Pauline reflects on a very special Story Cafe… There was an air of anticipation (and a full house) as we gathered for a visit from from the Makar, Kathleen Jamie. […]
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Story Cafe round-up: Scottish Women’s Land Army
Pauline reflects on a fascinating Story Cafe, inspired by Dorothy’s family history…. Wendy welcomed everyone to this Story Cafe which was led by Dorothy who opened the session by explaining […]
An interview with Val Murray (Castlemilk Womanhouse)
This interview was gathered by our brilliant placement student Georgia Germani who spent some time researching Castlemilk Womenhouse in our archive and was able to make contact with one of the participating […]
Story Cafe round up: working-class writers
What have we been reading and chatting about at Story Cafe? Pauline gives us the latest round up… It’s great to be back at Story Cafe again – my last […]
Story Cafe round up: Adventure!
Our first Story Cafe of 2024 was well-attended even though the weather was at its January worst! Wendy welcomed everyone and was especially happy to welcome those at Story Cafe […]
Story Cafe round up: radio pioneers
Pauline shares what we’ve been reading and chatting about at Story Cafe lately… Sometimes a Story Cafe idea stems from something Wendy or I have read. A few weeks ago […]
Story Cafe round up: from historical fiction to eco-poetry
Pauline reflects on some thought-provoking Story Cafe Specials….both of which include writers who are part of the GWL staff team… Donna Moore: Book Launch: The Unpicking This was a special […]
Inspiration and Conversation at A Beacon of Hope: Libraries for the Future event
Our volunteer Fi reflects on our Libraries of the Future event, which included presentations from inspirational library friends, Book Bunk in Nairobi and Oodi Library in Helsinki, and a workshop […]
Story Cafe Round-up: Harlem Renaissance
What have we been reading and chatting about at Story Cafe? Pauline shares her thoughts.. Special thanks to Fi for all her wonderful research – it was such a memorable […]
Story Cafe Round up: Libraries Week!
Pauline reflects on our love of all things libraries… Story Cafe 28th September Wendy introduced our theme by saying that Libraries Week is an annual showcase and celebration of the […]