NATIONAL BOOK LOVERS DAY 9th AUGUST 2026
Today is the day you start a new book if you are not reading one at the moment. I am starting this one. The Works has its best offer on at the moment: three books for £7.50. Their website is here. The Folkestone bookshop is having children’s story time all through August on a Thursday. The website is here. The library has moved into the old Woolworths building, so much easier to get to if you take the bus or drive. Website here. I love starting a new book. I must admit my TBR (To be read) pile is very…
View PostFOLKESTONE HAS A NEW LIBRARY AT LAST!
It was great to see that the council had at last given us a new library after months of arguing about the old building on Grace Hill, which I must admit was a lovely building, but the repairs were just too much. The opening last week was well attended by local people, with many children listening to stories. The place had been well arranged, with all services back up and running smoothly. I think it will serve the community much better being located in the middle of town. Not far from the bus stops and car parks. I won’t get…
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