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  • Gwersyllt Library Book Club

    Gwersyllt Library Book Club

    Gwersyllt library hosts a book club on the third Thursday of every month between 2pm and 3:30pm.

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    The book club allows you to meet like-minded people and to have a lively discussion on the chosen book of the month – and you can also enjoy a hot drink and a slice of cake 

    The Club welcomes anyone who is interested in reading and talking about books, their pros and cons and of course the authors themselves.

    So, if you like to chat about books why not join them?

    You can find out further information here.

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  • Come And Play Scrabble at Ruabon Library

    Come And Play Scrabble at Ruabon Library

    Ruabon Library is looking for scrabble lovers to take part in their monthly Scrabble Club which is held every third Wednesday of the month.

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    It’s an opportunity to meet other people within the area who also enjoy playing Scrabble.

    The Club is free of charge and everyone is welcome to come along and play and show off their skills, make new friends and have a good time, Sounds like fun? Then feel free to go to the next Scrabble Club on May,15 at 2.15pm.

    For Information please visit:
    http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/english/community/libraries/ruabon_library.htm

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  • Free Lunchtime Concerts Continue at Tŷ Pawb

    Free Lunchtime Concerts Continue at Tŷ Pawb

    Did you know that every Thursday between 1pm and 2pm a free concert takes place at Tŷ Pawb?

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    The Live Music Showcase Recital Concerts are very popular and quite often its standing room only – when you see line up you’ll appreciate why that is. They’re designed to promote local music talent across the musical spectrum.

    They offer a range of music ranging from the stage and screen and popular classical through to folk, jazz, rhythm and blues.

    The events are free but donations are welcome to enable further live music events to take place at this exciting venue.

    There’s no need to book, just take a look below to find a concert that takes your fancy and get yourself down to Tŷ Pawb.

    Schedule of Live Music Recital Concerts, Spring and Summer 2019

    • May 2  Henry Soper, Piano and Saxophone
    • May 9  David Jones, Piano, Schuman, Godoowsky, Rachmaninoff and Liszt
    • May 16  Achille Jones, Classical guitar with guest Sophie Darling
    • May 23  Vera Van Heeringen, Vocal and Guitar
    • May 30  Shonagh Douglas, Bagpipes
    • June 6  Nick Malings, Piano
    • June 13  Brian and Jeremy Healt, Piano Duo with a programme of music by Mozart, Poulenc, Debussy
    • June 20  Rachel Marsh and Friends, Vocal with Daniel Bradford on Piano – tune in to “Summertime and the Livin is Easy” for this session
    • June 27  Max Hixon, Vocals and Guitar
    • July 4  Llangollen IME Visiting Choirs, A choral/instrumental treat
    • July 11 Caroline Morris and Friends, Piano and Woodwind
    • July 18  Anthony Mitchell, Classical Guitar
    • July 25  Elias Ackerley and Friends, Instrumental

    Derek Jones, Chair of the Advisory Board and organiser of the Recital Concerts, said: “We have been very pleased with the reception the performers have received on Thursdays and we are delighted that the area is regularly packed. We try to cater for all tastes and I can highly recommend a visit.”

    Get a taste of what’s in store below:

    The Live Music Showcase at Tŷ Pawb is supported by Wrexham Symphony Orchestra, Calon FM, The Music Place and Tŷ Pawb’s own traders. 🙂

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  • Free Exhibition Spaces For Creative Minds

    Free Exhibition Spaces For Creative Minds

    Are you are a local artist, photographer or a crafter looking for the chance to get your work showcased?

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    Then look no further than local libraries in the Wrexham area because three of them, Chirk, Ruabon and Wrexham have exhibition spaces that you can use for free.

    All you have to be able to do is be able to put your works up and take them down again when the exhibition is over.

    If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, why not jump at the chance today by contacting one of the libraries direct?

    You can find their contact details here

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  • Job Searching Support At Chirk Library

    Job Searching Support At Chirk Library

    Looking for support with job searching or just want to improve your CV?
    Then Chirk Library may be able to help.

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    Every Monday between 1pm and 3pm they’ll be offering free advice on how to make your CV stand out. You can also find out about job searches and what courses are available that may help you find a job in the future.

    No booking is required to find out more please contact 01691 772344.

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  • Tŷ Pawb Set To Host Record Fair

    Tŷ Pawb Set To Host Record Fair

    If you are record collector or you just enjoy listening to vinyl, then Saturday, May 11 at Tŷ Pawb  between 10am and 4pm is the place for you to be.

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    Tŷ Pawb is teaming up with VOD Music to hold a free entry record fair with over 30 nationwide top UK record dealers.

    To add to the atmosphere there’ll also be live music and DJ sets provided by Halcyons Dreams.

    The first Ty Pawb record fair held last November smashed expectations and over 700 visitors attended over the day. And Colin from VOD Music said that “We organise all our events locally it seemed a great idea to return once Ty Pawb opened, we also wanted to support the venue which has amazing potential and plenty of space for a Record Fair.”

    If you feel this event is for you, then put the date in your diary – Saturday, May 11 between 11pm and 4pm.

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  • Top International Author Set To Visit Wrexham

    Top International Author Set To Visit Wrexham

    If you enjoy hearing how people gained success and how they become an international sensational book writer then the opportunity is right around the corner on Saturday, April 27 at 4:30pm at Wrexham library.

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    Amanda Prowse a regular panellist on popular TV show ’Jeremy Vine TV show’ and endorsed by CNN presenter Piers Morgan and ITV presenter Charlotte Hawkins, will tell you the secrets on her unconventional route, on how she became a top selling published author and how to crack the modern day book market.

    Amanda will set out to discuss the merits of comparing indie to traditional publishing and today’s use of digital publishing.

    If you think this event will be ideal for you then why not come on down and discover the secrets set to be unveiled by Amanda Prowse.

    Tickets for the event cost £8, which can be purchased at Wrexham library.

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  • A treat of an evening coming up for historical fiction readers…

    A treat of an evening coming up for historical fiction readers…

    If you’re a fan of historical fiction you’ll enjoy this treat that’s taking place as part of Wrexham’s Carnival of Words as you’ll get two shows for the price of one.

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    Firstly a panel of four fabulous authors – Angus Donald, Matthew Harffy, E M Powell and Deborah Swift – will fight their corners in the “My Era is Better than Yours” Champions League.

    Secondly Alison Weir, the top selling female historian in the UK and who has sold over 2.7 million books worldwide will be talking about her latest novel Anna of Kleve: Queen of Secrets!

    She’s published eighteen history books including Elizabeth the Queen, Eleanor of Aquitane, The Lady in the Tower and Elizabeth of York and 7 historical novels!

    The event takes place at the Nick Whitehead Theatre, Wrexham Glyndwr University on Friday 3 May at 7pm. Tickets cost £8.

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  • Explore Unique Local Products At Tŷ Pawb’s Siop/Shop

    Explore Unique Local Products At Tŷ Pawb’s Siop/Shop

    Wondering where to get a perfect gift for someone or if you are looking for something different for your home then why not give Tŷ Pawb shop a try?

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    Siop/Shop is a unique in house gallery shop selling a wide selection of contemporary products from independent makers and artists. The unique products for people to enjoy range from stunning jewellery made from North Walian Angela Evans and local Wrexham jewellery maker Sam Belsham to textiles and design, homewares alongside an eclectic selection of greeting cards, magazines and books.

    Siop/Shop also encourages emerging artists through their “mentor the maker” scheme, which promotes established practitioners from Wales and beyond. A few names from the past that have seen the benefits of this scheme are Sara Lois, Sondergard, Ark, Jennie Jackson, Tatty Devine, Jenny Murray, Melin Tregwynt and Angie Lewin.

    “Complements all things that Tŷ Pawb offers”

    Since opening Siop/Shop has commissioned six artists to celebrate Wrexham including the launch of Tŷ Pawb itself just over 12 months ago. They also arrange for opportunities to meet the artists themselves at the “meet the makers” events that accompany exhibitions.

    Siop/Shop “complements all things that Tŷ Pawb has to offer and an excellent example of this is the former Hippodrome light which was moved to the South Arcade after being restored. It had previously been an integral part of the former Hippodrome Theatre and was rescued by Wrexham History group.

    Designer Tim Denton worked through the Designer Maker Project – a collaboration between Tŷ Pawb and CAIS through Cyfle Cymru which mentors and gives employment experience for people with experience of substance misuse and mental health conditions – to make a bespoke version of the lamp using contemporary Scandinavian design and steam bending techniques. The lamps are proving very popular and there’s a waiting list for them whilst more are lovingly produced!

    There’s more about the Hippodrome Lamp in the article below:

    Glamour of Hippodrome light comes to Tŷ Pawb

    Staff at Tŷ Pawb Siop/Shop say that:

    “Siop/Shop gives the opportunity for social enterprise to come alive”.

    Staff at Siop/Shop also say that they get interesting customers within the shop,

    The Tŷ Pawb shop staff welcome anyone to explore the shop to see what unique products they have on offer, for the general public to enjoy.

    Opening Times
    Monday-Saturday
    09:00-17:30
    Sunday/Bank Holidays
    10:00-16:00

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  • Learn with a cup of coffee

    Learn with a cup of coffee

    If you like learning and drinking coffee at the same time, then Tŷ Pawb has you covered.

    On Friday, April 19, from 9:30am until 11:30am , Tŷ Pawb will be hosting Crafty Coffee – a popular event that’s been enjoyed by lots of folks in recent times.

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    This month’s event will give you the opportunity to learn how to paint on glass candle jars…and enjoy a tour around the art gallery to see what materials are used in the exhibitions currently on display.

    The event only costs £2 per person and includes a hot drink for you to enjoy.

    If this sounds like you, then come and learn with a cup of coffee.

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