FOWL CALENDAR COMPETITION 2027 is OPEN. The time has come! The competition to create our next calendar for 2027 is officially open. This year, the theme for the calendar is: ‘Colours of Watlington’. What do these words conjure up for you? Perhaps it is the glorious blue of a bluebell wood, a swathe of gorgeous yellow daffodils or the soothing white of a bed of snowdrops – or do you think of the rich reds and oranges of the beech trees in autumn, the sight of a soft brown deer or a majestic red kite? Maybe your thoughts turn to a brightly coloured door/window, the burst of colour at a town event, or a spectacular sunset? In truth, the possibilities are endless. Interpret this however you see fit. The competition will run to the 1st August. For details of how to enter just pop into the library or email fowlphotocompetition@gmail.com
ART IN THE LIBRARY. We were delighted to host library favourites Jen Skene and Steph Hicks for ArtWeeks – what talented artists they both are; each with a unique style and beautiful work to admire. Thank you both very much.
Now despite the end of ArtWeeks, there continues to be a wealth of art to enjoy in the library this month. To start, the U3A Thursday Art Group currently have a wonderful multi–artist rolling exhibition on our display boards. The U3A Thursday Art Group meet regularly and work alongside each other, drawing on their shared skills and knowledge. Two artists at a time are exhibiting for two weeks at a time, so there will be much to see this month. And of course, we have the first work of our new Artist-in-Residence Neil Foreman to enjoy. Do come in and see.
FAMILY HISTORY SESSIONS. Don’t forget if you would like to research your family history you can get help from an expert; pop into the library and book a one-hour one-to-one session with our family historian volunteer who is available on the third Thursday of the month.
FOWL FA. This month Storytime falls on June 6th and 20th, whilst Rhymetime falls on June 2nd and 16th. Lego Club will be on Saturday 27th at the earlier time of 1pm during the Summer Fair.
Dr Anna Tilley; Chair FOWL
Friends of Watlington Library 