Leeds City Library

Quiet reading sessions, come along, settle down, and lock in for some dedicated reading time. You're worth it!

Quiet reading hour, turn up, settle down and lock in for some dedicated reading time.

In “Radical Roots” The Red Shed Players explore the lives of four strong characters who played important roles in our history: Robert Owen - Industrialist and Dreamer Feargus O’Connor - The Lion of Freedom Alice Mann - Printer and Activist for the Charter Emma Martin - Preacher of Absolute Equality

Looking 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.

Self-publishing has always been an important part of print and, in its 400 years of existence, Leeds has played a leading role. Join us as we take a trip through the history of self-publishing in the city.

This workshop, led by Professor Laura King, will take a look at the life and experiences of 'Woodbine Lizzie', the nickname of Alice Porter, a woman who lived an unconventional life, much of it on the streets of city centre Leeds in the 1920s and 1930s.

Guitar for Beginners Class Ages 19+ Enrolment takes place in 1st 3 weeks

Ukulele Classes for beginners, improver and those looking for a fun social experience participants must sign up to enrol within the 1st 3 weeks.

Join Heritage and Research Librarian Sally Hughes to delve into some of the weird and wonderful items in Leeds Libraries' collections.

Join artist Jon Eland to take a deep dive into what survives of the Templars of Nuesum and journey back twice as far as the charter Leeds is currently celebrating.