Library of Birmingham Reader Services @BhamLibReader
Based in the Library of Birmingham we hold an extensive collection of books, journals and information. For Enquiries: [email protected] birmingham.gov.uk/libraries Birmingham Joined November 2019-
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The next in-person Book Chat will take place on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 11:30-12:30 p.m. in the Well Being Zone. @LibraryofBham #BookTwitter
We're lighting up @LibraryofBham purple for World Alzheimer's Day TODAY Sunday 21 September 💜 World Alzheimer’s Month is a global campaign held every September to raise awareness and challenge the stigma surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Find out more…
🎄 Get ready to sleigh the festive season! 🎄 ❄️ Birmingham’s iconic Frankfurt Christmas Market returns to the city centre on Saturday, 1st November 2025! 🎁 Recruitment is officially open for a wide range of part time and full time roles! ✨ 📍 Find out more and apply at…
Next week marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah ─ the Jewish New Year. Visit the library for a wide selection of books and an opportunity to learn more. @LibraryofBham #RoshHashanah
Library of Birmingham launches a new print system for public computers from Monday 22nd September. birmingham.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus…
Birmingham Heritage Week will take place from September 12 to 21. Discover the city's history and its transformation. @LibraryofBham #HeritageMonth2025
Today is National Suicide Prevention Day. Come to the library to explore books on mental health, suicide prevention, and healing. We have put a selection of books and resources in the Wellbeing area on the ground floor. @LibraryofBham #NationalSuicidePreventionDay
Book Club Day UK happens on 11th September. Join our Book Chat group for a chance to talk about your favourite books and connect with fellow book lovers. Meetings take place in the Wellbeing Zone once every 4 weeks on a Saturday from 11:30-12:30 pm. @LibraryofBham #BookClubDayUK
Throwback to a time when damaging a book had serious consequences. We found an old library instruction hidden inside a book with this message. @LibraryofBham #BookLovers #LibraryHistory
No symptoms. No warning. High blood pressure, aka the silent killer, can cause heart attacks, strokes & dementia. 🩺 Check with the FREE Health Monitor @LibraryofBham Wellbeing Zone Questions? Our friendly experts will be there 4 Sep 11am – 3pm #KnowYourNumbers @BloodPress_UK
September reading campaign: Susie Dent, Guilty by Definition. Install BorrowBox & use your library membership to download your free e-book or audio loan. #birminghamreadstogether @BorrowBox #BookTwitter @LibraryofBham @susie_dent
Some of our art books are stored in the stacks and available to view on request. You can make requests in person at the Level 2 customer service desk. @LibraryofBham
Today marks 80 years since VJ (Victory in Japan) Day and the end of World War II. To mark the anniversary, @LibraryofBham will be lit up red, white and purple in remembrance of those who served in the Far East and Pacific. 1/2
A good food book isn’t just about recipes──it’s about culture, memory, and the quiet magic of a shared meal. Our current display on the upper terrace features food-inspired books as part of the Big Tasty Read campaign. #BigTastyRead @readingagency @bbcarts @LibraryofBham
The next in-person Book Chat will take place on Saturday, August 02, 2025, from 11:30-12:30 p.m. in the Well Being Zone. @LibraryofBham #BookTwitter
We are currently processing new books. Visit our online catalogue or stop by the library to browse books. @LibraryofBham #BookTwitter
We'll be lighting up @LibraryofBham purple tonight for #WorldHepatitisDay. Find out more👇 1/2
Got questions about Hepatitis? 📅 Monday 28 July 10am - 1pm 📍 Library of Birmingham The Hepatitis C Trust will be there to answer your questions and share how to get tested for #WorldHepatitisDay. No appointment needed — come and say hi! @HepatitisCTrust #GetTested
Summer is the perfect time to read books from your must-read book list. @LibraryofBham #BookTwitter

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