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Gloucestershire Libraries are inviting the community to take part in Greener Together Week to inspire people to lead a lower carbon lifestyle.

The week will be a celebration of sustainable living and aims to inspire individuals and local communities to adopt practical steps towards leading a greener lifestyle.

It will include author visits, promotion of the ‘Greener Together’ book collection and an opportunity to have your say on plans to develop outdoor spaces at two libraries. Events are taking place from Saturday 16 March to Saturday 23 March 2024 and advance booking is required. Customers can book online via the online catalogue or in person by visiting any council library.

Adult and teen events:

Embrace the journey towards a sustainable lifestyle by joining a series of enlightening author events. These thought-provoking sessions, featuring renowned authors Kate Hughes, John Walker, Milli Proust, Claudi Williams, and Jen Gale, offer unique insights into environmental exploration, veganic gardening, floral arranging, waste reduction and sustainable living. For details see the online catalogue.

Children and family events:

Two acclaimed children’s authors, Clara Anganuzzi and Holly Webb, will be captivating young audiences with interactive and artistic events. These engaging sessions promise to inspire children to explore their creativity while promoting a love for the environment.

Clara Anganuzzi:

Saturday March 16, 10.30am – 11.30am at Cinderford Library

Saturday March 16, 12.30pm – 1.30pm at Coleford Library

Holly Webb:

Saturday March 22, 4pm – 5pm at Quedgeley Library

Launching projects with Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust

Gloucestershire Libraries are working alongside the team at Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust to develop the outdoor spaces at Hesters Way and Newent Libraries. Two community engagement events will be held to explore ideas and possibilities for making the library gardens as green, eco and sustainable as possible. Free refreshments will be provided and everyone is welcome.

  • Saturday 16 March, 11am to 1pm at Hesters Way Library
  • Saturday 23 March, 11am to 1pm at Newent Library

Browse the Greener Together collection

Whether you're actively seeking change or wanting to learn more about climate change, the 'Greener Together' collection in libraries has something for everyone. Search for it on the catalogue or discover the digital stock available in eBook and eAudio formats.

“Greener Together Week is a great opportunity to take practical steps towards leading a greener, lower carbon lifestyle. Gloucestershire Libraries are hosting a variety of free events during the week and also offer a comprehensive range of items to borrow in the Greener Together collection, so I would encourage everyone to take a look at what is on offer.”
Cllr Dave Norman, cabinet member for libraries