Shoreditch Library

Plan your visit

Regular groups, activities & events

  • Two toddler girls point at a book. One wears a pink top with flowers on it and her hair in bunches. The other wears a white jumper and has dark hair.

    Stories & Rhymes

    Tuesdays
    11am—12pm

    Join our librarians for a fun, interactive session with books and songs for babies, toddlers and their adults. No need to book, just turn up.

  • A young woman sits at her laptop in a library

    Digital Buddies

    Tuesdays during term time 12pm—2pm
    Wednesdays during term time 10am—12pm

    If you struggle with your phone, laptop or computer, come along for help and advice with any digital issue. No need to book, just turn up.

    Please note the last Wednesday session will be on 3 December 2025, resuming on 7 January 2026.

  • A person holding open a book

    Shoreditch Book Club

    First Tuesday of the month
    6pm—7pm

    Join us to discuss books and find your next read! Pick up a copy of next month’s choice at the welcome desk. No need to book, just turn up.

  • A black and white photo of people seated in a cinema wearing 3D style glasses

    Classic Film Club

    Second Tuesday of the month
    2.30pm—4.30pm

    Join us to enjoy an old Hollywood film with a cup of tea! No need to book, just turn up.

  • National Theatre at the Library Film Club

    Last Tuesday of the month
    2.30pm—5pm

    Join us each month for screenings from the National Theatre Collection. No need to book, just turn up.

    Please note: there will not be a screening in December

  • Primary school age children lying in a row smiling and reading books

    Chatterbooks

    Last Tuesday of the month
    4.30pm—6pm

    Join us at the library to talk about books, meet new people and discover your next favourite read! Open to children aged 8 to 12. No need to book, just turn up. No need to book, just turn up.

  • A Black woman with dark straight hair wears a grey jumper and gesticulates, as if instructing a group of people

    Hackney Black Women Writers’ Group

    Last Tuesday of the month
    6pm—7.30pm

    Hosted by Lisa Ogun’, these supportive sessions are for African and African-Caribbean women looking to hone their writing skills and share their voices. No need to book, just turn up.

  • Hands knitting a red scarf

    Knit & Natter

    Wednesdays
    11am—12pm

    Drop in any time and bring along your own project, or try out our needles and wool. All levels welcome. No need to book, just turn up.

  • A room in a library with primary school age children seated around a table. On the table are several pens and pieces of paper. Two adults stand over them in the background.

    Homework Club

    Years 4, 5 and 6: Wednesdays during term time 4pm—5pm
    Years 1, 2 and 3: Fridays during term time 4pm—5pm

    Join us for help with your homework. We also offer Maths and English worksheets. No need to book, just turn up.

  • Two people sitting down facing each other in a library

    Hackney Energy Advice Team Drop-in

    Second Wednesday of the month
    2.30pm—4.30pm

    Regular drop-in sessions to support residents who are experiencing financial difficulties. No need to book, just turn up.

    Upcoming dates: 10 December | 14 January 2026 | 11 February | 11 March

  • Multi coloured playing pieces on a playing board

    Board Games Club

    Thursdays
    4pm—5pm

    We have a variety of games – play your favourite or try something new! Open to any skill level. All ages, best for ages 5+. No need to book, just turn up.

  • Lego Club

    Saturdays
    2pm—3.30pm

    Join our friendly Lego club and see where your imagination takes you! Best for ages 6+. No need to book, just turn up.

  • A pair of hands appear to be holding a small pair of craft pliers, adjusting some jewellery or a piece of metal

    Crafternoon

    Every other Saturday
    3pm—4.30pm

    Bring your small craft projects to this informal and friendly group. Suitable for adults of all skill levels. No need to book, just turn up.

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Information

Open times

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu: 10am—8pm
Fri: 10am—6pm
Sat: 10am—5pm
Sun: Closed

Website

Hackney.gov.uk

Address

Shoreditch Library
80 Hoxton St
N1 6LP

Get in touch

020 8356 4351

shoreditch.library@hackney.gov.uk