DODWORTH
This Readers Group is divided into two branches. The first one
meets on the
first Monday of each month from 10.45 am to 11.45 am. We are a large
group,
whose meetings are lively and extremely enthusiastic. Several successful
fundraising applications have resulted in the purchase of furniture,
books
and equipment for the group's and the library's use.Social events and
outings have also been arranged and future grant applications are
planned.
Books and authors recently enjoyed and discussed by the group include:
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Cross Stitch by Diana Gabaldon
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Little Boy Lost by Marganita Laski
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Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold
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Shell Seekers by Rosamund Pilcher
The second branch of the group meets once a month on a Wednesday from
2.00 pm to 3.00 pm approximately. Although smaller in number, the group's
members are very keen and vocal. Books and authors recently read and
discussed include:
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Cranford by Mrs Gaskell
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The Clematis Tree by Ann Widdecombe
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Various titles by Deric Longden
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Various titles by Aileen Armitage
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Various titles by Spike Milligan
New members are always welcome at both groups. For more information
just ask at the library, or telephone 01226 281395, or contact Andrea
Clowery on AndreaClowery@barnsley.gov.uk
THe
Readers GRoup also supports an under five storytime and a young readers
group for 5-8 year olds. These meet twice a month on Monday afternoons.
The under fives meet from 2-3 pm and the young readers group from
3.45 - 4.30 pm.