The Morrab Library

Painting Penwith: a retrospective of paintings by Katharine Mair
2023-01-28 15:00 - 2023-02-11 16:00 (Europe/London) | daisy laing gallery, Old Bakehouse Lane, Chapel Street, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 4AE, United Kingdom
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 on Saturday 28th January, from 3-6pm. All are very welcome to attend. The paintings are for sale and all of proceeds will be donated to The UN Refugee Agency UK for UNHCR to help refugees survive the bitter cold this winter.
The Daisy Laing Gallery is open from Tuesday – Saturday, 11am-4pm.
(Old Bakehouse Lane, Chapel Street, Penzance TR18 4AE)

Lettering workshops
2023-01-27 14:30 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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 provides an introduction to journaling and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.

£10

Booking is essential. Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com

Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Creative journaling
2023-01-27 13:15 | Morrab Library
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 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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.

£5

Booking is essential. Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Penzance (County) Girls' Grammar School, 1913-1980 | Open day/ Drop in
2023-01-25 10:30 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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 but please bring your own lunch if you’d like to and your own mug, if possible.
For more information about the event contact Gillian Thomas (Gill@gillianthomas.co.uk) or call 07973166820 or look at PGGS Facebook page/messenger.

Astrology for the Everyday | Tracking Transits | 10-week new course (week 2)
2023-01-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Morrab Library
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 helping hand. In this course we explore how to work with the current astrological weather, becoming aware of using these limited time periods to the best of their ability. If you are a returning student of astrology or are familiar with your Natal chart this course is for you.”
For more information visit Sara’s website: sarasamuelsson.co.uk and book your place email sara@thenaturalhome.co.uk

Astrology for the Everyday | Tracking Transits | 10-week new course (week 1)
2023-01-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Morrab Library

Intro to modern calligraphy
2023-01-13 14:15 - 15:45 | Morrab Library
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, 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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.

£8 – includes brush pen

Booking is essential. Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Intro to creative journaling
2023-01-13 13:10 - 14:10 | Morrab Library
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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.

£8 – includes notebook and pen

Booking is essential. Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Super 'Christmas' Storytime
2022-12-20 10:30 - 12:00 | Morrab Library
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 all?
Come and listen to a jolly good snow story and do some really Christmassy, Christmas activities – party gear optional!
This workshop session will be led by Jak Stringer, former librarian of Heamoor CP School, who believes in the creative superpower of a good story.
Super Storytime is a journey for 4 to 8-year-olds but there will be refreshments for the grown-ups they bring along! Booking is essential, and places book up fast, so please let us know if you would like to come along so we can make sure we have enough cake!
All children will need to be accompanied by an adult. We ask for a suggested donation of £5.
Contact us at enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or telephone:01736 364474 to book a place.

Creative Journalling & Mindfulness for Children
2022-12-17 13:15 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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 in Key Stages 1 and 2.
Tickets are £5 per child and include a starter pack with a notebook, pencil, and stickers.
Siblings aged four and under are welcome to attend at no additional cost and colouring sheets and pens will be available to help keep them entertained too.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Researching Crysede...a talk by Janet Axten
2022-12-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Morrab Library
Janet Axten, MA, is currently researching the history of women in the textile industry in West Cornwall. She is also part of a new venture, Crysede Collective, which aims to promote the Newlyn/St Ives/Hayle silk company that flourished between 1918 and 1953.
Her illustrated talk will provide an overview of the history of Crysede, originally created by Alec Walker and his wife Kay Earle. It will also focus on the current research being undertaken, in order to understand, far more fully, the role of women in this almost forgotten industry.
We will allocate tickets by a ballot system. Email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or call 01736 364474 to register your interest in attending by Monday 28th November. We will then draw out names and let you know if you have been successful.
Suggested donation £5. Refreshments will be available after the talk.

Lettering Workshop - Make Your Own Christmas Decorations
2022-12-02 14:30 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.
This workshop will be an extra-special Christmas session where Emma will guide you through creating your own beautifully lettered Christmas decorations to take home or give to your loved ones!
Emma’s workshop at Morrab Library on will be on Friday 2nd December from 2.30pm – 3.30pm.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Journalling and Lettering Taster Session
2022-12-02 13:15 - 14:15 | Morrab Library
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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.
Friday 2nd December 1:15 – 2:15pm
Tickets are £5 each and include refreshments and a free starter pack for first timers.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Creative Journaling - Setting up your December Journal
2022-11-25 14:30 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.
She will be running a ‘Set up your Journal for December’ workshop at the library on Friday 25th November from 2.30pm – 3.30pm.
Tickets are £5 each and include refreshments and a free starter pack for first timers.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Creative Wellbeing Journaling and Modern Calligraphy Taster Session
2022-11-25 13:15 - 14:15, 2022-11-11 13:15 - 14:15 | Morrab Library
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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.
She will be running taster sessions on Fridays fortnightly throughout autumn,
The September sessions will be held on the 16th & 30th.
The October sessions shall be on the 14th & 28th.
The November sessions will be on the 11th & 25th.
All workshops will take place at 1:15pm until 2:15pm.
Tickets are £5 each and include refreshments and a free starter pack for first timers.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Join us for the Morrab Library Christmas Fair!
2022-11-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Morrab Library
A multitude of stalls offering all sorts of wonderful Christmas gift options, second hand books and photos from our archive for sale, Dorothy’s brilliant tombola, a raffle, plus our delicious refreshments room all return for what will be a lovely event to support the library and raise much needed funds.
Looking for Christmas gifts? Our stallholders will be offering everything from original art, beautiful textiles, cards, prints, jewellery, candles and much, much more.
Photographic reprints from our historic Photo Archive collection will be on sale, as well as a wide selection of second hand books to help fill those stockings.
And as always, there’ll be a huge selection of cakes and tasty treats available in our refreshments room, and some excellent raffle prizes to win.
Bring your cash and start the Christmas season festivities with us – we look forward to seeing you there.

Modern Calligraphy Lettering Workshop
2022-11-11 14:30 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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.
She will be running a monthly lettering workshop to explore different techniques and supplies, such as brush pens, watercolour inks and more!
November’s theme will be Christmas. Enjoy making your own personalised gift tags and more for your nearest and dearest!
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

New Year Creative Journalling with Emma Farley
2022-11-11 08:00 - 17:00
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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.
Emma will be running a special creative journalling workshop to set up your 2023 journal on Friday 16th December from 1.30pm – 2.30pm
Join Emma to reflect on 2022 and plan for the year ahead in a cheerful and inspiring atmosphere.
£28 per person including fantastic goodies; a high-quality Yop & Tom Journal, additional stationery and templates.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket & choose your journal: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Jewels of the Rainbow - a talk by Victoria Osborne-Broad
2022-11-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Morrab Library
Join local author Victoria Osborne-Broad as she talks about her book trilogy, Jewels of the Rainbow.
Set in present day West Cornwall, the action moves from Penzance and Pendeen, through magic and time travel to Chapel Carn Brea in the Dark Ages. In her third book, Victoria then delves into the mystery of an island which nobody can reach…
No ballot will be held for this event, please just email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or call the library (01736 364474) if you wish to attend. The suggested donation is £5 and refreshments will be provided.

Creative Journaling for Children - Fireworks Themed
2022-11-05 13:15 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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.
She is running two ‘Creative journaling and mindfulness’ sessions for children on Saturday 5th November at 1:15-2:15 & 2:30- 3:30pm.
This month’s theme will be Fireworks!
These sessions are aimed at children in Key Stages 1 and 2.
Tickets are £5 per child and include a starter pack with a notebook, pencil, and stickers.
Siblings aged four and under are welcome to attend at no additional cost and colouring sheets and pens will be available to help keep them entertained too.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

A Taster in Stoicism and the Art of Living
2022-11-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
Stoicism is often misunderstood as languishing through life without complaint, but in this talk, Darren Harper will show you how such thinkers such as Seneca, Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius confronted one of the key questions of the ancient world, “How should we live?”, and supplied us with pragmatic ways in which to flourish.
This taster session will be on Friday 4th November 2pm – 3.30pm.
Darren will also be hosting a half-day session on the same day about the Philosophy of Religion and Art, please view the separate event page for this for more information.
Please contact Darren Harper if you wish to book at darrenharper.esq@gmail.com

A Crash Course in Philosophy: Religion and Art
2022-11-04 10:30 - 13:30 | Morrab Library
Formerly, Philosophy was the preserve of PhDs and the intellectually precocious, until now!
In this fantastic half day course, Darren Harper will disinter a little of philosophy’s hermetic meaning as you join him to re-evaluate religion, including St. Anselm’s famous “Ontological Argument”, and then go on to appreciate art and aesthetics with Clive Bell, R. G. Collingwood and George Dickie.
Friday 4th November 10.30am – 1.30pm (with a brief refreshment break at noon)
Darren will also be hosting a taster about Stoicism on the same day at 2pm for £5, please see the separate event page for this for further details.
To book a place, please email Darren at darrenharper.esq@gmail.com

Library Talk: Pre-Raphaelite Mythbuster: Gossip, Scandals And Secrets
2022-11-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Morrab Library
We have another excellent talk coming up at the library on Wednesday 2nd November at 2pm from Dr Serena Trowbridge, Reader in Victorian Literature at Birmingham City University & Chair of the Pre-Raphaelite Society.
Serena will look at the evidence and explore a number of myths surrounding the Victorian artists associated with the Pre-Raphaelites. She will use serious research to answer daft questions including…
Did Elizabeth Siddall’s hair really grow in her coffin?
Why did Effie Gray really divorce Ruskin?
Did Rossetti really seduce all his models?
Did Holman Hunt see gnomes?

Email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk (or call 01736 364474) to add your name into the ballot by Monday 24th October. We will then draw out names & let you know if you have been successful.
£5 suggested donation to support Morrab Library. Refreshments will be served after the talk.
Morrab Library team

Creative Journaling for Children - Halloween Themed
2022-10-29 13:15 - 15:30 | Morrab Library
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.
She is running two ‘Creative journaling and mindfulness’ sessions for children on Saturday 29th September at 1:15-2:15 & 2:30- 3:30pm.
This month’s theme will be Halloween!
These sessions are aimed at children in Key Stages 1 and 2.
Tickets are £5 per child and include a starter pack with a notebook, pencil, and stickers.
Siblings aged four and under are welcome to attend at no additional cost and colouring sheets and pens will be available to help keep them entertained too.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Creative Journaling - Setting up your November Journal
2022-10-28 14:30 - 15:00 | Morrab Library
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 and modern calligraphy in the context of mindfulness, building self-esteem, goal setting and more, all while having fun with pen and paper.
She will be running a ‘Set up your Journal for November’ workshop at the library on Friday 28th October from 2.30pm – 3.30pm.
Tickets are £5 each and include refreshments and a free starter pack for first timers.
Email Emma directly to ask any questions and to book your ticket: e.farley27@gmail.com
Find out more on Emma’s website: https://acornishgeek.com/2017/03/19/welcome-to-a-cornish-geek/

Creative Wellbeing Journaling and Modern Calligraphy Taster Sessions
2022-10-28 13:15 - 14:15 | Morrab Library

Super ‘Autumn’ Storytime
2022-10-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Morrab Library
A wild wind blows on the tippy-top of a steep hill, turning everything upside down
for the man who lives there. Luckily, Kate comes up with a plan to tame the wind.
Listen to a jolly good story, frolic with fallen leaves, build a tree, create a group poem and round this off by eating a chocolate log!
This workshop session will be led by Jak Stringer, former librarian of Heamoor CP
School, who believes in the creative superpower of a good story.
Super Storytime is a journey for 4 to 8-year-olds but there will also be refreshments
provided for their grown-ups too, so please book ahead if you would like to come along so we can make sure we have enough cake for everyone!
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
We ask for a suggested donation of £5.

Just Suppose - Children's Creative Writing Workshop
2022-10-25 10:15 - 14:00 | Morrab Library
A creative writing workshop for 8 – 14 year olds with children’s author, Bridget Crowley.
In this workshop, Bridget will use artefacts & books in the Morrab Library to spark off ideas for creative writing that will light up a brighter future for Penwith.
There will be writing games, chanting, plenty of ideas for the budding writer (plus cake too!).
The pieces created at the workshop will then be included in the Penwith Futures book; a very special book that the Morrab Library is compiling, filled with positive ideas from the people of Penwith for the future of this special place, for all to read and to inspire change.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.

Ways into Writing with Annamaria Murphy - NOW SOLD OUT!!
2022-10-22 11:00 - 15:00 | Morrab Library
Ways into Writing
with Annamaria Murphy
Annamaria will explore ways into writing for story, poetry and
radio, using imagination fire starters and the library and its
surrounds as a starting point.
Annamaria is a teacher and writer, and amongst others writes
with Kneehigh Theatre and BBC Radio 4. She is also artistic
director of the Writers Block, and collaborates with musicians
Bagas Degol.
Bring a hard backed notebook. There will be a lunch break of
approximately 45 minutes. Booking essential, all fees will go to Morrab Library.
