Redbridge Libraries are magical spaces that nurture, inspire and support their local community. We are a community resource that warmly welcomes all residents at every stage of their lives, no matter what their circumstances are.
As well as providing books and giving access to the digital world, we provide diverse activities and cultural programmes all year round. For many children, the library is their first experience of a cultural institution and the gateway to further opportunities.
Our eclectic programme of activities and events provides creative, playful learning experiences for children of all ages, sparking curiosity and stimulating imaginations. Our projects help children to express their creativity, learn new skills, try something new and have magical experiences.
We are committed to celebrating the artist in every child and making sure all children benefit from our activities. We believe the arts are critical to children's development at all stages of their childhood , especially for those who may find books and reading difficult. Our arts and events programme inspires children, boosting their confidence and helping them with their reading.
Through our annual programmes, we create hundreds of opportunities for local children to experience author events, theatre shows, artists residencies, storytelling events, arts and crafts workshops and professional performances at their local library. We also provide Lego clubs, STEM clubs, and after school games clubs. This is over and above our core offer of providing books, reading programmes and access to computers.
Local Authority funding only covers our core operating costs but not our additional festivals, arts and crafts sessions and events programme. We depend on fund raising from external sources and on support from generous individuals like you to help fund the amazing array of cultural activities and festivals we put on. Your gift helps us to continue delivering these exciting activities and offering them to local schools and families for free or at a low-cost.
Your donation makes a massive difference to all those children who rely on us to provide safe, enriching cultural experiences, which help them to go on to leading more rewarding lives.