Enjoy reading
Every library has a collection of great reads for teenagers and young adults.
Computers and wifi to use for games or studying.
eBooks, eMagazines and eReference to access remotely.
View our recommended reads for a new adventure, or prize winning young adult books to loan.
Regular after school help sessions:
- run by staff and trained volunteers
- for ages 8 to 18
- help with Maths, English, Science, reading or other project work
- no need to book a place just drop in
We have free resources to use in the library for doing homework including books, stationery, calculators, protractors, computers, online reference books and printing.
Homework Help sessions are open during term time only, but don’t forget there are friendly staff to help with homework whenever the library is open.
| Aspley | Wednesdays 3.30pm to 5.30pm |
| Dales Centre | Mondays 3.30pm to 5.30pm |
| Hyson Green | Fridays 4pm to 5.30pm |
| Meadows | Mondays and Fridays 3.30pm to 5.30pm |
| St Ann's Valley Centre | Fridays 3.45pm to 5.30pm |
Discover coding for Twine games. Create characters, settings and plots.
Roleplaying game groups for people aged from 11 to 25 in 5 libraries:
Nottingham Central
St Ann’s Valley
Bulwell Riverside
Clifton
Aspley
Check out our Storysmash gaming cabinets in the libraries above. Play free Twine games from professional developers and those created in previous Twine sessions.
Website: www.storysmash.co.uk
Email: storysmash@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
Twitter: https://twitter.com/StorysmashUK
Nottingham Young Writers' Group
For ages 11-15 years
Join this fun and friendly young writers group, where you'll get to explore different types of writing and share your ideas with a professional writer. From poetry to play writing, lyrics to stories, fairy tales to flash fiction, we have plenty of opportunities for you to try something new and be creative.
Come and take part in Nottingham Young Writers fortnightly at Nottingham Central Library, Saturday's 10am-12pm. For ages 11 to 15 years.
For more information and to register visit Writing East Midlands website or contact info@writingeastmidlands.co.uk
Reading Well for young people recommends expert endorsed books about mental health. Selected titles with advice and information for 13 to 18 year olds on issues like anxiety, stress and OCD, and difficult experiences like bullying and exams.
The books have all been recommended by young people and health professionals, and are available to borrow for free from public libraries.
More resources
- View our library catalogue to search for new and favourite books
- Listen online and borrow books remotely through our digital services
- Need a reference? Check our e-reference resources for more
Duke of Edinburgh placement
Libraries are keen to support young people working towards their Bronze and Silver awards.
We can accommodate one young person per library at a time so cannot always guarantee a placement. To apply please download and complete the Duke of Edinburgh Application Form
Or get in touch via email for more information:library.volunteer@nottinghamcity.gov.uk
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