” and holds papers or magazines. A bag or package lies in front of them.In 1991 Richard Davis set out with his camera to various North West football teams in England, on a journey to find out if indeed there was a new breed of football fan out there. After the troubled decade of the 1980s, had football finally embraced a more positive open environment; what role, if any, did fanzines play in this cultural shift.

Many of Richard's photographs can be seen as part of Voice of the Fans, an exhibition co-produced by the British Library and Leeds Libraries, which explores over 60 years of fan-made media from their collections that has defined the beautiful game. At Leeds Central Library from 9 May to 10 August, with a smaller display touring to Leeds branch libraries throughout autumn/winter 2025.

]]>In 1991 Richard Davis set out with his camera to various North West football teams in England, on a journey to find out if indeed there was a new breed of football fan out there. Exhibitions2012Voice of the Fans3960Heritage2518All Library Events196513Visual Art111NoBuggy friendly268Wheelchair access246yesyeshttps://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents/football-fandom-in-the-1990s/e-rgbqboWed 16 Jul 2025Wed 16 Jul 2025https://www.leedsinspired.co.uk/events/football-fandom-1990shttps://www.leeds.gov.uk/librarieshttps://www.facebook.com/leedslibrarieshttps://twitter.com/leedslibrarieshttps://www.instagram.com/leedslibrariesadults_only0113 37 850052025-07-1618:00:0019:00:00