As we near the end of the summer school holidays we have some special events coming up next week for children moving from nursery to Primary one.
All events are free with no need to book.
Next week at Drumbrae Library Hub
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Primary 1 Transition Event at Drumbrae Library Hub
MONDAY 3rd AUGUST 11.30 – 12.30
Primary 1 Transition Event – Summer Craft
Is your child starting Primary 1 in August? Come along and meet other children starting Primary 1 and plant a cress head to take home!
MONDAY 3RD AUGUST
Bookbug is on as usual, so why not come for songs, stories and rhymes…. and stay for a fun craft at 11.30! 
Family Fun Day at Drumbrae Library
SATURDAY 1st AUGUST from 10am – 3pm
Look out for Drumbrae Library’s Family Fun Day on Saturday 1st August from 10am!
There are lots of fun things to do including workshops with Stina Sparkles, a performance by Jed and Jo’s Acoustic Music, craft and refreshments.
Everything is totally free with no need to book, just bring your family along for a great time.
2026 is the National Year of Reading #GoAllIn
This week at Drumbrae Library
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES AT DRUMBRAE LIBRARY THIS WEEK:
Edinburgh Leisure launches free summer sports days for children
Children aged 5-12 can enjoy free hands-on sports sessions at Meadowbank Sports Centre and Drumbrae Leisure Centre this July
Edinburgh Leisure is inviting children across the city to get active this summer with Go for Gold Sports Days, two free events taking place at Meadowbank Sports Centre and Drumbrae Leisure Centre on 30 and 31 July.
Designed for children aged 5–12, the events will offer a range of fun, hands-on sports sessions and active challenges, giving young people the chance to try something new, build confidence and enjoy being active during the school holidays.
Go for Gold is funded by sportscotland’s Summer of Sport 2026 and forms part of a wider effort to make sport and physical activity more accessible, helping more children experience the physical, social and wellbeing benefits of being active.
Sessions will include activities inspired by Commonwealth Games sports, with Meadowbank Sports Centre bringing added sporting heritage as a former two-time Commonwealth Games host venue.
Angela McCowan, Sports Development Manager at Edinburgh Leisure, said: “Go for Gold is a brilliant opportunity for children to get into the spirit of sport this summer, try something new and have fun in a welcoming environment.
“With activities inspired by Commonwealth Games sports, the events are a great way for children to enjoy being active, discover new interests and see what’s on offer at Edinburgh Leisure.”
Families can view the full list of Go for Gold events and register for free at: https://www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/go-for-gold/
Family Fun Day at Drumbrae Library
SATURDAY 1st AUGUST from 10am – 3pm
SUMMER EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT!
Come along and join us on Saturday 1st August for our Family Fun Day!
As well as our regular Bookbug session at 10:30am, we will have fun Circus Skills, Facepainting, Balloon Modelling, live entertainment, crafts and refreshments.
Come along and join the fun!
Edinburgh Library Volunteers Needed
We have some exciting new volunteering opportunities with our Edinburgh Library services – please share!!
Learn more and apply here:
Singing For Fun at Drumbrae Library
SUMMER EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT!
SINGING FOR FUN!
Come along to Drumbrae Library Hub on Thursday 9th July at 2pm and join in with this friendly singing workshop.
Age 6+
*children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult
Free event, although you will require a ticket which can be sourced through Eventbrite from Wednesday 1st July at 10am.
First week of holiday activities at Drumbrae Library Hub
School holidays start on Friday and we have a full program of events for the summer break!
Here is a list of next week’s events.
Everything is free with no need to book
*children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult
Read to the Beat: Summer Reading Challenge
It’s almost time for the annual Summer Reading Challenge!
‘Read to the Beat’
From Saturday 20th June join up at Drumbrae Library Hub and begin your Summer reading adventure…
How it works…
1. Sign up:
Visit your local library and ask to sign up – we will give you a special collector folder when you start your Challenge.
2. Pick six goals to work towards your challenge, the options are listed in the collector folder or can be chosen from our lucky dip box!
3. Earn rewards:
Each time you complete a challenge, visit the library to collect special stickers and rewards!