Poetry, sketches and family history workshops are all part of Leighton Buzzard Library’s celebration of World Book Night on Monday evening (April 23).
World Book Night is a nationwide celebration of reading, recommending and giving books which sees tens of thousands of volunteers share their love of reading.
Leighton Buzzard Library is joining in the fun by giving out free books from the list of 25 specially chosen and printed World Book Night editions. There will also be poetry readings, a short sketch by Totternhoe Players, quizzes, sessions on family history and refreshments. The library will stay open until 8pm for the special event.
Councillor Brian Spurr at Central Bedfordshire Council, said: “Our libraries are at the very heart of our reading communities and it is fantastic that Leighton Buzzard library is able to support World Book Night in this way.
“If you can’t make it along we would encourage you to pass on or recommend a book to inspire less frequent readers or those who are part of communities with less access to books, bookshops and libraries.”
Leighton Buzzard Library’s participation in World Book Night is organised by The Reading Agency, the reader development agency for libraries’ work with readers.