South Gloucestershire\u2019s libraries are busy gearing up for the Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.<\/p>\n
Since the Jubilee falls over the school holidays, libraries across the area are holding events for all ages that are a mix of their holiday craft sessions for primary aged children along with some special events \u2013 all with a Jubilee theme.<\/p>\n
To mark this special occasion, libraries across the South West are teaming up to encourage staff and visitors to wear a hat to the library. In addition, local artist Emily Ketteringham has been commissioned to produce bespoke arts and craft resources for the libraries to use to celebrate the Jubilee.<\/p>\n
Councillor Rachael Hunt, cabinet member responsible for libraries, said: \u201cThe Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee presents a superb opportunity for communities to come together to celebrate this remarkable milestone in her historic reign.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn addition to the many street parties and celebration events taking place across South Gloucestershire, you can also visit your local library during the half term school holidays where there will be Jubilee themed activities for the whole family. Our libraries play a key role in our communities and events such as these are a great way to meet your neighbours and for children to develop a love for reading and enjoy being creative in a safe environment.\u201d<\/p>\n
Library Jubilee events:<\/p>\n
Bradley Stoke Library<\/strong><\/p>\n Monday 30 May, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am:\u00a0Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n To book your place or for more details visit the library or email BradleyStoke.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cadbury Heath Library<\/strong> 9.30am \u2013 10am: Royal pre-school storytime session with an appearance from the Bookstart Bear<\/p>\n 10am \u2013 12noon: Tea party with children\u2019s crafts and tea and cake for all<\/p>\n For further information visit the library or email Cadburyheath.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Downend Library<\/strong><\/p>\n Friday 27 May, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Jubilee celebration coffee morning and quiz<\/p>\n Monday 30 May, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n To book your place or for more details visit the library or email Downend.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Emersons Green Library<\/strong> Tuesday 31 May, 11am \u2013 1pm: Jubilee celebration coffee morning<\/p>\n Tuesday 31 May, 11am \u2013 12noon: Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n Saturday 4 June, Jubilee Lego Club: session 1, 10am \u2013 11am; session 2, 11.30am \u2013 12.30pm<\/p>\n To book your place or for more details visit the library or email EmersonsGreen.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Filton Library<\/strong> Monday 30 May, 2.30pm \u2013 3.30pm: Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n To book your place or for more details visit the library or email Filton.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hanham Library<\/strong> 9.30am \u2013 10am: Royal pre-school storytime, with special appearance from the Bookstart Bear<\/p>\n 10am \u2013 11.30am: Royal coffee morning for all<\/p>\n 11am \u2013 12pm: The Oldland Ukulele Club will be entertaining visitors with a right royal sing-along<\/p>\n 2pm \u2013 4pm: Free craft activities for primary children<\/p>\n 3.30pm \u2013 5pm: Royal craft group for adults<\/p>\n For further information visit the library or email Hanham.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Kingswood Library<\/strong> Wednesday 1 June, 10am \u2013 12noon: Jolly Jubilee – jubilee crafts plus a fun treasure hunt and pin the tail on the corgi<\/p>\n For further information visit the library or email Kingswood.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Patchway Library\u00a0<\/strong> To book your place or for more details visit the library or email Patchway.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Scholars Chase Library<\/strong>\u00a0(Stoke Gifford Extra Care Village) To book your place or for more details visit the library or email ScholarsChase.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Staple Hill Library<\/strong><\/p>\n Tuesday 31 May, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n Saturday 4 June, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Coronation recreation Lego Club – recreate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in miniature by building Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Gold State Coach, the crown, TV cameras, the Throne or anything with a royal theme<\/p>\n To book your place for either event or for more details visit the library or email StapleHill.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Thornbury Library<\/strong><\/p>\n Monday 30 May, 11am \u2013 12noon: Hats on for her Majesty – celebrate the Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee with a tea party and quiz for everyone to enjoy<\/p>\n Wednesday 1 June, 9.30am \u2013 11am: Crowns, corgis, hearts and horses – drop in and decorate a crown, take a photo as a queen or a knight and join in with a royal themed treasure hunt<\/p>\n For further information visit the library or email Thornbury.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Winterbourne Library<\/strong> To book your place or for more details, visit the library or email Winterbourne.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Yate Library<\/strong> Monday 30 May, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Jolly Jubilee – celebrate the Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee with a coffee morning, make a crown and have a go at a quiz<\/p>\n Monday 30 May, 2.30pm \u2013 4pm: Jolly Jubilee street party – traditional party games with a Jubilee theme<\/p>\n Tuesday 31 May, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Crowns, corgis, hearts and horses – drop in to decorate a crown, take a photo as a queen or a knight and join in with a royal treasure hunt<\/p>\n Tuesday 31 May, 2.30pm \u2013 4pm: Jolly Jubilee street party – traditional party games with a Jubilee theme<\/p>\n Saturday 4 June, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Castles Lego challenge – creative building fun for children aged 7+<\/p>\n To book your place for any of these events or for more details, visit the library or email Yate.Library@southglos.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Takeaway craft bags<\/strong><\/p>\n For anyone unable to attend one of the above activities, there is the option to visit your local library to pick up a free bag of Jolly Jubilee crafts to enjoy making at home instead. Craft bags are available from Saturday 28 May to Saturday 4 June during staffed opening hours (whilst stocks last).<\/p>\n
\nSaturday 4 June – A Royal Morning: drop in for family fun<\/p>\n
\nDrop into Emerson\u2019s Green during the school holiday to pick up a Jubilee competition sheet to design your own Jubilee tea set or take part in the Jubilee treasure hunt. Prizes will be awarded for the best tea set design, and stickers will be handed out to those who solve the treasure hunt.<\/p>\n
\nDrop into Filton library during the school holiday for \u2018Bunting Bonanza\u2019 to make colourful bunting and help decorate the library.<\/p>\n
\nTuesday 31 May – Royal Fun Day: Drop in anytime for Jubilee fun with refreshments served throughout the day and an opportunity to meet a life-sized cut out Queen Elizabeth II.<\/p>\n
\nSunday 5 June, 10am \u2013 4pm: Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee at Kingswood Park – join the library staff and other local groups in Kingswood Park to celebrate the Queen\u2019s Platinum Jubilee. Lots of stalls and crafts will be available for all the family, with a special appearance from the Bookstart Bear.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday 1 June, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n
\nTuesday 31 May, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n
\nWednesday 1 June, 10.30am \u2013 11.30am: Jolly Jubilee crafts<\/p>\n
\nDrop into Yate Library during the school holiday from Monday 30 May to take part in a Jubilee treasure hunt<\/p>\n