We were truly blessed to have had a long and special association with the late James Kelso over the past few years and inspired by this relationship we are keen to continue in a similar vein. In that spirit, we are thrilled to announce that our new FOWL ‘Artist-in Residence’ will be the wonderfully talented … Continue reading FOWL’s new Artist-In-Residence
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May In The Library
As I write, we have just enjoyed the most marvellous evening in the company of India Hicks, who visited us to tell us all about her book on her mother Lady Pamela Hicks. We were thrilled that Lady Pamela herself was also able to join us, making the evening even more special. By any measure, … Continue reading May In The Library
Lady Pamela : Friday 17th April
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT We are delighted that India Hicks will be visiting to tell us all about her book on her mother Lady Pamela Hicks. India has been sharing anecdotes about her mother Lady Pamela for many years and this beautiful, visual biography is a fascinating chronicle of Lady Pamela's life. Born a British aristocrat to … Continue reading Lady Pamela : Friday 17th April
Beyond The Ridge : A new exhibition from Jess Parker
Do come into the library to see a wonderful new display by another supremely talented local artist, Jess Parker. Jess invites us to exerience Beyond The Ridge - an exhibition inspired by the sweeping landscapes and horizons of the Chiltern Hills. The paintings offer a thoughtful and uplifting invitation to pause, reconnect and embrace the … Continue reading Beyond The Ridge : A new exhibition from Jess Parker
Anti-Heroes & Why We Love Them : 20th March
We are very pleased to be welcoming crime writer Simon Mason to talk about the role of anti-heroes in literature. Literature is full of badly behaved characters that we all love to read about - Long John Silver, Mr Toad, Tom Ripley to name but a few. Why do we love to read about them … Continue reading Anti-Heroes & Why We Love Them : 20th March
Finding Nemon : Friday 20th February
We are delighted to welcome Lady Aurelia Young to the library to talk about her father, the celebrated sculptor Oscar Nemon, known for his busts of royalty and statesmen, including Queen Elizabeth 11 and Winston Churchill. Aurelia will tell the story of Nemon's turbulent life, with insights and stories of a creative genius. Full details … Continue reading Finding Nemon : Friday 20th February
A new exhibition : “In Search of Medieval Cuxham”
Do come in to the library and enjoy the wonderful paintings by Watlington artist Margaret Peach. It includes an imagined landscape painting of Cuxham as it may have looked in the Middle Ages, along with some paintings of the village as it is now. The library is open : Tuesday : 9.30 am - 1pm … Continue reading A new exhibition : “In Search of Medieval Cuxham”
Calling all photographers…
...for this year's photography competition to produce another stunning local calendar! Last year's winners produced a beautiful calendar which sold out before Christmas! See below for further details on how to enter. Happy snapping!
The Price of Dormice : Friday 16th January
As an antidote to the long January evenings do join us for an entertaining talk by local author Steve Lunn, as he tells us all about his comic murder mystery set in Oxford.The Price of Dormice is a funny fast-paced thriller with lots of references to Oxford that also carries a pertinent message about local politics and the … Continue reading The Price of Dormice : Friday 16th January
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