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The Festival of Libraries, organized by Bath and North East Somerset Libraries, is scheduled from February 8 to 22, 2025, offering a variety of free events for all ages. Here are some key events to look forward to:

Crime Writing and Other Stories with Rachel Ward
Date & Time: Saturday, February 15, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Bath Central Library
Join author Rachel Ward as she explores the essential elements of a good cozy mystery. The session includes a 45-minute talk followed by a 15-minute Q&A. Topics cover her writing journey, lessons learned, and tips for aspiring writers.

Creative Writing Workshop
Date & Time: Saturday, February 15, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Midsomer Norton Library
A free workshop suitable for new writers and those interested in writing for wellbeing. Participants must be aged 16 or over.

Library Collections Showcase
Date & Time: Wednesday, February 19, 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Keynsham Library
Discover rare and reference collections in this free event featuring a show-and-tell of rarely seen library materials.

Board Game Fun!
Date & Time: Thursday, February 20, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Location: Bath Central Library
Join fellow game enthusiasts for a day of board games. The library will provide a variety of games for participants to enjoy.

Livewell and Partners SEND Drop-in
Date & Time: Monday, February 10, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Location: Midsomer Norton Library
Speak with the Livewell team and local partners about services in Bath and North East Somerset. This session focuses on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) resources.

For a complete list of events and further details, please visit the Festival of Libraries events page here.