The Land that Made Us
The Peak District Farmer's Story, with Christine Gregory
 Central Library Carpenter Room
Thursday 17th October 2019
10:30am
Christine's latest book ‘The Land That Made Us’, explores how Peak District land management has changed over the last century and what this has meant for food production and wildlife now and in the future. Using words from local farmers and stunning photographs from the authors; this illustrated talk tells of local farming history and will appeal to anyone interested in wildlife conservation, land management and the glorious Peak landscape.
FREE
Mapping the Stacks
A Torchlight Tour of Sheffield Central Library Basement
 Central Library
Saturday 19th October 2019
Tours from 10:30am
Join Sheffield's silver-tongued septuaganian, Sheridan Shacklethwaite, broadcaster, historian and after tea speaker, for a light-hearted exploration of the vast basement of the Central Library. Navigate the hitherto unchartered regions, that are not normally seen by the public. Allow your senses to become dislocated among the labryinthine bookshelves on this vaguely historical, mildly accurate, thoroughly researched, completly made up, yet hugely enjoyable tour.
Stairs, low light levels and confined spaces involved. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets - £7
Crafternoon
Destination Coasters
 Central Library Reading Room
Saturday 19th October 2019
1:30pm - 3.30pm
Using maps of your favourite destinations make a set of unique decoupage coasters to use at home or give away as a personalised gift.
This event is part of our Mapping Sheffield season and accompanies the exhibition at Sheffield Central Library; running until Christmas 2019.
Suitable for ages 14+
Tickets £10
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Check out our FREE half term family activities taking place from the 26th October
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