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Thursday 4 March, 7pm - A great survey - the census
21 March is census day. Find out about the history of the census and what it can tell us about Lambeth past and present. Talk hosted by Lambeth Archivist Len Reilly.
Thursday 11 March, 7pm - Charles Dickens and Lambeth
How did Lambeth feature in the fiction and journalism of our greatest Victorian novelist, and what can Dickens tell us about the history of our area? Talk hosted by Lambeth Archivist Jon Newman.
Thursday 18 March, 7pm - What we do in the day job
Find out what goes on behind the scenes at Lambeth Archives to capture and preserve Lambeth history for future generations. Talk hosted by Lambeth Archivist Len Reilly.
Thursday 25 March, 7pm - Private lives and public history: portrait photos in the Archives
The humble portrait photograph offers a social history of Lambeth, from the earliest daguerrotypes and ambrotypes to the studio portraits of Harry Jacobs. Talk hosted by Lambeth Archivist Jon Newman.
To book and get the meeting log in details contact archives@lambeth.gov.uk
 Paul Mason
Monday 15 March, 7pm - Trump and the alt-right: what went wrong in the USA? with Paul Mason
Award-winning local journalist Paul Mason has been covering the evolution of Donald Trump's presidency and the rise of the new far right. In a preview of his forthcoming book, How to Stop Fascism, he explains why American conservatism and a new form of fascism formed a fatal attraction. Event organised by the Friends of Durning Library. Book a ticket here.
 Thursday 4 March is World Book Day! Once we resume book collection services you can collect a £1 token from your local Lambeth library for your child to be used against one of this year's World Book Day titles, available from major (and some independent) bookshops when they reopen.
 On Thursday 4 March at 2pm celebrate World Book Day with Librarian Miranda who will be retelling one of children’s favourites, Winnie the Witch and the Midnight Dragon on Instagram.
A full list of this year's WBD titles and more information and resources can be found here.
Regular Activities for Adults
 Reading Friends is a UK-wide initiative that brings people together to read, share stories, meet new friends and have fun. It's your choice whether to read aloud or sit back and listen: reading is about pleasure, not pressure!
 Mondays 6pm - LGTBQ+ Reading Friends Contact Andrew at aobrien@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
Wednesdays 9.30am - Reading Friends: Coffee with Edwin Contact Edwin at eemacrae@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
Thursdays 10.30am - Reading Friends: Book @ Breakfast Contact Sophia at sneizerawuku@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
Thursdays 3pm - The Polish Community Reading Friends Contact Arthur at alech@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
Fridays 4pm - The Caribbean Reading Friends Contact Pauline at pedole@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
Saturdays 1pm - Zine, E-Comic & Manga Reading Friends Contact Sahara at spatel6@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
 Carnegie Library
Want to chew the cud about a book you've just read? We have many friendly, stimulating reading groups to choose from. You can find more information about each group and what they are discussing on your local library Facebook page, or email Tim at todell@lambeth.gov.uk. All welcome.
 Café open Mondays at 1.30-2.15pm
Want to practice speaking English or need help with English pronunciation?
Visit our virtual café and join our friendly group, who will encourage you to be confident in a range of situations that will assist you to improve your spoken English in every day conversations.
Bring our own your cappuccino, espresso or iced tea! Contact Liz at durninglibrary@lambeth.gov.uk for meeting ID and log in details.
Regular Activities for Children
 Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays) at 10.30-11am join our librarians for songs, stories and rhymes for the under 5s on Facebook live every day @ Facebook/Lambeth Libraries: Wriggle and Rhyme Online.
 World Book Day Special
Tune in on Friday 5 March at 10.30am for a special World Book Day Wriggle & Rhyme session with Winnie the Witch, a craft activity and rhymes.
 Homework Help - photo: Pixnio
Monday to Friday at 3.30-4.30pm
Lambeth Library staff are here to support children and young people with their homework. If you have an enquiry with your homework, please contact us online at Ask a Librarian.
 Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4pm – contact Will at carnegielibrary@lambeth.gov.uk
Sundays 12pm - contact Ana at arodriguezpanadero@lambeth.gov.uk
Code Clubs for children aged 9-13 provide step-by-step activity sheets to create games, animations, and websites, learning the key concepts of coding at the same time.
 Tuesday 2 March at 6.30-7.30pm - Build a CV
We have a new online CV building tutorial for young people aged 14+ on the first Tuesday of each month.
It's never too late (or too soon!) to start your CV for college, a weekend job or university.
Join Librarian Abdul, who will demonstrate the process of starting a basic CV structure and layout. Contact aaziz@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
 Our Start-ups in London Libraries workshops are now available as webinars which are accessible remotely, wherever you are. Check out the schedule for March and book your spot. This project is designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs turn their business idea into a reality.
 Monday 1 March at 10.30-11.30am - Cobra Support
Cobra is the complete business reference adviser and contains all the information you need to turn your idea into a business. Join Project Co-ordinator Rachel as she shows you how to make best use of this excellent free resource. Email Rachel at rsamuels1@lambeth.gov.uk for details. |
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 International Women's Day is on 8 March, so of course we have a superb line-up of free online events to celebrate.
Tuesday 9 March, 7pm - Recovering Stories of Women in History with Naomi Clifford
The rape and murder of Mary Ashford in 1817 became a huge scandal and eventually led to a change of homicide laws in England. The truth, Naomi says, in discussion of her book The Murder of Mary Ashford, has been hidden in plain sight for two centuries... Event organised by the Friends of Carnegie Library. Book a ticket here.
Naomi Clifford
Wednesday 10 March, 7pm - A Kick in the Belly: Women, Slavery and Resistance with Stella Dadzie
In her novel A Kick in the Belly Stella shows how women, in subtle acts of insubordination and conscious acts of rebellion, came to undermine the very fabric and survival of West Indian slavery. Book a ticket here.
 Stella Dadzie
Tuesday 16 March, 7pm - Peace Adzo Medie discusses her latest novel, His Only Wife
Reese Witherspoon's Book Club pick and Marie Claire's October favourite, His Only Wife has been described as a Crazy Rich Asians for West Africa! Join Peace in conversation about her modern Ghanaian love story with a healthy splash of feminism. Book a ticket here.
 Peace Adzo Medie
Friday 5 March at 2pm - Celebrating Women: Good Reads for Children
Join Librarian Colette on Instagram as she picks her top reads for children to celebrate International Women's Day.
 Women's Day List Challenge
Don't forget to check out our book recommendations from 8 March with our List Challenge of women’s history, feminism and female authors...how many have you read?
Saturday 13 March at 2pm - Natural Disasters Workshop
Interested in learning how tropical storms are formed? Celebrate British Science Week with Explore Learning in this special workshop, where children will explore how natural disasters impact those living around them, and use their creative writing skills to write a speech to local communities from the government in response to a devastating hurricane. For ages: 9-12 (Years 5-7). Contact Sandra at sdavidson@lambeth.gov.uk for details.
 Thursday 18 March at 2pm - A retelling of one of Shakespeare's plays
Join Librarian Audrey on Instagram for a special child-friendly retelling of one of The Bard's plays to celebrate Shakespeare Week.
 Lambeth Libraries and Simon & Schuster are delighted to announce that they will be hosting a #DigitalOriginals #OneDay open submission day (#LoveLamLibOneDay) exclusively for residents of the London Borough of Lambeth, enabling authors to bypass the traditional route to publishing and submit, for the first time, directly to the editorial team.
S&S are inviting residents of Lambeth to submit the first three chapters of their unpublished fiction manuscript on 15 May 2021 for consideration for #DigitalOriginals, the S&S eBook first publishing programme, as part of the Lambeth Libraries Readers and Writers Literary Festival 2021.
Simon & Schuster’s Sara-Jade Virtue said: ‘I’m immensely proud of the #OneDay open submission initiative. We know that sometimes the route to publishing can be a daunting, confusing and at times terrifying road, but with #OneDay, all of the usual rules and regulations are cast aside. I’m very much looking forward to working closely with the team at Lambeth Libraries and am excited to receive submissions from residents.’
For entry details and information visit Simon & Schuster's Books and the City website.
 There's fresh new content for kids, big and little alike, every day on Lambeth Libraries Instagram. From librarians' fave reads to the eggy book challenge: we've got your biblio needs covered.
 Mondays - Book of the Week with Miranda
Every week Miranda the Laughing Librarian reads her pick of the picture books...you're welcome.
 Fridays - Spanish Storytime: Cuentacuentos with Ana
End your week in Spanish style with amazing Ana, our nautical Librarian. Bienvenida, everyone.
 Book Review with Lucie
Stuck in a reading rut? Befuddled by what book to choose next? Lovely Librarian Lucie is ever-ready with her excellent reviews.
 Global Literary Authors You Should Know with Rossella
Afraid you've missed those global big-hitters everyone else seems to know about? Get comfy with Librarian Rossella in her book corner for an immersive introduction.
From Our Friends
 Andrea Levy, courtesy of the British Library
On Thursday 4 March at 6.30pm journalist and broadcaster Gary Younge is joined by family and friends of novelist Andrea Levy to celebrate her life and work. This event, part of the Leeds Lit Festival, marks the British Library's acquisition of Andrea Levy's archive and also her birthday. Book a free ticket here.
 Lesley Pearse, courtesy of The Reading Agency
On Thursday 11 March at 7pm join global no. 1 bestselling author, Lesley Pearse, as she discusses her incredible life and career plus her latest book, Liar. This event is organised by The Reading Agency. Book a free ticket here.
 Alex Wheatle, Manchester Children's Book Festival
On Wednesday 17 March at 1pm award-winning YA writer, Alex Wheatle, looks forward to answering questions put by young people. This event is suitable for pupils aged 12-18, but open to all, and is part of the Manchester Children's Book Festival. Book a free ticket here.
 We will be moving our digital e-books and audiobooks from RBdigital to the Libby app on Tuesday 2 March. You will continue to be able to browse, borrow, and enjoy all the same great e-books and audiobooks you loved in the RBdigital app, now available in Libby from OverDrive. |
