Share your memories of Langley

The new Langley Library, which unveiled its ultra modern facilities last month is inviting local people to attend a 'Morning of memories' on Friday 29 February in partnership with Cartwheel Arts.  The library, now part of the Langley Children's Centre on Windemere Road is hosting the event to capture memories from those who have lived or worked in Langley over the years.

Librarian Maria Payne from Rochdale Borough Council wants people to share their experiences: "Library staff and Kim Haygarth from Cartwheel Arts will be happy to note your memories whilst you enjoy a cup of tea or coffee and a chat. Don't worry if your memory is less than perfect, we will have photographs to spark your recollections!  Kim will also help put your memories into poetry or prose."

Staff are also asking for you to bring your photographs of life on the estate.  Cartwheel Arts are producing a book around 'Life on Langley', so if you are a budding writer this is an opportunity to get your words in print, although everyone is welcome even to just listen and see the new library for yourself.

The 'Morning of Memories' is between 10.00 am - 12.00 pm on Friday 29 February.  Anyone not able to attend is being asked to write their memories and send to Langley Library, Windermere Road, Middleton, M24 3PY or by email to kim@cartwheelarts.org.uk

The event is the first of many at the new Langley Library.  On 3 March the monthly Reading Group will meet between 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm to discuss 'Lancashire Legacy' by local author Anna Jacobs. Complimentary copies of the book are available from the library, so collect yours from Langley library now!