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The School Year (1950s and 1960s): On little or no money

Posted on January 13, 2021 by LBHF Libraries

The post war and baby boomer years were pretty tough for many Shepherds Bush families. Money was tight and younger children would often wear hand-me-down clothes. Sometimes both parents worked, or the father would have to do extra work. Neighbours … Continue reading →

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School Memories from the 1960s

Posted on August 5, 2019 by LBHF Libraries

Christopher Wren Secondary Modern School. Years 1 to 3 The plans for two new interconnected schools in Shepherds Bush were revealed in 1952 with a projected cost of £633,000. The old North Hammersmith Secondary School on Bryony Road would be … Continue reading →

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Space Chase – Taking the Challenge in the Library!

Posted on July 20, 2019 by LBHF Libraries

LBHF Libraries are venturing into space this summer on the anniversary of the moon landing. At Hammersmith Library they are rocketing amongst the planets whilst ‘Ronnie’ the Space Chase robot meets and greets those taking the Reading Agency’s Space Chase … Continue reading →

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Owl craft fun in Shepherds Bush Library

Posted on February 14, 2017 by LBHF Libraries

We had lots of fun creating these cute baby owl pictures at the Shepherds Bush Library Tuesday Craft Club. The children used cotton wool balls for the fluffy little baby owls and added lots of details to make a night time owl … Continue reading →

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Summer Read Challenge Bird Craft Activity

Posted on August 3, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

We had so much fun in our  Summer Read Challenge Craft activity creating birds inspired by The Roly Poly Bird in Roald Dahl’s book ‘The Enormous Crocodile’. The children made big colourful birds out of card and tissue paper. The … Continue reading →

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2016 LBHF Arts Fest in Hammersmith Library

Posted on June 15, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

For the third year running Hammersmith Library took part in the increasingly popular LBHF Arts Fest with a range of activities/events from Monday 6 June until Sunday 12 June. Kate Corkery Monday 6 June saw Kate Corkery visit Hammersmith Library … Continue reading →

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Half Term Spring Crafts in Shepherds Bush Library

Posted on April 12, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

We have been celebrating Spring in Shepherds Bush Library this Easter half term by creating pretty blossom trees and birds. The blossom tree decoration is made from recycled cardboard and we added tissue paper and glitter to make them really … Continue reading →

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Spine Festival at Askew Road Library 3 to 5 March

Posted on February 17, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

SPINE Festival encourages children and people of all ages to explore and express ideas creatively, to stand up and be heard, and to view their local libraries as the cultural spine of their community. SPINE Festival aims to engage more … Continue reading →

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Help with Your Homework

Posted on January 13, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

Many “centuries ago,” when as a parent of primary school sons, my heart would sink with a request for help with homework even if they asked several days before the deadline. Given time to research the relevant information this would … Continue reading →

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Christmas for the Under Fives at Hammersmith

Posted on December 23, 2015 by LBHF Libraries

  Christmas came early to Hammersmith Library with our special Festive extravaganzas for the under fives. Chico the Monkey and Kevin the Crow wore their special hats and joined in the fun with Mrs Christmas and her musical team. At … Continue reading →

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