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Anyone can experience loneliness but winter can be a particularly difficult time, especially this year. Connection is one way we can face loneliness together. Every weekday at 10.30 Norfolk Libraries hosts a 'Just a Cuppa' session on Zoom. Why not put the kettle on, and join us for 45 minutes of friendly chat? To take part, please email [email protected] stating which day you’d like to join and you’ll be sent your personal invite. If you’ve never used Zoom, library staff will help you to get started. #GreatWinterGetTogether #NoLonelyDay

A couple of topical titles published this month regarding the wonder of modern medicine. Along with good old James Martin offering up some home comfort food delights...yum! Read these ebooks for free right now at: https://norfolk.overdrive.com

Not to be missed Tomorrow evening. Gloria Steinem has been called the ‘world’s most famous feminist’. As a young New York journalist, her investigations of contraception, abortion and the Playboy Club made her name amid the changing society of the 1960’s and she has has travelled the world ever since to support the voices and lives of women. At this special event she talks to Zeinab Badawi about her life and activism about families, relationships, ageing, work, laughter, pol...itics and revolution. This event celebrates Unfinished Business: The Fight for Women's Rights, a UK-wide exhibition by the British Library and public libraries.#femisnism #womensrights #unfinishedbusiness #DiscoverCreativityNorfolkLibraries Watch it here https://www.living-knowledge-network.co.uk//gloria-steinem

Digital Health Hub: Don't worry if you missed today's session - you can join us any Wednesday at 12.30pm to learn how to navigate your GP's online services and nhs.uk website. Free sessions via Zoom - sign up by emailing [email protected] . We can even help you get onto Zoom if it's your first time

So which Booker shortlisted book is your choice, will it be the same as the judges tonight? Watch live on BBC iPlayer and BBC Arts Digital, or listen from 7.15pm on BBC Radio 4’s Front Row. #BookerPrize #BookerPrize2020

Did you know you can issue your books in the library using the Spydus App on your smartphone? This video shows you how.

This week we're at Sheringham with Kate!

We're delighted to announce that together with Suffolk Libraries UK we've won the Exceptional Contribution Award at this year’s East Anglian Book Awards. https://nationalcentreforwriting.org.uk/east-a/2020-winners National Centre for Writing #EastAnglianBookAwards

With the nights drawing in, take some time out for a little self reflection with these beautiful new titles. Reserve your copy now: https://norfolk.spydus.co.uk/

Our first Thursday evening "Read My Mind" social event was a lovely relaxed meet up on Zoom. We chatted about books that have given our wellbeing a boost. The theme of nature filled the conversation. We read some bits of our book recommendations aloud and a few people shared poetry including some they had written themselves. We are meeting again this Thursday at 7pm. If you would like to join us, please email [email protected] to request the Zoom link.

Creative Arts East have developed Free Creative Wellbeing Packs for older people, including those living with dementia or other health conditions. Packs are sent out twice a month and each month is based around a different, creative theme. https://www.creativeartseast.co.uk//creative-wellbeing-pac You can expect activities to keep your mind busy, encourage gentle physical movement from home, and offer ways to keep creative.... Get in touch to receive a free taster pack in the post or for more information! Call 01953 713390 or email [email protected] #DiscoverCreativityNorfolkLibraries

Need some help in your jobsearch? We can offer free one-to-one support sessions over Zoom. We can help you to write a better CV, plan a presentation or improve your video interview technique. We can arrange the session for a time and date that suits you: email [email protected] to book.

Do you struggle to find one hour to sit down and tackle that writing project you keep thinking about? Us, too! We were going to launch a brand new Shut Up and Write weekly session at the American Library, however we are now launching online, getting ready for when we reopen. The rules:... The event takes place at 4 pm every Tuesday and will last for one hour (and a bit). Host will post some optional prompts and wordcount challenges at the beginning and then we shut up and write for 60 minutes straight. No ifs, no buts, lock the door and get on with it Join the event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/356479055576729/

During COVID19 it's vitally important to be able to navigate reliable health information online. Sign yourself up, or someone you care for, to learn how to navigate www.NHS.uk website and GP online services - email [email protected] to book your place on our Zoom tutorial - every Wednesday @nhswebsite @HWNorfolk NHS Digital

This week Bounce & Rhyme comes to you from Dersingham Library, courtesy of Sarah!

#Christmas in some form will be happening. Borrow these magazines for free for some ideas. Available on the RBDigital app. https://norfolk.rbdigitalglobal.com/magazine/5059/481385 https://norfolk.rbdigitalglobal.com/magazine/4702/466013... #NorfolkELibrary See more

Fancy huddling up with a history book? Here are a few of our new favourites. Find them all for free at https://norfolk.overdrive.com and https://norfolk.spydus.co.uk/

Creative Careers for Young People. This is a great opportunity to find out more about a career in the creative industries, organised by our friends Young Norfolk Arts http://youngnorfolkarts.org.uk/engage-works/ #DiscoverCreativityNorfolkLibraries

Imagine a world where sugar is illegal, baking is a crime! This is exactly what author Claire Wade did in her first novel The Choice. She'll be joining us on Zoom on Wednesday 18th November and talking about what inspired her writing. The event is free and booking is essential. Find out more here http://ow.ly/57zY50C33hR

Feeling a little uncertain in these unsettling times? Why not try one of these positive page-turners, available now at https://norfolk.overdrive.com

Our first live bounce and rhyme time!

Watch this! This is the story of The Tortoise and the Princess as told by @UsifuJalloh aka The Cowfoot Prince https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-Nl0JMkrcs He has delighted Norfolk Library audiences with his mesmerising tale spinning and who we hope to welcome again in the future. If you have a story you love to tell then let us know what it is.... #storytelling #storyteller #cowfootprince Norfolk Black History Month BHM #blackstoriesmatter #DiscoverCreativityNorfolkLibraries

Let’s end the stigma around responding to a scam. Criminals are experts at what they do and there’s nothing to be embarrassed about. Join @AgainstScams in spreading awareness by completing the online session here: www.friendsagainstscams.org.uk and become #ScamAware

For all football fans and those who like a series, here is the National Shelf Service recommendation of Keeper by Mal Peet. https://youtu.be/xvYYHze26t4 Available in paperback https://norfolk.spydus.co.uk/cgi-/spydus.exe//WPAC/BIBENQ and as an e book https://norfolk.overdrive.com/media/326378 #NationalShelfService

The latest American Library Reading America video is now live. This week, follow us to Arizona with the Miracle Life of Edgar Mint

Smoking attacks our lungs and makes it harder to breathe. And looking after our health has never been more important. Search Stoptober to quit smoking and breathe #BetterHealth #Stoptober #HealthyLibsNFK

Calling young coders to join us at our new Online Coding Club starting soon. Booking is essential as spaces are limited. Email [email protected] to book #getonlineweek #digital

Today at #dropinanddraw , we are taking inspiration from the beautiful Chiwara sculptures created by the Bambari ethnic group in Mali.. Chiwara is a ritual object, a hero figure half antelope, half human born from the union of the sky goddess Mousso Koroni and an earth spirit in the shape of a cobra. The Chi Wara came to earth to teach humans to sow crops, and thus is honored at both sowing and harvest festivals. Use the flowing shapes and curves of the sculptures to create your own #Chi Wara drawing. #DiscoverCreativityNorfolkLibraries @norfolkblackhistorymonth #BlackStoriesMatter

Picture Norfolk Image of the Week: King Edward VII arriving for luncheon at Drill Hall in Norwich on 25th October 1909. Photo taken by George Swain. Further details can be found on the catalogue here: https://norfolk.spydus.co.uk/cgi-/spydus.exe//WPAC/BIBENQ... Search for other images of Norfolk here: https://tinyurl.com/o52xzmv Publication prohibited without the permission of Norfolk County Council.