Dear Blogger
Message from Oswestry Library.
Oswestry Family & Local History Group - Monday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 March 10-12 noon
Friday 6, 13, 20, 27 March 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.
æBe a Better FishÆ Careers drop-in - Tuesday & Friday mornings 10-12noon
Join Paul Newman from æBe a Better FishÆ to get free advice on how to turn your passions into a career.
Library Living Room! Starting 6 March, running throughout March.
Part living room, part art exhibition! Oswestry Library and Be a Better Fish are partnering with local organisations to create a unique shared space in the library. Like all good living rooms, it will be filled with curiosities, memories, photographs and great conversation. Stay tuned to hear who will be visiting, and feel free to drop in to pull up a chair.
Smashing Shakespeare! - Tuesday 3, 17 March 10.30am-12noon
If you were put off Shakespeare at school û or already love Shakespeare - come and try this! We will explore the story, de-bunk the language, get the play on its feet û and have some fun!
ú5 per person
Learning at Lunchtime: Hypnobirthing! - Saturday 7 March, 2-3pm
This talk & customer Q&A session will supply insight into a KG Hypnobirthing course and how it can help you and your partner to remain calm and relaxed and prepare for a positive birth. ú3, please book.
Let's Talk Local Drop-in for Carers - Every Thursday, 12:30ù14:30
ARE YOU LOOKING AFTER SOMEONE ? If you look after someone who would be unable to manage without your help and you would like information, guidance or someone to talk to, then Juliette is here to support you.
For ongoing Carers support in Shropshire, call Carers Trust 4 All : 01743 341995
To request a Carers Assessment or find out about support in your local area, call First Point of Contact: 0345 6789 044
Hearing Aid Clinic - Wednesday 4 March 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 3, 17, 31 March, 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.
Finding your Voice poetry workshop - Wednesday 4, 11, 18, 25 Mar (1 Apr) 4-5.30pm
Come and explore finding your voice and build your confidence through poetry. No experience or talent required, and you donÆt have to share your work. ú2 per session (please book) Please arrive promptly at 4pm.
Chatter & Natter - Thursday 5, 19 March 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!
Lego Club - Thursday 5, 12, 19, 26 March, 3.30-4.30pm
Saturday 7, 14, 21, 28 March, 11-2pm
Free drop in session to play with Lego in the library! Self-guided activity, parental supervision required.
Rhymetime at the library! - Monday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 March 2-2.30pm
Half an hour of rhymes and singing for under five. Free, no need to book!
Fraud Awareness drop in - Wednesday 11 March 9.30-1pm
Free Community Fraud Awareness Talks with Simon from TSB Bank. Find out how to combat scams.
Dungeons & Dragons at the Library - Saturday 14 March, 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!
Hillfort Creative Saturday! - Saturday 21 March, 10-1pm
Every month, a fun morning of family and kids-friendly arts and crafts with artists from the Hillfort Creativity Group. Free, suitable all ages but children must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
Oswestry JETS: Free Embroidery taster for kids! - Saturday 21 March, 10-4pm
Want to try stitching? Like beads and sequins? Love colour? Heard about a sewing bee? Come and try stitching for yourself! Suitable ages 5+
Learning at Lunchtime: Mystery Author event - Tuesday 24 March, 1-2pm
SheÆs been #1 bestseller on Amazon in several genres, and she did it all without the help of traditional publishing houses. Come along to find out how independent publishing could work for you. No booking required.
Knit for Life - Wednesday 25 March 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.
Oswestry Library Reading Group - Wednesday 25 March, 4-5pm
Oswestry Library reading group is looking for members! Just drop in. No booking required.
CarerÆs Trust - Thursday 26 March, 10:30-11:30am
A free social group for registered and unregistered carers. Come along for tea and a chat. No booking required.
Board Game CafÚ! - Saturday 28 March, 10-1pm
A board game bonanza, suitable for all ages! Bring your own, or play one of the huge collection available. No booking required.
Thank you very much as always, for helping us to publicise.
Siobhan Shaw, Branch Manager, Libraries Team
Oswestry Library, 9 Arthur Street, Oswestry SY11 1JN
01743 250351 siobhan.shaw@shropshire.gov.uk
