Click and Collect and Doorstep Deliveries now available from Ballater Library. Extra services have also been added at Library HQ Oldmeldrum.
Reading Group and Primary Reading Collections
Reading Group Collections for Teachers
Aberdeen Lockdown Booking Restrictions
Given the lockdown restrictions imposed on Aberdeen City in relation to Covid-19, Live Life Aberdeenshire is currently unable to accept bookings for activities due to take place before Thursday 13th August, from those living within the restricted area.
We hope you will understand this approach is taken with the safety of staff, customers and the community in mind and we look forward to welcoming customers from Aberdeen City again as soon as that is possible. If you already have a booking, please contact the venue directly and our team will be happy to assist you to rebook for a future date or make other arrangements.
VE Day E-book
From photos, stories, artefacts and poems.......we want to capture your family's memories of VE Day 1945.
Live Life @ Home
A one-stop shop of virtual creativity and activity has launched. Offering a range of engaging, entertaining and informative activities and resources.
Welcome Back
Following the easing of the lockdown restrictions we are now able to reopen some Live Life Aberdeenshire services and activities across Aberdeenshire.
Summer Reading Challenge Try Something New
It is always good to experience different things when you are on holiday. Let us help you ‘Try Something New’ with our latest Summer Reading Challenge theme.
Portable Bike Track & Dr Bike at Huntly
The portable bike track for children, featuring its cambered corners, narrows, drop offs, see saw and log rolls (not forgetting the limbo!) will be set up at Huntly Nordic and Outdoor Centre next Wednesday 5th August. Also, we have the popular Dr Bike Service available for members of the public can get a safety check and minor repairs made to their bicycles and make sure your machine is safe and in good working order.
Ski Centres Re-Open
Following the continued ease in lockdown. Live Life Aberdeenshire have reopened the two Ski Centres, situated in Alford and Huntly. Both facilities will be open from Saturday 1st August 2020. Bookings can be made from Thursday 30th July at 9am.
Suspension of Learn to Swim programme to continue
Due to the continued closure of swimming pools across Aberdeenshire during lockdown, the Learn to Swim programme remains suspended.
Dive Back In! Macduff Marine Aquarium Reopens
Following months of closure during lockdown, our popular visitor attraction, Macduff Marine Aquarium has reopened it doors to the public.
Click and Collect Bookings
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Summer Reading Challenge
It's Summer Reading Challenge time. Sign up and take part in this years challenge.
Welcome Back to Aberdeenshire Farming Museum
Aberdeenshire Farming Museum will reopen on the 22nd July and you can now book an exclusive timed slot for your free tour of our popular attraction.
See how many of the landmarks you can "virtually" visit through cycling, walking or running during the summer holidays. There will be certificates for taking part in the challenge at the end of the holidays. Look out for more details on how to let us know you've taken part.
Family history enthusiasts can search the fantastic genealogy resource, Ancestry for free until the end of July!
David MacPhail Author Sessions
David MacPhail, author of the Thorfinn series helps launch the Summer Reading Challenge.
A North East Story
A North East Story: Scotland, Africa and Slavery in the Caribbean
Transatlantic slavery is not only part of world history but also our local history. This online exhibition explores how the North East of Scotland played it's part in the Transatlantic slavery story.
Transition Junior 2020
A programme which helps pre-school children settle in for the new school year has gone virtual and is now available to access for free.
Become a Digital Champion
A great opportunity to make a difference! Help those with limited IT knowledge who are unable to make virtual contact with family and friends during this challenging period. Learn a new skill and become a virtual ICT tutor. Help support others with learning how to use technology so they too can make virtual contact with their loved ones whilst isolating at home.
Proposed Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan 2020
Help shape the future of your community. The Proposed Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan 2020 consultation is open from the 25th May to 17th July.
Audiobooks Now Available on Sonos Speakers
Libby is now integrated with your Sonos speaker, enabling you to enjoy audiobooks without the need for headphones or Bluetooth.
Remembering VE Day
It's 75 years since the end of the Second World War. Get baking, make that bunting and join us in celebrating the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
Library Innovation Network Aberdeenshire (LINA)
The LINA programme is now online! Continuing to support innovation, new ideas and provide guidance and assistance for new and existing business.
New feature added to our digital library
Hold Redelivery feature introduced leading to shorter waiting times for everyone.
Press Reader
Access local or world news from home.
Digital Library @ Home
Get your daily newspaper, borrow books, stream music all for free from your home. Everything you need to know about our Digital Library can be found here.
Timeless Treasures
Revealing archaeology from Aberdeenshire and beyond. On display from 7th September 2019.
Closure of LLA Facilities and Services
Live Life Aberdeenshire sports and cultural facilities have suspend services and closed to the public indefinitely.
Library Service Information
As LLA facilities are now closed, all our library loans have been extended to ensure that no item goes overdue.
Covid-19 Update
Live Life Aberdeenshire sports and cultural facilities will suspend services and close to the public indefinitely from 6pm today (Thursday, March 19)
Swimming Lesson Changes in Aberdeenshire
Swimming lesson changes to offer greater convenience and progression for children as and when ready.
New Audio Book Feature in RB Digital
We are delighted to announce that you can now access over 230 audio books within our e-magazine service, RB Digital!
NHS Hearing Aid Users
In partnership with NHS Grampian libraries are now hearing aid collection points for NHS hearing aid patients.
Soundmap: People & Place
It's easy to take a picture of something that catches our eye and post it on Instagram. Why don't we do that with sounds?
Get Signed Up!
Want to know what’s happening in Aberdeenshire? Get updates directly to your inbox by subscribing to our Live Life Aberdeenshire email updates.
Get Fit With LLA
Follow our 10 week exercise programme and keep fit with Live Life Aberdeenshire.
Across the Grain Festival returns this October
The programme for a festival celebrating the cultural life, heritage, language, music and stories of the north east is now available.
Russells of Aden
An exclusive display on the museums first floor of photographs, items and letters from the Russell family who owned the estate from 1758.
Volunteer with Active Schools
We need you to help us get "More Children, More Active, More Often". Volunteer now!
How Much Can You Save?
How much could you save, just by being a library member?
Play Peek-a-Boo
At Macduff Aquarium
Macduff Recording Studio
Did you know that Macduff Arts Centre have a working recording studio available for musicians?
Food, Folk and Farming
Food, Folk and Farming. An ongoing display in the farming museum. Open during the museums normal seasonal opening times.
Theory Test Pro
We offer access to Theory Test Pro which is a simulation of the UK's car, HGV, PCV and motorcycle driving theory tests.
