Celebrate LGBT History Month in Havering

Havering Libraries celebrate LGB History Month 2012

Catherine Hall - Author Talk
Catherine Hall's first novel was Days of Grace, Catherine was selected by Waterstone's as one of their 10 'New Voices' and by Amazon as one of their 'Rising Stars'.
'The Proof of Love', published in 2011, won The Green Carnation Prize for LGBT writing,
Come along and contribute ideas for more library events for the LGB community.

Monday 13th February at Romford Library
7pm -8pm, Meeting Room,
Romford Library, St Edwards Way, Romford RM1 3AR
FREE EVENT, Everybody welcome.
For more information, please email: jacky.logan@havering.gov.uk or call the library on 01708 432389

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DJ Connell visits Deal Library, Sat 11 Feb 2012, 2-3 pm

February is national LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transexual) History Month and to help us celebrate, DJ Connell has agreed to join us. Come along to a relaxed talk which promises to be lively, witty and interesting. DJ Connell, author of Julian Corkle is a Filthy Liar, will talk about her writing and her recently published novel, Sherry Cracker Gets Normal.

Tickets are FREE from Deal Library 08458 247200 but booking is recommended.

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DJ Connell visits Margate Library, Sat 11 Feb 2012, 11-12 noon

February is national LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transexual) History Month and to help us celebrate, DJ Connell has agreed to join us. Come along to a relaxed talk which promises to be lively, witty and interesting. DJ Connell, author of Julian Corkle is a Filthy Liar, will talk about her writing and her recently published novel, Sherry Cracker Gets Normal.

Tickets are free from Margate Library, 08458 247200, but booking is recommended.

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Lesley Pearse visits Sevenoaks Library

Lesley Pearse, bestselling author, visits Sevenoaks Library to talk about her latest novel,The Promise. For details see
http://www.whatsoninkentlocal.com/all/details/27988/ or ring Sevenoaks Library 08458 247200.

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Lesley Pearse visits Dartford

Lesley Pearse, bestselling author, visits The Mick Jagger Centre, Dartford. Lesley will discuss her latest novel, The Promise. Tickets £3 please contact http://www.themickjaggercentre.com/home.aspx
01322 291100 or Dartford Library 08458 247200.

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Storytime with Jenny Sullivan

Award winning Welsh author Jenny Sullivan will be visiting Rhydypennau Library, Cardiff on Friday 2nd March at 2pm to deliver an extra special Storytime to preschool children.

This is a free event and booking is essential. To reserve a place telephone 029 2075 4657 or email rhydypennaulibrary@cardiff.gov.uk

www.cardiff.gov.uk/libraryevents

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Hallie Rubenhold -The art of writing and researching historical fiction.

Hallie Rubenhold -The art of writing and researching historical fiction.

Chipping Barnet Library
Wednesday 25th January 2012
6:30pm-7:30pm

Hallie Rubenhold is a historian and broadcaster and an authority on British 18th-century social history.  She has written two works of non-fiction to critical acclaim: 'The Covent Garden Ladies' and 'Lady Worsley's Whim'.

Hallie will be talking about her new book 'Mistress of my Fate', the first book in her new fictional series, and the art of writing and researching historical fiction.

This is a free event - please contact Chipping Barnet Library to reserve your seat on 020 8359 4040 or email chipping.barnet.library@barnet.gov.uk.

Transport details

Bus: 234, 326, 384

Tube: High Barnet (Northern line)

Map:http://g.co/maps/t9wpm

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Tony Hawks Talks Books

Meet Tony Hawks

Meet comedian, quixotic quester and star of TV and radio, Tony Hawks,
best known for fridges, pianos and Moldovans! Tony will talk about his
writing and his life. Ten years ago, a foolhardy attempt to win a drunken
bet resulted in Tony embarking on an unforgettable journey. Joined by his
trusty travelling companion-cum-domestic appliance, his fridge, he found
himself in the midst of a remarkable and, at times, downright silly
adventure around the coast of the Emerald Isle. His journey was
chronicled in a book that became an international bestseller - 'Round
Ireland with a Fridge'.

On Thursday 9th February 6.00pm at Leicester Central Library
Tickets: £3.00 for library members, £5.00 for non- members. Not a member? You can join for free at your local library or online. Tickets available at Leicester Central Library, Bishop Street or:

T: 0116 299 5401
E: central-library@leicester.gov.uk

Event organised by Leicester Libraries & Dave's Leicester Comedy Festival

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Event with Lesley Pearse

Came along to Blackheath Library to meet the bestselling author Lesley Pearse, who will be talking about her latest novel'the promise'. There will be light refreshments and book signing. Free please ring 0208-858-1131

Monday 23rd January 2012 7-8 pm

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An evening with Heather Peace

Heather peace reads from her novel All to Play For: It's time to tell our story, starting when my new friends and colleagues-to-be were all as fresh, young and wet behind the ears as I was myself. When our hearts were open, and our integrity was still intact.
A story of artistic expression vs corporate gain, of how some people make a drama out of a crisis, and others a crisis out of a drama.

http://www.lbhf.gov.uk/Directory/Leisure_and_Culture/Libraries/Library_facilities_incl_location_opening_hours/118251_Author_and_literary_events.asp

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Joseph Heller's Catch 22

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Catch 22 with our open reading group. Reading Joseph Heller's classic satire is nothing less than a rite of passage. Set in the closing months of World War II in an American bomber squadron off the coast of Italy, Catch-22 is the story of a bombardier named Yossarian who is frantic and furious because thousands of people he has never even met keep trying to kill him. Joseph Heller's bestselling novel is a hilarious and tragic satire on military madness, and the tale of one mans efforts to survive it. Come and share your views and favourite passages in this informal group. Copies of the book are available for loan.

Places are limited so booking is essential. Contact Shepherds Bush library Customer Services Desk, phone 020 8753 3842 or email Library_Events@lbhf.gov.uk. www.lbhf.gov.uk/libraries

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Matthew Sweet

22 November

Matthew Sweet, author, journalist and BBC broadcaster will be talking about 'The West End Front: The wartime secrets of London's grand hotels' at Mayfair Library, 6pm. A revealing, witty and scandalous snapshot of how the other half lived. Free but please book by contacting Katrina Blench.
kblench@westminster.gov.uk

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Gwas y Neidr

Cardiff Central Library presents
FREE LIVE MUSIC with
Gwas y Neidr

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Craig Taylor - The Londoners

Craig Taylor will be talking about his new book The Londoners - the days and nights of London now. Perspectives from the people of London. From the woman who is the voice of London Underground to the director of a Bethnal Green funeral parlour, and many inbetween. Craig has painted a vivid, epic and wholly fresh portrait of 21st century London.

Join us at Chipping Barnet Library on Saturday 19th November at 2.30pm
Please phone 020 8359 4040 or email ruth.newman@barnet.gov.uk to book your free place.

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Get Active

Race down to your library.
Get Active at Cardiff Central Library.

Get into Libraries. Get into Sport. Get into Play. Get inspired!

Join sports stars Jamie Baulch, Nathan Stephens, The Blues and The Devils.

Get free Sports Tasters and follow the Active Fit Squad. Freestyle Football, Karate, Street Dance, Table Tennis and much more.

Wednesday 2nd November
10am to 4pm

For more details contact 029 2038 2116 or email centrallibrary@cardiff.gov.uk

Libraries Fortnight 1-14 November 2011

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Capital Reads: A Festival of Words

Capital Reads: A Festival of Words
Saturday 22nd October, 9.45am - 5.00pm
Cardiff Central Library, The Hayes, 029 2038 2116

Drop by and join in our events including:

• Meet the author: award-winning adult, children, and teenage authors throughout the day, including Kristina Taylor, Shelagh Weeks, Maggie Harris, Richard Gwyn, Clare Potter, Damian Harvey, and Lucy Christopher
• Reading Groups - be a fly on the wall!
• Creative writing
• Poetry and prose performances in English, Welsh, Arabic, Urdu and Punjabi
• Activities for children including stories and a make your own comic workshop
• eBook demonstrations

For more information including a detailed timetable of activities, please visit
www.cardiff.gov.uk/libraryevents

In partnership with: Cardiff Libraries, Welsh Government, St. David's Hall, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Short Books, Macmillan Children's Books, Bookgroup.info, and BVSNW (Black Voluntary Sector Network Wales).

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Crime author Kate Ellis

1st October

Bestselling crime writer, Kate Ellis, is coming to Blackburn library on Saturday, October 1, at 2pm to talk about her latest novel, The Jackal Man, and sign books. Kate Ellis has written 19 crime novels, including 15 in the 'Wesley Peterson' series. She blends a historical thriller with a modern day murder in this series. They are a great way to try something different.

Tickets are £1 and are available from Blackburn library.

For more information www.blackburn.gov.uk/libraries

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Joint Author Event Panel, London

4th October

Children's Reading Partners are delighted to present an exclusive evening with authors
Sophie McKenzie, Jenny Downham, Ally Kennen and Gregg Olsen.

Tuesday 4th October, 2011 at The Free Word Centre,
60 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3GA from 6.00-8.00pm

Tickets are free but places are limited please RSVP to Jenny.Warner@readingagency.org.uk by 27th September. Places are limited.

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History Day, Cardiff Central Library

Celebrating our local history at Cardiff Central Library.

A programme of free local history talks and information stands.

Enter our history competition - full information can be found on the Library blog - page 35 at http://cardifflibraries.blogspot.com to win a great prize.

For more information, contact: centrallibrary@cardiff.gov.uk or call 029 2038 2116.

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Misha Glenny

3rd October 2011

Misha Glenny
Hammersmith Library, Shepherds Bush Rd, W6 7AT
Monday- Oct 3rd
7 - 8 pm (doors open 6.30pm)

Misha Glenny talks about his new book Dark Market - Cyber Thieves, CyberCops and You (published 15th September, Bodley Head). Misha Glenny is a journalist and historian, and the author of the Sunday Times bestseller McMafia: Seriously Organised Crime. He is regularly consulted by the US and European governments on major policy issues.

In his talk, Misha investigates the dangers of living online and explores the question 'have we become complacent about our personal security?'
Foyles at Westfield are pleased to be the bookseller for this event and will be offering £3 off the RRP of the book on the evening.

Free admission/refreshments

For more information and to book tickets contact elin.jones@lbhf.gov.uk telephone 0208 753 3812/3823

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Off the Page Stirling Book Festival

10t - 17 September 2011

Sixth off the page Stirling Book Festival with a range of authors and events.Christopher Brookmyre, Mark Billingham, Nicola Morgan, stuart MacBride and some of the adult authors with Barry Hutchison, Cathy Cassidy and Catherine Forde for the Young People.

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Reader Development Day for all the family, Cardiff

22 October

We will be holding a Reader's Development day for adults and children alike in October. At the daytime event we will be offering advice on reading groups, Dads and lads (reading with your children), Ethnic and Welsh language titles, creative writing, author talks, reading group meetings, children's groups and many extra opportunities. In the evening event we will have quizzes and fun events plus a headliner author will talk. If you are interested in being involved, have any freebies to give away, books to promote or your talents to offer, please contact Susanna.

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Circus skills workshop

Circus fun at Walsall libraries. Juggling, stilt walking and plate spinning are among the circus skills children can have a go at alongside Boo Boo The Clown's Entertainment on Tuesday 2nd August at Streetly Library, Blackwood Road, and Pheasey Library, Collingwood Drive, Walsall. Both events are free and run from 11.00am - 12.30pm at Pheasey Library and 2.00pm - 3.30pm at Streetly Library.

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Circus skills workshop

All the fun of the circus will be coming to Brownhills and Walsall Wood Libraries in Walsall on Wednesday 27th July with youngsters able to have a go at everything from juggling to stilt walking and plate spinning.

Tymoni from Boo Boo The Clown's Entertainments will be at Brownhills Library, Chester Road North, Walsall at 11.00am - 12.30 and at Walsall Wood Library, Coppice Road, Walsall, at 2.00pm - 3.30pm. Both events are free.

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Circus skills workshop in Walsall

Summer Reading Challenge circus skills workshop at Brownhills Library, Parkview Centre, Brownhills, Walsall, on Wednesday 27th July, 11.00am - 12.30pm. Children can learn juggling, stilt walking, diablo and plate spinning. Tel: 01922 650730 to book a place.

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Circus skills workshop

To celebrate the launch of the Summer Reading Challenge, Boo Boo The Clown's Entertainments will be at Aldridge Library, Rookery Lane, Walsall, on Saturday 16th July, 10.00am - 12noon. Children can learn skills such as juggling, stilt walking, diablo and plate spinning. Contact 01922 655569

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Sweet Hearts Event

20 - 24 June 2011

Jo is author of the Sweet Hearts series and in June we will be doing a promotional tour to celebrate the publication of the third Sweet Hearts book, Sweet Hearts: Forget Me Not. Jo's event is a very humorous and lively presentation on how a book comes to be published. Most children (and even adults) don't really know what the publishing process involves. Jo goes through the whole process including pitching to publishers, editing and cover design, using the Sweet Hearts series as an example. Jo is a former teachers and actress and is very entertaining and normally has the kids giggling away.

If you would be interested in having Jo come to your school to do an event between 20 - 24 June (or at a later date), please email Louise Vallant. As this is a promotional tour, there will be no fee for the event.

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Meet Ally Kennen at the launch of her new book, Quarry!

5 February

Drop in to Waterstone's in Taunton and meet local author Ally Kennen, and hear her talk about her brand new Teen Chiller, QUARRY!

Saturday 5th February
2pm to 4pm

Waterstone's Taunton
The County Hotel, East Street
Taunton TA1 3LU

For more information, please contact Catherine Alport

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Matt Lynn

Thursday 24 March 2011

Matt Lynn, whose new book "Shadow Force" has just been published, will be giving at talk at Bishopbriggs Library, 170 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs G64 2LX
on
Thursday 24th March
2.30pm.
The event is free but ticketed.

For more information, contact David Kenvyn

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Glitter

January 2011

Glitter

Discover the latest fashion trends.
Be pampered - enjoy massage, facials, hair styling, make up, and nail art.
Indulge yourself with our chocolate fountain, bubbly and tasty treats.
Relax with live music from Jazz trio 'Reflections'.

Featuring a Fashion Show from the Cardiff School of Creative and Cultural Industries.

Cardiff Central Library
Friday 28th January, 7pm

Tickets £6 available from Cardiff Central Library.

Contact Laura Wood

Cardiff Central Library
The Hayes
029 2038 2116
centrallibrary@cardiff.gov.uk
www.cardiff.gov.uk/centrallibrary
www.facebook.com/cardiff.central.library

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Philip Caveney

January 2011 - April 2011

The wonderful author of the highly popular SEBASTIAN DARKE series has written a prequel - A BUFFALOPE'S TALE. Perfect for 9 - 11 year olds. "Unputdownable!" CBBC Newsround

Contact laura@bookguild.co.uk

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