Reading Group (Skelmersdale) #LancsLibRG
Monday 6th January
Why not come along and join in with this informal and friendly group where we read and discuss a lively mix of books? A reading group is a great way of sharing the love of reading and inspiring you to try something different.
Lancashire Library provides set of books to readings groups large and small, for all ages, throughout Lancashire for extended loan periods and you can choose a title every month. See our Reading Groups page for details.
This event is free, no ticket required, just drop in.
First Monday of every month from 2pm
You might also be interested in…. You’ll find a Shared Reading Group in many of our Libraries. A friendly, comfortable group, where we read to you this is peculiarly suitable for people who aren’t ‘big readers’.
For more information, please contact us
Get online with Learn My Way (Skelmersdale) #digiskills
Monday 6th January
Every Monday from 10am during term time only
Free 6 week course at your local Library
Free help to get online and learn a number of different skills which could include, using the mouse and keyboard, searching the web safely, applying for jobs completing on-line forms, using email, finding free entertainment, follow your hobbies, using public services and your library online.
These courses uses the short Learn My Way online modules that you choose to meet your requirements with 1:1 support from library staff, Lancashire Adult Learning and volunteers. The courses are self-directed and interactive and allows people to progress at their own pace with support. You can also bring your tablet or laptop along and access this course using the Library’s free Wi-Fi. Once you have enrolled, if you have a computer at home you can access the modules in your own time.
We provide bite-size courses and one to one help. It doesn’t matter how young or old you are, it doesn’t matter if you’ve never used a computer, we can help you! There are also follow on courses you can access if you wish to.
This is a free event, but places are limited, so advance booking is essential
This is a 6 week course of 2 hour sessions. Please ensure you can attend all sessions before registering.
For more information, please contact us
Installation of ILLUME artworks (Skelmersdale)
Monday 6th January
These artworks are a public exhibition and are just one element of a collaborative arts project delivered by artists from Glassball from 2017-2019.
Other artworks include; the ADF audio work in collaboration with musician Simon Tong, West Lancs College students, SHARES Pupil Parliament and residents; Alternative Futures intervention on Pimbo Industrial Estate, and New Town Reclaimed in collaboration with artist Andre Stitt and residents.
All welcome, no booking required.
This is a non-bookable event, don’t get a ticket, just turn up on the day.
For more information, please contact us
Little Explorers - Storytime with Stay and Play (Skelmersdale)
Tuesday 7th January
Join us for simple stories aimed at very young children, followed by a play session with jigsaws and building blocks, plus time for mums and carers to chat.
Every Tuesday from 10am to 11am, term time only.
Accompanied pre-school children welcome, no booking required.
This is a non-bookable event, don’t get a ticket, just turn up on the day.
Please note, you do not need tickets for this event. Registering for a ticket will not guarantee you a place and no updates about the event will be emailed to you.
For more information, please contact us
Adult Scrabble Club (Skelmersdale)
Wednesday 8th January
Calling Adult Scrabble Players of all abilities! Come and enjoy a few games at our Scrabble Club!
Every Wednesday from 10am, term time only.
This event is free, no ticket required.
Please note this event is only held during school term times
For more information, please contact us
Reading Cafe (Skelmersdale)
Wednesday 8th January
Enjoy browsing books along with puzzles, jigsaws, knitting, tea/coffee and biscuits, plus great company!
All age groups welcome.
Every Wednesday from 10.30am to 11.30am.
This event is free, no ticket required.
For more information, please contact us
Craft Circle (Skelmersdale)
Thursday 9th January
Skelmersdale Library every Thursday from 2pm
Come and enjoy yourself. Share your skill with other crafters or learn that craft you have always wanted to try. Have you that unfinished item that you want help with? Bring it a long. There are also knitting needles and wool available if needed.
This event is free, no ticket required.
For more information, please contact us
Toddler Rhyme Time (Skelmersdale)
Friday 10th January
Skelmersdale Library every Friday from 10am - term time only
Sing-along songs and rhymes with movement and actions for pre-school children from around 18 months upwards. Rhyming is more than just fun, it actually helps young children make connections between sounds and words, encouraging their language development plus the actions help develop motor skills. It will keep your toddler entertained and engaged in learning!
You might also be interested in…many of our libraries also hold regular Story Time sessions for pre-school and Baby Bounce and Rhyme.
This event is free, no ticket required.
Term time only.
For more information, please contact us
Baby Bounce and Rhyme (Skelmersdale)
Friday 10th January
Skelmersdale Library every Friday from 10.45am - Term time only
Enjoy lively sing-along songs, gentle movements and rhymes with your baby, plus meet and chat with other parents and carers. Suitable for babies up to around 18 months of age.
You might also be interested in…many of our libraries also hold regular Toddler Rhyme Time and Story Time sessions for slightly older children
This event is free, no ticket required.
For more information, please contact us
Quiet Hour (Skelmersdale)
Saturday 11th January
We are pleased to welcome you to come along and enjoy a quiet hour in a calm environment while we make your visit as comfortable as possible. Browse the books, sit and read a story, or use our Public Computers and free WiFi as normal - with a little less noise than usual. During this time there will be no events planned, we will be muting our staff computers and dimming the lights slightly.
All welcome, no booking required.
For more information, please contact us
Lego Master Builders (Skelmersdale)
Saturday 11th January
Calling all Lego master builders come and get creative at Skelmersdale Library every Saturday during term time 2:00pm till 3:30pm.
Drop in for a while or stay and join in the fun! Children aged 5-12 welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. No booking required.
This is a non-bookable event, don’t get a ticket, just turn up on the day.
Please note, you do not need tickets for this event. Registering for a ticket will not guarantee you a place and no updates about the event will be emailed to you.
For more information, please contact us
Children’s Saturday Club (Skelmersdale)
Saturday 11th January
Free Fun Quality Family Time! every Saturday from 10.30am
Each session is different, drop in and join other families and friends as we make, do, and explore books together.
This event is free, no ticket required. For more information, please contact us
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