On Wednesday 5th June at 2pm an "uprising of women poets" will be performing poetry inspired by Cornwall and the sea in the Reading Room at The Morrab Library. The afternoon will an invitation to "dip your toes into the big blue" and hear their rhythmic words" and, in Morag Smith's, words “Feel a drumbeat […]
Friday 7 June 10.30-12.30 £10/person. Bring your own notebook. All other equipment supplied. Additional starter pack available for newbies for £5 (dot grid notebook, washi, and pen, plus prompts and templates). Booking is essential for all workshops. Email e.farley27@gmail.com. Emma is a life-long stationery addict, encouraging others to explore the joys of creative journaling and modern […]
Friday 7 June 1.30-3.30 £15/person. All equipment supplied. Booking is essential for all workshops. Email e.farley27@gmail.com. Emma is a life-long stationery addict, encouraging others to explore the joys of creative journaling and modern calligraphy, whilst improving their wellbeing. She has a PGCE, plus Level 2 qualifications in Understanding Autism and Understanding Children and Young People's […]
Mordros is Cornish for ‘sound of the sea’. It’s also a community poetry project facilitated by the Mor Poets which aims to foster the enjoyment and writing of poetry in people of all ages across Cornwall. In June, we will be coming to The Morrab Library for two sea-inspired poetry workshops. In these workshops, aimed […]
Join us for a transformative half-day course exploring Stoic prosoche and modern mindfulness. Delve into ancient wisdom and contemporary practice, discover the unique benefits of each, and experience guided meditations designed to enhance self-awareness and serenity. Perfect for those seeking practical tools for resilience and inner peace. Embrace the journey towards a more mindful, virtuous […]
This is a project to create a huge art quilt. The project aims to raise awareness of the loss of biodiversity, explore the nearly 300 kinds of bees we have in this country and help people develop their embroidery skills. It is a long term project and it is hoped that the final artwork will […]
Come one, come all! The Morrab Library Summer Fair Saturday 22nd June, 10.00am - 2.00pm Our Summer Fair will once again bring you stalls by local makers selling all kinds of wonderful wares from art to textiles. As always, we'll have second hand books, historic photos and some plants for sale too. Our refreshments room […]
Ever pondered the profound mysteries of nature? Can Arne Naess’s deep ecology unveil the wisdom inherent in our connection with the natural world? How does Soga Ryojin’s assertion, “We cannot rise above nature,” resonate in a world balancing technological marvels and ecological consciousness? Join us in exploring these questions, as we attempt to guide ourselves […]
What if contemplating our mortality could unlock the key to living a richer, more meaningful life? Join our Stoic Meditation on Death discussion group as we explore this profound question. Discover how embracing the inevitability of death can liberate us from fear, allowing us to truly savour each moment and align our actions with what […]
You will know James Parnham-Kenny as one of our Library Assistants, but when he's not at The Morrab Library he is a storyteller, podcaster and "general creative odd job handyman" with his creative company, Multivax. He will be running a couple of taster creative workshops taking place at the Library this June. Creative Communities taster […]
1:30-3:30pm. £10/person. Bring your own notebook. Refreshments provided. Optional £5 starter pack for newbies featuring a notebook, pen, and roll of washi tape This monthly workshop is an opportunity for people to get together and journal in a safe space with plenty of goodies to play with. There is a loose structure, with templates, tips, […]
Friday 28 June 1.30-3.30 £10/person. Bring your own notebook. All other equipment supplied. Additional starter pack available for newbies for £5 (dot grid notebook, washi, and pen, plus prompts and templates). Booking is essential for all workshops. Email e.farley27@gmail.com. Emma is a life-long stationery addict, encouraging others to explore the joys of creative journaling and […]
This is a project to create a huge art quilt. The project aims to raise awareness of the loss of biodiversity, explore the nearly 300 kinds of bees we have in this country and help people develop their embroidery skills. It is a long term project and it is hoped that the final artwork will […]
You will know James Parnham-Kenny as one of our Library Assistants, but when he's not at The Morrab Library he is a storyteller, podcaster and "general creative odd job handyman" with his creative company, Multivax. James will be running more of his creative workshops in the Summer. 3rd July - Lit Fest short story/poetry prompts & […]
Our next Library talk comes from Dr Serena Trowbridge. She will be returning to The Morrab Library Reading Room to talk about the 'Stories from the Stones' on Wednesday 10th July at 2pm. Britain’s landscape contains many stone circles, especially in Cornwall. Their original purpose remains mysterious despite extensive archaeological investigation, and perhaps it is […]
Friday 12 July 1.30-3.30 Express yourself through different mediums. Emma will bring a range of materials to play with (paper, card, canvas, paint, ink, pens, etc) but feel free to also bring your own supplies. Tickets are £15 and include all equipment and refreshments. Booking is essential for all workshops. Email e.farley27@gmail.com. Emma is a […]
This is a project to create a huge art quilt. The project aims to raise awareness of the loss of biodiversity, explore the nearly 300 kinds of bees we have in this country and help people develop their embroidery skills. It is a long term project and it is hoped that the final artwork will […]
Make it Better (CIC), a not for profit company using art to improve lives (https://mitber.com/) are hosting an event to be held on Wednesday 17th July at the library. In the morning, there'll be a talk about the library and an exploration of the photography archive. The afternoon will offer the chance to join a […]
Join us as we once again delve into The Morrab Library's wondrous archive collection to bring you some more of its treasures. Papers relating to Humphry Davy, 18th century recipes, diaries from Greenham Common, the work of engraver Hilda Quick, 17th century religious plays, maps of old Palestine, scientific illustrations, pressed local Mosses and […]
1:30-3:30pm. £10/person. Bring your own notebook. Refreshments provided. Optional £5 starter pack for newbies featuring a notebook, pen, and roll of washi tape This monthly workshop is an opportunity for people to get together and journal in a safe space with plenty of goodies to play with. There is a loose structure, with templates, tips, […]