Category: News
Children’s Writing and Drawing Competitions
Posted on: July 19, 2023
Category: News
Here at House of Books & Friends we love to get creative. Whether we’re writing, storytelling or drawing, we’re keen to explore a connection with art and the benefits of taking the time to tap into our imaginations. Feeling artistic?! We’d love you to get involved! For the summer holidays, …
Charity Spotlight: Home-Start Trafford, Salford and Wigan
Posted on: July 12, 2023
Category: Charity Shoutouts
Home-Start celebrates its 50th anniversary nationwide this year, and Home-Start Trafford, Salford & Wigan have been integral to the community of Greater Manchester since 1999. We asked Kathryn Eckersley, managing director of H-S TSW, a bit about the charity. What do you do in or around Manchester? At the heart …
What’s On in the Community: Summer 2023
Posted on: July 6, 2023
Category: News, Uncategorized
Are you struggling for ideas of what to do this summer? Want to stay close to home but still have fun? Look no further! We have compiled some activities on offer this summer, some for kids and some for adults. Take a look at the list below, and please visit …
Charity Spotlight: Marmalade Trust
Posted on: June 10, 2023
Category: News
The Marmalade Trust has a simple mission: ‘To create a society where we recognise that loneliness exists and support each other to find new social connections’. In 2017, the Marmalade Trust created ‘Loneliness Awareness Week’, with the goal to reduce stigma and encourage people to talk about loneliness openly and …
Loneliness Awareness Week 2023
Posted on: June 7, 2023
Category: News
Loneliness Awareness Week is an annual campaign created by the Marmalade Trust which aims to raise awareness of loneliness in the UK. This year’s theme is Connection Matters. Human connections, no matter how big or small, are important to everyone. At House of Books & Friends, we understand why connections …
Posted on: May 27, 2023
Category: News
At House of Books & Friends, we think it’s important to understand different types of loneliness and how they can impact individuals in various ways. Today, we’re talking about loneliness in caregivers. Caregiving for loved ones as they get older or become sick can be a difficult yet rewarding experience, …