This year's Summer Reading Challenge theme is Mischief
Makers, inspired by the much-loved iconic children's title Beano, which
celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2018.
Children will explore a map of Beanotown to find the
mysterious buried treasure and become ultimate mischief makers! Dennis, Gnasher
and friends will help.
How do I get started?
Join the
Summer Reading Challenge and pick up your Mischief Makers collector’s map at
your local Southampton library.
It’s completely free!
All you have
to do is read six books over the summer holidays. There are rewards to
collect on the way and a certificate and medal too. Last year over 2,500
children took part in Southampton alone!
When can I start?
Mischief
Makers will launch in your local library on Saturday 14 July 2018 and
run until Saturday 1 September 2018
Drop into
any library from 14 July this year it’s going to be HUGE!
Local author and Southampton City Libraries friend, Ali Sparkes
is launching her newest book; "Death By Detention". More
information about Ali's newest title can be found here
The book launch at Woolston Library takes place on
Friday 6 July from 3.45pm to 4.45pm during which Ali will give a short
presentation, Q&A and offer a book signing. Refreshments will be available
and copies will be available to purchase on the day.
Ali Sparkes book launch / Woolston Library / Friday 6 July /
3.45pm to 4.45pm
Do you or someone you know want help getting started online? Getting the most from your smartphone? Curious about staying safe online?
Join our workshop to get up to speed with all the basics of using your devices both online and safely.
The workshops will run 10am to 1pm however you can drop in at anytime that suits and join in.
There will be Google trainers on hand to help you and answer any questions you have, as well as staff from the Post Office and Southampton City Libraries. If you have a mobile phone, laptop, ipad etc. then please do bring it with you however we will also have devices you can use too.
The sessions will be very relaxed and refreshments will be available throughout the session.
Southampton Central Library / Friday 6 July / 10am to 1pm
Visually Impaired Reading Groups
We have two fantastic reading groups dedicated to those living with a visual impairment. Each month we will provide you with a title in a suitable format that you listen to at home. You can then share your reading and listening experiences with the group in an informal and friendly atmosphere at the library. Refreshments are provided.
The groups meet once a month and the next meeting dates are:
Bitterne Library / Thursday 12 July / 2pm to 4pm
Central Library / Saturday 7 July / 10am to 11.30am
We may be able to provide transport to and from the library for a small fee or you can make your own travel arrangements
For more information, please contact:
Allison Kirby, Central Library, Civic Centre
Tel: 023 8083 3304
Email: allison.kirby@southampton.gov.uk
2018 Evening Talks at Portswood Library
Friends of Portswood Library in association with SEE Southampton present 'Summer Evening Talks 2018' programme of speakers.
All talks commence at 7.15pm and entry is completely free.
Weds 18 July - The Story of Southampton's Docks by Jack Wilson
Weds 15 August - Notable and Notorious Women of Southampton by Sandra Lochhead
Weds 29 August - John Arlott, Southampton Policeman & Poet
Weds 19 September - Southampton and the Spitfire by Geoff Wheeler
Weds 17 October - Public Transport in Southampton by Steve Roberts
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The Friends of Bitterne Library also have an evening talk taking place over the summer.
"The Suffragette Movement" with Ally Hayes is on Thursday 26 July at 7pm.
Completely free with no need to book.
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