Library events
Saturday 7 October – Talk by Ian and Ros Mercer, authors of 'Essex Rock' at East Tilbury library.
What's on at your library
Library opening times
All libraries except Corringham library will be closed on Tuesday 31 October due to staff training. We apologise for any inconvenience. You can still order and renew library items online.
Aveley library is open for self-service from 10am to 5pm on Wednesdays.
Activities and events
Thurrock libraries and volunteers provide a wide range of regular activities and special events.
Groups and clubs
Groups and clubs that meet regularly in Thurrock libraries include:
- Adult reading groups
- Audiobook clubs
- Children's reading groups
- Colour Me Calm groups
- Craft clubs
- Games clubs
- Knit and natter groups
- Rhyme time
- Social groups
- Story corner
You can also try learning at your library or get help with applications at your library.
Special events
Special events at libraries can include talks by authors, storytelling shows for children, book festivals and much more. Check these web pages or visit your local library to find out what's on.
Every summer we invite children to take part in the Children's Summer Reading Challenge.
We also organise book sales from time to time.
Be a volunteer
We offer a range of opportunities for anyone interested in volunteering with Thurrock libraries.