Gosport Discovery Centre

30/09/2021

🎲🧩♟️ Come along this Saturday!

🎲🧩♟️ Come along this Saturday!

30/09/2021

Rhyme of the Month with Makaton.

Our Rhyme of the Month for September is The Grand Old Duke of York. Put on your best marching boots and join in with Lorna and Theresa.

Let's Sing and Sign!! 🎶🎶🎶🥾🥾

29/09/2021

😟 We've got some books to help back to school or starting school worries on the children's floor

😟 We've got some books to help back to school or starting school worries on the children's floor

28/09/2021

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#gosportdiscoverycentre
#HampshireLibraries
#hampshirelibraryservice
#loveyourlibrary

27/09/2021

Makaton Sign of the Week - Home

🏠 Happy Makaton Monday! This week's sign of the week is home

Hello! This week's sign is Home.Join in with our Sign of the Week. Make your own video and share on social media using the hashtag #wetalkmakaton Don't forge...

26/09/2021

With a footfall of up to 1000 people a day, Gosport Discovery Centre is a great place to advertise your business to the heart of the local community!

#gosport #gosportdiscoverycentre #gosportbusiness

With a footfall of up to 1000 people a day, Gosport Discovery Centre is a great place to advertise your business to the heart of the local community!

#gosport #gosportdiscoverycentre #gosportbusiness

26/09/2021

Some brilliant ideas for things to do in the great outdoors!

#loveyourlibrary #gosportdiscoverycentre

Some brilliant ideas for things to do in the great outdoors!

#loveyourlibrary #gosportdiscoverycentre

25/09/2021

🐰 Check out this gorgeous rabbit themed knitting book - find it on the Mezzanine Floor at Gosport Discovery Centre. 🐰

🐰 Check out this gorgeous rabbit themed knitting book - find it on the Mezzanine Floor at Gosport Discovery Centre. 🐰

25/09/2021

Rhyme of the Month with Makaton.

Our Rhyme of the Month for September is The Grand Old Duke of York. Put on your best marching boots and join in with Lorna and Theresa.

Let's Sing and Sign!! 🎶🎶🎶🥾🥾

24/09/2021

World comic book day is 25th September. Not only is there a good selection of comics, graphic novels and manga at Gosport Discovery Centre but there are also books to help you draw your own on the mezzanine level. #loveyourlibrary

World comic book day is 25th September. Not only is there a good selection of comics, graphic novels and manga at Gosport Discovery Centre but there are also books to help you draw your own on the mezzanine level. #loveyourlibrary

23/09/2021

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Did you know that you can play the Love Your Library podcast directly through your smart speaker?
Just ask your speaker to play Love Your Library and start listening today!

23/09/2021

Did you know...? We have a range of books called Pictures to Share, specifically designed for people with Dementia. Simple designs with very little text – with the image being the most important feature of the book.

Did you know...? We have a range of books called Pictures to Share, specifically designed for people with Dementia. Simple designs with very little text – with the image being the most important feature of the book.

22/09/2021

Climate Change Reads for Young Adults

Climate Change - any young adults who are passionate about this issue can access this blog to find out about some interesting reads on the subject!

#loveyourlibrary #hampshirelibraries #earthheroes #climatechange

Climate change is big news, and it’s becoming apparent that making small changes to the way we live now, could be amplified, to have an even greater effect in 10 or 20 years time.

22/09/2021

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Dance, Stretch and Tone

Online course - FREE to Hampshire residents

Friday 24th September, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd October, 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November and 3rd December 2021

9.45am to 10.45am

Demonstrate improved fitness, strength and tone by following a dance inspired workout.

Click the link to book:
https://zcu.io/Gqma

#learninginlibraries #dance #stretch #tone

22/09/2021

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Stretch & Tone

Online course - FREE to Hampshire residents

Thursday 23rd, 30th September, 7th, 14th, 21st October, 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th November and 2nd December 2021

7.00pm to 7.45pm

The aims of the course are to perform exercises with light resistance, barre sculpt exercises and stretch and flow routines to demonstrate strength and flexibility.

Click the link to book:
https://www.hants.gov.uk/shop/product.php?productid=58545

#learninginlibraries #stretchandtone

22/09/2021

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Yin Yoga for Relaxation

Online course - FREE to Hampshire residents

Friday 24th September, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd October, 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November and 3rd December 2021

1.00pm to 2.00pm

An introduction to Yin Yoga, a simple, slow type of yoga that stretches the body and calms the mind. Yin Yoga is calming and revitalising, helping you switch off and be mindful.

Click the link to book:
https://zcu.io/o3rB

#learninginlibraries #yinyoga

21/09/2021

Big Green Week

Come see the Big Green Week Fair Trade Climate Change display on the mezzanine floor
Big Green Week
#biggreenweek #fairtrade #climatechange

21/09/2021

21st September is World Alzheimer's Day. The Power of knowledge is the theme this year, and we're pleased to stock several books on the subject.

Here is a link to the Alzheimer's society website, with further information: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/world-alzheimers-month

21st September is World Alzheimer's Day. The Power of knowledge is the theme this year, and we're pleased to stock several books on the subject.

Here is a link to the Alzheimer's society website, with further information: https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/world-alzheimers-month

20/09/2021

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Mindful Yoga with Cate

Online course - FREE to Hampshire residents

Friday 24th September, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd October, 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November and 3rd December 2021

10.00am to 11.00am

An introduction to Hatha Yoga and the principles of the different elements of yoga. We will work within your own capabilities and give you the confidence to practice at home.

Click the link to book:
https://www.hants.gov.uk/shop/product.php?productid=58749

#learninginlibraries #mindful #yoga

20/09/2021

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Building Resilient Teenagers

Online course - FREE to Hampshire residents

Thursday 23th, 30th September, 7th, 14th and 21st October 2021

6.00pm to 7.30pm

This course is designed to give you the tools and confidence to help support your teenager towards becoming more resilient.

Click the link to book:
https://zcu.io/p2vI

#learninginlibraries #teenagers

20/09/2021

Announcing the 2021 winner of the Women's Prize! - Women's Prize for Fiction

Congratulations to Susanna Clarke for winning The 2021 Women's Prize for Fiction, for her novel Piranesi!

We have a number of copies on order - you can reserve one in person at the library, or on Spydus Mobile App. We also have a copy of the Ebook on Borrowbox.

#loveyourlibrary #gosportdiscoverycentre #piranesi #susannaclarke

We are over the moon to reveal that Susanna Clarke has won the 2021 Women’s Prize for Fiction with her...

19/09/2021

Did you know Hampshire Libraries has an online reading group?

This month our online reading group have chosen 2 books to read - Secrets of Santorini by Patricia Wilson and The Foundling by Stacey Halls. On Sunday 26 September, we will be joined by Patricia Wilson and author, Louise Jensen at our monthly book chat.

Join the group and book your place for the monthly book chat here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheDigitalReaders

#loveyoulibrary #hampshirelibraries #bookgroup

Did you know Hampshire Libraries has an online reading group?

This month our online reading group have chosen 2 books to read - Secrets of Santorini by Patricia Wilson and The Foundling by Stacey Halls. On Sunday 26 September, we will be joined by Patricia Wilson and author, Louise Jensen at our monthly book chat.

Join the group and book your place for the monthly book chat here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheDigitalReaders

#loveyoulibrary #hampshirelibraries #bookgroup

18/09/2021

They all look amazing! Thank you Mrs Blossom 🌻🌺🦋🐝

18/09/2021

Gosport Care & Wellbeing Centre – Age Concern Hampshire

Age Concern have places available at the Gosport Care and Wellbeing Centre, which is based at Gosport Discovery Centre. They are offering a free taster session to new clients wanting to join in for half a day without any commitments.

Please see their message and contact details below:

"We have increased our capacity and look forward to welcoming more clients...

In line with the government advice and guidance from Hampshire County Council we are excited to announce we are now able to increase the number of clients we can safely accommodate in our Gosport Care and Wellbeing Centre.

At our Centre in Gosport we make sure clients feel right at home as soon as they step through the door.
Based at the Gosport Centre is based in the Gosport Discovery Centre and we have a lovely bright area which offers space for a selection of activities. Everyone from prospective clients and their loved ones as well as third party organisations and referrers can always expect to receive a warm welcome from our friendly and professional staff."

For further information, call 0196 868545, email [email protected] or visit their website.

#Gosport #GosportDiscoveryCentre #AgeConcern

At our centre in Gosport you will feel right at home in our comfortable and welcoming centre, which is based in the heart of the community, at Gosport Discovery Centre. We have a bright and large lounge/ dining area and you can expect to receive a warm welcome from our friendly and professional staf...

18/09/2021

🎲🧩♟️Come along today!

🎲🧩♟️Come along today!

18/09/2021

Just a reminder - there will be no Songs and Stories session today.

Just a reminder - there will be no Songs and Stories session today.

18/09/2021

Just a reminder - there is no Songs and Stories session today.

Just a reminder - there is no Songs and Stories session today.

17/09/2021

Hobbit Day Quiz.🧑‍🎓 #loveyourlibrary

Hobbit Day Quiz.🧑‍🎓 #loveyourlibrary

17/09/2021

🏅Tomorrow is the last day of the Summer Reading Challenge - if you've finished your 6 books, come in to collect your medal!

🏅Tomorrow is the last day of the Summer Reading Challenge - if you've finished your 6 books, come in to collect your medal!

17/09/2021

If you could do with a bit of relaxation, check out this free online course, starting on Friday 24th September.

Yin Yoga for Relaxation

Online course

Friday 24th September, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd October, 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th November and 3rd December 2021

1.00pm to 2.00pm

This is a free online course using Zoom.

An introduction to Yin Yoga, a simple, slow type of yoga that stretches the body and calms the mind. Yin Yoga is calming and revitalising, helping you switch off and be mindful.

Perform meditations (guided and silent)
Display asana on the mat (sleeping swan, child’s pose, square pose)
Demonstrate knowledge of the asana by using blankets and pillows to adapt the asana to their own body to maximise benefits

Click the link to book:
https://www.hants.gov.uk/shop/product.php?productid=58750

#learninginlibraries #yoga #loveyourlibrary

17/09/2021

16/09/2021

With a footfall of up to 1000 people a day, Gosport Discovery Centre is a great place to advertise your business to the heart of the local community!
#gosport #gosportdiscoverycentre #gosportbusiness

With a footfall of up to 1000 people a day, Gosport Discovery Centre is a great place to advertise your business to the heart of the local community!
#gosport #gosportdiscoverycentre #gosportbusiness

17/07/2021

🐞 Join us for today’s Storytime: The Bad-Tempered Ladybird by Eric Carle and published by Puffin books. Don’t forget you can come and see the beautiful artwork from Averbridge Nursery on display on the Mezzanine floor.