Reading & Libraries
Kirkby-in-Ashfield Library Celebrates its 60th Birthday
Kirkby-in-Ashfield Library will celebrate the 60th anniversary of its opening on Thursday 1 October, 10.30am – 12pm with a special event.
Published on 29th September 2026
What's On
Inspire's Worksop Library hosts a fun palace for the day!
This autumn, Worksop Library will host its ninth Fun Palace event, with FREE drop-in activities designed to encourage people of all ages to engage with arts, science and culture. Join in the fun on Saturday 3 October.
Published on 28th September 2026
Arts & Culture
Nottinghamshire crafters stitch hundreds of children’s Story Snugglers together for 10th Inspire Charity Knitting Challenge
Nottinghamshire crafters stitch hundreds of children’s Story Snugglers together for 10th Inspire Charity Knitting Challenge
Published on 24th September 2026
Inspire
Celebrating a decade of Inspire at our AGM 2026
All members are invited to book a free ticket to join us at our 2026 AGM online or in-person at Arnold Library.
Published on 23rd September 2026
Reading & Libraries
Celebrate wonderful words this autumn at the Inspire Poetry Festival
Inspire Poetry Festival returns to libraries across Nottinghamshire this autumn, from Thursday 24 September until Thursday 1 October. A celebration of wonderful words, the festival brings together new and established voices to share their skills through performances, workshops and more.
Published on 17th September 2026
Be Inspired
Inspire launches survey in commitment to inclusion and accessibility
Have your say and help us make Inspire even more inclusive for everyone!
Published on 14th September 2026
College (16-24)
Amazing success for Inspire College as GCSE students collect their resit results
Congratulations to the Class of 2026!
Published on 20th August 2026
Adult Learning
Our Autumn Term Adult Learning Course Guide is Here!
And it's packed with fabulous new courses for you to book for autumn!
Published on 17th August 2026
Inspire
Nottinghamshire Day 2026 with Inspire
Celebrate our county's rich history and culture this Nottinghamshire Day with craft workshops, exhibitions, heritage courses and more.
Published on 6th August 2026
Adult Learning
Celebrating the Access to Higher Education Class of 2026
Congratulations to our students, who achieved a 100% pass rate!
Published on 29th July 2026
Services for Schools
FREE nativity + CPD offer Autumn 2026
We have an unbeatable FREE nativity offer for schools this autumn .... learn more here.
Published on 16th July 2026
Arts & Culture
Jazz Steps Live at the Libraries celebrates 15 years!
Jazz Steps Live at the Libraries celebrates 15 years of bringing world-class jazz to Nottinghamshire communities.
Published on 14th July 2026
Reading & Libraries
New £1.1m Library approved for Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire County Council has approved a significant investment to provide a new, state-of-the-art library in Sutton-in-Ashfield town centre.
Published on 13th July 2026
Services for Schools
InspiREAD Book Awards 2026 Winners Announced!
After four months of reading and close to 3000 votes, school pupils and library users across the county have crowned this year’s InspiREAD Book Award winners!
Published on 7th July 2026
What's On
Inspire Youth Arts presents Next Up – a music showcase of the best up-and-coming young artists from Nottinghamshire
Inspire Youth Arts will present their biggest event of the year on Sunday 28 June 12pm – 5pm at Binks Yard in Nottingham. Tickets are free – a ticket is required for entry.
Published on 17th June 2026
