Libraries

Kensington Central Library refurbishment

• The Council's plans for creating an inspiring new environment

Important notice: Notting Hill Library

Notting Hill Gate Library has now re-opened following the recent water damage to the ceiling.

A reduced service is in operation as building work is still being carried out on the damaged areas. The library will be open the usual hours. However, some areas of the library and some of the stock are not available at present.

The weekly Baby Rhyme Time sessions have had to be temporarily suspended.

Please check the website and you will be notified as soon as sessions are re-started.

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Do you Love Libraries?

Below are some highlights of events going on in our libraries. For a full list of all our events, please see our events page, or download a complete list of library events here:

• What's on September to December 2008 [PDF file] (file size 499Kb)
• The Greatest British Monarchy Debate: The Result

Meetings, Events and Exhibitions

• Chelsea Gallery-Charles Mozley Exhibition, 17 November 2008 to 22 November 2008
  
  Abstract: Charles Mozley(1914-1991) had a rich and varied career as an artist, illustrator and graphic designer, spanning over five decades. In his early career Mozley worked for Shell and London transport before producing camouflage posters during World War II. After the war he became involved with the performing arts, designing posters, programmes and brochures, and from the late 60's worked extensively for the wine trade. Mozley also designed over 300 book jackets and illustrated around 40 books.
• Chelsea Library Reading Group, 20 November 2008
  
  Abstract: This month we will be discussing The Outcast by Sadie Jones.
• North Kensington Library Reading Group, 24 November 2008
  
  Abstract: This month we will be discussing Two Caravans by Marina Lewycka.
• Notting Hill Gate Library Reading Group, 1 December 2008
  
  Abstract: This month we will be discussing Suite Francaise by Irene Nemirovsky.
• Brompton Library Reading Group Meeting, 2 December 2008
  
  Abstract: This month we will be discussing The Painter of Battles by Arturo Perez-Reverte.

Related Information

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• What's in London's Libraries (WiLL)

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