Rob Cowen journalist and nature writer is talking about his book Common Ground at York Explore, 24th March 3 pm as part of York Literature Festival
What’s on in York: Explore a story
Explore a Story 23rd March 1.30 pm
This interactive storytime session will take children on a wild adventure!
£2 per child.
York Explore Library
Spruce up planned for Front Street Acomb as flowers bloom
Spring flowers are making Acomb bright this week.
Sue Hunter visits the new community garden which is taking shape on Front Street
The Ward Committee agreed earlier in the week to fund the provision of additional flower tubs outside Acomb Explore Library
This follows hard work by local residents a couple of weeks ago who cleaned up up the Front Street area as part of the Great British Spring Clean initiative
Next up will be a coat of paint for the cycle stands in the shopping area.
The ward committee has also agreed to get on with leveling the footpath between Gale Farm Court and the car park.
Footpath will be leveled
The agenda has been published for the next Ward Committee meeting which will will take place on
Wednesday, 29th March, 2017 7.00 pm
- Venue: Gateway Centre Church
Contact: Kay Bailey Neighbourhood Manager
Items
| No. | Item |
|---|---|
| 1. | What is missing for older and vulnerable residents in the ward – Joe Micheli
What is missing for older and vulnerable residents in the ward/how can we bridge the gap and the new Local Area Coordination –workshop and group discussion facilitated by Joe Micheli, City of York Council, Adult Social Care Head of Commissioning. |
| 2. | Update on the Lowfield Green Development
Update on the Lowfield Green Development- with Roy Wallington |
| 3. | Setting of Ward Priorities
Setting of Ward Priorities |
| 4. | Ward budget
Ward budget – an update on recently funded projects and timetable for year 2017-18 |
| 5. | Have your say
Q&A with ward councillors |
What’s on in York: Flirting and Fainting: A Cultural History of the Corset
March 15th
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
£3
York Explore Coffee House
Come and join Dr Anne-Marie Evans (Subject Director for English Literature at York St John University) to explore the historical and cultural significance of the corset.
An essential item of clothing for women (and some men!) during the nineteenth century, the wearing of corsets can actually be traced back to the Renaissance period.
This event will debate the importance of the corset as a fashion item, and also consider its connections with the development of the women’s suffrage movement in England and America.
Tickets are £3 or £2 with a YorkCard and can be booked at any library, by calling 01904 552828 or emailing us at york@exploreyork.org.uk. The ticket also includes a hot drink.
What’s on in York: An Evening with Kate Garraway
York Explore Library :
Mon 13 Mar :
6.30pm – 8.00pm :
£3
As she approaches 50, Kate will discuss ‘the biggest issues women in their supposed ‘prime’ face and by drawing on her own experiences and those of others, will challenge herself more than she’s ever done so before.
With all of the natural warmth and humour she’s known for, it will be a candid look at what it really means to be a modern older woman: Is she running out of time? Should she have had children earlier? How will she cope when they leave home? What on Earth is happening to her body? Should she be bungee jumping, skydiving…and all of those other bucket list type things? Is cosmetic surgery the norm now? What will happen to her sex life after the menopause? Is her pension big enough? Her parents cared for?
The height of her career (gulp) over? And why, oh, why do her knickers keep getting bigger!’
Tickets £3 and are available from Waterstones or online.
What’s on in York: Police “drop in” at Acomb Explore Library tomorrow Friday
Advice centre with Cllr Sue Hunter at Acomb Explore Library on Wednesday
What’s on in York: Craft fair at Acomb Explore library on 8th April
What’s on in York: Bookbinding – Japanese Bound Books
York Explore Library
Sat 4 Mar
10.30am – 3.30pm
£35
Japanese binding is both a decorative and functional form of bookbinding and is an easy way to bind together single sheets of paper. It involves a technique called ‘stab stitching’ which used thread or sometimes ribbons to create a decorative effect on the outside cover. Teaching and learning will be based on a variety of methods and these will include demonstrations of techniques and personal guidance.
Please note a kit will be provided on the day for an additional cost of £6.00, payable to the tutor.
Please bring a packed lunch, use the library cafe on site (hot and cold meals and drinks), or alternatively there are excellent cafes nearby.
Book online by clicking here or call 01904 552806.
What’s on in York: Police drop in tomorrow at Acomb Library
