Emma Farley is a local feminist bookworm and stationery addict, encouraging children to explore the joys of reading and journaling to feel inspired, empowered and improve their mental wellbeing. Emma will be running two ‘Creative journaling and mindfulness’ sessions for children on Saturday 17th December at 1:15-2:15 & 2:30- 3:30pm. These sessions are aimed at children […]

We're back for Christmas - Join us for Super Storytime! Tuesday 20th December 10.30am -12.00pm Wolf is feeling offended and indignant: All the wolves he’s ever read about are nasty, scary, and greedy! To set the record straight he decides to write a story about a nice wolf. But will his wolfish instincts get the better of him after […]

In this introduction to creative journaling class, discover how using pen and paper can help improve your wellbeing! Emma Farley is a local feminist bookworm and stationery addict, encouraging women to explore the joys of reading and journaling to feel inspired, empowered and improve their mental wellbeing. Through her workshops, Emma provides an introduction to journaling […]

Get to grips with brush lettering – learn the basic strokes, get tips and tricks, and try products before you buy. Emma will also be hosting monthly lettering workshops for those who have already attended an intro session. These will feature a range of seasonal projects. Emma Farley is a local feminist bookworm and stationery addict, […]

Sara Samuelsson is hosting a 10-week, intermediate Astrology course at Morrab Library. The course starts on Tuesday 17th January 2023. “We will be diving into the energies of the present time and how these are interacting with your Natal chart. Transiting planets can come along as teachers or tricksters, both challenging us and offering us a […]

Sara Samuelsson is hosting a 10-week, intermediate Astrology course at Morrab Library. The course starts on Tuesday 17th January 2023. "We will be diving into the energies of the present time and how these are interacting with your Natal chart. Transiting planets can come along as teachers or tricksters, both challenging us and offering us a […]

Calling all teachers and pupils of Penzance County Girls Grammar School and anyone interested in the school! Drop into Morrab Library on Wednesday 25th January, between 10:30 and 15:30, to ... Explore the archives, Admire the Library Meet the Committee Renew old friendships Share stories Bring personal archives of your time Refreshments will be provided […]

De-clutter your mind and get organised with this monthly session. Bring your own notebook and pen and discover how using pen and paper can help improve your wellbeing. Reflect on the last month and set goals and build healthy habits for the coming weeks with a brew and biscuit. Emma Farley is a local feminist […]

One for people who have already had an introduction to brush lettering. Monthly workshops will focus on skill development and seasonal projects. Emma Farley is a local feminist bookworm and stationery addict, encouraging women to explore the joys of reading and journaling to feel inspired, empowered and improve their mental wellbeing. Through her workshops, Emma […]

  All are welcome to pop down to the Daisy Laing Gallery in Penzance to a retrospective exhibition of the paintings by Katharine Mair, a much missed Morrab Library member. Katharine's beautiful paintings of Penwith will be exhibited at the gallery from Saturday 28th January to Saturday 11th February and the private view is taking place […]

Sara Samuelsson is hosting a 10-week, intermediate Astrology course at Morrab Library. The course starts on Tuesday 17th January 2023. "We will be diving into the energies of the present time and how these are interacting with your Natal chart. Transiting planets can come along as teachers or tricksters, both challenging us and offering us a […]

Sara Samuelsson is hosting a 10-week, intermediate Astrology course at Morrab Library. The course starts on Tuesday 17th January 2023. "We will be diving into the energies of the present time and how these are interacting with your Natal chart. Transiting planets can come along as teachers or tricksters, both challenging us and offering us a […]

In this introduction to creative journaling class, discover how using pen and paper can help improve your wellbeing! Emma Farley is a local feminist bookworm and stationery addict, encouraging women to explore the joys of reading and journaling to feel inspired, empowered and improve their mental wellbeing. Through her workshops, Emma provides an introduction to journaling […]

Get to grips with brush lettering – learn the basic strokes, get tips and tricks, and try products before you buy. Emma will also be hosting monthly lettering workshops for those who have already attended an intro session. These will feature a range of seasonal projects. Emma Farley is a local feminist bookworm and stationery addict, […]

Sara Samuelsson is hosting a 10-week, intermediate Astrology course at Morrab Library. The course starts on Tuesday 17th January 2023. "We will be diving into the energies of the present time and how these are interacting with your Natal chart. Transiting planets can come along as teachers or tricksters, both challenging us and offering us a […]

We're thinking ahead to the February Half Term holiday already and have a lovely creative writing workshop planned (rescheduled from the October Half Term) for 8-14 year olds on Tuesday 14th February from 10.15am - 1pm.  The brilliant children's author Bridget Crowley will use old postcards from Morrab Library Photographic Archive to spark off ideas […]

  Thursday 16th February 10.30-12.00 Everything about Billy is back to front. His hair grows sideways, his pants go outside his trousers and his words go all over the place! One day, he wants to wake up and not be noticed by anyone but when his wish comes true, he realises life is not quite […]

On Saturday 18th February at 2pm the author Charlotte MacKenzie will be giving a talk about Cornish folklore Charlotte will explore some of the relationships between historical individuals and Cornish legends. From the Cornish folklorists to the Brontës. Several people in her latest book, Cornish Legends had close associations with Penzance. Her continuing research switches the focus onto Cornish folklore and healthcare. Charlotte […]

Sara Samuelsson is hosting a 10-week, intermediate Astrology course at Morrab Library. The course starts on Tuesday 17th January 2023. "We will be diving into the energies of the present time and how these are interacting with your Natal chart. Transiting planets can come along as teachers or tricksters, both challenging us and offering us a […]