Got plans for the weekend? Here are some ideas of things to do in Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Alnwick, Scotland, Ireland and more:
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Leeds
Libraries Newsletter - August 2022 |
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Happy
Yorkshire Day!
'Ow do. As we are a Yorkshire library service, we like to bring
you value for money! Find out about Summer Reading Challenge events for
families, celebrate Jamaican heritage and enjoy books, all for FREE! You
don't need to dig deep into your pockets this month. Below is a lovely image of our Yorkshire Room, this room houses
thousands of books, maps & newspaper cuttings.
With resources packed onto the shelves we have everything
you need to investigate the history of Yorkshire. Keep reading to find reight good events and books!
Out of Many, One
People
May 2022 to February 2023. On April 3rd 1962 Jamaica declared Out of Many, One People as
the nation’s motto, just four months before independence from Britain was
ushered in on August 6th. Sixty years on it is more relevant for the
whole world today than ever, one which has inspired the Out of Many Festival.
Rebellion to Romance
Thursday 28 July- Sat 29 October 2022 Visit the Rebellion to Romance exhibition in Room 700, Leeds
Central Library to enjoy a celebration of Jamaica’s roots, culture, art and
unique vibes. Curated by The Jamaican Society and Leeds Libraries you will
find photos and keepsakes alongside books from our collections telling a
powerful story of young Black people hugely influenced by Jamaican culture,
music and style, immersed in their parents’ Caribbean roots while shaping an
identity of their own.
Calabash Presents
Saturday 8 October 2022 from 11am Jamaica’s much-loved Calabash International Literary
Festival brings a hint of Treasure Beach vibe to Leeds for an
unmissable, day-long literary take-over of the library curated by Calabash
co-founders Kwame Dawes and Justine Henzell. Internationally acclaimed Emmy Award winning writer Kwame
Dawes will take to the stage in conversation with Yvonne Brewster
OBE and to introduce a tribute to the late Godmother of Dub Poetry,
Jean ‘Binta’ Breeze, as well as a stellar line up of writers of Jamaican
heritage. For more information on Out of Many and the exciting events
happening alongside the exhibition visit: leedsinspired.co.uk/collection/out-many
Read all summer long
The free Summer Reading Challenge is calling on youngsters to
find out more about the world around them by reading six or more from a
collection of science-themed story books and factual books, over the summer
break. Children can sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge for free
at any local library in Leeds or online at summerreadingchallenge.org.uk. All libraries in Leeds have a children’s section which offers a
wide range of science-themed fiction, picture books and factual books for
children of all ages and abilities. By taking part in the challenge, children will be guided by the
Gadgeteers: six science-mad characters who will help young readers to
discover more about the technology and innovation behind the world around
them. Every child that completes the challenge will be awarded a certificate
and a gold medal!
Being a member of the
library can open up a whole exciting world of books for children.
Children don’t have to be library members already but the Summer
Reading Challenge is a fantastic opportunity for parents to register their
families for all the benefits of free library membership. All children who
join will receive a new members’ pack including stickers and a new-look
library card with a colourful design by illustrator Nick Sharratt. Watch our short film and discover a world of
fun! As well as borrowing books to read, we also have a full
programme of storytelling events: Steampunk Stories with
Hannah Durkan
Design and draw ingenious inventions and curious contraptions
with local author, Hannah Durkan, inspired by her book Zeina Starborn and the Sky Whale,
the first in a new adventure, fantasy series for children aged 9-12. This
event takes place at various libraries on different dates. Find out more. The Not So Grimm Twins
Join Wrongsemble as they tour Leeds with The
Not So Grimm Twins. Meet world-famous twins Jake and Will Grimm, as they
tumble from their magical wagon brimful of stories collected from every inch
of the world - from Rapunzel to Red Riding Hood. From Family Film Club, Star in a Jar to Lego Cosmic Canyon,
there is something for all interests! Find all of this and more: leedsinspired.co.uk/collection/whats-leeds-libraries Sign up to Leeds Libraries
Newsletters for Children and Families to learn more,
including Story & Rhyme and Bounce & Rhyme for under 5s.
Leeds Pride
Celebrate Pride with iconic and ground-breaking books
from LGBT+ authors. From inspirational memoirs to irresistible romances,
the stories honour the journeys of LGBT+ individuals and champion love,
acceptance and equality for all. Enjoy the special Leeds Pride collection on the BorrowBox app: Free eBooks Spot us at Leeds Pride as we march alongside the British
Library. Say hi and tell us about your favourite book!
Check in with a Mate
and Feel Proud
🌈 Anyone
can feel low, alone and even suicidal. Check-in with a mate and feel proud.
For links to local and national support services, visit suicidepreventionwestyorkshire.co.uk/support It's Time to Read
Refresh yourself by reading and relaxing on your lunch break in
our peaceful space on the third floor of Leeds Central Library. Bring your
own book or borrow one from our inspiring displays! Every Monday 12-
2pm.
Women in Translation
Month
August is Women in Translation Month. This initiative runs
annually and is growing bigger and bigger every year. Women In Translation
Month celebrates translated literature and diverse stories by women writers
from all over the world. Some of our personal favourites include Clarice Lispector,
Mariana Enriquez, Amelie Nothomb and Elfriede Jelinek, but that’s only the
tip of the iceberg. If you need some ideas, you can read more on The Reading Agency website, where you can
also find a list of suggested titles to get you started. We’d love it if you could share some of your favourites with us
throughout the month. Please tweet @LeedsLibraries using the hashtag
#WITMonth and let us know which books by brilliant women writers you’d like
to celebrate. The Big Jubilee Read
As part of The Big Jubilee Read celebrations this summer Leeds
Libraries held tea parties, bunting workshops and film clubs in our libraries,
watch this short film and see if you can spot yourself
enjoying the festivities. You can watch Twixt t'Covers, a bookclub-style panel event,
discussing the Big Jubilee Booklist that took place at Harrogate Library here
Image
credit to: Helen Langdale Photograpy helenlangdale.photography Free Business Support
A Leeds entrepreneur is urging others to
pop down to the local library to get free support on how to start or grow a
business. Elena Rubiu set up her ceramics business after attending the
Start-Up Leeds programme based at Horsforth Library last year. Start-Up Leeds features a series of workshops, one-to-one
business champion support and access to business information and databases.
It is run through the Leeds Libraries Service and delivered in partnership
with AD:VENTURE, Leeds City Council and the Business & IP Centre (BIPC)
Leeds. “In Italy
there is nothing like this. It’s very accessible and covers a lot of
different topics and gives you good basic knowledge. I would not be where I
am if I had not done that course. It gave me courage and confidence. Start-Up
Leeds is a great resource; I’d recommend it to anybody,” said
Elena. Find out more. Sign up to the Business & IP Centre newsletter and visit your nearest BIPC Local to find out about the
free support available. Volunteer with Leeds
Libraries
Interested in volunteering some of your time with Leeds
Libraries? Through our Reading Friends programme, you can help bring people
together to chat and share stories through the power of reading. Volunteering
can help you: 💭 Learn new skills 👥 Meet new people 👏 Make a positive difference in
your community 📃 Enhance your CV Find out about all of our other volunteering opportunities
including Heritage, Drawing Room, Community and Digital volunteers, follow
this link: leeds.gov.uk/jobs-skills-and-training/volunteering/volunteering-in-libraries
or get in touch to find out more: customeraccessvolunteers@leeds.gov.uk Leeds Libraries Top
Picks
This month we are:
Tag us in your recommendations on social media @LeedsLibraries
#LeedsReads If you're not already, make sure you're following us on social
media to get the latest news and see what we're up to. |
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Pop-up Cafe Saturday August 6th 10.30 to 12,00 in Cleckheaton
Library
Join us for tea, coffee, juice and cake.
Bring along your friends. All welcome
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