We hope you'll visit this exhibition at the top of the stairs in Central Library and read about the untold and mistold stories of key leaders within the Milton Keynes community.
The exhibition is part of the New Town Heritage Explorers project and aims to highlight and celebrate the stories of Black people who have invested in the social architecture of the city.
You'll find the 'No Corners Here' exhibition in the Event Space on the ground floor at Central Library.
New Town Heritage Explorers teamed up with Global Outreach Foundation to develop a project on the built environment and how it relates to identity and a sense of self for modern day citizens of Milton Keynes.
The New Town Heritage Explorers Project launched on 23 January and is an exciting design and heritage project which develops a New Town Heritage toolkit and brings the city’s design heritage to life with an innovative creative programme.
The project explores and documents the social history of MK – the stories of the people who live here, the impact of the buildings on daily life and what it's really like to live in a city built from scratch.
There's a great programme of literary events in Stony Stratford for the 2020 Stony Words festival - celebrating the Word in all its formats.
Stony Words brings together poetry, drama, film, music, literature and more to show how we can communicate through different media. This fortnight showcases local, national and international talent and offers something for everyone.
Check out the events at Stony Stratford Library and join us at one or all of them. Be enlightened, informed and entertained in the dark days of Winter.
Positive Colourful Abstract paintings by local artist Ann Goodman-Smith are on display upstairs at Central Library.
Ann creates layers of acrylic paints using organic shapes, symbols and bold colours to express herself and offers artwork to share her creativity and energy.
Stony Words 2020 brings 'The Zagaro' to Stony Stratford Library.
The Zagaro is an interactive show by Zoolabs (with real animals) - it's based on a famous children's story and takes us on a trip through the deep, dark wood; storytelling with live animal interaction.
Tickets for this event have SOLD OUT! (Suitable for ages 3+)
Join us for drinks, nibbles and crafts on the following Wednesdays between 7-9pm (late arrivals are welcome).
Bring your own craft project and/or enjoy the planned group activity.
Reserve your place at Olney Library (01234 711474). There is a £5 charge to be paid on the evening.
29 January
26 February
25 March
29 April
27 May
24 June
These evenings are brought to you by the Friends of the Library in Olney (FoLiO) and all profits will be donated to FoLiO's Craft Clubs and activities.
CRAFTING FOR CHANGE at Stony Stratford Library
Tuesdays 10.30am-12.30pm (term times only)
This is a friendly group, suitable for all ages and abilities, where members use their crafting skills to improve the lives of the local community and support the library.
Come along to the group: get involved with library displays and community events or bring your own project to work on.
Free to attend, although voluntary donations for tea, coffee and biscuits are very welcome!
Children's Hours offer staff led stories, songs and crafts along with educational toys. The libraries are closed to the public during these sessions and are used exclusively for families attending the Children's Hour.
Sessions cost £2 per child on the door and no advance tickets are required.
ENGLISH CONVERSATION CLASSES at Central Library
Alternate Thursdays ~ 10.30am - 12noon
English conversation classes are for anyone who would like to practise and improve their English as a second language, gain better skills for study or employment, or just get on in everyday life.
Everyone is welcome to join us on the day and you don't need to register. If you'd like to know more you can phone 01908 254050 or speak to library staff.
9 January
23 January
6 February
20 February
5 March
19 March
2 April
16 April
Please note that the classes are led by library volunteers and are not part of any ESOL curriculum.
IELTS - International English Language Testing System
IELTS is the world's proven English language test and can be accessed online at all Milton Keynes Libraries and from your computer at home. For more information, visit the eLibrary web page.
Join us for this free club at Woburn Sands Library. It's open to everyone regardless of your chess playing abilities - we can even throw in some tuition if you'd like!
ACTIVITY HATCH SESSIONS at Woburn Sands Library
Saturdays 10am-12noon
Self-service play activities for children of all ages encouraging youngsters to visit and enjoy the library. There will be Duplo, toys, drawing and colouring, books, HappyLand, cutting and sticking ... fun in all shapes and sizes!
Everyone is welcome to join us.
Please note that parents/carers must remain with their children during this activity.
(Sessions are free to attend but voluntary donations are welcome)
SATURDAY CRAFT CLUB at Olney Library
Second Saturday of every month
Crafts and creativity brought to you by the Friends of the Library in Olney (FoLiO) with a different theme each month.
This craft club has proved so popular that there are now two separate sessions with 12 children at each: 10.15-11am or 11.15am-12pm.
You'll need to book your place in advance by visiting Olney Library or phoning 01234 711474. There is a suggested voluntary contribution of £3 per child payable on the day.
11 January
8 February
14 March
Crafts and activities are aimed at children aged 3-12 and everyone is welcome to join the fun.
Please note that parents/carers must remain with their children during this activity.
COMPUTER HELP SESSIONS IT Buddies are waiting to help you
If you'd like a little guidance about using computers, the internet, your iPad, tablet or phone, setting up emails or have any computer related questions you'd like answered, we have amazing volunteers called IT BUDDIES ready to help you.
BRING YOUR OWN BOOK!
Monthly Book Chat Group at Newport Pagnell Library
Do you have a book that you would love to share with others? The Book Chat Group meets once a month on a Monday evening at 5.30pm. Everyone is welcome - just come along on the night and bring your favourite book! The next meeting dates are:
6 January
3 February
2 March
6 April
11 May
1 June
For more information, please contact Newport Pagnell Library on 01908 610933. The library is closed on Mondays and group members meet at the Riverside door at 5.30pm for entry.
Expert John Hanson is offering free 20 minute consultations to help you with research into your Family History. Sessions are held on Thursdays between 4.15-7.30pm and need to be booked in advance by phoning 01908 254051 or emailing Central Library.
16 January
20 February
19 March
16 April
Family History sessions always prove very popular and we would recommend booking early!
FoLiO (Friends of the Library in Olney) support Olney Library with many activities and have lined up another amazing programme of talks for 2019. Download your copy of the events (PDF, 153KB) and save the dates.
PICTURES OF COSTA RICA
Monday 3 February 2020 ~ 7.30pm
Ray and Jenny Rowlson share their adventures and pictures of Costa Rica.
Tickets are £5. You will need to book your place in advance online and pay at the door on the evening.
The Friends of Stony Stratford Library bring a variety of activities and events to Stony Stratford Library. Watch this space for the latest updates. More details to follow for future events - save the dates!
CHOKED: THE AGE OF AIR POLLUTION AND THE FIGHT FOR A CLEANER FUTURE
Tuesday 28 January 2020 ~ 7pm
FoSSL are delighted to welcome Beth Gardiner, American journalist and author, to deliver this talk based on her book of the same title - as part of the Stony Words programme.
Air pollution is one of the world's most urgent health threats, killing more people than AIDS, diabetes and car accidents combined. Beth will take listeners from the halls of power in Washington and the diesel-fogged streets of London to Poland's coal heartland and India's gasping capital.
Tickets for the talk are available from Stony Stratford Library (01908 562562) from Tuesday 7 January 2020. Tickets are free but FoSSL welcome donations on the night.
Her book has been featured as Book of the Week by the Guardian, which said that 'you couldn't ask for a better guide for non-specialists and concerned citizens.
Future dates with more information to follow:
Naomi Eisenstadt will talk about 'Parents, Policy and the State' - Tuesday, 25 February 2020.
Monica Else will talk about 'What is Cancer?' - Wednesday, 1 April 2020.
RELIVE GEORGIAN LIFE - Olney
November - December 2019
Visit the Discover MK Showcase area on the first floor at Central Library to see the 'Explore Your Archives' exhibition.
The exhibition explores the influence of the Georgian era on life in Olney and the surrounding area; featuring articles from the collection at the Cowper and Newton Museum, Olney.
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