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We have a couple of job opportunities at our libraries!
π Library Manager (Full Time)
π Library Assistant - - Pencoed Library (18.5 hours)
For more information, visit the Awen Cultural Trust website.
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Bounce and Rhyme at Blaengarw Workmen's Hall πΆ
Join us for Bounce and Rhyme sessions at Blaengarw Workmen's Hall.
This event is free π₯³
Suitable for ages 0 - 3 years.
π Monday 4th December, 10:30 am
π Tickets are available at Awen Box Office.
π Our Blaengarw pop-up library is open to borrow and return books when events occur at the hall.
To find out what events are on and when at Blaengarw, visit Blaengarw Workmen's Hall Box Office website.
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Adult Craft Sessions at @thebridgemps ποΈπ¨
Tomorrow will be the next Adult Craft Session at The Bridge.
We will be making Christmas Cards π
π Friday 24th November, 10 am - 12 pm.
βΌοΈ Booking is essential as spaces are limited.
These sessions are for adults of all ages.
βοΈ 01656 649378 to book.
π - Visit The Bridge website for location and more information.
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Mae'r prosiect hwn wedi ei ariannu gan lywodraeth y DG drwy Gronfa Ffyniant Gyffredin y DG, mewn partneriaeth Γ’ Chyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Pen-y-bont ar Ogwr.
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, in partnership with @bridgendcbc.
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Winter Writing Competition βοΈ
Enter our 'Winter Writing' competition with your take on the 'Winter Traditions' theme. All formats are welcome, so you could write a fiction story about the Mari Lwyd, share memories of your family Boxing Day walks, or write that ultimate winter poem, 'Ode to Hot Chocolate.'
There are two submission categories: the Youth Category for 10-17-year-olds and the adult category for everybody 18 and older.
Your submission must not exceed 600 words and must be submitted by Monday, 15th January 2024.
You can hand in your entry in print at any of the Awen Libraries, or you can submit your digital entry to history@awen-wales.com.
Don't forget to include your contact details and whether your entry is for the Youth or the Adult category.
Prizes include books, some lovely stationary and hot chocolate gift sets. The winners will have their writings published in the Libraries Newsletter and on the Awen Libraries website.
We look forward to reading your entries - happy writing! ποΈ
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Join us for an exclusive online event with the bestselling author of The Dictionary of Lost Words, Pip Williams, as she discusses her latest novel, The Bookbinder of Jericho.
Hosted by @BorrowBox - sign up for this FREE online event via the Awen Libraries Facebook page link.
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#StoryAndCraft at Blaengarw Workmen's Hall π¨
This event is free π₯³
Suitable for ages 4 - 10 years
π Thursday 7th December, 4 pm
π Visit Awen Box Office for tickets.
π Our Blaengarw pop-up library is open to borrow and return books when events occur at the hall.
To find out what events are on for visiting the pop-up library, visit Blaengarw Workmen's Hall Box Office website.
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A roller-coaster race against time, borrowers will be obsessed with The Watchmakerβs Hand β the brand-new heart-stopping thriller from bestselling author, Jeffrey Deaver β exclusively available on @BorrowBox!
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