Have fun in our libraries this Easter
We have 12 libraries in Central Bedfordshire, each hosting a variety of activities this half-term.
Find your local library, along with its address and contact details.
Pop into your local library!
Our 12 libraries are packed with fun and free activities for families this half term. From creative crafts and storytelling to special themed events, there’s something for children of all ages to enjoy. Whether you’re popping in for an activity or staying to explore books, games and resources, our libraries offer a welcoming space for everyone.
Find your nearest library and drop in to find out more about what's on next week.
On next week at...
Ampthill Library
Throughout the Easter holidays, Ampthill Library is open for crafts and lots of fun! There will be Easter egg craft and colouring sessions, games, LEGO, puzzles and Marvellous Minibeasts crafts including caterpillars, butterflies, ladybirds and snails, while stocks last.
Find out more about Ampthill Library opening times.
Barton Library
Visit Barton Library between Tuesday 31 March and Saturday 11 April to take part in a fun Easter Egg Hunt!
Other activities running next week at Barton Library include:
- Saturday 4 April, caterpillar cress craft from 9:30am to 3pm
- Tuesday 7 April, plaster Easter shapes from 9:30am to midday
- Wednesday 8 April, egg head craft session from 2pm to 5pm
- Thursday 9 April, Rice Krispie nests from 9:30am to midday
- Friday 10 April, Easter Egg dot painting from 9:30am to 5pm
- Saturday 11 April, craft mashup session from 9:30am to 3pm
Find out more about Barton Library opening times.
Biggleswade Library
Drop in next week for the following sessions:
- Saturday 4 April, Rhymetime from 11am to 3pm and bunny ears craft session from 10am to 10:30am
- Tuesday 7 April, lion craft session from 10:30am to 4pm
- Wednesday 8 April, magic drawing from 10:30am to 4pm
- Thursday 9 April, hedgehog craft session from 10:30am to 4pm
- Friday 10 April, flower paper chain craft session from 10:30am to 4pm and Read & Rhyme from 2pm to 2:30pm
- Saturday 11 April, Rhymetime from 10am to 10:30am and tuplip bunting making from 11am to 3pm
Find out more about Biggleswade Library opening times.
Dunstable Library
There is a Spring scavenger hunt running at the library from Tuesday 7 April to Monday 13 April. Other activities running next week include:
- Saturday 4 April, Easter bunny wreath and Easter scavenger hunt from 10am to 3pm
- Tuesday 7 April, flower craft session from 10am to 3pm
- Wednesday 8 April, farmyard scene cut and stick session from 10am to 3pm
- Wednesday 8 April, children’s movie night at 6.30pm, for children who are 8 years old or over. Booking is essential, please contact the library
- Thursday 9 April, frog craft from 10am to 3pm and colouring session our from 2pm to 4pm
- Friday 10 April, rainbow cloud craft session from 10am to 3pm and cartoon afternoon from 2:30pm to 3:30pm (drink and biscuits included!)
Find out more about Dunstable Library opening times.
Flitwick Library
On Friday 10 April, from 2pm, join Widdershins for The Hare and the Hedgehog: a family friendly show amongst the bookshelves. This 45 minute show is suitable for children over 4 years old. Tickets cost £5 for children and £5 for adults and are available from the library helpdesk. You can also buy tickets for the Hare and the Hedgehog online via Eventbrite (a booking fee applies).
Pop into the library next week for activities including:
- Saturday 4 April, relaxed film viewing session from 10:30am. Book your free place at the helpdesk!
- Tuesday 7 April, Easter puppet craft session
- Wednesday 8 April, Easter puppet craft session
- Thursday 9 April, unicorn craft session
- Saturday 11 April, relaxed film viewing session from 1pm film (book your free place at the helpdesk)
Find out more about Flitwick Library opening times.
Houghton Regis Library
A library scavenger hunt is running from Tuesday 31 March to Friday 10 April! Come along to be in with a chance of winning a children's prize hamper! There are two to be won: good luck!
Other activities running next week include:
- Saturday 4 April, craft session from 10am
- Tuesday 7 April, Library Eggstavaganza (Easter scavenger hunt) from 10am to 2pm, for library members aged 16 or under (a library card is needed to take part). There are prizes to be won! Plus, crafts available from 10am, while stocks last.
- Wednesday 8 April, Easter donkey craft session from 10am, while stocks last
- Thursday 9 April, Eggs in a box craft session from 10am, while stocks last
- Friday 10 April, Spring lamb craft session from 10am, while stocks last
Find out more about Houghton Regis Library opening times.
Leighton Buzzard Library
There's a 'Where's Wally?' themed treasure hunt running until Friday 10 April, with a chance to win an Easter egg in a prize draw at the end!
There’s lots more happening next week too, including:
- Saturday 4 April, LEGO, DUPLO and Sticklebricks session from 10:30am to 1:30pm, and junk modelling from 2pm to 3:30pm
- Tuesday 7 April, ladybird headband craft session from 10am to midday and Paddington Bear craft session (for children over 6 years old) from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
- Wednesday 8 April, Play-Doh session from 10am to midday and bee wristband craft session from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
- Thursday 9 April, Spring animal bookmarks from 10am to midday 2pm (this is a ticketed event, please visit the library helpdesk) and Busy Builders session from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
- Friday 10 April, pick and mix craft session from 10am to midday and giant games session from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Find out more about Leighton Buzzard Library opening times.
Potton Library
Head to the library until Saturday 11 April, to take part in a 'The Dinosaur that Pooped Easter' hunt around the Market Square!
You can also head to the library next week for the following sessions:
- Saturday 4 April, Easter chick craft session from 10am to 3.30pm
- Tuesday 7 April, Tulip field craft session from 10am to 12:30pm
- Wednesday 8 April, Hama Beads activity session from 2pm to 5pm
- Thursday 9 April, Pokemon craft session from 10am to 12:30pm
- Friday 10 April, cow craft session from 10am to 12:30pm
- Saturday 11 April, catchup crafts and LEGO from 10am to 3:30pm
Find out more about Potton Library opening times.
Sandy Library
There will be a LEGO figure hunt around the library between Tuesday 7 April and Friday 10 April.
You can also pop in next week to join in with one of these craft sessions:
- Saturday 4 April, Saturday craft session from 9am to 4pm while stocks last
- Tuesday 7 April, fuzzy art Spring flower wreath and racing car craft sessions from 9am to 4pm while stocks last
- Wednesday 8 April, wooden bee craft session and dinosaur egg craft session from 9am to 4pm while stocks last
- Thursday 9 April, make princess and dinosaur masks from 9am to 4pm while stocks last
- Friday 10 April, design a LEGO figure and decorate a dalmatian dog from 9am to 4pm while stocks last
Find out more about Sandy Library opening times.
Shefford Library
Join us next week at Shefford Library for the following craft sessions from 10am until stocks last:
- Saturday 4 April, Easter chick craft session
- Tuesday 7 April, frog craft session
- Thursday 9 April, Spring flower craft session
Find out more about Shefford Library opening times.
Stotfold Library
The library is running an Easter Egg hunt until Saturday 11 April. Can you find all 8 decorated eggs hidden around the library?
You can also pop in next week to join in with one of these sessions:
- Saturday 4 April, Pokemon club from 10am to midday, LEGO club from 10am to 3pm and Warhammer club from 1pm to 3pm
- Tuesday 7 April, Story and Rhyme Time at 10:30am and 11:15am
- Wednesday 8 April, seasonal craft session from 2pm to 5pm
- Thursday 9 April, SENsory Morning from 9.30am to 12pm
- Friday 10 April, craft session from 9am to midday and board games from 2pm to 5pm
- Saturday 11 April, Pokemon club from 10am to midday, LEGO club from 10am to 3pm and Warhammer club from 1pm to 3pm
Find out more about Stotfold Library opening times.
Toddington Library
Pop into the library next week for activities including:
- Saturday 4 April, mix and match craft session from 10am to 3pm
- Tuesday 7 April, decorate a butterfly from 10am to midday
- Wednesday 8 April, colour in a dinosaur glider from 2:30pm to 4:30pm
- Thursday 9 April, caterpillar bookmark craft session from 10am to midday
- Friday 10 April, Spring collage craft session from 10am to midday and 2:30pm to 4:30pm
- Saturday 11 April, mix and match craft session from 10am to 3pm