December 5, 2011
by Mrs Sinclair
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Okay, thought we have just had the October hols, and now it seems like Christmas if very nearly upon us. The library has been a hive of activity since October. Mornings and lunchtimes are busy with library regulars who use … Continue reading
October 14, 2011
by Mrs Sinclair
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Yet another successful and enjoyable celebration went ahead in the library last week on National Poetry Day (Thurs 6th October). Around 25 pupils attended over the course of lunchtime to enjoy poetry readings, a poetry pairs game and a tongue … Continue reading
March 3, 2011
by Mrs Sinclair
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World Book Day is an annual celebration of books and reading. It is a national event with schools and libraries from across the UK running events. 2011 is the first your Stromness Academy Library has run an event as well … Continue reading
February 22, 2011
by Mrs Sinclair
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A book fair is running in the school library 21st to 25th February. There is a good selection of books and stationery for sale and any sales over £300 will give the school commission to spend on new books for … Continue reading
February 17, 2011
by Mrs Sinclair
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World Book Day is on Thursday 3rd March. To celebrate, the library will be putting on a display of covers of books that staff and pupils are reading or are favourite books. To kick start this, here is what Mrs … Continue reading
November 9, 2010
by Mrs Sinclair
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The annual story telling event on or around Hallowe’en that has become ‘Spooky Happenings’ was held in the school library at lunchtime of Friday 29th October 2010. This event, started in 2006, is now in its 5th year of running … Continue reading
November 9, 2010
by Mrs Sinclair
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The annual Poetry Picnic to celebrate National Poetry Day was held in the library on Thursday 7th October at lunchtime. This year’s theme was ‘Home’. Preparation started around two – three weeks in advance with notices being put up and … Continue reading
October 4, 2010
by Mrs Sinclair
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The annual ‘Poetry Picnic’ will take place in the library on Thursday 7th October from 12:30pm to 1:35pm. This year’s theme is ‘HOME’ so come along with your thoughts and ideas about what home means to you.
