World Book Day, Read Your Way!
If you popped into your local library on 6th March, you would have seen our fantastic library staff having a great time celebrating World Book Day. We love this global celebration of books and reading. This year, World Book Day invited everyone to 'Read Your Way'. Research shows that children feel reading is something they have to do, rather than something they choose to do. Read Your Way avoids reading pressures and expectations and empowers children and young people to have fun discovering reading on their terms. Here at Westmorland and Furness libraries, we shared pictures of our staff reading their way, in castles, up trees and surrounded by their pet rabbits! We shared stories with our story time groups and dressed up as our favourite book characters. Our wonderful outreach team visited schools and nurseries to tell stories and let the children know all about how the library can continue to inspire a love of reading for pleasure.
 Celebrating Women's History Month
Every March Women's History Month raises awareness of the contributions women have made to events through history and society.Taking place 8 March every year, International Women's Day is a chance to acknowledge the achievements of women whilst raising awareness about discrimination and gender inequality. This years theme was “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations.” We were all called on to celebrate the collective strength and influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership. Through their efforts, they have served as an inspiration for all generations.
Westmorland and Furness libraries shared book displays featuring books by and about women and enjoyed celebrating by sharing staff recommendations of their favourite books across social media and within our libraries.
 A Thank You From Love Barrow Libraries Team
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our amazing celebration for the end of the 'Love Barrow Libraries' Volunteer Project. Love Barrow Libraries Project lead said,
We wanted to share this achievement with our fantastic community. It was truly special to come together and reflect on everything we've achieved over the past 18 months. We shared stories, met other volunteers, and celebrated the impact these projects have had on our communities, which was incredibly heartwarming. Special 'Thank you!' to Olivia Dacre for the wonderful Live music performance, Steph at Cherries Catering for the incredible food and beautiful layout, Tessa Blades and the team at Libraries Connected for all their support; and special attendees Mayor Judith McEwan and Bill McEwan, along with our incredible volunteers and members!
Huge thanks also to our incredible Library Staff, for all their help, support and encouragement over the last 18 months! While this chapter of the 'Love Barrow Libraries' Project may be ending, the connections we've made and communities we've joined will continue as well as our volunteer roles at Barrow Library, which will remain open and welcoming to anyone who would like to join us!
Thank you for your continued support in your local Library Service!
Emma Wallwork
 Hungry For A Good Book
Books are our favourite type of nourishment. Settle down with a book feast with this months chooses of books to grab when you are hungry for a good book!
Cook As You Are by Ruby Tandoh
Ruby Tandoh wants us all to cook, and this is her cookbook for all of us - the real home cooks, juggling babies or long commutes, who might have limited resources and limited time. From last-minute inspiration to delicious meals for one, easy one-pot dinners to no-chop recipes for when life keeps your hands full, Ruby brings us 100 delicious, affordable and achievable recipes.
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The Sweetest Revenge by Lizzy Dent
Bridesmaids meets Emily in Paris—in London—in this hilarious and heartfelt story of one handsome neighbor, one no-good ex, and the summer Amy Duffy makes the comeback of her life.
Her past is a mess. But her present is about to get delicious.
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Bad Apple by Alice Hunter
What would you do if you found out the man you loved was rotten to the core? Trusted officer. Family man. Monster. Becky Lawson's life has been shattered. When she discovered her husband, John - a trusted policeman - was a monster, she reported him. But her faith in the system was crushed when it didn't lead to any charges or consequences. Becky knows only one of them can survive, and she'll do anything to make sure it's her. Becky must tread carefully though, because John isn't the only bad apple lurking in the shadows...
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Bone Meal For Roses by Miranda Sherry
Poppy was six years old when she was rescued from her abusive mother and taken to her grandparents' farm to recover. There, under a wide South African sky, Poppy succumbs to the magic of their garden. Slowly, her memories fade and her wounds began to heal. But as Poppy grows up into a strange, fierce and beautiful young woman, her childhood memories start to surface. And then a love affair with a troubled older man explodes her world...
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 Out Of This World
A great story takes you away. A different place, a different age and in the case of these brilliant books a whole new world!
Sea Change by Gina Chung
Ro is stuck. She’s just entered her thirties, she’s estranged from her mother, and her boyfriend has just left her to join a mission to Mars. Ro’s only companion is Dolores, a giant Pacific octopus who also happens to be Ro’s last remaining link to her father, a marine biologist who disappeared while on an expedition when Ro was a teenager. When Dolores is sold to a wealthy investor intent on moving her to a private aquarium, Ro finds herself on the precipice of self-destruction. Wading through memories of her youth, Ro has one last chance to come to terms with her childhood trauma, recommit to those around her, and find her place in an ever-changing world.
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How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff
How I Live Now is the powerful and engaging story of Daisy, the precocious New Yorker and her English cousin Edmond, torn apart as war breaks out in London. Her mother died giving birth to her, and now her dad has sent her away for the summer, to live in the English countryside with cousins she's never even met. There she'll discover what real love is: something violent, mysterious and wonderful. There her world will be turned upside down and a perfect summer will explode into a million bewildering pieces.
How will Daisy live then?
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A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle
When Charles Wallace Murry goes searching through a 'wrinkle in time' for his lost father, he finds himself on an evil planet where all life is enslaved by a huge pulsating brain known as 'It'. How Charles, his sister Meg and friend Calvin find and free his father makes this a very special and exciting mixture of fantasy and science fiction, which all the way through is dominated by the funny and mysterious trio of guardian angels.
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 Jonathan Whitelaw Author Talk
Join Jonathan Whitelaw as he discusses his Cumbria based Bingo Hall Detectives series. Set in the wonderful Lake District, the mystery novels see mother-in-law and son-in-law amateur detective duo Amita and Jason hunt down mayhem, mischief and murderers across the region. Jonathan is an award-winning author, journalist and broadcaster who scooped the Lakeland Book of the Year prize for fiction in 2023. He'll be chatting about writing, books, inspirational Cumbria and anything and everything else!
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 Regular Events and Activities
Explore a world of fun and learning! Are you ready for an exciting spring filled with captivating events and activities? Look no further than Westmorland and Furness Libraries! Did you know that alongside our exciting events, we offer a variety of regular groups and activities that cater to different interests and promote lifelong learning. Many of these regular groups are completely free, including Baby Bounce and Rhyme, Lego Club, Craft Club, Storytime, Knit and Natter, Chess Club, and many more.
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Download The Library App
Have you downloaded our library app? It's now ready for download! Access your library card digitally, renew items on-the-go, and scan any book, anywhere to check availability at your local library. We've incorporated your feedback to ensure it's packed with features you'll love!Available now on both Apple and Android devices - click the link to get started or search for CWF Libraries on the App Store or Google Play!
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