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archaeology

Everyone with an interest in archaeology is invited to Enderby Library on Wednesday 2nd July at 5:15 till 6:30 when guest speaker Peter Liddle, will give a talk on the treasure find in Southeast Leicestershire and the Roman conquest of Leicester.

 

This talk is part of a series of talks and IT Workshops for adults at Enderby Library. All are welcome to these informal sessions which will be held once a month on a Wednesday. The sessions are free though donation of 20p is suggested for refreshments. Why not come along to any of the sessions which interest you, or make it a regular appointment? The upcoming sessions are listed below:

 

Wed 2nd July, 5:15-6:30: Talk – “SouthEast Leicestershire’s treasure & the Roman Conquest of Leicester.”

Wed 6th August, 4-6: IT Workshop: Finding Books online

3rd September, 4-6pm IT workshop: Family History - booking required

17th September, 5:15-6:30 Talk: Topic tbc. Speakers: PCSO Sophie Howard and PC Russ Hawkins

 

Enderby Library was refurbished last year leaving it a light and comfortable place to visit. The stock has also had an overhaul and new titles are constantly being added.

 

It is free to use the library and you can borrow up to 12 books at once. As well as books DVDs are now available for hire and there are 9 computers available for use at no cost. The library runs other regular events such as internet tasters and children’s storytimes.

 

 

 

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