Library to host events for Milngavie Week this June
The events are organised by the East Dunbartonshire Leisure and Culture Trust (EDLCT) and are part of the wider Milngavie Week celebrations, co-ordinated by the Milngavie Community Development Trust.
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Councillor Jim Gibbons, chair of EDLCT, said: "Excitement is growing ahead of Milngavie Week – which will include a range of events at the library.
"You can enjoy talks, quiz questions, new writing and more.
"Check online for more information."
Events held for Milngavie Week are available to book online at bit.ly/3FpyObV.
Milngavie Library's events begin on Saturday, June 7 with an Adult Crafternoon from 10.30am to 1pm, offering a sewing session led by an experienced crafter.
A Kids Crafternoon follows from 2pm to 4pm, where children can make their own Milngavie Week lanyard.
Both events are free, though booking is required for the adult session.
On Monday, June 9, Dr Rhona Morrison will speak from 6pm to 7pm about her journey from forensic psychiatry to becoming a writer and lecturer.
Her talk will conclude with a Q&A session.
Tuesday, June 10 features a Silent Book Walk starting at 1.15pm.
Participants will take a leisurely stroll while listening to chapters of Elton John's memoir "Me," followed by refreshments and conversation.
Later that day, the library will host Bedtime Bookbug at 5.30pm, offering songs, rhymes, and stories for children under four.
That evening, from 6pm to 7.30pm, the library will host Ladies Taster Tuesday, focusing on women's health and wellbeing with taster sessions and refreshments.
On Wednesday, June 11, the Strathkelvin Writers' Group will present an evening of readings and reflections from their latest collection, Sky Painting, from 6.30pm to 8pm.
Geraldine McFaul will speak on Thursday, June 12 from 6pm to 7pm about her 2,009-mile walk from Glasgow to Rome in 2023.
She will share stories and photos from her journey to raise funds for Mary's Meals and Dementia UK.
Rhona Morrison and Geraldine McFaul (Image: Supplied) Geraldine will speak on Thursday, June 12 (Image: Supplied)
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The week wraps up with the library's first-ever Family Quiz, Forget The Chase, on Saturday, June 14 from 2pm to 4pm.
Teams and solo participants are welcome, and refreshments will be provided.
All events are free unless otherwise stated, but booking is recommended.
More information about Milngavie Library's upcoming events can be found on its website.
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