Dear Blogger,
Message from Siobhan at Oswestry Library - You are never alone with a Library!
Please find below a list of our key dates for NOVEMBER
**Apologies for the lateness of this mailing – if it is too late for your publication, please do not worry**
Please feel free to pick and choose which events you include, according to the interests of your publication and the space available.
Oswestry Family & Local History Group
Every Monday 10-12 noon
Every Friday 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.
OSMakes Craft Group
First and Third Wednesday every month 2-4pm
Interested in textile crafting?
Like to learn a new skill? Bring along any crafting project you're working on and have a chat with fellow creators.
Free, no need to book. Just come along. Everyone welcome.
Welsh Conversation Group
Every Friday 11-12noon
Would you like the opportunity to practice your Welsh Language skills? Join us at the library every Friday morning.
Free but please book your place. Refreshments available, small donations welcomed.
Digital Support Weekly Drop In Session
Every Monday afternoon 1-3pm
Join us at the library for a new weekly 'Drop-In' session for digital troubleshooting. If you could use some support with your device or a particular digital task that's giving you trouble, drop in to see us. Library staff and volunteers will be on hand to support with your query, and we encourage people to stay for a cup of tea and share your learning with others. NB: Library staff and digital volunteers cannot support with online banking queries. For these, you must contact your bank.
Free - No need to book. Open to all ages and abilities. Just come along and bring your device. If you feel you could provide help to others as a Digital volunteer, please contact us, we're keen for all the help we can get!
If you are over 65 years of age and seeking support to learn digital skills from scratch, contact us and we can refer you onto the waiting list for our 10 week course to get you started.
Hearing Loss Support Hubs
Usually 1st Wednesday every month [1 Nov]
Hearing aid support Hub run by NHS trained volunteers. Usually the first Wednesday of every month. Battery changes and hearing aid cleaning.
Booking is now essential for this, please contact the Hearing Loss Support Service on 01743 342168 or email shls@community-resource.org.uk to confirm dates and make an appointment.
Messy Minds Meditation Group
Thu 2 & 16 Nov 12.15-1pm
Meditation for perfectly imperfect minds! Ever wondered if mindfulness could support your mental wellbeing but don't know where to start? Come along to our group on the first and third Thursdays of the month, starting in October. Facilitated by hypnotherapist & meditation teacher Alex River Clarke.
Free of charge – please contact Alex Clarke on river1clarke@gmail.com or see more information at www.alexriverclarke.co.uk
Border Embroiderers
Tue 14 & 28 Nov 10-12noon
Border Embroiderers meet every other Tuesday throughout the year, except for August. Come and join our friendly group, all ages and abilities welcome. We sew, chat and have tea/coffee.
Just drop in or contact Mary on 01691 658651
Crime Fiction with Dave Andrews
Wed 8 Nov 11-12noon
Dave Andrews, our Reader/Writer in Residence talks about the essentials of crime fiction and invites views and comments from members of the audience. Ian Rankin, Ann Cleeves, Stephen King, Agatha Christie, Colin Dexter and many others will be discussed. Dave will also mention his Oswestry based murder mystery Each Slow Dusk and the sequel he is currently working on, A Bolt from the Black.
Free of charge – please book your place. Refreshments available (donations welcomed)
Language Cafe
Thu 9 Nov 10.30-12noon
If you have an interest in foreign languages and would like to share your passion with like-minded people in an informal and relaxed environment, join our Language Café! Organised by local linguist Ewa Corser from 'Word of Mouth Languages'
Free of charge but please book. Refreshments available (donations welcomed)
Shared Sounds
Sat 11 Nov 2-4pm
Delivered by the Shropshire Music Education Hub, in partnership with Shropshire Libraries.
Musical workshops for children with disabilities and their families. Predominantly aimed at 3-7 year olds, led by Shropshire Music Service professionals. Participants and their families will be able to listen to live music, help create music by singing/playing instruments, and interact with music physically in whatever way they choose.
Sessions will be informal and will adapt to the needs of the children involved. Siblings welcome.
£5 per family - Booking is essential. Please book directly via the provider at: bookings@i-gnition.co.uk
Breastfeeding Network Drop-In
First & Third Friday of the month 10-12pm
A free drop-in in the children's library for everyone who has questions about their breastfeeding journey, from pregnancy, early days, feeding older children and when you are ready to stop Come along to ask for support or advice or just for a friendly chat!
Free, no need to book.
Dungeons and Dragons
Usually 2nd Saturday every month
We are delighted to be welcoming the Shropshire Dungeon Master back for more Saturdays at the library filled with magic and adventure! New players welcome, no experience required. Under 16s game in the morning, over 16s in the afternoon.
Booking is essential. To book for these games, or for more information, contact the Dungeon Master direct, either on his Facebook Page (@shropshireDM) or by telephoning 07454797995
Shropshire Local Drop-In
Thu 2, 16 & 30 Nov 10-2pm
Your Shropshire Local team is coming to the library. Please come to see them where they will help you access Shropshire Council services, such as Blue badge applications, Concessionary Travel cards and so on.
Free, no need to book.
Board Gaming!
Sat 18 Nov 10-1pm
A free board gaming session suitable for all ages! Come along and try out something new.
Free, no need to book.
Rhyme Time at the Library!
Every Monday 2-2.30pm
Half an hour of nursery rhymes and singing, suitable for under 5s. No need to book.
Story Time at the Library!
Every Wednesday 10.30am.
A free story session aimed at pre-school children. No need to book.
Crafty Knitters
Mon 27 Nov 10-12noon
Come along and join us in Oswestry Library on the 4th Monday of each month. Our aim is to get together, meet people and have a chat while supporting local charities with knitting. Bring your own knitting or we have a selection of patterns available. All ages and beginners welcome. We also hold a knitting group in the Senior Citizen Hall in Lorne St. Oswestry on the second Monday of every month. For further details please contact Angie on 01691 650147
HSBC Anti-Fraud Advice drop-in
Wed 29 Nov 3-4pm
Would you like to learn more about how to protect your finances from fraud? HSBC advisors will be delivering a talk about the most common pitfalls.
• Banking fraud
• Common Scams
• Anti-fraud measures- how to stay safe
Free, no need to book.
Lego at the Library
Every Thursday 3.15-4.15pm Every Saturday 11am-2pm
Self-guided Lego play! Free of charge Suitable for all ages (children require parental supervision)
No booking required, just drop in!
Carer's Support Drop in
Thu 23 Nov 10.30-12.30
(1.30-3.30pm additional support for carers supporting those who struggle with mental health)
Did you know that there is an open Carer's Support Drop in at the library, usually on the fourth Thursday of every month? If you are a carer for someone you can seek support and advice from Shropshire Council's Carer Support team here. You do not need to book, just come along.
Contact Shropshire Carers support line on 01743 341995 (Monday to Friday 9am-5pm or email: Shropshire.Carers@shropshire.gov.uk
Thank you for your support, and as always if you would like to be removed from this mailing, just let me know.
Best regards,
Siobhan Shaw CMgr MCMI
say: shi-vawn shaw (she/her)
Branch Manager Oswestry Library, Arthur St. SY11 1JN
Shropshire Libraries, Culture Leisure & Tourism Services, Place Directorate, Shropshire Council.
01743 250351 (01743 255394 direct)· siobhan.shaw@shropshire.gov.uk
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