Lister Steps at The Old Library

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Community, Events Venue, Cafe, Childcare Since 1905, The Old Library has been a symbol of hope in L13.

Funded by wealthy philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, this iconic building was donated to the people of Liverpool as a safe space for learning and served four generations as a much-loved local library until it closed & fell into disrepair in 2006. With so many fond memories of The Old Library, local charity Lister Steps knew this special building was an important part of our community’s shared heritag

e and in 2012, we embarked on the long journey to bring it back to life. Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and support from Liverpool City Council, we have repaired, restored & re-designed the building into a multi-use venue for events, learning and fun. We are proud to call The Old Library our new home and thrilled to welcome you back through its doors!

27/08/2026

Join us for our latest addition at the old library. 😊
We have teamed up with the lovely Ashley from ADHD Support Services to deliver a cooking and wellness session completely FREE!
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Our practical Food, Herbs and Wellbeing Programme is designed to provide participants with a relaxed, hands-on experience where they can explore food, herbs and healthy wellbeing through cooking.
Participants will have the opportunity to handle and work with a variety of fresh ingredients, learn and practise basic cookery skills, experiment with different flavours and herbs, and build confidence in preparing simple, nutritious meals. The sessions will be practical and enjoyable, with participants creating food they can take home and recreate themselves.
The programme aims to encourage confidence, independence, creativity and positive wellbeing through food and cooking, while providing a supportive environment where participants can learn new skills and enjoy the experience.

Scan the QR code to get booked on, or click the link in our bio

24/08/2026

Join us this thursday for our latest growing minds session🌱

This week's topic is Grow your own : small spaces, big harvests.
learning all about easy ways to grow vegetables, herbs and salads in pots, windowsills, raised beds or community gardens.🥕
Grow some windowsill herbs and salad leaves.🌿🥬

get your free ticket on our eventbrite
(scan the QR code or click the link in our bio)

20/08/2026

Some snaps from last weeks Growing minds session
‘Save the bees’ 🐝 🌻
We learnt all about the different types of bees and their role in our environment, tested some authentic bee honey and even made our own bees wax balm 💛

Don’t miss out on our next session Thursday 27th of August get your free tickets on our eventbrite🎟️🌻
(Link in our bio to book)

Taste testing the difference between genuine fresh honey and store bought 🍯

We had a variety of essential oils to choose from for our balms💛

12/08/2026

Don’t forget to book onto tomorrows growing minds session🌻
This weeks session is all about saving the bees and you will even get the chance to make your own beeswax lip balm🐝

Get your free tickets on our eventbrite linked in the bio 🌻💛

22/07/2026

❕due to unforeseen staff absence we are unable to serve food for the remainder of the week. We apologise for any convenience this may cause.
Our coffee is still being served as usual for you to enjoy 😊

21/07/2026

Andrea Ku is a Liverpool-based artist, beekeeper and gardener who creates hands-on projects connecting people with nature, climate action and sustainability through walking, talking, planting, making and seasonal learning rooted in care for communities and the natural world.🌳🌱🌼

Artist Andrea Ku will lead a seasonal programme where people come together to talk, walk, make, laugh and plant in response to climate change and sustainability. Each session will follow the rhythm of the year, from seeds and soil to flowers, food, wildlife and weather. Through creative activities, outdoor exploration, shared discussion and Andrea’s playful use of comedy, participants will explore climate issues in a practical, hopeful and accessible way. The programme will connect people with local nature, encourage sustainable choices and show how small acts of care — planting, making, noticing, laughing and sharing knowledge — can help communities imagine and grow a more resilient future.🌷🌺☘️🌼🌱🌳

20/07/2026

We are in need of some children’s books to read fill our bookshelf 📚
any donations big or small are greatly appreciated 😊🤍

15/07/2026

Perfect weather for a iced coffee on our patio area ☕️☀️🌼
Come down and enjoy a Crosby Coffee Roasters with lots of flavour options🤍
Open 10am -2pm
Last food orders 1pm
Last drinks 1.30pm 😊
Look forward to welcoming you ☀️🫶🌼

09/07/2026

Our delicious Chicken & Halloumi salad 🥗 ☀️
Pop down to our cafe open Monday - Friday
10am - 2pm
Last food orders 1.00
Last drink orders 1.30
Look forward to seeing you 😊☀️

07/07/2026

Join us every Thursday for a tasty free meal for you to enjoy and a great chat with some lovely people! 😊

We had a lovely visit yesterday from a member of the public who attends food cycle, he enjoys it that much he brought us a lovely plant for our garden as a thank you 😊🌼
❕swipe to see him planting his plan❕

Don’t forget to come down for your free meal! No need to book, just turn up!

Paul proudly planting his plant ☀️😊

Address

The Old Library, Green Lane
Liverpool
L137EB

Website

http://www.tol.org.uk/

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