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

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

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

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

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.

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)

Leeds Central Library, Wednesdays 2 - 3pm

Oakwood Library, Tuesdays 11am - 12noon

Hunslet Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 1 - 2pm

Armley Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 2 - 3pm

Garforth Community Hub & Library, Mondays 1 - 2pm

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

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

Holt Park Community Hub & Library, Fridays 1 - 2pm

Fortnightly

Seacroft Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 10.30 - 11.30am, 14th and 28th January, 11th February, 4th and 18th March, 1st and 29th April

Crossgates Community Hub & Library, Tuesdays 10.30 - 11.30am, 7th, 21st January, 4th and 25th February, 11th and 25th March, 22nd April

Monthly

Chapel Allerton Library, Tuesdays 12noon - 1.00pm, 14th January, 11th February, 11th March

Yeadon Community Hub & Library, Mondays 2 - 3pm, 13th January, 10th February, 10th March

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.**

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

You will also learn some simple hand embroidery stitches that create your embroidered picture including stem stitch, French knots and satin stitch.

All materials and equipment are included in the ticket price and the workshop is suitable for people with some embroidery experience who would like to start creating their own designs.

You will need to bring a printed photograph to the workshop to create your design.

Tickets are £24 which includes hot drinks

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

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! Gain access to sewing machines, overlocker and cricut. 
Hot drinks are provided.

This is for those 16+

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

Monday, 10:30-11:30 - Dewsbury Road,  Headingley,  Pudsey, Whinmoor

Monday, 13:30-14:30 - Central, Oakwood

Tuesday, 10:30-11:30 - Beeston,  Halton,  Hunslet,  Moor Allerton,  Morley,  *Story Bus (BITMO - Belle Isle)

Tuesday, 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 (Coldcotes Circus - Gipton)

Wednesday, 13:30-14:30 - *Story Bus (Gamble Hill Drive - Farnley), Wetherby

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

Thursday, 13:30-14:30 - *Story Bus (Wykebeck Mount - Halton Moor)

Friday, 10:30-11:30 - Compton Centre,  Crossgates

Friday, 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.
 

Since 2017 the charity has helped over 150 families to write their Swan Songs. They now have a team of songwriters and offer their unique service across the country. They believe in Celebrating Lives, Making Memories and Leaving Legacies.

This event will be a chance for people to share their songs publicly and meet others who have also written Swan Songs. Each song with be introduced by it's write (or a family member if the writer has since passed away), we will then listen to it together. We will mostly be listening to the recorded versions of the songs but may have some live performances too.

The event is free to attend but tickets must be reserved in advance.

It will in The Music Library at Leeds Central Library.

We will start the songshare at 1pm and run this until 3pm with a break for refreshments.

This event will likely be quite emotional and talk openly about death and bereavement.

Please visit www.swansongproject.co.uk to find out more about the charity.

Contact Ben@swansongproject.co.uk if you have any questions about the event.

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. 

Rock out to a playlist of specially curated punk rock from across generations whilst you check out Zines from Ska to Oi! to Hardcore Punk to Riot Grrrl! Limited bar service available.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Our Music and Memories sessions are a chance for you to share a special song and those precious memories with others. Simply request what song you would like, the group will listen to it together and you will have the opportunity to share your thoughts or memories associated with it. This may be a song that reminds you of a loved one, of a particular time in your life or is dedicated to someone you have lost.

As part of Dying Matters Week 2025 we are very happy to be hosting a Music and Memories session at Leeds Music Library. The session is free to attend and will run from 1-3pm.

If you would like a song dedicating or something sharing but are worried about feeling emotional at the time, you are welcome to write something in advance that our facilitator will be happy to read out for you.

Please email Ben@swansongproject.co.uk if you have any questions about the event or would like to request a song in advance.

The Swan Song Project is a charity that helps terminally ill and bereaved people to write original songs. 

You can find out more about the charity at www.swansongproject.co.uk.

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.

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.

Join Matt Lidbury from Lower Block, a photography zine that celebrates football culture, for an informal Q+A about creating a unique, independently produced publication that celebrates style, design, architecture and photography.

We will have activities, zine making, music, and the chance to explore our zine collections, zine library and Voice of the Fans exhibition.

Free but booking required. 

Participants include Professor Richard Haynes, author of The Football Imagination: The Rise of Football Fanzine Culture, together with current PhD students Cameron Huggett (British Library/Teesside University) and Aurélien Gerard (Sorbonne University).

Our speakers will particularly focus on the role of fanzines in combating prejudice and discrimination, including the influence of titles such as Marching Altogether - an important Leeds United fanzine of the 1980s.

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.