LIBRARIES in East Sussex are gearing up to take part in an initiative aimed at helping people experience the joy of reading.
East Sussex County Council’s libraries and information service is backing World Book Night, on Thursday, April 23 2015, which targets the 35 per cent of the population who don’t read for pleasure. Continue reading
A MOTHER-OF-THREE is in the running for a national award after following her dream of becoming a teacher – with the help of courses at her local library.
Hailsham-based Chrissie Price, originally from Eastbourne, is a regional finalist in the learndirect Inspiration Awards, organised by the online learning provider to recognise people who go the extra mile to develop their skills. Continue reading
LIBRARY users are being reminded of alternative ways to access services while a flood-hit facility remains closed.
Pevensey Bay Library had to shut its doors due to extensive flooding in January and remains closed while a full assessment of the building’s condition takes place. Continue reading
Author Rob Lloyd Jones
AUTHORS vying for a coveted title will be visiting schools across the county in a bid to win all important votes.
The East Sussex Children’s Book Award, organised by East Sussex County Council’s Schools Library and Museum Service, will be decided by children from 49 schools across East Sussex and Brighton and Hove and the winner will be announced in the summer. Continue reading
