My Voice – Holocaust survivors tell their stories for all to read
The life stories of Holocaust survivors and refugees from Nazi persecution can now be read by visitors to Bury libraries thanks to a new set of books.
Categories: books
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Northern Bookshelf Live - Meet Authors Rose Wilding and Karen Powell
The Northern Bookshelf is a new scheme from New Writing North which connects the best writers with libraries and readers across the North of England.
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Bury Libraries Winter Mini Challenge
Children are invited to take part in this year's Reading Agency’s Winter Mini Challenge at their local library (1 December to 20 February).
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Ask author Lesley Pearse on her virtual tour
Bury Libraries invite you to join a virtual author tour with Lesley Pearse on Thursday 24 September at 7pm on their Facebook live platform.
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Libraries to start reopening next week following coronavirus lockdown
Bury’s libraries will begin the process of reopening to the public next week following the long coronavirus-imposed lockdown.
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Friday afternoon reading group at Bury Library
Bury Library Reading Group are looking for new members to join them to read and discuss a variety of books from modern to classics, tragedy to comedy.
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New course to help you bring children’s books to life
Older adults are being offered help to bring children’s books to life and improve their young family’s literacy skills.
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Win a 16GB tablet and discover the world of Borrowbox
You can now download and read or listen to thousands of eBooks and eAudiobooks from Bury libraries through Borrowbox.
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Bannocks and Blood - murder mystery at Bury Library
Are you a fan of crime fiction? Then head for a murder mystery event at Bury Library on Thursday 7 September.
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Everybunny Dance during National BookStart Week
National BookStart Week (NBW) is the Book Trust’s annual event celebrating the joys and benefits of sharing books and stories with children every day.
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Family events to mark 20 years of World Book Day
Two events for young families are taking place at Prestwich Library to mark 20 years of World Book Day.
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Saved by the Book – raise money for Bury Hospice by reading
Readers young and old are invited to enjoy their hobby while raising money for Bury Hospice.
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The Big Wild Rumpus – at Ramsbottom Library
Rise up, lovers of Where the Wild Things Are, and celebrate your love of the book by coming together on Saturday 13 June at Ramsbottom Library to read together.
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What’s in the bag on World Book Day?
Youngsters and families are invited to celebrate World Book Day on Thursday 5 March and uncover a reading surprise.
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Reading Well – Books on Prescription
Bury libraries are helping people with mental health problems by launching a Reading Well: Books on Prescription scheme.
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Award-winning authors at Prestwich Book Festival
Literature lovers from far and wide are invited to the second Prestwich Book Festival which runs from 12 May to 16 June.
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Can’t get to your library? We can help!
The home delivery library service is available to people who find it difficult to visit a library, whether due to age, infirmity, ill heath or a caring commitment.
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Christmas present ideas at Bury Library
Looking for a Christmas present that’s a little bit different? Bury Library has a variety of local history books and DVDs for sale.
