Barnstaple Library Events
Acoustic Guitar Group
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Time: 11:00 - 12:30
Description: Acoustic guitar for beginners and intermediate. Every Wednesday. Improve your playing skills in a friendly and informal setting. Tuition free, small donation towards room costs welcome. For more information call: 01271 318780.
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Art Exhibition - Ivan Pollard & Bill Bromfield
Date: 23 June 2022
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Description: Enjoy this free exhibition of watercolours & acrylics & meet the artists Ivan Pollard & Bill Bromfield in the foyer. Runs 23 - 25 June
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Audio Book Group at Barnstaple Library
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Time: 11:00 - 12:00
Description: For anyone who likes to listen to audio books. An informal group to chat about the books you've enjoyed. First Thursday of the month.
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Baby Self-Weigh Station
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Time: 9:30 - 12:00
Description: Weigh your baby in a screened area of the children's library with scales funded by Public Health. Find out what else the library can offer your growing family. Please contact your Health Visitor if you have concerns around any aspect of your baby’s growth or feeding. Every Thursday
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
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Barnstaple Library Group
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Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Description: Barnstaple Library Group in partnership with Age Concern. Come and catch up with friends over a cuppa and listen to interesting and entertaining talks. Every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Call 01271 318780 for more information
Audience: Senior
Cost: Free
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Becoming a Children's Author: A Beginner's Guide to getting Published
Date: 07 July 2022
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Description: Becoming a Children's Author: A beginner's Guide to getting Published. Would you like to try your hand at writing a children's chapter book? Don't know where to start? Claire Barker is the author of two award-winning children's series Knitbone Pepper and Picklewitch and Jack. In this session she will demystify the process of writing a good story and getting it onto the bookshelves. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/becoming-a-childrens-author-a-beginners-guide-to-getting-published-tickets-361702099717
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Big Junk Modelling Day
Date: 29 July 2022
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
Description: Drop in to create some models from junk. This event will take place in our large room at the top of the building, so plenty of space to think big with your creations.
Audience: Child
Cost: Free
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Board Game Café at Barnstaple Library
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Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: A weekly informal, drop in session for adults who are board game fans. Bring your own favourite game or choose from our selection as you enjoy a hot drink. Every Wednesday. Donations welcomed to cover costs.
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Bounce & Rhyme in the Morning
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Time: 10:30 - 11:00
Description: Bounce & Rhyme is back at Barnstaple Library! A fun session for little ones with their grown ups to learn and enjoy some rhymes old and new! Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in term time. We are starting with bookable sessions so please give us a ring on 01271 318782 to secure your place!
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
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Bounce and Rhyme in the Afternoon
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Time: 14:00 - 14:30
Description: Bounce & Rhyme is back at Barnstaple Library! A fun session for little ones with their grown ups to learn and enjoy some rhymes old and new! Every Monday in term time. We are starting with bookable sessions so please give us a ring on 01271 31872 to secure your place!
Audience: Under 5
Cost: Free
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Brick Ideas Motorised Lego
Date: 30 August 2022
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: Design, build and test with Lego and motors in this popular and fun session. Suitable for children aged 7-11. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. £5 per child. Booking essential at the library or by phone 01271 318782
Audience: Child
Cost: £5.00
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Circus Skills Workshop
Date: 13 August 2022
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Description: Circus skills workshop for children aged 5-11 yrs with Circus Berzerkus. £3 booking essential. Bookings can be made at the library or by phone 01271 318782. Children under 8 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Audience: Child
Cost: £3.00
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Come in and Colour
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Time: 9:00 - 18:00
Description: Come in and Colour at Barnstaple Library. If you have a few minutes to spare or a bit longer why not try colouring our beautiful designs. Bring a friend or meet new people. 9am - 6pm every Friday.
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Digital Assist at Barnstaple Library
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Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: Need a bit of help with computers and other devices? Need a hand to get started with emails? Book for one of our 1-2-1 Digital Assist appointments at Barnstaple Library or just drop-in. Every Tuesday. Phone the library on 01271 318780 to book your appointment.
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Film Making with Matt Young @Barnstaple Library
Date: 19 July 2022
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
Description: In this session, Matt will take you through his journey of how producing videos has won and lost him business, but all for the right reasons! Matt will look at how easy it is to produce your own quality videos with your mobile phone, the tips and techniques behind that, and how to present to the camera too. Matt is a Radio Presenter, and a Social Media Specialist, he’s also on a mission to improve Men’s Mental Health through better communication. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/film-making-with-matt-young-barnstaple-library-tickets-349451307267
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Health Information Week
Date: 04 July 2022
Time: 9:00 - 17:00
Description: Health Information, groups & activities in the foyer of the library in collaboration with North Devon District Hospital Library. More details to follow.
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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Knit and Mix at Barnstaple Library
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Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: Come and join in our informal, drop in Knit and Mix group at Barnstaple Library. For knitting and crochet crafters who enjoy a chat with a hot drink. Every Thursday. Donations welcomed to help cover costs. Bring your own materials.
Audience: Adult
Cost: Free
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Let's Draw Some Robots
Date: 26 August 2022
Time: 14:00 - 15:00
Description: Fun and FREE drawing workshop for 8+yrs. Booking essential as places are limited. To book call 01271 318782
Audience: Child
Cost: Free
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Library Lego Builders at Barnstaple Library
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Time: 14:00 - 16:00
Description: Lego Club is back at Barnstaple Library! Join us in the children's library for some Lego fun for families on a Saturday afternoon! Your imagination is the limit! Not suitable for young children due to small parts. Under 8s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Audience: Child
Cost: Free
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Poetry Corner at Barnstaple Library
Date: 18 June 2022
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
Description: A chance to share and discuss favourite poems in a relaxed setting. Enquire at the library for more details. 01271 318780 barnstaple.library@librariesunlimited.org.uk
Audience: All
Cost: Free
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