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SUMMARY:Coffee & Connections – Weekly Community Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:Coffee & Connections \nAt House of Books & Friends\, our mission is to combat loneliness and social isolation. In a time when we are more digitally connected than ever\, it can be hard to find real and meaningful connections. We want to create opportunities for people to meet over coffee and good conversation\, providing the chance for people to forge new friendships and community. \nHow does it work? \nAt the beginning of each session\, there will be a 5-minute group activity to get the conversation flowing led by a member of our team. Everybody is then invited to write down their favourite topic of conversation and drop it in our Chatty Hat! Our team member will randomly pull out 3 topics\, which we will discuss for 10 minutes each. Remember\, there is no need to be an expert! All discussions are designed to be relaxed\, respectful and enjoyable! We’ll organise everything you need to have a great time. You just show up\, be yourself & make new connections! \nCoffee & Connections is only open to people over 18. Meet ups will take place in public\, and we ask all participants to be mindful of their own safety when attending – for example\, thinking carefully before sharing personal information such as your home address with other participants. We ask all people to be respectful of other participants taking part in the session. \nWhat dates and times are the sessions taking place? \nSessions are 60 minutes\, and run weekly on Fridays from 11 – 12pm (except bank holidays). \nTickets \nIt is free to attend Coffee & Connections\, but we do ask for you to book a ticket so we know how many people to expect. There is a free hot drink available for people taking part in the event. \nYou can book a ticket on our website by following the links below or in person at the bookshop. \nFriday 27 November
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LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Sunday Letter Project Letter Writing Group
DESCRIPTION:A relaxed space to discover The Sunday Letter Project\, and write your own handwritten letters alongside others. Free drop in! 11am – 12pm. \nFeel free to bring your own materials or use some of the ones provided.
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SUMMARY:AUTHOR EVENT: 'Paper Illness' with Raymond Meade of Ocean Colour Scene
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends is excited to welcome Raymond Meade\, bass player of Ocean Colour Scene\, to the store on Saturday 28th at 5pm to discuss his poetry collection\, Paper Illness\, illustrated by Peter Howson. As well as a discussion on his book\, there will also be a Q&A\, plus the chance to get your books signed by Raymond – all before he performs at the AO Arena that night! \nTickets \nClick here to buy a book and ticket \nClick here to buy a ticket only \nAbout the book \nPaper Illness is a collection of poetry by Raymond Meade\, best known as the bass player of British rock band Ocean Colour Scene. These poems explore his relationship with health and loss\, alongside observations of everyday life following his multiple sclerosis diagnosis of 2021. \nThe book is illustrated by his friend\, the acclaimed Scottish artist Peter Howson\, whose work often explores themes of faith\, conflict and redemption. Howson remains one of Scotland’s most distinctive contemporary artists\, celebrated for his intense emotional honesty. \n 
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LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Greater Manchester Bereavement Service Pop-Up
DESCRIPTION:To mark Grief Awareness Week\, on Thursday 3rd December\, the Greater Manchester Bereavement Service will be hosting their pop up session at the House of Books & Friends from 10am – 12pm. \nAll are welcome to attend to learn more about bereavement and the Greater Manchester Bereavement Service. These free drop ins are open to the public\, service users and professionals. Just register for free on Eventbrite. \nThere will also be an opportunity to speak to a Bereavement Practitioner for help and support. \nEach month the topic will change so keep on eye out for information and feel free to get in touch with any questions by calling 0161 983 0902 or emailing gmicb-sal.gm.bs@nhs.net. \nFor more information visit greater-manchester-bereavement-service.org.uk.
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SUMMARY:HOBAF Craft Club *SPECIAL GUEST*: Clare Hooper 'A Crafty Little Christmas'
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LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Chapters by Candlelight: Christmas Charity Read-In
DESCRIPTION:House of Books & Friends would like to invite you to Chapters by Candlelight\, our first charity ‘read-in’\, sponsored by gunnercooke. We will be fundraising for the charity Once Upon a Smile\, based in Greater Manchester. \nJoin us in a candle-lit bookshop for an evening of reading\, relaxing\, and supporting those in need. Get in the festive spirit with our offerings of mulled wine and minced pies. Enjoy performances from local poets\, learn about the incredible work of Once Upon a Smile\, and settle down for an hour of reading together; no screens\, no chatter\, no pressure from the outside world. Closing the night\, enjoy some festive songs from a local musician\, and letting the warm glow of the night carry you home. \nTickets are £5 each\, which goes straight to our chosen charity\, as well as any donations made throughout the night at our designated donation points. Tickets can be bought here. \nAbout the charity \nOnce Upon a Smile is a children’s bereavement charity providing practical and emotional support to bereaved families to enable them to adjust to a new life without their loved one.\nBased in Sidley House\, Trafford\, Greater Manchester. A dedicated children’s bereavement centre with ten dedicated support rooms\, designed by children of Once Upon a Smile\, these rooms include a chill out room\, baking room\, arts & craft room\, Lego room\, music room\, young person support room and a cinema/games room.
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LOCATION:House of Books & Friends\, 81 King Street\, Manchester\, M2 4AH\, United Kingdom
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