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Despicable Me

Saturday 11 January
Children’s Cinema
Despicable Me

Surrounded by a small army of minions, Gru (Steve Carell) is planning the biggest heist in the history of the world. He is going to steal the moon. Until one day he encounters three little orphaned girls who look at him and see something that no one else has ever seen: a potential father.

Watch the trailer here.

Behind the Scenes

Friday 20 June
Behind the scenes at Sheffield Theatres

Jackie Pass (Assistant to the Chief Executive and Artistic Director) and Kathy Gillibrand (Finance Director) take you behind the scenes of the iconic Crucible, Lyceum and Playhouse theatres to talk about the history, work and upcoming plans for the largest producing theatre complex outside of London.

Door open / refreshments 7.00 pm. Talk starts 7.30

Tickets (£5) available from the library or online at greenhill.bookwhen.com

Sheffield Folk Chorale

Saturday 28 June at 7.30pm
Sheffield Folk Chorale Midsummer Concert

This fabulous four-part choir with a fresh sound and glorious harmonies is performing a program of folk music at St Peter’s Church, Greenhill. Tickets (£8) available from library reception or online at greenhill.bookwhen.com. All profits from this event will go to the library.

The History of Sheffield’s Water Supply

Friday 18 July
“The history of Sheffield’s Water Supply”

Dr Jenny Stephenson will talk about the turbulent history of our water supplies, waste solutions and various troubles in the pipeline, her emphasis being the effect on health. Her book on the topic will be available to buy for £10 and all proceeds go to charity.

Doors open / refreshments 7.00pm. Talk starts 7.30

Conclave

Friday 2 May
Evening Cinema
Conclave

When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with leading one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events, selecting a new Pope, he finds himself at the center of a web of conspiracies and intrigue that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church. With Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci and John Lithgow.

Watch the trailer here.

Victoria and Abdul

Friday 6 June
Evening Cinema
Victoria and Abdul

Abdul Karim, a young prison clerk from India, travels to present Queen Victoria with a mohur on her Golden Jubilee and strikes an unlikely friendship with her. Based on the book by Shrabani Basu and starring Judi Dench and Ai Fazal.

Doors open / refreshments 7.00pm. Film stars 7.30

Watch the trailer here.

The Great Debaters

Friday 4 July
Evening Cinema
The Great Debaters

Based on a true story and set in Texas in 1935, the movie tells of the efforts of Melvin Tolson to place his black debating team on equal footing with the whites at a time when “Jim Crow” laws enforced racial segregation. Directed by and starring Denzel Washington and Forest Whitaker.

Watch the trailer here.

Legend of the Guardians

Saturday 3 May
Children’s Cinema
Legend of the Guardians

Impressive animation and an epic good-versus-evil tale from the studio that brought you “Happy Feet”. Emtionally involving with a compelling story that matches the film’s breathtaking visual beauty. Voice talents include Helen Mirram and Sam Neill.

Doors open / refreshments 2.00pm. Film starts 2.30 Free showing and no need to book.

Watch the trailer here.

Toy Story 2

Saturday 7 June
Children’s Cinema
Toy Story 2

This 1999 sequel to Pixar’s groundbreaking 1995 film “Toy Story” takes the imaginative world of living toys to new heights, both emotionally and creatively. When Woody is stolen by a toy collector, Buzz and his friends set out on a rescue mission to save Woody before he becomes a museum toy property with his roundup gang Jessie, Prospector, and Bullseye.

Doors open / refreshments 2.00pm. Film starts 2.30. Free showing and no need to book.

Watch the trailer here.

Mufasa the Lion King

Saturday 5 July
Children’s Cinema
Mufasa the Lion King

Superb animation telling the story of the unlikely rise of Mufasa from an orphaned cub to become the beloved king of the Pride Lands, and father of Simba. Featuring 7 new songs and several well-loved characters from “The Lion King” including Rafiki, Zazu, Pumbaa and Timon.

Doors open / refreshments 2.00pm. Film starts 2.30. Free showing and no need to book.

Watch the trailer here.

All About Jewellery

Friday 11 April
“All about Jewellery”

From carats and ring settings to cuts, albert chains and cubic zirconia, Richard Fagg tells all about jewellery – how to wear it, how bespoke and commercial items are made, and leading brands such as Pandora and Tiffany. There may also be an opportunity for valuations of items brought in.

Doors open / refreshments 7.00pm; talk starts 7.30

Tickets (£5) available online at bookwhen.greenhill.com