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Your communityBringing people together

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Gathering with people is good for us. It provides fun, a sense of belonging and shared experiences that enrich our lives.

With activities and groups for all ages and interests, libraries act as community hubs for everyone.

Get more from your library

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Time to talk

Social groups offer the joy of a good chat

Two young women and young one man smile as they have a conversation near shelves of books in a library.

Explore interests

Discover a hobby or skill and make new friends

Two young girls and a woman do craft activities at a library.

Learn social skills

Free children's activities help them learn how to make friends

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Emotional support

Find a group to help you through difficult times

Your community

Being part of a community offers social connection, friendship and support. It’s great for our mental health.

At your library you might find groups for crafters, gardeners, readers, artists, quizzers, slimmers, writers or local historians. Young children enjoy story and rhyme times, and older ones benefit from LEGO clubs, Chatterbooks groups, reading challenges and more.

“Our library is part of the reason we haven’t moved - it’s the central hub of the community.”

Alex

Customer, Sandwell Libraries

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