We are delighted to join the green libraries week initiative. Libraries Week is an annual showcase/celebration of the best that libraries have to offer. Each year a theme explores the innovative and surprising things that libraries are doing to support their communities. In 2023, Libraries Week becomes Green Libraries Week from 2nd to 8th October, celebrating the work in our and other libraries across the UK focused on sustainability and climate change. Read more for our activities….
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The BEAT BUS is coming to Buckby Library & Hub on Thursday 5th October at 2pm
Neighbourhood police officers hold regular surgeries in local communities across their beat area.
Come along to our next fascinating talk which coincides with Green Libraries Week
FARMING & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION – are they compatible?
On Thursday 5th October Long Buckby farmer Mark Jelley and landscape recovery expert Ian Jelley join together to talk about these areas that are crucial to how we manage our environment. Mark farms Perkins Lodge Farm and Ian is director of landscape recovery at the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust.
WNC Drop-In Sessions
Commencing on 8th September we will be hosting monthly WNC drop-in sessions at 10.30am. West Northants Council advisers will come in once a month on a Friday morning, for members of the public to ask anything or raise any issues. Further sessions will take place on 6th October and 10th November and they will…
A fun packed evening with Long Buckby Ukulele Group
Thursday 12th October, 7.30pm to 9pm. Doors open at 7pm.
LB Surgery Drop-In Sessions

We are partnering with The Long Buckby Practice who are supporting patients. Do you need some help from your surgery? Want to know more about online services? Do you look after someone and want advice? Need help with a social problem or your wellbeing?
The first session is Tuesday 17th October, 3pm to 4pm.
Our First Film night of the Autumn Season ~ 26th Sep
Bank of Dave
Based on the true-life experiences of Dave Fishwick; ‘Bank of Dave’ tells the story of how a working class Burnley man fought to set up a community bank so that he could help local businesses not only survive, but thrive. Doors open at 7pm, film starts at 7.30pm.
Our September Art Exhibition
We are delighted to be an exhibition venue as part of Northants Open Studios and Exhibitions this September. Featuring Clare Brookes, Bridget Arregger and Morgan Lloyd.
HUGE THANKS to everyone who came along to Our Late Summer Fayre
We had a great afternoon and we hope you did too! If you have any ideas about what/how we should continue/change for next year please email info@buckbylibraryhub.org. Thank you!! Well done to our lucky Raffle Winners:
- 26 Pink ~ Linda N
- 332 Pink ~ Jeremy H
- 218 Green ~Molly H
- 648 Orange ~ Linda B
- 531 White ~ Brenda R
- 66 Green ~ Sue M
- 574 Orange ~ Judith L
- 716 White ~ Max B
Our HUGE THANKS go to
The National Lottery Community Fund who have awarded us a grant to secure the future of our part-time manager position for the next four years. This will support us in further developing what we do and creating lots more for our local communities and everyone who supports us.
Summer Reading Challenge 2023
This year’s Challenge launches on 8th July and will run throughout the school holidays.
NAB Mobile Sight Centre
NAB, Northamptonshire’s local sight loss charity, will be in our car park on Tuesday 12th September from 2pm to 4pm. Their Mobile Sight Centre provides a free, informal, drop-in service for visually impaired people, their loved ones, carers and friends.
DID YOU KNOW?
You can now become a library member by completing an online form? Just click on the Join Our Library tab on the right or above under Services, read all about the benefits of joining and click on the link to access the form.
DID YOU KNOW?
We have our very own bookmarks for sale in the Library. Two superb designs by David Cadd featuring the Market Square. For all who delight in the paper book !!
Two fascinating sessions coming up for children
We are delighted to be offering two free sessions in collaboration with STEM Ambassador Hub East Midlands and Northampton University. For ages 3-10 years, please contact us here at the library to book a place, numbers will be limited. Coming next on 10th August. Read more for details..