Cannock Library offers a Warm Welcome this Spring
Join us at Cannock Library as Winter turns into Spring for extra coffee mornings and afternoon tea. We have board games, dominoes, cards, mindfulness colouring books and jigsaws, so come along with friends and family or pop in and make new friends. We can also point you in the direction of other activity and chances to meet new people in the area, just ask.
Coffee mornings/afternoon tea
- Every Tuesday 2pm-4pm
- Every Thursday 2pm – 4pm
- Every Friday between 10am and 12 Noon.
Monthly craft sessions (January-March) – learn something new, have fun, meet new people.
|
Join us on Friday 8th March 2.00-4:00 for a free afternoon tea, with sandwiches and cakes galore – It is a FREE drop-in and a chance to find out more about what the Library can offer. Ask at the library for details.
These additional activities have been made possible by Know Your Neighbourhood funding – look out for more information on this scheme, including volunteering opportunities with libraries soon.
Contact us on 01543 334525 or email cannock.library@staffordshire.gov.uk for more information.
|
 National Storytelling Week at Cannock Library
We had an absolutely fantastic time celebrating National Storytelling Week in February!
The children had lots of fun making their own hats, after listening to Sharon read Grumpy Hat by Nicola Kent.
Thank you to those who joined us for stories and crafts this morning! The children sat beautifully for story time and we absolutely love getting to display your fantastic work in the library.
Hednesford Community Library Circular Walk
Join us for a healthy 8 mile walk from Hednesford Community Library & discover the Great Outdoors as we walk a circular route to Castle Ring Iron Age Hillfort.
Friday 22nd March
10:00am departure (please arrive for 9:45am)
£2 per person (book early as places are limited)
Bring a packed lunch and wear sensible footwear and clothing for the weather conditions.
Please contact Hednesford Community Library on 01543 422798 or e-mail Hednesford.library@staffordshire.gov.uk for further details or to book
Hednesford Community Library is managed in partnership by Staffordshire Library and Arts Service and Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust and run day to day by a dedicated team of volunteers.
|
Take part in the Great British Spring Clean on Cannock Chase
We are asking everyone to join in with the national campaign to help to protect our own special Cannock Chase National Landscape. We are all responsible for keeping it unspoilt, natural, wild and beautiful for everyone to be able to enjoy in the future.
Join a group or go out as an individual and make a difference. Be #litterheroes
The national campaign takes place from 15th to 31st March. Find out more a the Great British Spring Clean website
To find out more about Cannock Chase visit the National Landscapes website here and sign up to receive their monthly e-newsletter here.
|
Rugeley Library Board Games Club
The new Board Games Club runs every Thursday at Rugeley Library, from 2pm onwards! Enjoy board games, card games and hot drinks!
Free – just drop-in
Call Rugeley Library on (01889) 869063 for more information.
|
 History Hunters at Cannock Library
The Museum of Cannock Chase is taking the stores on the road! Join them at Cannock Library each month to look at the museum’s collection of photographs, documents and objects from Cannock’s past. Ideal for anyone interested in the local area.
Wednesday March 20th, 17th April, 22nd May.
2pm- 3.30pm Cannock Library FREE, no booking required
For more details and future dates Tel: 01543 334525 email cannock.library@staffordshire.gov.uk or visit the Museum of Cannock Chase Facebook page, call 01543 877666 or email museumofcannockchase@ihlmail.org
Meet the Collections Officer from Museum of Cannock Chase at Rugeley Library
On Friday 1st March, 10am-12 Noon, Morwenna Rae, Collections Officer at the Museum of Cannock Chase, will be at Rugeley Library!
This free, drop-in session is perfect for anyone who is interested in local history and the curation of Museums.
Call Rugeley Library on (01889) 869063 for more information.
Dungeons and Dragons
Rugeley Library is looking to start an under 15s D&D group!
If you are new to D&D or looking for a new party to adventure with, let us now!
You can inquire for more details at the front desk or email us at rugeley.library@staffordshire.gov.uk
Days and times to be confirmed
|
Cannock Chase Special Area of Conservation displays at Hednesford Community Library and Brereton Community Library this March
Why not pop along to Hednesford or Brereton this March and explore the latest information from the organisation. There are also puzzle booklets and stickers!
Kinga Niedzinska, Cannock Chase SAC Engagement Officer says:
‘’ The Cannock Chase Special Area of Conservation (SAC) Partnership is excited to share the new information material with the community. The materials include information about protecting Cannock Chase and help us to engage with the public.’’
Available to view during normal open hours.
|
 Places of Welcome at Cannock Library
Cannock Library hosts a weekly ‘Place of Welcome’ every Monday from 11:00am – 1:00pm.
Places of Welcome are a place where people can feel safe to connect, belong and contribute.
These are run by community groups who want to make sure everyone has a place to go for conversation and a cup of tea if and when they need it.
All Places of Welcome are open to everyone and offer:
- Friendship and hospitality;
- Regular opening at the same time each week;
- Free refreshments (donations welcome);
- Local knowledge about the neighbourhood.
Cannock Library
11:00am – 1:00pm every Monday (except Bank Holidays)
FREE – just pop along, have a cuppa and a chat with our friendly local volunteers from the St. Vincent De Paul Society.
Find out more about Places of Welcome here: www.placesofwelcome.org.uk/ , pop into Cannock Library or call 01543 334525 or e-mail cannock.library@staffordshire.gov.uk
Destination Access Guide for Cannock Chase National Landscape
The team at the Cannock Chase National Landscape have recently launched the first Destination Access Guide for Cannock Chase National Landscape.
The purpose of the guide is to give visitors more information on accessible leisure activities that can be visited if you have a disability, require assistance with access, or a parent and guardian with small children and a buggy. Helping everyone to be able to plan, easily explore and have a great day out.
Find out more or download the guide here
|
Learn French at Cannock Library
Do you want to keep your mind sharp? Why not give your brain a weekly workout by learning French?
Fun & friendly environment, experienced, supportive tutor
Tuesdays 11:30-12:30
Call 07793 556020 or e-mail jane@jlhlanguages.org to find out more
|
Cannock Library Bereavement Help Point - Here to Help
A new partnership with St Giles Hospice in the Cannock area is offering a Bereavement Help Point to the Cannock community.
The weekly help point offers :
- Information on how to manage your grief following the death of a loved one
- Advice on how to support yourself and where to receive further help if you need it
- A listening ear, because sometimes all you need to do is talk things through with people who understand
- Library book stock from the Reading Agency Grief and Bereavement Collection is available to borrow
Why not drop in for a cup of tea and a chat with one of our trained bereavement support volunteers.
A partnership between St Giles Hospice & Staffordshire Library & Arts Service
Cannock Library
Every Monday 10:30am-12:30pm (Excluding Bank Holidays)
Contact Cannock Library on (01543) 334525 or St Giles Hospice on (01543) 434 535 or at community.development@stgileshospice.com for more information.
Interested in volunteering to help? Please contact St Giles on the above number/e-mail.
|
Library Coffee Mornings
Pop into your local library for a warm welcome!
Rugeley Library Places of Welcome, every Friday 10am to 12 Noon.
Brereton Community Library Coffee Morning, every Thursday 9:30am to 12 Noon.
Cheslyn Hay Community Library Places of Welcome, every Thursday 10am to 12 Noon
Heath Hayes Community Library Places of Welcome, every Friday 10am to 12 Noon
Hednesford Community Library Places of Welcome, every Wednesday 11am to 12:30pm
Norton Canes Community Library Places of Welcome Free Tea/ Coffee, Biscuits/toast - Saturday Mornings 10:15 - 12:30
You can find out what is going on at your local library here
|
Find Your Library Online!
Looking for a group or activity? Need to renew or order a book? Want to check out Staffordshire Libraries social media pages!
You can now find them all in one place here: linktr.ee/staffordshirelibraries
|
|
