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  Events for Tuesday, 10 September 2019
  • Lasting Diaries
    Lasting Diaries - Barrow Library, Tuesday, Sept 10 from 9am. 9am to 12pm. BBC Radio Cumbria's Caroline Robertson will be broadcasting live from Barrow Library, celebrating 80 years of Nella Last, Barrow's 'Housewife 49'. 9am to 2pm. Pixel Portrait of Nella Last - come help us make a huge portrait of Barrow's famous wartime diarist out of 26,000 ration stamps! Like a giant paint-by-numbers, we'll be giving out ration card templates for everyone to build up the picture, adding small stickers done in the style of ration tokens. Stamp-by-stamp, from ham to jam, coffee to tea, with a communal effort together we'll build our mass participation portrait of Nella. 10am til they're gone - Dalton's Kooks Catering have baked some WW2 biscuit recipes for free nibbles at the event. Curl-up in the Listening Post armchair to listen to extracts from Nella Last's diary, recounting life in Barrow 80 years ago as WW2 begun on September 3, 1939. Performed by Barrow actress, Helen Newell.
    VENUE: Barrow Library and Archives
    DATE:  10th September 2019
    TIME: 09:00 - 17:00
  • Baby Bounce and Rhyme
    Singing, Rhymes, Stories for children aged 0-4 years. Tuesdays and Thursdays - first Session 10am/Second Session 11am
    VENUE: Penrith Library
    DATE:  10th September - 17th October 2019
    TIME: 10:00 - 11:30
  • Writing Workshop with Zosia Wand
    As part of our Lasting Diaries Celebrating 80 years since Nella Last began writing her diaries. 12pm to 1pm. Join Ulverston author Zosia Wand at a FREE relaxed writing workshop, getting inspiration from great diarists and support to get into the routine of writing a diary. Please book with the Library on 01229 407373 or 407377
    VENUE: Barrow Library and Archives
    DATE:  10th September 2019
    TIME: 12:00 - 13:00
  • Edward Taylor Organ Recital - Carlisle Cathedral
    Edward Taylor, Assistant Organist here at Carlisle Cathedral, gives a free lunchtime recital on Tuesday 10 September at 12.45pm. The programme, The Colours of the Organ, includes pieces specially chosen to reflect the variety of sounds and styles which the majestic Cathedral organ can produce, including works by JS Bach, Widor and Whitlock. Installed in 1856 and built by renowned organ-maker Henry Willis, the Cathedral's organ is played daily at services; to hear it at full throttle in such a magnificent setting is a truly memorable experience.
    VENUE: Carlisle Cathedral
    DATE:  10th September 2019
    TIME: 12:30 - 13:30
  • Illustrated Art Talk: Hogarth
    Join us at Carlisle Library during September for a new series of illustrated art talks with David A. Cross. David is a writer, lecturer and independent art historian who will be discussing Hogarth on Tuesday 10th September at 1pm. Tickets £3 from Carlisle Library, refreshments included. Contact the library on 01228 227312 for more information or to reserve your ticket.
    VENUE: Carlisle Library
    DATE:  10th September 2019
    TIME: 13:00 - 14:00
  Recurring events in this month
  • Storytime at Grange Library
    Storytime at Grange Library for pre-school children with parents, grandparents and carers. Come along and enjoy some lovely stories. Storytime is termtime only, check with Library for dates.
  • Pins and Needles
    Free drop-in for those with interests in knitting, sewing or who want to learn something new. Every Tuesday 1pm - 3pm
  • Who Do You Think You Are Family History Group
    Join us for our FREE monthly Family History group session. It's a great opportunity to get tips on using Find My Past and Ancestry and to share information and ideas with others. No need to book, just drop-in on the second Monday of the month, 10am - 12noon.
  • Lego Club
    Parent / Carer and children age 5 upwards can have fun building models together based on a theme. Places are limited so booking is essential. Free (Every second Monday in the month) 3.30pm-4.30pm
  • IT Drop In
    Monthly IT Drop In sessions with Age UK South Lakeland volunteers supporting the community with any queries or problems regarding Laptops, Tablets or Smart Phones. Try Cumbria libraries online offer of FREE eBooks, eAudiobooks, newspapers, magazines, and more. Monthly Drop In from2 to 4 pm on the last Thursday of every month.
  • Dementia Awareness Drop In
    A friendly drop-in session with a volunteer from The Alzheimer's Society - for anyone affected by Dementia. Monthly on the 4th Thursday of the month. 11am-12pm 01229 404151
  • Falls Prevention with South Lakeland Age UK
    A drop-in session with advice on staying steady. Monthly on the last Tuesday each month. 10am-12pm 015394 88945
  • Silloth Local Link Reading Group
    This Reading Group meets on the last Wednesday of the month from 11-12. New members are always welcome. Please contact Silloth Local Link on 016973 31944.
  • Toddler Tales
    Come along and join us at this free weekly event for preschoolers and their adults! Stories, songs and rhyme to enjoy at this half hour session. No need to book just turn up! Every Monday.
  • Seaton Breastfeeding and Peer Support Group
    Starting on Monday 4th February from 1-3pm we will be hosting weekly drop-in sessions for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and babies. Sessions facilitated by trained breastfeeding peer supporters. For more information contact Elaine Lewis on 07900053041. Email: Elaine.lewis@cumbria.gov.uk
  • West Cumbria Carers at Workington Library
    Caring for a loved one? Baffled by benefits? Confused by Carers Allowance? Get free information and support at Workington Library. We can help with applications for: Carers Allowance, attendance allowance, personal independence payment, council tax discounts, access to grants and other funding. Appointments take place on the 1st Tuesday of every month between 10am and 1.oopm. Appointments must be booked in advance by calling 01900 821976
  • Knit and Natter
    Bring along your knitting, crochet or needlework and join us for a coffee and a natter in Café West at Workington Library. Swap patterns, show off your handiwork and meet new people. Beginners welcome. Interested. Come along every Thursday from 10-12
  • Knit and Natter
    Are you interested in sewing, embroidery, knitting, crochet and much more. Come along, bring your project and share hints and tips, swap patterns, meet new people or learn new skills. Refreshments provided. Come along on the first and third Friday of every month from 1-2.30.
  • Lego Club - Workington Library
    This is an unsupervised weekly session every Saturday from 11am to 12pm for children aged 5 and up. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Come along and have fun building models based on a theme. Booking is essential as places are limited. Places may be booked by calling in to Workington Library or telephoning on 01900 706170.
  • Distington Book Club
    We are a friendly group and meet on the third Thursday of every month from 2 - 3pm. New members welcome
  • Autism Sensory Sessions
    Enjoy our fantastic sensory resources including dark den, fibre optic lights, bubble tube, light table and our new interactive colour catch combo and multifinity explorer panels. Every Thursday 4pm-6pm and Every Saturday 10.30am - 1.30pm
  • Knit and Natter
    Free drop-in for those with interests in knitting, sewing or who want to learn something new. Every Wednesday 2pm-4pm
  • Crafty Ladies
    Bring along your knitting and crocheting. All welcome. Every Thursday 10am - 11.30am
  • Storytots
    Storytots is aimed at pre-schoolers and parents/guardians. Come and join us for a lovely time reading a story. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Every Thursday from 2.00-2.30pm.
  • Friday Jig
    Drop in and relax helping complete a communal jigsaw. Every Friday
  • Craft Group
    Free drop-in for people wanting to be creative or who want to develop their crafting skills, with a regular friendly group. Every Friday 9.30am - 12noon
  • Poetry Group
    Every 1st Tuesday of the Month. All Welcome.
  • Knit and Natter
    Free drop-in for those with interests in knitting, sewing or who want to learn something new. Every Tuesday 2pm-4pm (Held in the pop-up Library until main Library re-opens).
  • Computer Sessions with Age UK
    Free one to one advice and guidance; booking is essential. Every Wednesday
  • Ancestry Sessions
    Places are limited so please book on 01229 407373
  • Monday Makers Craft Club
    "All manner of craft activities. Knit, crochet, weaving Come along and join in!"
  • Knit and Natter
    Join in with some friendly chat and a bit of knitting.
  • Lego Club
    Parent / Carer and children age 5 upwards can have fun building models together based on a theme. Places are limited so booking is essential. Free Every second Thursday in the month.
  • Age UK Computers for Beginners
    Computer & tablet training & advice. Free drop in session with free WIFI. Use the Library resources or bring your own laptop or tablet. Every 2nd Friday of the month. Contact Jan 01946 828100 for more information.
  • Reading Group
    Another Chance to Join a Reading Group Every 3rd Friday of the Month 10am - 11am
  • IT Help Drop In
    Pop in to Ulverston library on Tuesday afternoons for all your IT enquiries with our friendly and knowledgeable volunteer. 1pm-3pm
  • Music, Rhythm and Rhyme at Wigton Library
    Join us for Rhymetime at Wigton Library 10.30-11 on Fridays from Friday 14th June. These sessions are aimed at babies and toddlers and run every Friday (Term time only)
  • Community Learning and Skills - Employability Drop-In
    Community Learning and Skills invite you to come along to talk to them about employability and what that means for you. Pop along to the Local History Room in Workington Library on Monday afternoons from 2-5 to find out more
  • Credit Union Advice
    Whitehaven, Egremont & District Credit Union at Distington Library. If you live in the Distington area, you can speak to their friendly Adviser about any issues affecting you or your family. These may include benefits, housing, employment or debt difficulties.
  • Lego Library of the Future
    Design your own Lego library of the Future on paper by the 7th September Drop in and help create the Lego Library Model in Penrith Library between the dates of 9th September - 21st September.
  • Rhymetime
    Rhymes and songs for babies and pre-school children with their adults. Weekly free drop in.
  • Lasting Diaries
    Lasting Diaries - Barrow Library, Tuesday, Sept 10 from 9am. 9am to 12pm. BBC Radio Cumbria's Caroline Robertson will be broadcasting live from Barrow Library, celebrating 80 years of Nella Last, Barrow's 'Housewife 49'. 9am to 2pm. Pixel Portrait of Nella Last - come help us make a huge portrait of Barrow's famous wartime diarist out of 26,000 ration stamps! Like a giant paint-by-numbers, we'll be giving out ration card templates for everyone to build up the picture, adding small stickers done in the style of ration tokens. Stamp-by-stamp, from ham to jam, coffee to tea, with a communal effort together we'll build our mass participation portrait of Nella. 10am til they're gone - Dalton's Kooks Catering have baked some WW2 biscuit recipes for free nibbles at the event. Curl-up in the Listening Post armchair to listen to extracts from Nella Last's diary, recounting life in Barrow 80 years ago as WW2 begun on September 3, 1939. Performed by Barrow actress, Helen Newell.
  • Baby Bounce and Rhyme
    Singing, Rhymes, Stories for children aged 0-4 years. Tuesdays and Thursdays - first Session 10am/Second Session 11am
  • Writing Workshop with Zosia Wand
    As part of our Lasting Diaries Celebrating 80 years since Nella Last began writing her diaries. 12pm to 1pm. Join Ulverston author Zosia Wand at a FREE relaxed writing workshop, getting inspiration from great diarists and support to get into the routine of writing a diary. Please book with the Library on 01229 407373 or 407377
  • Edward Taylor Organ Recital - Carlisle Cathedral
    Edward Taylor, Assistant Organist here at Carlisle Cathedral, gives a free lunchtime recital on Tuesday 10 September at 12.45pm. The programme, The Colours of the Organ, includes pieces specially chosen to reflect the variety of sounds and styles which the majestic Cathedral organ can produce, including works by JS Bach, Widor and Whitlock. Installed in 1856 and built by renowned organ-maker Henry Willis, the Cathedral's organ is played daily at services; to hear it at full throttle in such a magnificent setting is a truly memorable experience.
  • Illustrated Art Talk: Hogarth
    Join us at Carlisle Library during September for a new series of illustrated art talks with David A. Cross. David is a writer, lecturer and independent art historian who will be discussing Hogarth on Tuesday 10th September at 1pm. Tickets £3 from Carlisle Library, refreshments included. Contact the library on 01228 227312 for more information or to reserve your ticket.