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Library led events & groups

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Poetry Group

Every other month. Check library for dates.

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Keep Calm and Carry Yarn

Every other Thursday

1.30pm to 3pm

£1 charge for refreshments. Bring your own project and craft in good company!
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Rattle, Rhyme and Roll

Every Wednesday and Friday

10-10:30am

Stories and rhymes for the under 5s in the lovely Children’s library. Just turn up and join in the fun.

Our Rattle, Rhyme and Roll sessions are relaxed, friendly rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers. 

They are a chance for you to have fun, share rhymes and songs with your child, and meet other parents.

Sessions last about 30 minutes and are free.

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Writing Group

Alternate Thursdays

2-4pm

Come along, listen and share. An informal friendly group with members at different stages of the writing process, including beginners. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Group’s volunteer, Kevin on 07903 654499 and kpm2@talktalk.net
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One-off event: Recycling Roadshow

Friday 21 August

10am - 1pm

Learn all about recycling with a roadshow brought to us by Veolia, with fun activities to take part in.

Suitable for all ages: adults and children.

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One-off event: Children's summer activity

Tuesday 4 August

11am - 12pm

Weather Wizardry

Create your own weather noises! The Thunder Clapper makes it sound like lighting is in the room, while the Rain Maker creates a tune that may give us summer showers! 

Suitable for children under 12, free of charge and no booking required.

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One-off event: Children's summer activity

Tuesday 18 August

11am - 12pm

Bell Battle Baton

Craft your own music baton and decorate it in the style of a wand or magical item!

Suitable for children under 12, free of charge and no booking required.

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One-off event: Children's summer activity

Tuesday 25 August

11am - 12pm

Marine Tambourine

With this belled fish hanger creation you can make your own oceanic music scene!

Suitable for children under 12, free of charge and no booking required.

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