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SUMMARY:Free tour of The Morrab Library
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. \nThe tour begins at 2pm\, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large group (6+ people) please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk and we will do our best to accommodate you. \nFor accessibility information\, please click here.  \nWe also welcome visitors to the Library at any time during our opening hours (10am – 4pm\, Tuesday to Saturday) when you are welcome to pick up a map of the Library at the front desk and explore the library.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/free-tour-of-the-morrab-library-42/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250807T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED Super 'Summer' Storytime with Jak - Voices in the Park
DESCRIPTION:  \nPLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \nFour different voices tell their own versions of the same walk in the park. A simple story but with key themes\, such as alienation\, friendship and the bizarre amid the mundane. \nJoin us on Thursday 7th August from 10.30 for the second of our summer holiday events. This fun workshop led by Jak Stringer\, will include colourful activities\, crazy games and catchy tunes – please wear your painting gear and watch out for gorillas! \nSuper 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 so please let us know if you would like to come along so we can make sure we have enough cake!  \nAll children will need to be accompanied by an adult. We ask for a suggested donation of £5. \nContact us at enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or telephone:01736 364474 to book a place. \n 
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/super-summer-storytime-with-jak-voices-in-the-park/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250808T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250313T113806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T113806Z
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SUMMARY:Free tour of The Morrab Library
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nAll are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. \nThe tour begins at 2pm\, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large group (6+ people) please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk and we will do our best to accommodate you. \nFor accessibility information\, please click here.  \nWe also welcome visitors to the Library at any time during our opening hours (10am – 4pm\, Tuesday to Saturday) when you are welcome to pick up a map of the Library at the front desk and explore the library.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/free-tour-of-the-morrab-library-43/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250809T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250715T150011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T125942Z
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SUMMARY:Landmarks and Legends - a talk by Linda Camidge
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin writer\, performer\, historian and library volunteer Linda Camidge for what will be a fascinating talk. \nSince moving into Penzance and starting to research the history of the town 30 years ago\, Linda has amassed a million words. She plans to use the information – much of which was gathered from the Morrab Library – to produce a short series of books: ‘Histories of Penzance’. Each published chapter will have a digital ‘companion text’\, giving further information\, updates and links. \nThe first volume\, Landmarks and Legends\, has recently been published. It looks in detail at some of the sites and stories that have made Penzance what it is: expect Sir Humphry and his various legacies\, the ‘Battlefields’ – and how St. Anthony got his own\, special Gardens. \nThis is a second chance to enjoy the presentation given on July 2nd as part of Penzance Literary Festival. Copies of the book will be available to buy at the special discounted price of £15 (cash or cheque) . \nTickets are allocated by a ballot system. Please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or call 01736 364474 to be entered into the ballot for a ticket. The ballot closes on Wednesday 30 July.  \nEntry to this event is free but donations are welcomed to help support The Morrab Library (suggested £5). Refreshments will be provided after the talk.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/landmarks-and-legends-a-talk-by-linda-camidge/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
CATEGORIES:Event,Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250813T123000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250731T101126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T101158Z
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SUMMARY:A Roll of the Dice - Make your own game with James
DESCRIPTION:This Summer holiday James Parnham-Kenny of If Not A Tavern games will be leading a game making workshop at the library. He will be encouraging attendees to play a game or two\, gather some ideas and then put their skills to the test to design sone of their own! \nA Roll of the Dice is aimed at 8 to 12 year-olds but there will be refreshments for the grown-ups they bring along! Booking is essential so please let us know if you would like to come along so we can make sure we have enough material! All children will need to be accompanied by an adult. \nContact us at enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or telephone 01736 364474 to book a place. \nEntry to this event is £5 and any additional donations to the library are gratefully received. \nFind out more about James’ work: ifnotatavern.wordpress.com or multivaxsite.com
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/a-roll-of-the-dice-make-your-own-game-with-james/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250815T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250313T113852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T113852Z
UID:11883-1755266400-1755270000@morrablibrary.org.uk
SUMMARY:Free tour of The Morrab Library
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. \nThe tour begins at 2pm\, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large group (6+ people) please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk and we will do our best to accommodate you. \nFor accessibility information\, please click here.  \nWe also welcome visitors to the Library at any time during our opening hours (10am – 4pm\, Tuesday to Saturday) when you are welcome to pick up a map of the Library at the front desk and explore the library.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/free-tour-of-the-morrab-library-44/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250722T153052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T074832Z
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SUMMARY:Did William Shakespeare Write the Works of William Shakespeare? A talk by Sarah Menage
DESCRIPTION:Join Sarah Menage on Saturday the 16th August as she takes a light-hearted but searching look at the identity of our great bard. \nStratford-upon-Avon born and bred performer\, songwriter\, novelist and Shakespeare enthusiast\, Sarah will demonstrate why there is an authorship problem and touch upon the most popular of its intriguing solutions. \nBe prepared for 90 minutes of illustrated talk\, starting at 1.30 sharp and finishing at 3.00 for tea\, biscuits and what will surely be a lively chat. \nTickets are allocated by a ballot system. Please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or call 01736 364474 to be entered into the ballot for a ticket. The ballot closes on Monday 4th August. \nEntry to this event is free but donations are welcomed to help support The Morrab Library (suggested £5). \nRefreshments will be provided after the talk.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/did-william-shakespeare/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250819T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250731T134201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T104612Z
UID:12472-1755599400-1755604800@morrablibrary.org.uk
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Super Storytime with Jan Pearson | Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled. \nWe’re looking forward to another lovely Super Summer Storytime with one of our storytelling volunteers\, Jan Pearson\, who will be returning to the Library on Tuesday 19th August (10.30-12) to read ‘The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig’. \nThis is the familiar story of the three little pig – but not as we know it! Eugene Trivizas and Helen Oxenbury’s inversion of the classic fable will be brought to life by Jan and followed by lots of activities inspired by the book. \nSuper 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 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. \nContact us at enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or telephone 01736 364474 to book a place. Entry to this event is free but donations are welcomed to help support The Morrab Library (suggested £5).
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/super-storytime-with-jan-pearson-three-little-wolves-and-the-big-bad-pig/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250820T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250729T150041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T105509Z
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SUMMARY:Library Talks | Portraits in Stone: The Great Cathedrals of Medieval England
DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday 20th August\, Mark Cottle will be returning to the library to give another fascinating lecture\, this time on the subject of the great cathedrals of England. This will take place in the Reading Room from 2pm-3pm. \nOver five hundred years the great medieval cathedrals of England were built. In terms of resources called upon\, space covered\, design and craftsmanship employed\, this period marks the greatest single architectural achievement in English history. \nFrom Durham to Gloucester the lecture follows the evolution of cathedral building with reference to structural and aesthetic details together with some of the fascinating figures and events behind them. \nMark Cottle is a former teacher but now a freelance lecturer with many years’ experience in lecturing. He lives in Devon but is a frequent visitor to Penzance\, regularly giving illustrated talks and study mornings at The Morrab Library on subjects as diverse as illuminated manuscripts and the English Miniature. \nTickets are allocated by a ballot system. Please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk or call 01736 364474 to be entered into the ballot for a ticket. The ballot closes on Monday 11th August. \nEntry to this event is free but donations are welcomed to help support The Morrab Library (suggested £5). Refreshments will be provided after the talk.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/library-talks-portraits-in-stone-the-great-cathedrals-of-medieval-england/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250822T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250313T113942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T113942Z
UID:11885-1755871200-1755874800@morrablibrary.org.uk
SUMMARY:Free tour of The Morrab Library
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. \nThe tour begins at 2pm\, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large group (6+ people) please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk and we will do our best to accommodate you. \nFor accessibility information\, please click here.  \nWe also welcome visitors to the Library at any time during our opening hours (10am – 4pm\, Tuesday to Saturday) when you are welcome to pick up a map of the Library at the front desk and explore the library.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/free-tour-of-the-morrab-library-45/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250823T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250806T150018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T141555Z
UID:12493-1755944100-1755954000@morrablibrary.org.uk
SUMMARY:Study Mornings | Before the Normans Came: The World of Anglo-Saxon England with Mark Cottle
DESCRIPTION:We’re always delighted to welcome Mark Cottle to the library for one of his excellent talks or study days. Starting later this month\, Mark will run a course of five study mornings at the Library on the subject of the world of Anglo-Saxon England. \nOver a period of nearly six centuries\, Anglo-Saxon England grew to become one of the richest\, best administered and culturally dynamic Kingdoms of Western Europe. \nMark Cottle’s course of five study mornings tracks these developments with particular reference to: Kingship and Kingdoms (Northumbria\, Mercia\, and Wessex); the conversion to Christianity (the Roman and Irish missions); arts and literature (the Lindisfarne Gospels and Anglo-Saxon poetry with particular reference to Beowulf). \nCourse members will receive a folder with handouts supporting all parts of the course and an annotated reading list. All-comers are welcome. \nThe course will take place in the Reading Room at The Morrab Library. It will run for five consecutive Saturday mornings at The Morrab Library\, 10.15am – 1pm\, from Saturday 23rd August until Saturday 20th September inclusive. A break\, with tea and coffee\, will be provided. \nThe course fee is £85 payable to Mark Cottle. Please email Mark (explorhist@outlook.com) to book your place – places are limited.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/study-mornings/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250705T085614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T085614Z
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SUMMARY:A Philosophy of Nature - with Darren Harper
DESCRIPTION:A Philosophy of Nature – a day course with Darren Harper\nTuesday 26th August 2025 \n10am until 3pm £60 \nPart of a two-day Philosophy Summer School\, this workshop delivers a contemplative day of nature\, philosophy\, and stillness — walking with Thoreau\, Daoism\, and Deep Ecology. \nBook both days for £100. \nEmail hello@wanderingsage.net to book.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/a-philosophy-of-nature-with-darren-harper/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Darren Harper":MAILTO:darrenharper.esq@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250705T091415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250705T091415Z
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SUMMARY:Stoicism and the Tranquil Mind - with Darren Harper
DESCRIPTION:Stoicism and the Tranquil Mind  – a day course with Darren Harper\nWednesday 27th August 2025 \n10am until 3pm £60 \nPart of a two-day Philosophy Summer School\, this workshop explores Stoic calm with Seneca—learn tools for serenity\, resilience & peace in a day of reflection\, insight & practical wisdom. \nBook both days for £100. \nEmail hello@wanderingsage.net to book.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/stoicism-and-the-tranquil-mind-with-darren-harper/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
CATEGORIES:Event,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Darren Harper":MAILTO:darrenharper.esq@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250829T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250313T114123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T114123Z
UID:11887-1756476000-1756479600@morrablibrary.org.uk
SUMMARY:Free tour of The Morrab Library
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join a free guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. \nThe tour begins at 2pm\, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a large group (6+ people) please email enquiries@morrablibrary.org.uk and we will do our best to accommodate you. \nFor accessibility information\, please click here.  \nWe also welcome visitors to the Library at any time during our opening hours (10am – 4pm\, Tuesday to Saturday) when you are welcome to pick up a map of the Library at the front desk and explore the library.
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/free-tour-of-the-morrab-library-46/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T101500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250830T130000
DTSTAMP:20260501T054618
CREATED:20250806T150043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T141749Z
UID:12499-1756548900-1756558800@morrablibrary.org.uk
SUMMARY:Study Mornings | Before the Normans Came: The World of Anglo-Saxon England with Mark Cottle
DESCRIPTION:We’re always delighted to welcome Mark Cottle to the library for one of his excellent talks or study days. Starting later this month\, Mark will run a course of five study mornings at the Library on the subject of the world of Anglo-Saxon England. \nOver a period of nearly six centuries\, Anglo-Saxon England grew to become one of the richest\, best administered and culturally dynamic Kingdoms of Western Europe. \nMark Cottle’s course of five study mornings tracks these developments with particular reference to: Kingship and Kingdoms (Northumbria\, Mercia\, and Wessex); the conversion to Christianity (the Roman and Irish missions); arts and literature (the Lindisfarne Gospels and Anglo-Saxon poetry with particular reference to Beowulf). \nCourse members will receive a folder with handouts supporting all parts of the course and an annotated reading list. All-comers are welcome. \nThe course will take place in the Reading Room at The Morrab Library. It will run for five consecutive Saturday mornings at The Morrab Library\, 10.15am – 1pm\, from Saturday 23rd August until Saturday 20th September inclusive. A break\, with tea and coffee\, will be provided. \nThe course fee is £85 payable to Mark Cottle. Please email Mark (explorhist@outlook.com) to book your place – places are limited. \n 
URL:https://morrablibrary.org.uk/event/study-mornings-before-the-normans-came-the-world-of-anglo-saxon-england-with-mark-cottle/
LOCATION:Morrab Library
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