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The Library Challenge Don’t miss out! Discover what’s on around the county this summer and sign up now to take part.

The Library Challenge is back for another year and we’ve got a summer packed full of nature-themed activities and events across our libraries. Join us as we celebrate the Natural World — learn some new fun facts at one of our talks, enjoy a family-friendly concert, or fly like a crow at a family

  1. The Library Challenge
  2. Nature Crafts
  4. The Emperor and the Nightingale Interactive Storytime and Craft
  5. Need more inspiration? Discover more events this summer at gloslibraries.uk/events

Published: 25 July 2025

The Library Challenge

Nature Crafts
Ready to get creative this summer? Across the county, we’ll be unleashing our imagination with lots of free craft events. Come along to make your own paper bats, fish mobiles, bug hotels, slithering snakes, rockpools and dinosaurs!

Have a look to see what’s on in your area, and don’t forget that you can travel to any library in the county if you want to get exploring.
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The Emperor and the Nightingale Interactive Storytime and Craft
Enjoy a classic fairytale in a new way with dancer Marie-Louise Flexen. The narrative will be read by author, performer, and artist Steven Skinley.

Following the interactive story, each child will have the opportunity to design, make, and take home their own magical bird mask. Suitable for ages 5-10.
Stroud Library: Tuesday 29 July, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tickets: Pay what you choose
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Family Yoga Workshop with World Jungle
Come and discover your inner warrior, float like a lotus flower, or connect with your playful puppy side!

Family yoga session offering playful movements and simple breathing exercises, suitable for children and parents alike.
Tetbury Library: Tuesday 5 July, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuffley Library: Thursday 7 July, 2:30 – 4:30 PM
Bishops Cleeve Library: Monday 4 July, 2:30 – 4:30 PM SOLD OUT
Tickets: Pay what you choose
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Museum on Wheels
The Museum on Wheels is rolling in! This mobile museum experience is part of Cheltenham’s BIG Museum Project, and it’s your chance to help shape the future of The Wilson – Cheltenham’s museum and art gallery.

Get up close with fascinating objects from The Wilson’s collection — pick them up, explore their stories, and discover Cheltenham’s hidden gems.
Coming to Cheltenham Library, Charton Kings Library, Up Hatherley Library, Bishops Cleeve Library and Prestbury Library.
See more details »

Need more inspiration? Discover more events this summer at gloslibraries.uk/events
If you have booked for an event and later discover that you cannot attend, please cancel your reservation so that someone else may take your place.

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