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Festivities coming up soon

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at The Old Library, and we have a great variety of activities on offer to get you into the festive spirit ; Community Winter Market- 24th November  Christmas Singalong- 12th December Christmas Grotto- 14th December...

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Cutting Strings Saturday Stage School

Cutting Strings Saturday Stage School

We're delighted that Cutting Strings Stage school will be holding their Saturday sessions at our venue. Get in touch with them to book your space starting November 9th. Ages 3-15: 9-12pm Teigan’s Tiny Group group will be from 11-12, this is for children aged 3-5....

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Shamanic Sound bath

Shamanic Sound bath

From our friends at The Raven Tree: Our next Shamanic Sound bath in Liverpool is at Lister Steps at The Old Library on Wednesday 13th November, 6.30 - 7.45 Don’t forget your pillow, mat and blanket and relax to sound bowl, shamanic drumming and gentle wind chimes in...

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Live Music in November

Live Music in November

We've got a music event for all tastes coming up in November- make sure you book your tickets in advance to reserve your seat www.tol.org.uk/event-tickets Friday 8th November- Cafe Concert with Rob Clarke Saturday 23rd November- Soul, Funk and Boogie night Friday 2th...

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Halloween 2024

Halloween 2024

We would like to thank everybody who came to our Halloween party on Saturday. Your costumes blew us away. You were all truly amazing. Special thanks to all of our amazing volunteers who work tirelessly to help put on big community events like this. A huge thank you to...

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Friends of The Old Library

Friends of The Old Library

The next meeting of the Friends of The Old Library will take place on Monday 28th October at 4pm in The Old Library. Our Friends of The Old Library group are a passionate group of volunteers who want to share their ideas and suggestions for making The Old Library an...

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Happy 4th anniversary to us!

Happy 4th anniversary to us!

Its our anniversary!!!🎂 Can you believe its been 4 years since we moved from our portacabins into the fabulous Old Library. In true Lister Steps style we used every resource available, if you remember the major roadworks on Green Lane, the fabulous team from...

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The Burner Band – what a night!

The Burner Band – what a night!

WOW! Last night we welcomed The Burner Band to The Old Library and they played an absolute storm. Country, rock 'n' roll, real good times music but with rousing lyrics championing the underdog. Thanks to everyone who came and supported live independent music. It was...

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Lister Steps nursery raises over £600 for Zoe’s Place

Lister Steps nursery raises over £600 for Zoe’s Place

Staff and children have spent this week fundraising for Zoe's Place, and have raised over £600! The team have sold cupcakes all week and held a pyjama day on Friday. The nursey also had a visit from Zoe's Place and the children gave them a card full of good luck...

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 New Mandarin Class for Kids 

 New Mandarin Class for Kids 

Exciting news! We are thrilled to announce a brand new Mandarin class starting on Saturday, 9th November led by Rosie’s Chinese.Join us for a fun and engaging learning experience where children will explore the beauty of the Mandarin language through interactive...

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Cafe Concert Series- The Burner Band

Cafe Concert Series- The Burner Band

The Burner Band are a 5 piece band from Leeds who play country, bluegrass and good old rock 'n' roll...but with their own twist. They write politically charged songs that cover mental health, murder and Liverpool's campaign to free the city of The Sun newspaper. They...

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Book Art workshop

Book Art workshop

Exciting News ! We will be having a Book Art workshop on 16th October led by @kerry.ann74 All materials will be provided! 2pm-4pm Treat yourself to learning a new skill that can impress your friends and family for the holidays ! #bookart #creative #newskill...

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Bootique Vintage and Oddities Market

Bootique Vintage and Oddities Market

We are back again with another Market !20th Oct, 3pm- 8pm, £1 EntryYour Entry ticket automatically enters you into our spooky hamper raffle. The @redcrossretail will be joining us again with more vintage clothing ...and more independent local businesses will be...

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Volunteer session success!

Volunteer session success!

We recently held two volunteer sessions; these were a great opportunity to introduce new volunteers to the organisation, give them information on volunteering opportunities available and also have the opportunity to complete a mini training session on our coffee...

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Saturday Nature Club update

Saturday Nature Club update

Sharing from our lovely residents Strengthening Wellbeing Together CIC "We receive lots of enquiries about our Saturday Nature Club and Outdoor Play sessions at Lister Steps at The Old Library - we know how much you value these events! Here is a list of our upcoming...

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New Group Alert: Drama Club!

New Group Alert: Drama Club!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Drama Club hosted at The Old Library by the talented team at Tall Ant Arts Age Groups 7-11 years 12-16 years Free Taster Session: 22nd October Check out their website to book on www.tallantarts.com Join us for engaging...

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The Archives- another successful event!

The Archives- another successful event!

Thanks to everyone who turned up to support more live local music at The Old Library on Friday night. The Reading Room was rammed full and The Archives were once again the perfect soundtrack to a great night out. Make sure you get your tickets early for the next show...

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Volunteer Open Day coming up!

Volunteer Open Day coming up!

If you want to get involved in your community and learn new skills, this is the perfect opportunity! Saturday 5th October 12-1pm The session will involve the history of our beautiful building and organisation, free snacks and drinks as well as mini Café and Admin...

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Relaxing Shamanic sound bath- 3rd October

Relaxing Shamanic sound bath- 3rd October

Relaxing Shamanic sound bath at The Old Library on Wednesday 2nd October. Drum journeying, crystal singing bowls, gongs and chimes **Experience the Power of a Shamanic Drumming Sound Bath**Drift into a realm of deep healing and transformation with our Shamanic...

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A night to remember at our Evening of Classical Piano

A night to remember at our Evening of Classical Piano

An Evening Of Classical Piano The Classical Recital was another first for us here at The Old Library and it was an absolutely awe-inspiring evening. Our beautiful candlelit Reading Room was packed out and made the perfect backdrop for a mesmerizing performance from...

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Cafe Concert Series- The Archives

Cafe Concert Series- The Archives

The Archives are our resident house band playing a mixture of old time swing, blue note classics and everything in between.Join us and immerse yourself in our friendly and welcoming atmosphere and support the upkeep of The Old Library. Tickets can be pre-purchased...

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