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 […]
Are you an aspiring novelist? Or do you enjoy listening to writers talk about their work? If so, we're delighted to announce that on Saturday 20th July local author James Lee will talk about his recently published novel Something So Precious. Chronicling the life of a young academic whose world is turned upside down when an […]
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 […]
This talk is currently sold out - you can contact us on enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or 01736 364474 to be added to the waiting list. In 2021, Cornwall, with Virgin Orbit, will launch the first space system from UK soil in over 50 years. This presentation will outline how Cornwall became the only horizontal launch site in […]
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 […]
Listen to Jon Klassen's classic tale I Want My Hat Back. A bear has lost his hat. What if he never sees it again? Does the tortoise, fox, snake or deer know where it is? Come to our library to find out and please don’t forget to bring your own hat. Storytime is a journey for […]
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 […]
Books, books & more books for sale. Also, photographs from the archive, delicious refreshments & a raffle!
Author Victoria Osborne-Broad will be talking about and reading from her new book, Guardian of the Stones, second in the 'Jewels of the Rainbow' trilogy. Booking Essential - £4 Suggested Donation
This is the story of a brilliant young Cornish artist and archaeologist who tried, but failed to storm the social barriers of Victorian England. A poor professional player in a team of gentlemanly amateurs, his frustration eventually destroyed him. The tale is embellished with illustrations, brilliant and sometimes poignant from the Morrab's extensive archive. THIS […]
Juniper Jupiter is a real life superhero. It's no big deal. She's super brave, superfast, super strong, super smart and she can even fly, but something is missing. What is a hero without an amazing sidekick? This workshop session will be led by Jak Stringer, former librarian of Heamoor CP School, who believes in the […]
Artist John Trigg has donated his collection of drawing books spanning 40 years. He will be giving a short talk about the books & his life's work as we celebrate this wonderful gift to the library. There will then be an opportunity to see the books on display in their new home. Refreshments will be […]
Balloonomania Belles A Morrab Library talk on Wednesday 6th November 2019 at 2pm Sharon Wright, author of Balloonomania Belles: Daredevil Divas Who First Took To The Sky will give an illustrated talk about the have-a-go heroines of early flight. Those magnificent women in their flying machines ... They were the brave and liberated stars of saucy bets, ludicrous […]
Please note this event is now fully booked. Please get in touch if you would like to be added to the reserve list. Brontë Territories: Cornwall and the Unexplored Maternal Legacy, 1760 - 1860 by Melissa Hardie There will be a short talk from Melissa Hardie at 11am followed by guest readers with excerpts from […]
FULLY BOOKED. This event is now fully subscribed. Please get in touch if you would like to be added to the reserve list. Ivor Gurney 1890-1937, was not only a WW1 Poet but also a brilliant composer. He studied under Sir Charles Villier Stanford at the Royal College of Music and he was a contemporary […]
This event is now FULLY BOOKED. Please contact us if you would like to be added to the reserve list. A Talk by Iain Rowe, Learning Officer Kresen Kernow Iain will briefly explore the long history of Redruth Brewery which was in business for nearly 200 years. The historic buildings left behind by the business have […]
Soon the library will be hosting it's annual Christmas Craft Fair. There will be pottery, knitting, woodwork, cards, photographs & lots more crafted goodness for sale. Perfect for Christmas gifts or just something for yourself. We will also have a tombola, raffle and (naturally) plenty of tea & cake. All welcome. Free entry. A date for […]
FULLY BOOKED. This event is now fully subscribed. Please get in touch if you would like to be added to the reserve list. Mark Cottle is reprising his talk on the photographic legacy of Ernest Shackleton's Endurance expedition on Saturday 7th December at 11.00am. The aim of the lecture is to tell the story of […]
This event is now fully booked. Our final talk in 2019 is all about Christmas! Join Suzy Williams as she leads us on a Christmas journey, taking a look at Cornish and international traditions and customs, and the origins of some of our favourite Yuletide delights. Wednesday 11th December, 2.00pm Booking essential, £4 suggested donation
A warm invitation to all our members to the Morrab Library Christmas Party. Join us for some festive cheer, and celebrate another Morrab year. This year's party has a theme, and we'll be bringing you a taste of Morrab Library as it was in 1919. No booking required. There will be a free drink on […]