 100 year celebration for library is storming success
Wokingham Library celebrated its 100th birthday with a charity coffee morning yesterday (Thursday 5 September).
Around 70 people attended, including Borough Mayor Cllr Adrian Mather, as they learned more about the history of the library and enjoyed delicious homemade cakes.
The celebration raised more than £150 for SHARE Wokingham, which redistributes food to those in need that would otherwise go to waste.
Also in attendance were former library staff and the many volunteers involved in the library service. There was a display board with information about the history of Wokingham Library, which has had four homes in its history.
 California Cross reopens, nearing completion
California Cross opened earlier this week ahead of the new September school term. The road in Finchampstead is now open in all directions to traffic and bus routes have returned to normal.
Work will continue at the parking bays outside the shops, but Avery Corner car park is also open for use.
Resurfacing and road marking will take place overnight (8pm to 6am) until the end of the month, so please take extra care in the meantime.
Look out for our California Cross updates newsletter for the latest information. You can sign up on our website.
 Pensioners could get support worth £3,900
Did you know almost 900,000 pensioners nationally are missing out on financial support they’re entitled to? This includes thousands of Wokingham Borough residents who are not taking up their extra money through Pension Credit.
As part of Pension Credit Week of Action, we’re encouraging pension age residents to check their entitlement. The average claim is worth £3,900 per year.
If you’re eligible, it mean you’ll also receive the Winter Fuel Payment, which is no longer being automatically paid following a Government announcement in July.
If you’re pension age, you can check your eligibility using the button below. If you have neighbour or relatives who are not online, you could take them through it.
 Taster sessions as part of National Fitness Day
There are lots of ways to get involved locally with National Fitness Day, which is on Wednesday 18 September.
Whether you are looking for a gentle activity that connects you with nature, a harder test of your fitness levels, or you simply want a health check, there is something for everyone.
On National Fitness Day itself, you can take part in a Running Places session. There is a mixed session starting at 7.30am and a women's only session at 6pm. These both start at Wokingham Leisure Centre and are due to last one hour. You can take part in a 3km or 5km route and it is free to attend.
Cantley Park in Wokingham will then play host to a range of free activities on Friday 20 September, including :
Places Leisure will also be around with some challenges and information about the leisure centres in the borough. To support National Fitness day, Places Leisure is also offering free five-day membership passes across our sites.
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