Warrington libraries - Events

Spring Break Events

Birchwood Library

Thursday 4 March  3pm-5pm

Birchwood Library, Thursday 4 March, from 3pm-5pm.

Come along and get the REAL information on things like:

• SEX

• ALCOHOL & DRUGS

• DIET

• EXERCISE

• STRESS

• VOLUNTEERING

Plus, FREE delicious healthy cakes and refreshments.

Also, while you’re here you can have a FREE manicure (courtesy of Saks Beauty Salon) and caricature (by caricaturist to the stars, Adam Hanson).

For more information see poster.

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Lymm Library

Because you're worth it!

Friday, 12th March 2010 at Lymm Library from 1pm - 3pm.

Christmas and New Year are magical times of the year when we can let our hair down, indulge a little (or a lot!).

Yet if, like most of us, the passing of the festive season has left you feeling frazzled, join us for a relaxing afternoon of pampering:

• hand and shoulder massage

• reiki

• manicure

• relaxation techniques

• tips on getting good quality sleep

• how to boost your energy and immunity

• healthy cakes (they do exist!).

Enjoy complimentary refreshments and the chance to enter our free prize draw to win a luxury spa treatment for you and a friend at a local prestigious spa.

For more information see poster

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Orford Library

Health MOT

Thursday 18 March  10am - 12noon

Not feeling your best?

Then come along to our Health MOT!

Whether there is something particular on your mind, or you just feel like you want a change, there will be someone here to offer advice and assistance on:

·       Exercise.

·       Diet & Healthy Eating.

·       Cholesterol, Blood Pressure & BMI Testing.

·       Sex.

·       Alcohol & drugs.

·       Getting quality natural sleep.

·       Relaxation techniques & pampering.

·       Stress Busting.

·       Volunteering opportunities.

·       Creative ways to relax and socialise.

·       Ageing and your wellbeing.

·       Healthy cakes & soup (oh yes, they do exist!).

Also, enjoy complimentary refreshments and the chance to enter our free prize draw!

for more information see poster.

WORKSHOPS

Creative Remedies 'Get Into Writing'

Tuesdays

1pm - 3pm

Grab paper and pencil and come along to our weekly open workshops. All are welcome!

Get Into Writing workshops are perfect for anyone who has an interest in writing, and wants to practice, learn and collaborate with like-minded people.

The workshops are a completely no pressure environment where you choose the speed that you want to work at.

Whether it is poetry, a short story or – dare I say it? – a novel that you have your sights set on, these workshops will support you and provide a valuable base for the progression, and above all enjoyment, of your writing.

 PROJECTS

Read to Relax

Orford Library

Tuesdays   10.30am - 11.30am

Lymm Library

Fridays

10.30am - 11.30am

Take some time for yourself, and come along to our friendly and informal reading group for an hour of relaxation, at:

Orford Library

Tuesdays

10.30am - 11.30am

Lymm Library

Fridays

10.30am - 11.30am

FREE, including refreshments.

"This group is really helping me to read again" Robin, Lymm

"I love being read to, it's so relaxing" John, Orford. 

Library booksale at Westbrook Library

Thursday 11 - Saturday 13 March

during normal opening hours

 Tell your story

An arts project for people aged 50+

Share your stories of Warrington, learn a new skill and socialise in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere working with professional artists.

A range of FREE arts courses are happening in Penketh:

Creative writing at Penketh Library

Over six weeks starting Friday 29 January 2010 10am - 12 noon, you will work with a tutor to create a book of stories inspired by your memories of Warrington.

 
Art at Penketh Library

Over 6 weeks starting Thursday 28 January 2010 10am - 12 noon, you will work with a local artist to create pieces of art inspired by your memories of Warrington.

See our Tell your story page 1 and page 2 handout for all the details!

Please call Rea on 01925 444 089 to book a place on each course. 

Last updated 25/02/2010 14:59:36

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