Sign the petition to save Stirchley Library!

Stirchley Library, along with other community libraries in Birmingham, is at risk of closure. Please sign the petition here to save Stirchley Library and other community libraries.

Birmingham City Council have now published their proposed plan to close 25 out of 35 existing community libraries and develop the remaining libraries into ‘community living rooms’. It is not yet clear which libraries would be closed nor the precise process by which the decision would be made.

The proposal would have a devastating impact on communities throughout Birmingham. Local libraries are safe and welcoming spaces for all – they provide such a …

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Thanks for showing your love for Stirchley Library!

It was lovely to see so many members of the community come along to our recent Love Your Library Day at Stirchley Library! It was a very busy and fun day attended by 150 people, with a range of free activities available to everyone. There were opportunities for people to learn more about local history and share their memories of Stirchley Library, and crafts galore! Visit our Facebook page to see some photos of some of the great art that was made on the day, including our ‘Love your Library’ bunting and bookmarks!

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Love your library day!

Save the date! This half term on Thursday 15th February Friends of Stirchley Library will be showing our wonderful Stirchley Library some love with a day of activities, including a storytelling and craft activity from Stirchley Art Room in the afternoon. More details to follow. We’re still building and planning the day, so if you would like to get involved please get in touch!

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