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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 11d

If you're a romance girlie but fancy something with a spooky edge, think ghost-busting whilst navigating a love triangle, 'crazy spooky love' might be just the tonic. Josie Silver's new novel is being praised as the perfect cute silly book to get you in the seasonal mood 👻

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 13d

Adam and Alison give their best wishes to pupils from St Oswald's C of E Primary who attended our Sefton Libraries Writing Workshop. The pupils enjoyed taking part in lots of interesting activities to stimulate their creative writing skills. ✍️

Two library members of staff standing with a group of children with their writing workshop certificates.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 18d

It's Alive! The spooky season is in full swing! So as the nights draw in why not curl up and get into the Halloween spirit by reading the classic Frankenstein by Mary Shelley! Compare it with the new Guillermo del Toro film! 🎃👻

Person holding a Frankenstein book in a library. He is wearing a mask that resembles Frankenstein's monster.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 19d

Craving a steaming mug of tea, a freshly baked muffin and a sprinkle of enchantment?

The Baby Dragon Cafe- A T Qureshi 🐲
A cat cafe, but with dragons!

The Wizard's Bakery- Gu Byeong-Mo 🧁
Be careful what you wish for!

Practical Magic- Alice Hoffman 🌹
Two sisters are tainted by their family curse!

Selection of three books on a planter inside a library.

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 21d

'The Enchanted Greenhouse' by Sarah Beth Durst. The story feels like a warm hug, Sarah yet again creates characters that feel so familiar and loveable in a world you can't wait to return to. If you needed any more convincing, this book features a winged cat...enough said 😸

Person holding a book outside., There are trees in the background

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 25d

As part of Dyslexia Awareness Week, Sefton Libraries have a range of books from publishers Barrington Stoke and Little Gems. These are ideal for reluctant or struggling readers and those that can suffer from visual stress when reading print on traditional paper.

Person holding several dyslexia friendly books in the library.

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · 29d

Join us on 15th October at 3pm for our introductory session with Minna from Compost Works, a Liverpool-based social enterprise with a mission to divert food waste from incineration and landfill. The project is funded by Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority ♻️ 🍎🥕🍌🍅🥔 #Composting #Garden

Poster for a composting event in Crosby Library

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Oct 4

📜 A huge congratulations to Barbara Bailey for coming first place in this year's Sefton Slams, as part of our National Poetry Day celebrations day in Crosby Library!

Barbara delivered a beautiful second reading of the poem. Thank you so much to all the wonderful poets who participated! #Writing ✍️🖊️

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Oct 2

Happy October! 🍁🍂🧣☕

The perfect time to cosy up under a blanket with a cuppa and a good book. Lucy Jane Wood’s new witchy release 'Uncharmed' is a perfect autumn read. We follow Annie, as her immaculate life is turned upside-down in this story of found family, comfort in chaos and a bit of magic! ✨

Person holding the book 'Uncharmed' by Lucy Jane Wood

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 30

🐜 Come and join us at Crosby Library this Autumn half term for a family friendly Autumn beastie making season!

Places are limited so please book on via the link in our bio!

This workshop is aimed at children aged 4- 11, accompanied with an adult.

27th October
10:30am
Crosby Library

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 24

We will be running a limited service on the 30th September due to software upgrades 🖥️

Poster explaining that Sefton libraries will operate on a limited service on the 30th September due to software upgrades

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 22

Ever wanted to write a story but not sure where to start? The Bootle Writers' Group meet every Thursday 10.30 am - 12.30 pm. Bring your writing - any genre for feedback and support. Learn about competitions, make new friends and sharpen your writing skills with fun challenges and prompts! ✍️ 🖊️ 💻

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 17

On the first and third Thursdays of each month, Bootle Library runs their Community Garden Group. If you're interested in getting involved feel free to just turn up! 🌱 🌳 🌿 🌼

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 12

From 12th-21st September, Heritage Open Days are running events across England to celebrate the country's history and culture. To mark the festival, here are a few non-fiction recommendations from our architecture and travel sections.
🏛️ ⛪ 🏰

Three books on a table
Britain's Buildings, Places & Spaces - Ptolemy Dean
Forgotten Churches - Luke Sherlock
Hidden Treasures of England - Michael McNay

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 11

Sefton slams 2025! 🎤

This year the theme is PLAY! Enter your poem now, entries close on Thursday the 25th of September. Entrants will be contacted to confirm their place at the event on Thursday the 2nd October at 2pm where they will read their poem to an audience and the winner will be crowned! 👑

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 9

🍎 We're delighted to announce the third annual Formby Library Community Apple Pressing event will be taking place on the 26th September!

Come along with our own apples, where they will be collectively sorted, washed and pressed into delicious juice to share.

Poster of an apple pressing event at Formby Library

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 8

We're delighted to be partnering with Active Sefton to deliver a 5-week Peep course for young families at Netherton Library!

Sessions are free, taking place each Friday morning, beginning on the 26th September and will explore child development and learning in a safe welcoming environment. Book Now

Poster of an activity at Netherton Library

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 3

Hallo’zine lives! 👻🎃🧟‍♂️🕷️💀

It’s that time of year again! Hallo’zine is back and celebrating its fifth year. We’re calling for your submissions of spooky art and stories. Be sure to check out our catalogue website for further details. Entries close 2nd of October. #Zines #Writing

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 2

We’ve had another drop off from our mystery knitter 🧶 We’re still in our story garden era so are loving the butterflies, caterpillars and bees 🐝 🦋🐛 #knitting #knitted

Hand holding a couple of yarn creations in the library

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Sep 1

Our face when we remember how much veg we've harvested this summer 😆

If you've not yet visited Crosby Libraries garden, we're at the rear of the building by the carpark. There is plenty of seating available, come and relax, bring a picnic, takeaway coffee and of course a good book! 📚🌻🌿

Man happily smiling in Crosby Libraries garden. He is sitting on a bench holding vegetables

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Aug 21

Budding pebble artists have created some fantastic creations to brighten up the Bootle library garden! It was lovely to see a mix of children and adults taking part. Each pebble was unique and made with such love. ❤️💮🏵️

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Aug 20

Our recent Nature Novels writing workshops with Charlie Lea, have inspired children from Sefton Libraries to write postcards about saving nature! Lots of fun had and the children came up with some fantastic ideas. 🌳🍃🌴

Group of children attending Nature Novels event

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Aug 19

A huge thanks to everyone that came down to last night's screening of Fern Gully in Bootle Library with At The Library and Fact Liverpool!

If you missed it, we're back in Christchurch, Bootle, for two more packed days of film relating to the Summer Reading Challenge! 🎞️

Book now → fact.co.uk/citc

Group of people sat down ready to watch a film at Bootle library

Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Aug 15

Formby Library Gardening Club are thrilled to return to the Southport Flower Show this year! Thank you to the library staff and volunteers who helped with tending to the garden, transporting the plants and setting up the display.

It can be found in the Community Raised Beds section of the Show

Formby gardening club tending to some flowers

Group photo of the finished work at the flower show

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Sefton Libraries @seftonlibraries.bsky.social · Aug 13

Creativity has been flourishing in Netherton and Formby Library! Check out our little artists and their wonderfully imaginative creations 🎨

Adult and child sat down doing a craft at Netherton Library

Child showing off their craft in Netherton Library

Two children showing off their craft at Formby Library