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  Events for Thursday, 11 April 2019
  • Talkin AWESOME Adventure Day
    ARCHERY - WOODLAND SKILLS - ORIENTEERING Drop the kids for a day of AWESOME Adventure Activities at Talkin Tarn Country Park. Our qualified, experienced instructors will guide your children through a range of exciting outdoor activities, ensuring that they are well looked after with lunch provided by the Talkin Tarn Tea Rooms. Suitable for children between the ages of 8 and 14 years, our Adventure Day Camps provide the perfect opportunity to get out into the fresh air, away from the distractions of tablets and games consoles - and a bit of peace and quiet for the grown ups during school holidays! Places on these events must be pre-booked. Registration on the day opens at 9am, with collection by 3:30. Extended supervision can be arranged around these times, please contact us directly. All of our instructors hold an enhanced DBS check and are suitably qualified to run our activities.
    VENUE: Talkin Tarn Country Park
    DATE:  11th April 2019
    TIME: 09:00 - 15:30
  • Waste Prevention Activity
    Sarah McNeil will be running a fun waste prevention activity for families. Places are limited so booking is essential.
    VENUE: Whitehaven Library
    DATE:  11th April 2019
    TIME: 14:00 - 15:00
  • Author Event: M W Craven and Kate Jackson at Carlisle Library
    Join us for an afternoon with best-selling crime writer M. W. Craven in conversation with crime fiction reviewer and blogger Kate Jackson. Held in conjunction with the Crime Writers' Association, they will discuss how crime fiction has been shaped by the modern world. Mike's novel "The Puppet Show," features a serial killer committing murders in the Lake District's prehistoric stone circles. Kate is the author of "The Pocket Detective: 100+ puzzles," in the British Library Crime Classics series.
    VENUE: Carlisle Library
    DATE:  11th April 2019
    TIME: 15:00 - 16:30
  • Martin Edwards author talk
    An afternoon of crime with bestselling crime writer Martin Edwards. Martin will be talking about his latest novel 'Gallows Court' and answering your questions too! An event not to be missed... call in/ring 01539 713520 for £2 tickets.
    VENUE: Kendal Library
    DATE:  11th April 2019
    TIME: 15:00 - 16:15
  • 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.
    VENUE: Cleator Moor Library
    DATE:  11th April - 12th December 2019
    TIME: 15:30 - 16:30
  • Crime Writer Association - Authors event
    Join us for an evening of Classic and Contemporary Crime! Best selling crime writers Martin Edwards, Marsali Taylor and Jean Briggs in conversation. Held in conjunction with the Crime Writers' Association, this is an event not to be missed! Entry by ticket only, available from the library 01229 404151
    VENUE: Ulverston library
    DATE:  11th April 2019
    TIME: 19:00
  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
  • Meditation Classes
    Weekly Drop In Meditation classes led by Buddhist Nun Kelsang Minche. Classes will resume on Thursday starting Jan 17th. No need to book, just turn up. Each class contains two meditations and a talk on some aspect of Buddhism
  • 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.
  • Age UK drop –in
    Information and advice from the local West Cumbrian team. Last Wednesday of every month 1.30pm-3.30pm
  • 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
  • Meditation for Busy people
    Weekly drop in classes every Thursday evening giving practical advise about how to incorporate meditation and Buddhist teachings into your daily life. No need to pre book. Just turn up. No experience necessary.
  • Much More Than Meets The Eye! by James Owen Thomas
    James Owen Thomas is a new young artist who creates his art from things other cast aside. "From an early age, I always preferred to see litter in bins rather than it is spoiling the countryside, parks and seashore. I later realised how some of it can be recycled and this developed into a special interest exploring my own ideas in art. I began finding a use for brightly-coloured scratch cards that had been thrown away. Now I am pleased to say that some local businesses save them for me. I make them into pictures and sometimes combine them with paper wrappings or beachcombed items etc"
  • Forgotten Landscapes, Hidden Secrets by Andrew Burns Colwill
    An exhibition of paintings from Bristol based Andrew Burns Colwill - From stony riverbanks, ageless roots and mossy blankets rise minerals, meadows and gentle slopes supporting mighty peaks dotted with silver dwellings and streaked with grey stone walls. A timeless landscape rich in history, forgotten stories and hidden secrets.
  • 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
  • Tiny Treasures
    Free sessions for toddlers with their parents/ carers Every Monday 10am - 11am
  • 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
  • Come and Play
    For parents/carers and children. Every Thursday in Term Time 12.30 - 2pm
  • 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.
  • Talkin AWESOME Adventure Day
    ARCHERY - WOODLAND SKILLS - ORIENTEERING Drop the kids for a day of AWESOME Adventure Activities at Talkin Tarn Country Park. Our qualified, experienced instructors will guide your children through a range of exciting outdoor activities, ensuring that they are well looked after with lunch provided by the Talkin Tarn Tea Rooms. Suitable for children between the ages of 8 and 14 years, our Adventure Day Camps provide the perfect opportunity to get out into the fresh air, away from the distractions of tablets and games consoles - and a bit of peace and quiet for the grown ups during school holidays! Places on these events must be pre-booked. Registration on the day opens at 9am, with collection by 3:30. Extended supervision can be arranged around these times, please contact us directly. All of our instructors hold an enhanced DBS check and are suitably qualified to run our activities.
  • Waste Prevention Activity
    Sarah McNeil will be running a fun waste prevention activity for families. Places are limited so booking is essential.
  • Author Event: M W Craven and Kate Jackson at Carlisle Library
    Join us for an afternoon with best-selling crime writer M. W. Craven in conversation with crime fiction reviewer and blogger Kate Jackson. Held in conjunction with the Crime Writers' Association, they will discuss how crime fiction has been shaped by the modern world. Mike's novel "The Puppet Show," features a serial killer committing murders in the Lake District's prehistoric stone circles. Kate is the author of "The Pocket Detective: 100+ puzzles," in the British Library Crime Classics series.
  • Martin Edwards author talk
    An afternoon of crime with bestselling crime writer Martin Edwards. Martin will be talking about his latest novel 'Gallows Court' and answering your questions too! An event not to be missed... call in/ring 01539 713520 for £2 tickets.
  • 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.
  • Crime Writer Association - Authors event
    Join us for an evening of Classic and Contemporary Crime! Best selling crime writers Martin Edwards, Marsali Taylor and Jean Briggs in conversation. Held in conjunction with the Crime Writers' Association, this is an event not to be missed! Entry by ticket only, available from the library 01229 404151