We are delighted to welcome Patrick Gale to the Morrab Library on his book launch tour for new book Take Nothing With You - a chance to meet the author and hear about his latest novel. The event will be chaired by Tim Hubbard, writer and broadcaster. Edge of the World Bookshop will also be at […]
Cornwall Association of Local Historians Members Day Out - A day organised by Local Historians and will be based at the Library with talks in the morning, lunch in the Jenner Room and a choice of visits in the afternoon.
Following the success of the Easter Pop-up Shop in Penzance, we will be back on Market Jew Street from Monday 1st to Saturday 6th October selling books, photographs and membership. There will also be an exhibition of entries to the Photo Archive Photographic Competition.
Penzance Orchestral Society's Autumn Concert, themed to celebrate the Library's Bicentenary. Featuring Beethoven's Coriolan Overture and Schubert's Symphony No 6 (which dates from the year of the library's foundation) and mezzo soprano Charlotte Collier performing Mahler's orchestral song cycle Rückert-Lieder. The concert will be held at Penwith College Auditorium Tickets £10, available from Penzance Orchestral […]
A Celebration in his own words of the life, work and centenary of the poet W.S. Graham, who was born in Scotland but spent most of his adult life in West Cornwall. Graham's poems will be introduced by John Butterworth and read by John Truscott.
An invitation to all our wonderful volunteers to gather together for drinks and nibbles as our Chairman, Committee and staff give grateful thanks for all the hard work and time devoted to the library.
How much influence did notable wives have on the leading commanders in British military history? These women tend to be disregarded but, as Trina Beckett demonstrates in this revealing and thought- provoking study, their influence has often been profound. Taking examples from the eighteenth century to the Second World War, she uncovers a hidden dimension […]
Morrab Library's Christmas party, with carols performed by the Buccas Four. There will also be a presentation of the Library Commemorative Book by Sue Lexington and Steph Haxton. As well as plenty of Christmas cheer!
The Music Box (Penzance family run musical instrument and accessory shop), will host a day of ukulele demos and tutorials at the Library. No experience necessary - just drop-in!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Wilkie Collins Rambles in Cornwall Long before The Woman in White, a young Wilkie Collins aspired to become a writer and decided to tour the untrodden ground of Cornwall to produce a travel book of a hitherto unexplored destination. Rambles Beyond Railways was published in 1851 […]
Family Event - Write Your Own Book! Tuesday 9th April 10.30-12.30 Create your own zigzag book and write your own story, in the inspiring setting of the beautiful Morrab Library. Our creative writing event is open to 8-12 year old's and will provide the chance for children to devise their own story, using special objects […]
Spring Fair Saturday 4th May 10.00am to 3.00pm We'll be hosting plant, craft, book and photo stalls, so come along and pick up a bargain, while supporting our special library. Our famous refreshments will be on offer too, so you can enjoy a delicious cake and a refreshing cuppa after all that shopping. You can […]
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED Please contact us if you'd like to added to the waiting list. Tunde Jegede is back at the Morrab Library, as part of his national tour in May. We are delighted to welcome him back to perform here on Tuesday 14th May at 2.00 pm. Tickets will cost £8 […]
Join in the fun at our Summer Fete! Saturday 22nd June 10.30am to 3.00pm Start Golowan week off in style with a visit to the Morrab Library and enjoy our Summer Fete. There will be lots of local craft stalls, as well as our usual books and photographs for sale. We'll be offering all […]
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT - PLEASE CONTACT US TO HAVE YOUR NAME ADDED TO OUR WAITING LIST Join us for a screening of four short documentary films presented by the Newlyn International Film Festival. Booking is essential - please contact the Morrab Library at enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or tel: 01736 364474. Suggested donation of £4, […]
We will celebrate the first performance in modern times of 'Can Palores' (Song of the Chough), arranged by Ralph Dunstan in 1932. A short talk about the piece will be followed by a performance of Can Palores & other songs by Keur Heb Hanow - a local harmony choir who sing exclusively in Cornish. You […]
Come and hear the story of Cornwall’s favourite bear - Soggy! From king of the castle, to swimming with the fish - be part of his incredible journey. Our storyteller will be bringing her fish for you to swim with. Your own bears will be most welcome at this session. Storytime is a journey for 5 to 8 […]
Create and write your own story in your very own zigzag book! Our creative writing events are open to 8-12 year old's and will provide the chance for children to devise their own story, using special objects to help fuel their imagination. At the end of the session, children will have their very own special […]