A local library success story was shared last week as the Library Link service celebrated it’s 25th birthday. This popular service helps people who have difficulty getting out to access books and other library services. It’s fitting that the celebrations centred on Muirhouse Library, for it’s here that the Link service was first established all those years ago! Continue reading Muirhouse Library celebrates 25 years of Library Link service
Overcoming Language Barriers for Frontline/Reception Staff –
Training Opportunity for Workers in North Edinburgh
10am – 12pm, Thurs 26th Jan 2017, Muirhouse Library, Pennywell Road
Learn about:
The trainer will be Eleanor McKnight from Elite Linguist CIC. Living in Harmony and Muirhouse Library are organizing the training. Book your free place by contacting Adam Farquhar on 0131 551 1671 or emailing
Muirhouse and Granton libraries held an event with Lorna Liverpool, author of the wonderful children’s book ‘A Dance to Remember’ on Monday. The event is part of the libraries’ celebration of Black History Month which began on the 1st of October and runs until the end of the month.
Lorna demonstrated African drumming and performed stories with arts and crafts for local primary school children – giving everyone a great opportunity to learn about the African drum’s significance in African culture, and of course to make some noise!
The children were joined by the local Living in Harmony group for Lorna’s session, making it a day to remember for all at Muirhouse Library.
Thanks to Declan McCann, team leader at Muirhouse Library, for the pictures
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BRbZXUGToNg
Continue reading Lorna drums up a day to remember at Muirhouse Library
Mikael Partanen’s ‘Feel the Breeze‘ is the latest community artwork to be displayed on the billboard in front of Muirhouse library.
It’s the third to feature in a series initiated by Shopping Centre-based www.arcadeum.org
Sweet and soothing on a summer’s day?
There’s a scarred, empty wall at the entrance to the Muirhouse Library, where a piece of art used to be … it’s been a blank canvas for a while, but Arcadeum’s Art Billboard project is bringing this empty space back to life! Continue reading Bringing life back to Muirhouse Library wall
Trebles all round for Muirhouse Library Link member
Drylaw centenarian Harry Macdonald doesn’t do things by halves. He’s already celebrated his birthday with a party at Drylaw Church, then followed that up with a family meal in Davidson’s Mains – and now there’s been a third celebration as Harry marked his milestone event with staff and friends from Muirhouse Library’s Link service earlier today!
Muirhouse Library’s Declan McCann said: “Harry has been coming to library link since July 2015, and he has been a lively addition to the group. The Hearts top he is wearing was gifted by the club, has the number 100 on the back and is signed by the players. Today we shared cake, coffee and non-alcoholic bubbly!”
Muirhouse Library has a packed programme of events and activities over the Easter holidays
Turn over a new leaf!
Read all about it: Local primary school is first to complete Scotland’s library card challenge
Following the Scottish Government announcement that every child in Scotland should get a library card, Muirhouse Library, Community Learning & Development and Pirniehall Primary School have sprinted out of the educational blocks! Continue reading Pioneering Pirniehall!
Local writers launch short story book
Join us on Tuesday 24 November at 6:30pm for the launch of Muirhouse Library Writers group’s short story book. There will be readings from the collection of stories, question and answers, a chance to buy a copy of the book and refreshments.
