Story Time : « Billy the Blackbird » by Jennifer Doyle
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This February, the library is delighted to welcome author Jennifer Doyle, visiting from our twin town of Wigan, England. Jennifer will share a special reading of her children’s picture book, Billy the Blackbird (published in 2021). Families are invited to enjoy an interactive story time and craft session, designed especially for children ages 4 to 8. It’s a wonderful opportunity to hear a story inspired by nature, creativity, and family moments—told by the author herself. Free and open to the public. By registration only. This event was made possible thanks to support from the British Embassy. More about Jennifer, in her own words: « Jennifer Doyle is a mother, teacher, and nature expert from Manchester. Like so many parents in the UK, I had the bittersweet pleasure of homeschooling my children in the Spring of 2020. I was inspired to write this story after we made a bird feeder and were eagerly observing the birds visiting it every day. While the human world was very still, the birds were continuing about their business, singing loudly and bringing us joy. After a few days of excitedly watching the birds visiting the feeder, we spotted a baby blackbird in the corner of the garden and watched as his parents came back and forth with different types of food for him. We called him Billy and the story was born at our kitchen table, as I was desperately trying to engage my six-year-old son with his reading. My children loved the story and encouraged me to share it with you. We hope you will enjoy hearing about Billy’s adventures as much as we loved writing about him! » |
The Book Club reads « The Red-Haired Woman »
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The February read for the book club is « The Red-Haired Woman » by Orhan Pamuk Le Book Club se réunit une fois par mois pour discuter du livre, qui aura été sélectionné par les membres du club de lecture. Où et quand : Les rendez-vous ont lieu à la bibliothèque le vendredi de 14h30 à 16h30 de septembre à juin. Tarif : Activité gratuite pour les abonnés de la bibliothèque. Pour s’inscrire : Veuillez contacter la bibliothèque pour vous inscrire ! Nous vous invitons également à rejoindre Books and Tea ou Saturday Reading Group! |
Author Talk with Jennifer Doyle
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This February, the library is delighted to welcome children’s book author Jennifer Doyle, visiting from our twin town of Wigan, England. Jennifer is a mother, French-language teacher, and nature enthusiast whose work is inspired by storytelling, language, and the natural world. She will share her journey as an author during the 2020 pandemic, as well as her personal connection to France and Angers. Free and open to the public. |
Knit and Natter
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Come along and bring your knitting, Have a natter while you’re sitting, Or learn to knit with wool provided, Needles loaned and stitches guided. Knitted garments are très chic, So be in vogue and start this week. Knit and Natter is a free activity, open to all library members. No need to reserve, just come and enjoy! If anyone has some extra yarn please bring it in. |
Coffee House
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Join the library community for a special moment to talk about anything and everything (in English of course)! Just come in and chat with others, have a cuppa and enjoy the company. Coffee House is open to all library members. No need to reserve! Recommended donation of 1 €. |
Textile Arts & Crafts Workshop
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If you enjoy exploring all forms of textile and multimedia art, this activity is for you. We experiment with many different techniques (embroidery, weaving, patchwork, quilting, collages, dyeing techniques…) and we take pleasure in sharing and exploring various types of work together. Some of our shared projects are displayed at the library. This year we intend to go further into the artistic side of creation. No previous expertise required. Just come and join us! |
Books and tea
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“Books and Tea” is a monthly meeting, on a Thursday, for bookworms and tea drinkers. Bring a book you’ve really enjoyed, talk about it and pass it on! The group meets from 2:15 to 3:45 at La P’tite Cigogne, 23 rue du Musée in Angers. No need to sign up, just come and enjoy! |
Garden Club
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The Garden Club will visit CFPPA-ANGERS-LE-FRESNE/EPLEFPA More information about the school can be found at: https://www.lefresne-angers-se We have been asked to evaluate their (30) students as they prepare for their English Oral Exam in landscaping. Here’s what we can expect during the visit. Reservations for lunch at Le Retro on rue du Marechal Juin will be made for noon that day. If you would like to join this visit, send an email to GardenClub@ELLIA.org no later than January 29th. Specify whether you will attend the lunch and visit, or just the visit. This visit is free. |
Take your TOEIC Test
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The library is an authorized test center for the TOEIC Listening and Reading Test (the Test of English for International Communication). For more information please visit our TOEIC page or to sign up go to the official ETS website. |
Luncheon Club
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Do you love French food and restaurants? Would you like to speak English more, but in a relaxed environment? Join the Luncheon Club! Enjoy a meal and great conversation in English once a month at a local restaurant. This activity is open to library members. Spaces are limited. For more information or to sign up, please contact the group coordinator here. |