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During April and May we’re showcasing work by talented local artist, Ali Smethurst. Ali started painting in retirement, having inherited sundry art materials from her late mother. She especially enjoys the challenge of watercolour as a medium but also ventures into pastels and pen and wash artwork. Drop by the library and admire some fine … Continue reading New Art at the Library

From Monday 29th April there will be small increases in library fees and charges required by our partner, North Yorkshire Council. Library charges have been frozen for nearly ten years but, like other services, libraries face increasing financial pressures. The income from our fees and charges flows directly to the community library, a registered charity, … Continue reading Changes to Library Fees and Charges

Drop into the community library on Wednesday 8th May between 10am and Noon to enjoy a cuppa and cake at A Little Local History Coffee Morning. As well as some welcome refreshment and sparkling company, you’ll be able to share your stories of the local area, see an interesting display of vintage Easingwold photos and … Continue reading Have a Cup of Times Past

May is Local History Month and in the library we’re spotlighting Easingwold in times past. Naturally, we’re particularly interested in the former school which now houses the community library. The clues to its educational origins are the large school bell, which now hangs inside, and the decidedly pointed inscription ‘Learn or Leave’ above the front … Continue reading Highlighting our History