My raised thumb in the Barnsley Chronicle celebrating the refurbishment of the wonderful Darfield Library ⁦Barnsley Libraries⁩

Stephen May launches his historical thriller Green Ink at The Lightbox on Saturday 12 April. The novel is based on the life of a former MP and secret service informant who vanished in 1920. Was he murdered by the British Government? Book here: barnsley.gov.uk/services/libra… #authortalk

Spencer Vignes launches his new book about Reds legend George Robledo at The Lightbox. 'Postcards from Santiago' tells the story of the football hero who was brought up in the Dearne and went on to score for Chile at the 1950 World Cup. my.barnsley.gov.uk/events/47374/r… Barnsley FC

We are pleased to be supported this event Barnsley Libraries with Joanne Harris for Vianne. I have an advance copy and am looking forward to reading! Follow the posts to find the link to book tickets online. #Barnsley #Vianne

Attention Barnsley supporters. The Barnsley launch 'do' for 'Postcards From Santiago', my biography of George Robledo, the first overseas star of English football, is at Barnsley Library on Saturday 10 May, kick-off 11.30am. All welcome. Entry is free.

Tomorrow (7th May) we will be holding the first of our three regular monthly outreach clinics. This one is at Library @ the Lightbox, Barnsley Town Centre. 10.00am to 2.00pm. We can help with minor hearing aid repairs, provide batteries and advice. Barnsley Hospital Barnsley Libraries

Vianne has arrived! The new book from Joanne Harris is released on 22 May, I'm reading an advance copy, very good portrayal of character, of place, of decisions and direction in life. If you can't wait we are supporting an event Barnsley Libraries on 17 May (link in next post)...

Very busy event earlier Barnsley Libraries with Spencer Vignes, talking about Postcards from Santiago. The biograpy of George Robledo - born in Chile, raised in Yorkshire, and played for Barnsley, Newcastle and others breaking records along the way. Look forward to reading my copy!

Good turn out in Barnsley for the George Robledo book launch. Next up, Chilean Embassy, London - Tuesday 13th May tinyurl.com/5dtxehfn The book is available at tinyurl.com/svrobledo Barnsley Book Vault Barnsley Libraries Spencer Vignes

Great event Barnsley Libraries this morning. Barnsley,Newcastle,Chile,John Lennon and a wooden key!Postcards from Santiago is the George Robledo story written by Spencer Vignes ,buy it⚽️

Heading north again for the Huddersfield Litfest tomorrow. The Lawrence Batley Theatre is sold out, but there are still some seats for the Lightbox at Barnsley library in the evening…

We’ve had the most wonderful evening with Joanne Harris at the Library at the Lightbox, thank you Joanne for including us on your Vianne tour! 🍫

Off to Goldthorpe this morning for a meeting of the Barnsley Libraries NPO Steering Group; each library in the borough is a cathedral of art and endeavour!

An inspiring meeting of the Barnsley Libraries NPO steering group. So many marvellous things happening in our borough!

Off to Barnsley for a chat about next year’s Barnsley Libraries Book Festival. Watch this space!

Barnsley Libraries and Barnsley Museums have proudly received the Libraries of Sanctuary and Museum of Sanctuary awards, recognising their commitment to creating safe spaces for all. The awards were presented at the council chambers, alongside pupils from St John the Baptist Primary.

What a time we’ve had Barnsley Libraries this afternoon as part of the #summerreadingchallenge ❤️🧪🌱📚 Creating our very own story gardens with the latest technology in plant growth all thanks to PlantletCulture. Well done everyone 😃

Emilia is having the best time growing her story garden, all part of this years #summerreadingchallenge activities Barnsley Libraries 🙌🏻❤️🧪🌱 Make sure to join us at our celebration event Saturday 6th September. It’s free to attend but book here: my.barnsley.gov.uk/events/49243/a…