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  Events for Thursday, 8 August 2019
  • Junk Model Rocket
    Create a giant rocket from junk materials with your fellow space cadets. Children over 5
    VENUE: Carlisle Library
    DATE:  8th August 2019
    TIME: 10:30 - 11:30
  • Intergalactic experiments at Workington Library
    As part of Summer Reading Challenge Space Chase we will be conducting experiments at Workington Library. On Thursday 8th August we will be building terrariums from 2-2.30. Please book via Workington Library either at the counter or by ringing 01900 706170. All children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult
    VENUE: Workington Library
    DATE:  8th August 2019
    TIME: 14:00 - 14:30
  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)
  • Roots - exhibition
    Green Door, the region's leading artists collective, is returning to Farfield Mill in Sedbergh for a group exhibition which showcases a wide variety of two and three dimensional work on the theme of 'Roots'. The exhibition will see paintings, drawings, prints, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, wood and glass on display from the group's members and provides a great opportunity for visitors to see the breadth of members work in a stunning setting. Standard admission - £4.05 (£4.50 gift admission with 10% donation) Free for children and students
  • The Summer Reading Challenge
    Summer Reading Challenge! Drop in and sign up anytime throughout the summer! Read six books, collect rewards. Get entered into our competition to win a tablet!
  • 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
  • Junior Chess Club
    Join our friendly drop-in sessions for children and families over the summer holidays. Suitable for complete beginners and beyond. each Tuesday, starting 23 July for 5 weeks.
  • Drop in Craft Table
    Drop in Craft Table at children's library. Thursdays from 25th July - 29th August 10:00 - 12:00
  • Gallery in the Library
    Free sessions for under 5s which explore art through the senses at Kendal Library
  • Feed and Read
    A brand new cosmic scheme for Allerdale. Come and feed your mind and your body for free! As part of the Summer Reading Challenge Maryport, Moorclose and Workington libraries will be offering free packed lunches throughout the School Summer holidays. Children will come to the library to read or exchange a book they've read, take part in activities and receive a healthy lunch. Feed and read is at Workington Library on Mondays and Thursday at 1.30, Maryport Library on Mondays at 1.30 and at Moorclose Library on Fridays at 1.30.
  • Feed and Read
    A brand new cosmic scheme for Allerdale. Come and feed your mind and your body for free! As part of the Summer Reading Challenge Maryport, Moorclose and Workington libraries will be offering free packed lunches throughout the School Summer holidays. Children will come to the library to read or exchange a book they've read, take part in activities and receive a healthy lunch. Feed and read is at Workington Library on Mondays and Thursday at 1.30, Maryport Library on Mondays at 1.30 and at Moorclose Library on Fridays at 1.30.
  • Feed and Read
    A brand new cosmic scheme for Allerdale. Come and feed your mind and your body for free! As part of the Summer Reading Challenge Maryport, Moorclose and Workington libraries will be offering free packed lunches throughout the School Summer holidays. Children will come to the library to read or exchange a book they've read, take part in activities and receive a healthy lunch. Feed and read is at Workington Library on Mondays and Thursday at 1.30, Maryport Library on Mondays at 1.30 and at Moorclose Library on Fridays at 1.30.
  • Musical Theatre Summer Course
    After our successful Easter courses, we are pleased to announce that Cumbria Curtain Call will be running a number of summer holiday programmes for all ages. From 5th to 10th August we will be holding our Musical Theatre course fun packed full of singing, dancing, drama and games. Activities develop self confidence, creativity and expression, all while having lots of laughs. At the end of the week the group will perform a mini musical show to showcase what they have done to an invited audience of friends and family. All of our holiday courses are open to anyone, not just our regular Curtain Call students. All experiences and abilities welcome. Early morning club from 8:45am also available. For more information please contact us and book a place ASAP to avoid disappointment.
  • 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.
  • Alien Extravaganza
    Make some fun and funky alien puppet friends! Children over 5
  • Galaxy Slime
    Come along and create some Galaxy Slime Children's Activity for 5 years+ Limited spaces, Please book in advance. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
  • Junk Model Rocket
    Create a giant rocket from junk materials with your fellow space cadets. Children over 5
  • Intergalactic experiments at Workington Library
    As part of Summer Reading Challenge Space Chase we will be conducting experiments at Workington Library. On Thursday 8th August we will be building terrariums from 2-2.30. Please book via Workington Library either at the counter or by ringing 01900 706170. All children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult