Join us on Tuesday afternoon in the library for an introductory session on searching for your family history. We’ll look at the various sites, give an overview of the techniques used, and go through some examples showing what’s possible!
Learning
Undeterred by the showers outside, a group of us set out from the library to explore the concentrated remnants of 19th century Burnage. We were delighted to be joined by the Rector from St. Margaret’s, Revd Alan Pugmire, who shared with us his extensive knowledge of the church and its community. Looking […]
On Your Doorstep – Walk around Burnage
Quite an exciting Thursday morning today at the Library. Amanda had arranged for a group of children from St. Bernard’s Primary to visit with us as part of the Memory Bank Project. It was a joy for Carole and I talking to the Group and answering their many interesting questions. […]
Visit by Class from St. Bernard’s
What is Burnage memory Bank? Burnage Memory Bank is a two year project celebrating the stories and experiences of Burnage people. The project is based at Burnage Library but will be popping up all over Burnage. We’d love to hear from you if you: Have memories, photographs, or stories of […]
Burnage Memory Bank
We’ve planned a number of activities for International Women’s Week here at Burnage Library, more details of which can be read on this page here. Our Turning the Page pop up festival for women features a number of free activities, which must be booked via Eventbrite, and runs from Friday 4th […]
Turning the Page – Activities for International Women’s Week
With its local roots, there’s a wealth of material about the Burnage and South Manchester area in the Guardian’s archives. These can be accessed for free by any Manchester Libraries user (on any computer) via their Online Reference Library– all you need is your library card number. After brief instruction on using the search […]
History Group – Exploring the Guardian’s Digital Archive
Maggie from Garbo Antiques delivered an interesting, informative and very practical workshop on selling on Ebay to twelve customers today at the library. There was a very friendly atmosphere and plenty of laughs along the way, with everyone enjoying the session. Comments from those who attended were: Very practical exercises. […]
Selling on the Web Workshop
Selling on eBay or other online platforms can be a great way to start a business. Maggie Harding from Garbo Antiques started her successful online business over 10 years ago, selling to theatre & film companies, private collectors, & customers around the world. Maggie will be teaching the basics of […]
Selling-Online Workshop, 9:30 – 3:00, Monday 18th January
Committee Member Ethar held a Google apps training session today for Burnage Library ICT Officers and fellow Committee Members. We learned how to make good use of Google Calendar, Google Drive, and Google Analytics. It was a very useful couple of hours that will hopefully help us to work more […]