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<h2 class="text-center py-4" style="text-align: center;">New resources, events and more</h2>
<h3 class=" p-3" style="text-align: center;">Discover the newest resources, latest events and more.</h3>
<p class="col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 p-2" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/childrens/featherbed-tales/"><img class="rounded w-75" src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDPREP_ed82b600-6acb-49f8-af80-7a033977c2df_637956451594679574/public" alt="Featherbed Tales logo" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/childrens/featherbed-tales/"><em><strong>Featherbed tales</strong></em></a> - our free digital story sharing service. Click the logo to learn more.</span></p>
<div class="col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 p-2" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/childrens/ivox/"><img class="rounded w-75" src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDPREP_ed82b600-6acb-49f8-af80-7a033977c2df_637956451617589626/public" alt="IVOX moving books logo" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/childrens/ivox/"><em><strong>IVOX</strong></em> </a>- Children&rsquo;s book app for ages 3-8, which delights curious young minds</span></div>

<div class="col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 p-2" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/information/biographical-historical-and-family-history/"><img class="rounded w-75" src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDPREP_ed82b600-6acb-49f8-af80-7a033977c2df_637956451664085572/public" alt="Find my Past icon" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/information/biographical-historical-and-family-history/"><em><strong>Find my Past</strong></em></a> - research extensive birth records, census data, obituaries and more with Findmypast.</div>
<div class="col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 p-2" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/information/biographical-historical-and-family-history/"><img class="rounded w-75" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDPREP_ed82b600-6acb-49f8-af80-7a033977c2df_637956451684913817/public" alt="British paper archive icon" /></a><br /><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/information/biographical-historical-and-family-history/"><em><strong>British Newspaper Archive</strong></em></a> - Whether you are a researcher, historian or you simply want to know more about Britain's history.</div>
<div class="col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 p-2" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://forms.office.com/e/hzXVxqfiGZ" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="rounded w-75" src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDPREP_ed82b600-6acb-49f8-af80-7a033977c2df_637956451703842247/public" alt="Resident event survey icon" /></a><br /><br />Would you like to give feedback on our <em><strong>Activties and Events</strong></em>?</div>
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<p>Other reading resources can be found on the <a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/information/art-literature-and-music">Art, Literature and music</a> section.</p>

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<h3>Information and terms of hire</h3>
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<p>For bookings at Council operated community centres, special rates are available for start-up and community groups. To find out if you&rsquo;re eligible, register online using the forms links below.</p>
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<li>A 10% discount will also be applied for block bookings of eight or more consecutive weeks. If you would like to make an ongoing booking,&nbsp;please contact your local Community Neighbourhood team.&nbsp;</li>
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<li>A &pound;50 refundable deposit fee must be paid for hiring a meeting room or &pound;250 for hiring a hall.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
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<p><a href="https://forms.office.com/e/msnjYrwAek" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Start-up group registration form</a> (will open in new window)&nbsp; <img src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDEMEA_cc3991d3-efc2-4b9d-9b43-c0b23032672e_638047162154083581/public" width="28" height="26" /></p>
<p>Start-Up Hire (only available for 12 months)&nbsp;<br />&bull; A group or organisation that meets the requirements for community hire but has existed for less than 12 months&nbsp;<br />&bull; A group or organisation that meets the requirements for community hire but are piloting a new activity&nbsp;<br />&bull; An organisation who does not charge participants to join their group or session on the day of booking</p>
<p><a href="https://forms.office.com/e/N8pLqnYEZW" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Community group registration form</a> (will open in new window)&nbsp; <img src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDEMEA_cc3991d3-efc2-4b9d-9b43-c0b23032672e_638047162154083581/public" width="28" height="26" /></p>
<p>Community Hire&nbsp;<br />&bull; An organisation registered with the Charities Commission, or in the process of becoming registered, and the proposed activity/events delivers Newham&rsquo;s &lsquo;Towards a Better Newham&rsquo; priorities, specifically those laid out in the 8 pillars and/or local neighbourhood priorities&nbsp;<br />&bull; A voluntary, resident or community group that is delivering an activity/event, which delivers Newham&rsquo;s &lsquo;Towards a Better Newham&rsquo; priorities, specifically those laid out in the 8 pillars and/or local neighbourhood priorities&nbsp;<br />&bull; An organisation who does not charge participants to join their group or session on the day of booking</p>
<p><a href="https://forms.office.com/e/CYMaf01Jyt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Faith group registration form</a> (will open in new window)&nbsp; <img src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDEMEA_cc3991d3-efc2-4b9d-9b43-c0b23032672e_638047162154083581/public" width="28" height="26" /></p>
<p>Faith Hire&nbsp;<br />&bull; Where the purpose of the room hire involves communal worship, prayer, act or celebration of faith and / or where there is a congregation that marks a significant religious event / festival.&nbsp;<br />&bull; This does not include private celebrations / parties aligned to a religious life event which will be charged at the private rate.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>If you are looking for somewhere to hire in Newham which is approved for civil marriages or partnership ceremonies, go to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.newham.gov.uk/business-licensing-regulation/civil-marriage-civil-partnership-venue-licence/1" target="_self">Civil marriage and partnerships venue licence page.</a>&nbsp;</p>

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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>More than just a catalogue</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><br />Welcome to Newham&rsquo;s Digital portal. Take a training course, read an eMagazine, download an e-graphic novel, look at Library events, read a newspaper, search family history, get help with Citizenship, Homework or your Driving test and much more.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">We hope you enjoy using it, however, if for now you wish to carry on using the previous library catalogue, click the following link - <a href="https://llc.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/newham/?rm=NEWHAM0%7C%7C%7C1%7C%7C%7C2%7C%7C%7Ctrue">Return to current catalogue</a> (will open in current window). Please note access to the previous catalogue will eventually be discontinued.</p>

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<h2 class="text-center py-4" style="text-align: center;">Quick Links</h2>
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<p class="col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 p-2" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/reading/emagazines"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDEMEA_ed82b600-6acb-49f8-af80-7a033977c2df_638360994980603389/public" alt="Link to borrow e magazines" height="65" /></a>&nbsp;</p>
<p class="col-xl-2 col-lg-3 col-md-4 col-sm-6 p-2" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/reading/ebook-eaudio"><img src="https://imagedelivery.net/oK4LF9ZyGMZuLOsFKpvm7A/SDEMEA_ed82b600-6acb-49f8-af80-7a033977c2df_638360995227327132/public" alt="borrow e audio and e books" height="65" /></a>&nbsp;</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Events Search</strong>&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Visit the Events platform to use the advanced search that will help you find specific events. <a href="https://newham.events.mylibrary.digital/" target="_blank" class="external-link" rel="noopener">Visit the Events Platform</a>&nbsp;(will open in new window)</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Whether you're an avid reader, a volunteer, a student, or simply curious about what's happening in our vibrant library community, our <strong>newsletter </strong>is your gateway to staying informed. To stay updated on all the latest news, events, and resources from your Newham Library click here &ndash; <strong><a href="https://mailchi.mp/newham/find-out-about-new-events-and-opportunities-at-newham-libraries" target="_blank" class="external-link" rel="noopener">mailing list form</a></strong> (opens in a new window)</p>
<p style="text-align: left;">Benefits include:<br />&bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>Exclusive updates</strong>: Be the first to know about upcoming events, author talks, workshops, and exhibitions happening at our libraries.<br />&bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>Looking to volunteer?</strong> Join the list to learn when we have opportunities available.<br />&bull; &nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>Community highlights:</strong> Discover what other arts and culture events around Newham Council.</p>

<h2>Book a venue in Newham</h2>
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<p>Browse a variety of venues and book rooms and halls available at our community centres and libraries for parties, meetings, conferences and memorable events.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Forest Gate Library interactive virtual tour</strong><br /><strong>On mobile devices</strong>, click on the <strong>back button</strong> of your browser to return to Newham library website</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Need to book Forest Gate Libraries function rooms, use <a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/room-hire/forest-gate-library/information-booking">Forest Gate Room and hire information</a> &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Greater London Authority Elections will take place on Thursday 2nd May 2024 and <strong>Manor Park Library will be a polling station for the day</strong>. Library services will resume from Friday 3rd May.</p>
<p>You can visit the following neighbouring libraries to gain access to the library services:</p>
<ul>
<li>East Ham Library, 328 Barking Rd, London E6 2RT</li>
<li>Forest Gate Library, Woodgrange Rd, London E7 0QH</li>
<li>Green Street Library, 337-341 Green St, London E13 9AR</li>
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<p>For further information or any queries, please call Manor Park Library on 0203 373 0858 or email us: <a href="mailto:CN.ManorPark@newham.gov.uk" aria-invalid="true">CN.ManorPark@newham.gov.uk</a></p>

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<h3 style="text-align: center;">Plaistow Library interactive virtual tour</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;">On <strong>mobile devices</strong>, click on the <strong>back button</strong> of your browser to return to Newham library website</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Need to book Plaistow Libraries function room. Use <a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/room-hire/plaistow-library/venue-information">Community Room 1 hire</a></p>

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<h3 style="text-align: center;">Stratford Library interactive virtual tour</h3>
<p style="text-align: center;">On <strong>mobile devices</strong>, click on the <strong>back button</strong> of your browser to return to Newham library website</p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Need to book Stratford Libraries function room. Use <a href="https://newham.mylibrary.digital/digital-content/room-hire/stratford-libraryhopkins-room/information-booking">Hopkins Room hire</a></p>

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<h3 style="text-align: center;"><strong>Library Branch information</strong></h3>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>NOTE: The Greater London Authority Elections will take place on Thursday 2nd May 2024 and&nbsp;<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Manor Park Library will be a polling station for the day</span>. Library services will resume from Friday 3rd May.</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Need to Book a PC, click link '<a href="https://bookapc.newham.gov.uk/" target="_blank" aria-invalid="true" rel="noopener">Book a PC</a>' (link will open in a new browser window)</strong></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Please be aware the Fines amnesty will be coming to an end on 31st March. Please remember to always return items </strong><strong>or&nbsp;</strong><strong>renew eligible items </strong><strong>on or before their due dates to avoid overdue fines.&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>For detailed Library information, please go to <a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/libraries/find-a-library">Find a Library | Libraries | Newham Libraries</a> link or click on the Library name.</p>
<p>Please be aware the Fines amnesty will be coming to an end on 31st March. Please remember to always renew or return items on or before their due dates to avoid overdue fines.&nbsp; For change to fines, please click <a href="https://libraries.newham.gov.uk/digital-content/libraries/fees-charges">'Fees and Charges 2024'</a></p>
<p>All our libraries provide residents with a great selection of books, activities and support.&nbsp;</p>

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<p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Please be aware the Fines amnesty will be coming to an end on 31st March. Please remember to always return items </strong><strong>or&nbsp;</strong><strong>renew eligible items </strong><strong>on or before their due dates to avoid overdue fines.</strong></p>

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<p>Please be aware the Fines amnesty will be coming to an end on 31st March. Please remember to always renew or return items on or before their due dates to avoid overdue fines. Thank you.</p>

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