Summer Reading Challenge
Saturday, 5 July 2025–Saturday, 13 September 2025. 'Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors' is the enchanting theme for the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge.

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Gardening group - Balderstone Library
Every Tuesday. If you enjoy being outdoors and planting, growing a garden from scratch, join our gardening group and be part of our group.
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Learn My Way - Milnrow Library
Every Tuesday. Improve your computer and online skills. Whether you're a complete beginner or have a specific IT query, our friendly and knowledgeable tutor is always ready to help.
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Guitar and ukulele music group - Milnrow Library
Every Tuesday. Improve your guitar and ukulele skills with the help of our tutor, whether you're a complete beginner or more advanced.
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Gnome House - Balderstone Library
Join us for an enchanting time making Gnome houses.
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Summer Holiday Hive - Enchanted Forest at Spotland Library
It's Enchanted Forest week across Rochdale Borough Libraries and there are plenty of activities taking place for families to enjoy.
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Summer Holiday Hive - Enchanted Forest at Castleton Library
It's Enchanted Forest week across Rochdale Borough Libraries and there are plenty of activities taking place for families to enjoy.
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Bookstart Bear Club - Middleton Library
Every Wednesday during term time. Join Amy and Bookstart Bear for a fun session.
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Bookstart Baby - Middleton Library
Every Wednesday during term time. Join Amy and Bookstart Bear for a fun session, especially for babies up to 15 months and their parents or carers.
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Wardle Friends and Neighbours - Wardle Library
Every Wednesday. A weekly social event for people aged 50 and over. Refreshments are provided.
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Coffee and Crochet - Alkrington Library
Every Wednesday. Everyone is welcome to come along to our new crochet and knitting club.