Library Clubs

Dukinfield Library Club

Margaret Holbrook

The Folklore of flowers and trees

Wednesday 10 July 2024
10:30-11:30am

Why are certain flowers traditional in bridal bouquets? And should it be white or red roses for your Valentine? The hawthorn is our native tree and revered in folklore, but why should you carry a few of the leaves around with you? This talk looks at how some of the flowers we see everyday, either in the field, garden or shop have links to folklore and ancient beliefs. An illustrated talk with poetry excerpts from Holbrook’s “Hobby Horses will Dance”.

Admission: All adults welcome. No need to book, just come along on the day. Refreshments provided.
Venue: Concord Way, Dukinfield, SK16 4DB
 

Droylsden Library Club

Simon Michael Author Talk

My Life in Crime

Wednesday 3 July 202410:00-11:30am

 If you’d like to know what it’s like to share a bacon sandwich with a convicted murderer in the Old Bailey cells; to wear a 200 year-old horsehair wig; to do battle with corrupt members of the Sweeney, or how Simon came to sign an oath on the cabin hatch of the Golden Hind … then come and join us for this fascinating talk on tales from the Bar, writing crime novels and family history by the ‘British John Grisham’ - Simon Michael.

Admission: The event is free and there’s no need to book, just come along on the day.

Venue: Droylsden Library, Guardsman Tony Downes House, Manchester Road, Droylsden, M43 6SF

Library Clubs

Library Clubs offer talks and workshops on a range of topics. They are friendly and fun and a great opportunity to try something new. Past events include Local History talks, Crime Writing Workshops, Willow Weaving, and Meditation Sessions.

All events are free and refreshments are provided, so whether you're on your own or with a friend why not join us, have a brew, and get involved?

Come along to one of our club events...

• Each month we have a talk or workshop on a different topic
• All club events are free to all
• All venues have easy, level access
• A chance to choose books and talking books to borrow

No need to book, just turn up on the day. If you have any special access requirements, please contact the relevant library in advance.

Club meeting times

Droylsden Library Club

First Wednesday of the month, 10 - 11.30am

Call 0161 342 4000 option 3 for details
Droylsden Library, Guardsman Tony, Downes House, Manchester Road, Droylsden, M43 6EP

Dukinfield Library Club

Second Wednesday of the month, 10.30 - 11.30 am.

Call 0161 342 4000 option 4 for details
Dukinfield Library, Concord Way, Dukinfield, SK16 4DB

For further information on our opening times, please see our information page.

Book Time for Yourself Clubs

Tameside's free, friendly and relaxing weekly book clubs

What are Book Time for Yourself clubs?

The clubs offer a new type of reading experience. They are small and friendly, and meet at various locations across Tameside once a week for an hour and a half.

How do they work?

Participants read short stories, poems and books aloud to the group. Members can simply sit back and listen, or join in discussions about what they have just heard.

Unlike standard readers' groups members do not need to read the book or short story before coming to a session making them pressure free.

Who is it for?

Book Time for Yourself clubs are open to any adults who are looking for the time and space to relax.

What sort of things do you read?

A mixture of novels, short stories and poems.

Where do the clubs meet?

Please note some groups meet during Open+ hours. To attend you will need to be registered for Open+ access. For full details please visit Open+ or contact the library during staffed hours.