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November 5, 2015
Young reading volunteers presented with certificates
A group of young volunteers who helped encourage children take part in this years summer reading challenge have been rewarded for their efforts. 27 high school pupils from across Powys become Reading Activists and helped children aged four to 12 to choose books, listen to them read and even reading to the children who took […]
Read moreSeptember 18, 2015
National Rugby Stories competition winners announced at new rugby display
With only days to go until the biggest rugby competition in the world begins, rugby fans visiting Cardiff this autumn will be able to enjoy a special display at National Museum Cardiff as part of the celebrations surrounding the Rugby World Cup. First Minister for Wales, Carwyn Jones officially launched the Kick-offs and Keep-sakes display […]
Read moreMay 15, 2015
First-time author scoops Tir na n-Og Award
Cardiff-raised author, Giancarlo Gemin, has won the annual Tir na n-Og Award with his début book, Cowgirl. The Tir na n-Og Award organised by the Welsh Books Council, and sponsored by CILIP Cymru/Wales celebrates the best English-language title with an authentic Welsh background. In a prestigious event held at Swansea Central Library on […]
Read moreFebruary 27, 2015
Libraries, museums and archives across Wales scoop national awards for marketing excellence.
Museum, archive and library staff from across Wales have attended a prestigious awards event in the National Library of Wales today (Friday 27 February). The Marketing Excellence Awards recognise the fantastic work being done by staff in museums, archives and libraries across Wales, often with very limited resources. Over forty entries were submitted to this […]
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