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Monsters Inc

Saturday 2 March at 2pm: Monsters Inc

In another success from Pixar we follow the adventures of James P. “Sulley” Sullivan and Mike Wazowski, two monsters who, in order to power the city, have to scare children so that they scream. However, the children are toxic to the monsters, and after a child gets through, they realise things may not be what they think. John Goodman, Billy Crystal and Steve Buscemi provide voices.

No need to book — just turn up. Suggested donation £3 adults, £2 children. Ice creams and refreshments available.

The Railway Children

Saturday 2 February at 2pm
The Railway Children

In February comes the classic 1970 movie based on the book by E Nesbit. Starring Jenny Agutter, Dinah Sheridan and Bernard Cribbins, the film frequently makes it onto top British film lists. After the enforced absence of their father, three children move with their mother to Yorkshire, where during their adventures they attempt to discover the reason for his disappearance

Edie

Friday 1 February at 7.30pm
Edie

In this movie from director Simon Hunter, 83 year old Edie believes that it is never too late. Packing an old camping bag, leaving her life behind and embarking on an adventure she never got to have – climbing the imposing Mount Suilven in Scotland. Sheila Hancock stars in the film and as an aside, she completed the trek up the mountain herself making her the oldest person to do so.

A Star is Born

Friday 3 May at 7.30pm: A Star is Born

In this 2018 version of A Star Is Born from first-time director and star Bradley Cooper, a musician helps a young singer find fame, even as age and alcoholism send his own career into a downward spiral. Lady Gaga also stars as the young singer. The Guardian described A Star Is Born as “outrageously watchable”. The movie has also been nominated for eight BAFTAs.

Tickets go on sale about a month before. A suggested donation of £5 gets you refreshments and a raffle ticket.

Nutcracker and the Four Realms

Saturday 11 May at 2pm
The Nutcracker and the Four Realms

A visually stunning retelling of E.T.A. Hoffmann’s short story ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’. In the story a young girl is transported into a magical world of gingerbread soldiers and an army of mice. The movie stars Keira Knightley, Matthew MacFadyen, Richard E Grant, Helen Mirren and Morgan Freeman. Described by Empire magazine as “whimsical, likeable fairy tale.”

No need to book — just turn up. Suggested donation £3 adults, £2 children. Ice creams and refreshments available.

Gardening for Wildlife

15 March at 7.00pm: Gardening for Wildlife,
with Fran Halsall

If you are keen to get your garden buzzing with bees and other beneficial insects then this talk will point you in the right direction. Join Greenhill resident and gardening tutor Fran Halsall, as she explores the principles behind creating beautiful gardens that are also thriving habitats.

Tickets £5, available from library reception.

Christmas in the Library 2018

And a good time was had by all …

With singing from Greenhill, Abbey Lane and Lowedges schools plus our very own Greenhill Songsters, storytelling, lucky dip, mulled wine and cake, silent auction, and a popular Junk Modelling activity, our “Chritmas in the Library” on 8 December was a real feel-good day.

The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society

Friday 4 January at 7.30pm

The Guernsey Literary And Potato Peel Pie Society

Film adaptation of Mary Ann Shaffer’s NY Times bestseller. In the aftermath of World War II, a writer forms an unexpected bond with the residents of Guernsey Island when she decides to write a book about their experiences during the war. Starring Lily James and Michael Huisman, the movie gained positive reviews with the Metro describing the performances as “classy”.

Code Club Parents Evening

Code Club Parents Evening

We’ve been running Code Club sessions for a while now and on 21 November, we’re holding a session for parents who:

  • Already have a child at code club 
  • Have a child who might be interested, and would like to know more

Also, although Code Club is aimed at teaching coding skills to 9-13 year olds, we’re wondering if there’s demand for a club for adults? It’s never too late to start learning! Come along if you’re interested.

Disney on Ice Colouring Competition

Win a family ticket to see Disney on Ice in our free colouring competition

Enter our colouring competition to win four tickets for “Disney on Ice” at the FlyDSA Arena (Sheffield Arena) at 6.30 on Wednesday 14 November. You can download an entry form and colouring sheet to print out using this link, or pick one up from reception.

Completed entries must be returned to the library by 7 November. The winner will be notified on 8 November.