World Autism Acceptance Month in April is an opportunity for everyone to come together and raise awareness, foster acceptance and create a society where autistic people are supported, understood and empowered.
The National Autistic Society websitehas resources
for schools to help pupils learn about autism and celebrate diversity. You can
also find workplace resources to support an inclusive work environment. There
are examples of how you can show your supportto an autistic person at
school, at work, or in a public place.
Cambridgeshire Libraries offer a range of books about
autism, many written by authors with lived experience. Discover through books
characters that you can relate to, or how it feels being an autistic person. Visit
our online catalogueand type “autism” or “autistic” in the search bar
to view the list.
World Book Night
World Book Night is on 23 April this year - how will you celebrate?
It’s a great excuse to share your love of
reading, especially during the National Year of Reading! You could gather with friends to share book recommendations; enjoy
a silent reading party; or post a picture of yourself reading on social media
to encourage others to get into a good book.
In St Neots, the library is bringing a free World Book Night event to the
Citizen Hub, 6-8pm. Chat about books and reading, then enjoy being read to in a
Read a Little Aloud session. Find out more here: St Neots
Library World Book Night Event — Library.Live
Wisbech Library has a special late opening on 23 April, 6-8pm. If you struggle to get to the library in normal opening hours,
here’s a chance to look around, enjoy some free refreshments and find out what
the library has to offer. The first 35 customers will receive a free book to
keep! Wisbech
Library World Book Night – Library.Live
Cambridgeshire All-Ages Carers Strategy
Are you an unpaid carer supporting a family member or
friend? Or do you work with unpaid carers? Cambridgeshire County Council would
like to hear your views.
The Cambridgeshire All- Age Carers Strategy 2022-2026was co-produced with unpaid carers across the county, alongside health and
social care professionals, with a shared commitment to improving unpaid carers’
lives. Since the Strategy was launched, unpaid carers are
experiencing increasing pressures. It is important to refresh the Strategy to
ensure it remains relevant, effective and responsive to the challenges carers
face today.
Your insights will help the Council understand what is
working, identify where improvements can be made, and shape a refreshed
strategy that meets carers’ needs.
Two
opportunities to enjoy a fascinating foray into the brilliantly absurd world of
bestselling author Jasper Fforde, creator of The Eyre Affair and other
joyfully genre-blending satires.
Both events are on Wednesday 15 April, books will be available to purchase at each event.
We’re thrilled to welcome multi-award-winning crime writer Belinda Bauer
to discuss her intriguing historical mystery The Impossible Thing.
Belinda will be in conversation with fellow crime author Alison Stockham.
Our Cambridgeshire Reads and Listens collection brings you a wide range of books to borrow in eBook and eAudiobook format. Available for multiple use, they're great for reading groups and workplace reads.
Each month the selection of adult, young adult and children's titles are refreshed - they're available to borrow over a 60-day period. Try the link to look at this month's offerings.
We have three titles available as Reads:
The Scene of the Crime by Lynda La Plante, Heart the Lover by Lily King and Wild by Kristin Hannah
Katabasis by R.F. Kuang, One of Us by Elizabeth Day, Belsay by L.J. Ross, Universality by Natasha Brown, The Scene of the Crime by Lynda La Plante, Heart the Lover by Lily King, Wild by Kristin Hannah and The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins
Code Club is returning to Cambridge Central Library on Saturday 25
April! If you're between the ages of 7-17, you’re invited to come along and
learn how to code or work on your own projects with support from our
volunteers. Code Club is free and runs every other Saturday during term time
(10:30-11:30am) in our EverySpace area on the third floor.
If you’re interested in becoming a Code Club volunteer, we would love to
hear from you too. Find out more on our Volunteering with Libraries page.
International Children's Book Day
This year, for International
Children's Book Day, the theme is around “Plant
stories and the world will bloom” recognising the value of
stories, books, and reading and their potential to improve the world.
Borrowing
a book from your library is an environmentally friendly way to find out about our
beautiful world and the challenges it faces.
Central Library Closure for Staff Training
On Monday 13 April, Cambridge Central Library will be closed from 9.30am
to 2pm for staff training. We will re-open in the afternoon as usual from 2pm till 6pm.
Our other libraries will be open as usual that morning: Milton Road and Rock Road libraries will be open from 9am, and the Clay
Farm Centre library from 9.30am.
Take an action or make a pledge for Earth Day, 22 April 2026 - and for even greater impact, let other people know. Visit the Earth Day website for simple environmental
actions and ways to inspire others to do something positive for the planet.
Why not pledge to share resources with your community by using
your library even more and encouraging others to join? Or check out our Climate
Change, Energy and Environmentbook collection online!
Stephen Lawrence Day
April 22 is Stephen Lawrence Day.This day commemorates Stephen Lawrence, who was murdered in a racist attack in 1993.
Cambridgeshire Libraries offer a range of books and other resources to
learn more about the lasting impact of racism and other forms of discrimination.
These include the Mark My Words collection of eight
titles by Black authors selected by the Universal Music Group and The Reading
Agency, including fiction, non-fiction, and children’s and YA titles. Look for
them at your local library or reserve them online.
