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Welcome to our second newsletter! There's lots to tell you about.
Book Week Scotland 17-23 November
The annual celebration of books and reading this year features two author events and our first ever silent book club! Pick up the free Book Week Scotlandbook and other goodies on your library visit.
Ely Percy, the author of beloved novel Duck Feet, a coming-of-age story set in noughties Renfrewshire, chats to Scots Scriever Taylor Dyson.
- Tuesday 19 November, 4pm at Falkirk Library
- Tickets and info on the Scottish Book Trust website
Mairi Kidd's gripping novel The Specimen retells the story of notorious murders Burke and Hare, but from the perspective of the women who knew them best.
- Thursday 21 November, 7pm at Meadowbank Library
- Free tickets available on Eventbrite
Silent Book Club is for introverts, book lovers and those of us who find it tricky to set aside time to read. Bring your own book (and blanket, or anything that makes you feel comfortable) for an hour of quiet reading followed by socialising, book recommendations and browsing.
- Thursday 21 November, 3pm at Falkirk Library
- Register a free spot on Eventbrite
Book Blether festival
On Saturday 15th November at our contemporary, colourful Denny Library we’ll welcome three of Scotland’s most exciting authors - and get in a bit of early Christmas shopping.
We’ll be joined by writer of thrilling, dark, historical fiction, Kate Foster, and master of intrigue David Goodman, both of whom are Bloody Scotland Debut prize winners. Rounding out the bill is best-selling crime writer Marion Todd, whose twisty mysteries have seen her fanbase continue to grow.
Inkspot and Silverleaf Booksellers are popping up with a Christmas bookshop where you’ll be able to purchase the visiting authors’ books for signing.
Hot drinks are free and there is a tuck shop selling tasty snacks to keep book lovers fuelled up throughout the day.
Tickets for the full line up are available for just £12/10 concession from the Falkirk Leisure and Culture box office on 01324 506850 or online.
Festive events – book now
Head to the Falkirk Leisure and Culture website to book festive crafts, stories and family fun.
- We Love Christmas Library events
For grownups there’s a one-off Christmas Book Chat, where we’ll enjoy a mince pie and chat about our favourite wintry reads, with a focus on A Christmas Carol. There are copies of the book at the library. If you’d like a copy email falkirklibactivities@falkirk.gov.uk
- Falkirk Library, Saturday, 13 Dec 2025 at 1.30pm
- Book a spot on Christmas Book Chat
Remember, if you're preparing for a festive feast, or want to create some handmade magic, libraries are fully stocked with craft and cookery books.
Regular events
Regular activities continue in libraries. Adults, keep an eye out for our Memories Scotland reminiscence sessions that happen monthly in most libraries. All libraries also have craft and knitting groups, book groups, and Words for Wellbeing cuppa and chat sessions.
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Thanks for reading. See you soon!
05/11/2025