Library events

Events and activities that take place in the borough libraries.

Visit our Library Clubs page for regular activities in our libraries.

Please also see our Employment Support Events page.

Alice in Wonderland Exhibition

Cox Green Library

June 2026.

With kind permission from Pan Macmillan, the original publisher of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, 24 iconic illustrations drawn by Sir John Tenniel for the original stories by Lewis Carroll have been specially reproduced for display, and presented in a walk-through gallery for inside each library. 

No booking is required; residents can drop-in during normal library opening hours.

Cox Green Library will be hosting the Alice in Wonderland exhibition until Monday 29 June 2026. The exhibition will then travel to Ascot Library for July and Windsor Library for August.

Saturday Lego volunteer and Sunday Coding Session volunteer needed

Dedworth Library

Please email volunteers.library@rbwm.gov.uk for more information.

Free Python Programming sessions for mixed abilities

Maidenhead Library

  • Saturday 13 June 2026, 11am - midday.
  • Saturday 20 June 2026, 11am - midday.
  • Saturday 27 June 2026, 11am - midday.
  • Saturday 4 July 2026, 11am - midday.

For ages 14 years upwards - Adults included.

Basic programming experience is desirable. Attendance for all sessions is advised.

Booking necessary as spaces are limited. Please speak to Maidenhead Library staff or email maidenhead.library@rbwm.gov.uk 

Reminiscence Coffee Morning - Dementia Friendly

Windsor Library

Next meet up on Friday 19 June 2026, 11.30am - 12.30pm and continuing third Friday of every month.

Come along for a friendly chat, a warm cuppa, and shared memories in a relaxed and supportive space. 

Whether you are living with dementia, supporting a loved one, or just looking for company - our door is open to all!

The Last Tour - David Bullock with Questions and answers

Windsor Library

Thursday 25 June 2026, 7pm.

Come along for an evening of laughter and stories with David Bullock.

Charting the highs and lows, tears and cheers, in the pursuit of a childhood dream to become a professional actor.

There will be a bar on-site, supported by Friends of RBWM Libraries.

Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.

A Private Visit to Eton College Chapel and other Historical Buildings

Sunninghill Library

Tuesday 30 June 2026, 10am.

Just 20 places are available for this exclusive guided tour of Eton College Chapel and its surrounding historic buildings.

Founded by King Henry VI, the spectacular chapel features magnificent 15th-century wall paintings rendered in a Flemish style. You will also discover its surprisingly modern vaulted roof and admire the historic stained glass that has miraculously survived the passage of time.

Led by an expert guide, this tour offers a rare glimpse inside Eton's most iconic spaces. As public access to these historic buildings is strictly limited, this is an exceptional opportunity you will not want to miss.

Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Calligraphy Workshop with Lynn

Windsor Library

Friday 26 June 2026, 2.30pm - 4.30pm.

Learn to write beautiful calligraphy with our very own calligraphy expert.

Join us at Windsor Library for a mindful session of calligraphy.

This workshop is suitable for those aged 16 and above.

Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.

Cox Green Reading Group

Cox Green Library

  • Saturday 13 June 2026, 11am - 12pm.
  • Saturday 11 July 2026, 11am - 12pm.

Author Talk with Liz Harris

Dedworth Library

Thursday 16 July 2026, 7pm - 8.30pm.

Liz Harris, the bestselling author of sweeping historical fiction and contemporary drama, is coming to Dedworth Library for an author talk.

Liz Harris writes sweeping historical fiction, emotional family sagas and contemporary romance novels.

Her work is heavily inspired by her global travels and focuses on character relationships, complex family dynamics and high-stakes drama.

Free tickets can be reserved on Eventbrite.

Summer Reading Challenge 2026 Volunteers: Recruiting now

If you are 14 years old or upwards, love reading and encouraging other young people to read, you need to volunteer for the Summer Reading Challenge! 

You will be able to use the summer to develop key skills such as communicating with people from all walks of life, time management, boosting your self-confidence, being meticulous and self-organised. 

If this is something you are interested in please email volunteers.library@rbwm.gov.uk  for details or apply via our volunteering webpage.

PCSO Surgeries

Drop in and speak to your local PSCOs about crime prevention.

Ascot Library

Monday 8 June 2026, 11am - 12pm.

Sunninghill Library

Saturday 6 June 2026, 11am - 12pm.

Windsor Library

Monday 1 June 2026, 11am - 12.30pm.

Thursday 11 June 2026, 2pm - 3.30pm.

Wednesday 17 June 2026, 2pm - 3.30pm.

Wednesday 24 June 2026, 2pm - 3.30pm.

IT help

Rhymetime

Maidenhead Library 

Every Thursday 11.30am - midday. 

Windsor Library

Every Monday 10.30am, during term time.

Storytime

Weekly:

  • Windsor Library: Thursdays 10.30am - 11am. Storytime (including crafts during the school holidays.)

Weekly (term time only):

  • Ascot Library: Wednesdays 11am. Story and Rhymetime.
  • Cox Green Library: Every Thursday 10.45am. New Story and Rhymetime (Term time only)
  • Dedworth Library: Every Tuesday 2.30pm - 3pm. Story and Rhymetime.
  • Maidenhead Library: Every Tuesday , 10.30am - 11am.
  • Windsor Library: Mondays 10.30am - 11am. Story and Rhymetime.
  • Cookham Library: Fortnightly Saturdays 10.30am. Dates are as follows: Saturday 6 June 2026, Saturday 
    Saturday 20 June 2026, Saturday 4 July 2026, Saturday 18 July 2026. Story and Rhymetime.
  • Datchet Library: Fortnightly Saturdays 11am. Dates are as follows: 20 June 2026 and 4 July 2026. Storytime and Rhymetime.
  • Sunningdale Library: Saturday 6 June 2026 and and Saturday 4 July 2026, 10.30am - 11am.

Just drop in for all of the above!

For further information, please contact us:
Address

Library services
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
St Ives Road
Maidenhead
SL6 1QU
United Kingdom