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Richmond Reads |
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We are excited to present Richmond Reads 2024, a vibrant season of events celebrating the joys of reading, books and stories. |
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This year’s live programme features storytellers, authors, workshops, dance and more! There’s also lots of activity on the libraries’ social media channels to keep the celebrations going throughout autumn.
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Island Movements: Ballet like you’ve never seen before |
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Live in the library, a unique opportunity to see Black British Ballet’s epic new performance exploring the impact of Windrush. This 60-minute show includes a Q&A with dancers and creators. |
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Saturday 5 October
5.30pm – 6.45pm
Information & Reference Library Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue,
Richmond, TW9 1TP
Tickets: £4.50 full price, £1 concession |
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Psychological suspense at its finest |
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Join award-winning author Louise Candlish for an enthralling evening as she explores the intricate themes of family and friendship in her latest thriller, Our Holiday.
Louise will be joined by the insightful Nikki Smith, podcaster, and author of The Guests. The discussion will be followed by a book signing in partnership with Books on the Rise. |
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Thursday 10 October
7.00pm – 8.00pm
Richmond Lending Library
Little Green,
Richmond, TW9 1QL
Tickets: £4.50 |
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Get Online Week: TV and film online |
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Discover how easy it is to watch TV and films on your devices. Explore, free and paid for platforms like BBC iPlayer and Netflix. Find out how to sign up, search platforms and organise watchlists.
Bring your own devices for hands-on help from our friendly team. |
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Monday 14 October
10.30am – 11.30am
Twickenham Library
Garfield Road Twickenham, TW1 3JT
Free but booking is essential |
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Get Online Week: Family history made easy |
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Join us for a gentle introduction to Ancestry Library Edition and learn how to explore your family history with ease. Learn about available resources, website navigation, and search techniques. |
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Tuesday 15 October
10.30am – 11.30am
Whittaker Ellis Suite
Old Town Hall,
Whittaker Avenue,
Richmond, TW9 1TP
Free but booking is essential |
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Get Online Week: Your health online |
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Join us for a relaxed and informative session where you’ll learn how to use the internet to make managing your health easier. Learn how to book appointments, find reliable health information, and how to keep your personal information secure. |
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Wednesday 16 October
10.30am – 11.30am
Whittaker Ellis Suite
Old Town Hall,
Whittaker Avenue,
Richmond, TW9 1TP
Free but booking is essential |
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Get Online Week: Discover free eBooks and audiobooks |
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Unlock the world of digital reading with our extensive collection of free eBooks and audiobooks. A hands-on session, bring your own smartphone or tablet and we’ll help you get started. |
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Thursday 17 October
10.30am – 11.30am
Teddington Library
Waldegrave Road
Teddington, TW11 8NY
Free but booking is essential |
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Get Online Week: Introduction to AI |
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This easy-to-understand presentation led by our knowledgeable librarians will explore what AI is and how it impacts us. We’ll explain the basics, show you how AI is already part of our daily lives and bust some common myths about artificial intelligence. |
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Friday 18 October
11.00am – 12 noon
Twickenham Library
Garfield Road, Twickenham, TW1 3JT
Free but booking is essential |
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Quality of Love |
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Author Ariane Bankes discusses her new book The Quality of Love, a sparkling portrait of the deep connection between spirited siblings. She weaves the story of these captivating identical twins and their friends and lovers, including Albert Camus, Sartre, and George Orwell.
A book signing follows this event in partnership with Books on the Rise. |
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Saturday 19 October
2.00pm – 3.00pm
Twickenham Library
Garfield Road
Twickenham, TW1 3JT
Tickets: £4.50 |
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Digital drop-ins |
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Monday 21 October
10.30am – 11.30am Ham Library
Tuesday 22 October
10.30am – 11.30am Kew Library
Wednesday 23 October
10.30am – 11.30am Hampton Wick Library
Thursday 24 October 10.30am – 11.30am Teddington Library
Friday 25 October 10.30am – 11.30am Castelnau Library
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If you’d like assistance using your tablet or mobile phone, bring it along to one of our roving drop-in sessions. Our friendly staff will be on hand to give you tips so that you can get the most out of your device. No booking required.
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Book Club for Super Spies |
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Angel Exit Theatre’s new interactive performance is coming to a library near you this half-term!
The super-secret book club is looking for new recruits to help solve a mystery. Can you figure out who has been stealing the happy endings from our books? It’s a show full of music, mystery, and mayhem. With songs, puppetry, and puzzles, this is the perfect event for 5-to11-year-olds and their families. |
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Saturday 26 October
11.00am – 12.00 noon
Whitton Library
141 Nelson Road
Whitton, TW2 7BB
Saturday 26 October
2.30pm – 3.30pm
Teddington Library
Waldegrave Road
Teddington, TW11 8NY
Free but booking is essential |
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London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Library Services, The Cottage, Little Green, Richmond TW9 1QH
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