We would love to learn some songs from non-English speaking families to celebrate Bookbug Week this year!
Would you like to share any with us?
If so, send us a message or speak to us at the library desk. We will ask you to teach us your song or rhyme and then we will use it in a special session in #BookbugWeek2024!
(Illustration by Hazel Dunn)
It’s no secret that we like a wee warble in Granton Library, whether it’s Bookbug, Library Link or just a pom pom pom behind the desk.
We decided to make a thing of it, and we have some songbooks to bring out, so why not join us and make a terrible noise in good company?
Everyone is welcome (and it may also suit people who have dementia with their carers; let us know if there’s anything we can do to open this up for you).
There will be absolutely no attempts to be good. At the moment it’s just a one-off but who knows?
La la la….
COMMUNITY EVENT – WEDNESDAY 29 NOVEMBER from 9.30am
Mermaid storyteller and singer extraordinaire Siren Cuan is coming to Granton Library and she would love you to join her!
(The person behind the mermaid, Catherine Bapty, is a music and ASN teacher with over 10 years’ experience).
We can’t wait for this exciting event. Please note that this is in our usual Friday Bookbug slot but as it’s aimed largely at the same age group we hope that won’t be a problem!
We do ask you to book so we can be sure everyone has the space they need – but the event is free to attend. Places available through Eventbrite:
RVS LOOKING FOR HOME LIBRARY SERVICE VOLUNTEER
We are looking for some help!
Our lovely Library Link group, which helps people with mobility difficulties to get to the library, is currently without a volunteer.
It runs on Tuesday mornings at 10am fortnightly and would require a commitment of around 3 hours.
The volunteer supports people from their front door onto the bus, during the session (tea and biscuits provided!) and then back home again.
If you think you could help, let us know at Granton library and we will put you in touch with the Royal Voluntary Service who co-ordinate this (Thanks RVS!)
Or follow this link: https://my.royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk/opportunities
GRANTON Libary is excited to announce a superb author/illustrator visit coming to the Library after the holidays!
John Chalmers and Sandra Marrs, also known as Metaphrog, are award-winning graphic novelists whose work has a huge fanbase.
Are you aged 8-13 and love graphic novels, illustration and cartooning? This event is for you! They’ll share some insights about their working practice and guide you through some comic book inspiration so that you can create your own comic strips!
This will be a friendly workshop-style event in the library. Free to attend, all welcome.
Eventbrite link is here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/…/metaphrog-author-and…
This Wednesday we have a craft activity for families – and their toys!
(Small toys only though – height restrictions may apply 
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Paper airplane building crafts tomorrow (Friday 12May) from 2:30 – 3:30 @ Granton Library
Come along to test your aerodynamic skills – no need to book just come along!
We have a couple of new evening groups starting up here at Granton Library.
The first is a monthly book group. First meeting next Wednesday 30th November. Please bring a book you’ve read recently for discussion – we will also discuss what sort of group you’d like this to be.
Tea and coffee will be provided. We look forward to welcoming you!
Come one and all and design your own picture frame this Friday only from 1:30-2:30 @ Granton Library. 
