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Patrick Coghlan

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It is with great sadness that we report the death of Patrick Coghlan, who passed away in April after a long period in intensive care with C-19. Patrick played a lead role in establishing Greenhill as a volunteer-run library and was our chairman for its first four years. More recently, he was the instigator of our project to open our new branch in Lowedges. He was passionate about libraries and reading, and his vision and calm wisdom will be sorely missed. Patrick used to talk about still being able to visit the library with his Zimmer frame when he was 90; sadly that is not now going to happen.

Pictured here are Patrick with Darrell Porter (council volunteer library support), councillor Mary Lea, and library operations manager Ann Hartley.

Status Update

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Library Update 29 June 2025

Aided by excellent weather, our Open Gardens weekend (14/15 June) was a huge success and raised over £2,200. Thanks to all the gardeners who took part and all those who bought tickets. Thanks also to Kristi for all the behind-the-scenes work. There are photos here.

Registration is now open for our annual scarecrow festival which will run from 23 Aug to 6 Sept. This year’s theme is recycling. Join in the fun and get yourself on our scarecrow map here.

Our monthly lottery provides a way for you to support the library via a regular monthly donation, and a chance to win cash prizes. You can register online using this link, or pick up a paper registration form from the library. June’s winners were Linda Stevenson and Julia Greenwood.

Booking is now open for the following. You can book at the library or online at greenhill.bookwhen.com

  • Friday 4 July:  Evening Cinema: The Great Debaters
  • Friday 18 July:  The History of Sheffield’s Water Supply

The online public access catalogue (OPAC) for our yellow-sticker collection is at greenhil.salcirc.org. Here,  you can search the catalogue by author, title or genre. You can now also create a login, allowing you to place holds, renews books, and more. There are detailed instructions here.

There are a number of ways you can support the library financially. Visit our support page for more info.

Family of Man

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Wednesday 11 March at 7.30pm: “Family of Man”
with David Ashworth

Family of Man is an audio-visual performance which, through commentary, video and music explores connections across generations celebrated in Barbara Hepworth’s remarkable series of sculptures, in Yorkshire Sculpture Park. This is a free event.

You can hear some samples from David’s “Family of Man” album here: https://davidashworth.wordpress.com/family-of-man/

Up and running at Lowedges!

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Feb 12th 2020 – Our first day of operation at Lowedges

Meet Akin … one of our newest volunteers, who will be working regularly in the new library. Akin comes to us with experience of working in other libraries around Sheffield, notably Firth Park, where he was “Children’s Champion” for three years. 

Our thanks also to Lucy, Ann, Patrick, Wendy, and the others who have worked hard to turn our vision of a library in Lowedges into reality.

One of the first families to visit us. This was taken just before we received a wonderfully chaotic deluge of children and young mums after school finished. Altogether we signed up 13 new members.

This young reader was keen to get stuck straight in.

The library will be open from 2pm – 5pm each Wednesday and 10am – 1pm each Thursday. Come and visit us in the Lowedges Community Centre (near the top entrance to Greenhill Park).

Readathon 2020

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Friday 21 Feb: Readathon 2020

Join us for a mixture of story reading and crafts on the theme of “cats”

Morning session (for younger children) 10.00 – 12.00

Afternoon session (for older children) 1pm – 3pm

Just turn up — no need to book for this free event

Children’s Cinema: Cinderella

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Children’s Cinema
Saturday 11 Jan at 2.30

Cinderella

The original (1950) Disney film of this classic fairy tale. Featuring songs such as “A Dream is a Wish your Heart Makes” and “Bibbidi-Bobbido-Boo”, this is early Disney animation at its best.

No need for a ticket — just turn up! Suggested donation £3 adults £2 children. Sweets, ice creams available.

Watch the Trailer here

A History of Sheffield Football

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Friday 17 January at 7.30
A History of Sheffield Football
with Martin Westby

During the 19th century Sheffield led the world of Association Football and was a critical factor in the formulation of today’s worldwide rules and regulations. Come and hear Sheffield-born football historian Martin Westby talk about the rich history of the 95 Sheffield clubs that existed between 1857 and 1889, with special emphasis on today’s four surviving clubs. Martin will also be selling and signing copies of his book “A History of Sheffield Football 1857-1889… Speed Science and Bottom”.

Tickets (£5) available now.

Yesterday

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Evening Cinema
Friday 10 Jan at 7.30

Yesterday

Yesterday, everyone knew about The Beatles. Today, only Jack remembers their songs. He’s about to become a very big deal. Directed by Danny Boyle, the film stars Himesh Patel and Lily James and also features Ed Sheeran.

Tickets available now. A suggested donation of £5 gets you refreshments and a raffle ticket. Door open / refreshments at 7pm. Film starts 7.30

Watch the Trailer here

Confessions of a Junk Dealer

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Friday 21 February at 7.30pm:
“Confessions of a Junk Dealer”
with Edward Patnick

To you it was a load of old junk … but to Edward Patnick it was nothing short of treasure just waiting to be discovered. Retired junk dealer Edward traces the story of how his family built a business dynasty on the things other people didn’t want.

Lego Movie 2

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Saturday 8 Feb at 2.30
Children’s Cinema

Lego Movie 2

A direct sequel to The Lego Movie. Follow Emmet Brickowski as he attempts to rescue his friends from the Systar System, while dealing with a coming cataclysm known as “Armamageddon”.

No need for a ticket — just turn up! Suggested donation £3 adults £2 children. Sweets, ice creams available.

Watch the Trailer