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 Welcome to Your Library News
Sorry, we got so excited about the amazing Colm Tóibín, BorrowBox event we popped him in twice! Please see updated newsletter below.
Welcome to this month's Library newsletter. This May we are bringing you a curated collection of exciting updates, upcoming events, book recommendations, community spotlights, and much more. Whether you're an avid reader, a passionate learner, or simply love the welcoming atmosphere of our libraries, this newsletter is tailored just for you.
Stay connected, inspired, and discover new opportunities to feed your love for books and knowledge. Get ready to embark on a literary journey as we share the latest news and treasures from our libraries right to your inbox.
 My Life & Books with Helen Phifer
Saturday 13th June 2pm - Kendal Library
Friday 19th June 6pm - Barrow Library
Thursday 25th June 6pm - Penrith Library
Join Helen Phifer, bestselling writer of the hugely popular Detective Morgan Brookes series. As well as the Lucy Harwin, Beth Adams and Maria Miller series of books. Her debut novel, The Ghost House, featuring Annie Graham, went on to be a global bestseller. Helen is W&F Libraries Author Ambassador for The Year of Reading! Helen will be talking about her life and books at this not-to-be-missed event. includes a crime writers exhibition, quiz and refreshments!
W&F Libraries Read Together
Last Friday of each month at 3 pm on Facebook
W&F Libraries Read Together is a new monthly digital book club for the National Year of Reading, and everyone is welcome.Every month, a Book of the Month will be selected from BorrowBox spotlight titles, which are available for simultaneous borrowing of eBook and eAudiobook downloads on BorrowBox. Mays chosen book is Cleopatra by Natasha Solomons. Available in eBook and eAudio now on Borrowbox. Let's read together. Join us on the last Friday of each month at 3 pm on Facebook to chat about the chosen book in the comments!
Borrowbox is free for library members
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 Eggcellent Easter @ The Library
Thank you to everyone who enjoyed Easter with us. We had an Eggcellent time over the Easter Holidays at W&F Libraries. With drop In Easter Crafts, all Day Lego Days and Faerie Making Craft with Eden Arts. We also welcomed Wordsworth Trust for drop In Spring Crafts, had a Teddy Bear Sleepover and Teddy Bears Craft.
We shared our favourite children's books for International children's book day and celebrated with the winners of our Read-a-Thon and Toddler Challenge Book Bingo! Well done to everyone who took part and a huge thank you to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction for donating prizes.
 Tom Palmer Children's Reading Event
Thank you to Moorfield Learning Centre for inviting us to their celebration of children's reading. The event welcomed over 200 children from local primary schools to hear from the fantastic author Tom Palmer. It was a wonderful opportunity to bring children together to celebrate the joy of reading and to learn about the writing process. We weer delighted to tell them about what the library has to offer. The children were an absolute credit to their schools.
"It was a great day! So proud of all our local primary children - they engaged so well and asked great questions. As ever, Tom Palmer was an inspiration" Moorfield Learning Centre
 Teddy Bear's Sleepover
Thank you to every one who took part in our teddy Bear's sleep over. Barrow Library welcomed a variety of different teddies at the weekend for our Teddy Bear's Sleepover and shared pictures of what they got up to. The teddies enjoyed seeing what our libraries had to offer like colouring in, plenty of books, cosy places to sit and even books about them (we are looking at you Paddington!) Keep an eye out for more Teddy Bear sleepovers in the summer
 Writers Rump Poetry and Prose
Huge thank you to all the performers and audience members who joined us for our latest event with Writer Rump at Kendal Library. We had a great time and a bumper crowd. Writer Rump celebrate the work of local authors and poets. We were treated to wonderful poetry and prose from artists who count award winners and Edinburgh Fringe performers amongst their number! We received some lovely audience feedback,
Thanks all... it was a great evening.
Thank you all, especially Tina and Kendal Library.
 Daughters of Blencathra Author Event
A big thank you to everyone who attended our author event at with Alex Pine and doctor Tim Sanders from Penrith Mountain Rescue Team at Penrith Library. Alex discussed his new novel Daughters of Blencathra and the reason for writing the book and Tim talked about real life rescues and the invaluable work the team provides. After Q&A Alex signed copies of his new book. Huge thank you to The Hedgehog Bookshop, for supporting this event. If you didn’t attend and would like a book they have signed copies available.
 Women in Rugby League Exhibition
We are delighted to be able to showcase Women In Rugby League's exhibition at Barrow Library this month. Huge thanks to Mary McPortland for sharing her knowledge and research with us as well as her fantastic memorabilia! Mary is also encouraging people to share their memories of Women's Rugby League in the area. You can do this by visiting Barrow Library and putting your memories in the feedback box after having a look at the exhibition. Why not join us for this fantastic celebration for Local and Community history month this May.
 Green Libraries Book of The Month!
Bothered By Bugs By Emily Gravett
Join in all the woodland fun with this funny picture book with an important environmental message, starring Pete the Badger, star of Emily Gravett's award-winning books Tidy and Too Much Stuff!. (We promise no bugs were harmed in the making of this book!) Richly detailed, wonderfully humorous illustrations will keep readers coming back for more, and this gorgeous book features some very easy fruit-based recipes for everyone to enjoy. Twice Kate Greenaway Medal winner Emily Gravett's delightful rhyming story is a colourful celebration of nature's equilibrium and promises fun, laughter and learning. The perfect book to read aloud.
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 Way Back When
Delve into the mystery of the past with our selection of books from way back when. Explore fascinating fiction and walk in the shoes of our ancestors. Be transported to another time and learn from the mistakes and marvels of the past. Whatever you love about history go all in for the year of reading and escape into times gone by, Find our picks on Borrow Box here.
eBooks on BorrowBox
So many fantastic eBooks to borrow for free with your library card.
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, The King's Witches by Kate Foster, Feminist History for Every Day of the Year by Kate Mosse, The Florence Sisters by Tessa Harris and The Sirens by Emilia Hart.
Explore eBooks here.
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eAudio on BorrowBox
Listen to the stories that inspired what you love. Our BorrowBox collection includes so great examples including,
The Original by Nell Stevens, The Death of Shame by Ambrose Parry, Ripeness by Sarah Moss, The Midnight Hour by Eve Chase and Odyssey by Stephen Fry.
Explore eAudio here.
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ePress on BorrowBox
Did you know that we have a huge collection of digital newspapers and magazines all available with your library account through BorrowBox. If you love history there is a great choice including,
Homes & Antiques, Period Living UK, Who Do You Think You Are? and All About History.
Explore ePress here.
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 Curious Minds
Whether it’s the morning crossword or a tv panel show we all love quizzes and games. Get curious with our choices of books for the year of reading, curious minds. If you love finding stuff out, testing your knowledge and learning something new then these books are for you. Find our picks on Borrow Box here.
eBooks on BorrowBox
So many fantastic eBooks to borrow for free with your library card.
The Murder Game by John Curran, This Is for Everyone by Tim Berners-Lee, Pokémon: Evolutions Guide, Nexus by Yuval Noah Harari and Is Maths Real? by Eugenia Cheng.
Explore eBooks here.
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eAudio on BorrowBox
Listen to the stories that inspired what you love. Our BorrowBox collection includes so great examples including,
The Trading Game by Gary Stevenson, Minecraft: Castle Redstone by Sarwat Chadda, The Family Game by Catherine Steadman, The Bingo Hall Detectives by Jonathan Whitelaw and The Game Master Mansion Mystery by Rebecca Zamolo.
Explore eAudio here.
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ePress on BorrowBox
Did you know that we have a huge collection of digital newspapers and magazines all available with your library account through BorrowBox. If you love gaming there is a great choice including,
Stuff, New Scientist, Retro Gamer and Edge UK.
Explore ePress here.
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Silent Reading Group @ Penrith Library
Wednesday 6th May @ Penrith Library, 6pm
A silent book club is a 'no pressure' book club where people meet to read their current book together in silence. There is no assigned reading or homework, and no mandatory discussion.
It's a relaxed environment to read and enjoy the company of like-minded individuals.
Book yourself a space now by popping into Penrith Library or giving us a ring on 01768 812100.
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 Colm Tóibín Online Author Event
Wednesday 3rd June, Online, 10am
Join us for an exclusive online event with Colm Tóibín on Wednesday 3 June! Don’t miss the award-winning author of Brooklyn and Long Island, as he discusses his latest release, The News from Dublin, followed by a live audience Q&A. Hosted by @BorrowBox – sign up FREE here
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.
Explore the wonderful opportunities available to you!
Check out our regular groups and activities. 👇
Barrow Group Libraries - Walney, Roose, Askam, Ulverston, Dalton & Ormsgill
Penrith Group Libraries - Alston, Appleby, Kirkby Stephen & Shap
Kendal Group Libraries - Ambleside, Grange, Kirkby Longsdale, Milnthorpe, Sedbergh & Windermere
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