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Morrab Library, Morrab Gardens, Penzance, Cornwall TR18 4DA
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We have lots of new Young Adult books in the libra We have lots of new Young Adult books in the library, including Nofel Nawras' Brighton Funk, a coming-of-age story set in Brighton in the 1970's, and Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé's Ace of Spades, an edge-of-the-seat thriller. And today we are thrilled to welcome our brand-new volunteer Martha, who will help us look after the collection. #youngadultfiction #yafiction #newbooks #lovereading #volunteering
The epic Tour de France cycle race begins today. W The epic Tour de France cycle race begins today. We know many of our members love riding their bikes around our beautiful countryside, and these lads in the 1920's obviously did too! They have revolving bell chimes on their bikes - the 'must-have' accessory back then. We wonder what they would make of modern bike technology? Happy weekend everyone! #photofriday #exploreyourarchive #TDF2022 #cycling #letour
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the inau We are thrilled to announce the launch of the inaugural 'Patricia Eschen Prize for Poetry', an international and free to enter poetry competition, sponsored by The Dennis Myner Trust. The competition is now open for entries and runs until 30th September 2022. There are two categories: one for adults and one for children. Both prizes will be judged by two multi award-winning poets based in Cornwall: Penelope Shuttle and Katrina Naomi (who is a fellow Morrab member). Please follow @pepoetryprize for updates, poetry inspiration and writing prompts over the coming months and have a look at the link in our bio to find out how to enter the competition. We can't wait to receive your entries! #poetry #poetrycommunity #instapoetry #poetryofinstagram #poetrylovers #poetrygram #igpoetry #poetryofig #lovepoetry #poet #morrablibrary #pepoetryprize #poetrycompetition #openforsubmissions #library #librariesofinstagram
Last Sunday we welcomed the Penzance and Concarnea Last Sunday we welcomed the Penzance and Concarneau Twinning Association to the library. Books from Concarneau were gifted to us, and books bound for the Médiateque from our library were passed to our French friends. Look out for some new and wonderful French titles in the collections soon. C'est magnifique! #concarneau #twinning #lovepenzance #bookswap
Have you had a look at our Members’ Book Suggest Have you had a look at our Members’ Book Suggestions blog over on our website yet? Last week we shared a suggestion from library member Harry Carson - ‘South From Granada’ by Gerald Brenan which Harry describes as a “compassionate record of Spanish villages unspoiled by rapid progress; villages peopled by young lovers, old widows, suspect officials and a realisation that nature, even in hot and hostile places can and does provide if we are willing to be patient.” This one is available to borrow in the library if it has piqued your interest. You can read Harry's full review on our blog (link in bio) #bookreviews #booksuggestions #tbrpile #summerreading #librarybooks #bookshelfie
We know it doesn't really feel like summer in Penz We know it doesn't really feel like summer in Penzance today but thankfully the forecast is much more promising for the weekend! Book one of the few remaining places on Claire Lucas' 'Summer Art Day', taking place at the library on Saturday, to celebrate the unique beauty of this season in West Cornwall. The class will take inspiration from the plants of Morrab Gardens, photographs of the Penwith landscape and local artists’ depictions of summertime. Claire will guide you to producing sketches and more finished pieces using a variety of media of your choice. All levels of experience welcome. Find out more about the class on our website (link in bio) and contact Claire directly to book. #libraryevents #summerart #cornishartists #artclasses #summerartclasses #morrabgardens #penzance
It's been lovely to welcome Department of Humaniti It's been lovely to welcome Department of Humanities staff from the University of Exeter's Penryn Campus for a staff research away day. They're exploring the collections and enjoying the spaces. We're also looking for ways to collaborate more in the future. #UofEHumanities #awaydays
Dydh Da! It's Speak Cornish Week, running from the Dydh Da! It's Speak Cornish Week, running from the 25th June to 3rd July. We have signs around the building translating some words and phrases describing the library, so come in and enjoy a visit AND learn the language too! #speakcornish #Kernewek #Cornish #ilovecornwall #myagarkernow
Today marks the Day of the Seafarer, recognising t Today marks the Day of the Seafarer, recognising the invaluable contribution seafarers make, often at great personal cost to themselves and their families. Here's an image of a young Arthur Tippett born in Trewellard, Pendeen in 1903. He was a merchant seaman and on 3rd June 1923 was the 3rd. officer on board the S.S. Trevessa when the ship was sank off the coast of Australia. Eleven lives were lost at sea and after nearly 3 weeks the remaining crew, including Arthur, arrived at Mauritius. A book describing the events was written by the ship's Captain, Cecil Foster, relating the events, which is held in the library. #Trevessa #exploreyourarchive #dayoftheseafarer #seafaring #shipwrecks
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