Dear Blogger
Message from Siobhan Shaw
Oswestry Family & Local History Group
Monday 7, 14,21,28 October, 10-12 noon
Friday 4, 11, 18, 25 October, 1.30-4pm
Oswestry Family and Local History volunteers run a twice-weekly advice service at Oswestry Library. Teams of trained, knowledgeable volunteers work alongside library staff to help both newcomers and experienced researchers to get the most from the expanded range of resources available. No booking required, just drop in.
One on One computer help at the library!
Did you know that we have a team of volunteers who provide one on one IT support for customers at the library? They will sit with you, either using your own device or one of our library computers, and help you to work through whatever issue it is you're having, be it setting up an email address, or learning to navigate your first smartphone. The support is completely free, but MUST be pre-booked as volunteers are available by appointment only. At present, bookable sessions are available each week on a Tuesday morning, Wednesday all day, and Friday morning. Ask staff to book your place.
Learning at Lunchtime: Green Living
Tuesday 1 October 12-1pm
WeÆve all heard about the climate and ecological emergency: rising global temperatures, freak weather, loss of species. What can you do about it? Although large-scale action needs to be taken at national and global level, there are plenty of steps we can take as individuals in our everyday lives. Come and share ideas about how we can each make a difference. Novelist and environmental campaigner Alison Layland will tell you more and lead a discussion on ways in which we can change our lives to help the planet. ú3 per person, please book.
Hearing Aid Clinic
Wednesday 2 Oct 10-12noon
Hearing aid clinic run by NHS trained volunteers. Drop in to have your hearing aid cleaned and serviced. No booking required.
Books Aloud
Tuesday 1, 15, 29 October 2-3pm
Come and relax with a cup of tea and listen to an hour of reading aloud, aimed at adults. Free, no booking required.
Lego Club
Thursday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 October, 3.30-4.30pm
Saturday 5, 12, 19, 26 October 11-2pm
Free drop in session to play with Lego in the library! Self-guided activity, parental supervision required.
Singing for Health with Chloe Murray
Friday 4, 11, 18 October (10.30-11.45am
Relax and discover how Singing for Health can help support your health and wellbeing. No previous experience or talent required! Chloe is a professional community choir leader in Shropshire and Mid-Walesû visit https://www.kindredvoices.co.uk/ to find out more. ú7.50 per individual session (early booking recommended)
WhatÆs next for Shropshire Libraries?
Monday 7 October, 10-4pm
This National Libraries week, come to Oswestry Library to have your say about the future pathway for Shropshire Libraries û let us know what you like about our services and what more we can offer to benefit our communities.
No need to book, just come along.
Rhymetime at the library!
Monday 7, 14,21,28 October 2-2.30pm
Half an hour of rhymes and singing for under five. Free, no need to book!
Writing Surgery with Dave Andrews
Tuesday 8 October 11am
Thinking of giving writing a go? Or have you already got a project in progress? Join Dave Andrews, Oswestry Library Reader & Writer in Residence, for a free drop in advice session at the library, on how to get the most out of your writing. No pre-book required, just come along and ask for Dave.
Chatter & Natter
Thursday 3rd, 17th & 31st October, 10-11am
We are creating a space for people to talk, whether it is for five minutes or an hour while you drink a brew. Free, no booking required. Just come along!
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library
Saturday 12 October, 9.30 for under 16s, 1pm for over 16s.
Join the Shropshire Dungeon Master for another whirlwind adventure into the world of monsters, dragons and otherworldly realms- right here in the library! Book with the Shropshire Dungeon Master direct on 07454797995 or message him on Facebook!
Learning at Lunchtime: Remember Rememberà with Pam Johnson
Wednesday 16 October 12:30 û 1:30pm
The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 was not just about one disaffected man in the cellars of the Houses of Parliament, but the culmination of a web of intrigue spread across Spain, the north of England and down through Warwickshire to London. Caught up in the treason were acquaintances of William Shakespeare, disaffected Catholics and a network of priests and sympathisers. Were the conspirators simply betrayed or were they led into a trap by the spies of James I? Why is November 5th still remembered? Pam Johnson, from LADS Theatre, explores the Gunpowder plot in more detail. YouÆll never see it the same way again! ú3 per person, please book.
Learning at Lunchtime: Welsh in Oswestry Placenames, with Dave Andrews
Thursday 17 October 12:30 û 1:30pm
Dave Andrews, Reader/Writer in Residence at Oswestry Library, talks about Welsh and part-Welsh place-names in and around Oswestry. ú3 per person, please book.
Learning at Lunchtime: Practical tools & techniques to support your relationships with young adults and children in your life
Friday 18 October 12:30 û 1:45pm
Massive screen time and a sedentary lifestyle are affecting our lives personally or our surroundings. Symptoms like confusion, poor memory recall, brain fog, lack of concentration, obesity, diabetes type 2, lack of body coordination, anxiety, depression, aggression, and other symptoms are becoming common place for our children and adults. Which actions can you take to counter this? Come and hear about a few things you can do. ú5 per person, please book.
SAVE THE DATE: Learning at Lunchtime: With Carol Harris
Tuesday 22 October and Tuesday 29 October 12:30 û 1:30pm
Trainer and facilitator Carol Harris will be returning to Oswestry Library to deliver more fascinating bitesize sessions about managing every aspect of your life (Topic and booking info TBC). ú3 per person, please book.
Board Game CafÚ
Saturday 26 October, 10-1pm
Come along and try a board game, or bring one from home. Suitable all ages, no pre-booking necessary.
Knit for Life
Wed 30 October 1.30-3pm
Knit for Life is a local knitting charity supporting direct aid distributions of knitting to many countries around the world. We mostly make blanket squares, hats and toys and sew together squares to make blankets.
No booking required, just come along.
CarerÆs Trust
Thursday 31 October 10:30-11:30am
A free social group for registered and unregistered carers. Come along for tea and a chat. No booking required.
Thank you very much as always, for helping us to publicise.
All the best,
Siobhan Shaw
Branch Manager, Libraries Team
Oswestry Library
9 Arthur Street
Oswestry SY11 1JN
01743 250351
siobhan.shaw@shropshire.gov.uk
I am currently reading æLegacyÆ by Alastair Pack
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