EALING LIBRARIES WHAT’S ON GUIDE OCT-DEC 2018

Welcome to Ealing Libraries What’s on Guide October – December 2018 October is Black History month, when organisations in Britain and the USA remember the

contributions made by black people, to the development of both countries in terms of science, the

arts, culture, music and economic progress. There is an exciting line up of events in libraries across

the borough to celebrate and commemorate the heroes and pioneers that made their mark in

history. We are pleased to be working with Narrative Eye an organisation dedicated to promoting

equality and social change through education. They are dedicated to the production and promotion

of creative works that document and challenge the inequalities and injustices faced by African and

African Caribbean people in the UK. Historian and writer Dr Onyeka Nubia will be leading a series of

talks about the African contribution and influence to the Tudor period of England and there will be

also be a touring exhibition “Empire needs Men” which tells the stories of African soldiers in the

Allied war effort, starting at Southall Library then moving on to Acton and Greenford Libraries.

Dr Maleiha Malik will be speaking about the state of race relations from the implementation of the

1968 Race Relations Act to the advent of Brexit. Full details of our programme can be found on

pages 3-5

National Libraries Week takes place between the 8–13 October to celebrate the nation’s much-loved

libraries and we have lots going on, with storyteller John Kirk giving a special Shakespeare

performance at Southall Library and the wonderful poet Justin Coe will be at Acton and West Ealing

libraries to entertain and educate children = Turn to page X for more details of all our National

Libraries Week activities.

Who do You think you are? If you’re looking to find out about your family ancestry, why not come to

West Ealing library and access ancestry.com. A subscription based service which is freely accessible

to library users. Out local historians will be at hand to guide you through the process. Full details can

be found on page X

The Festival of Learning is for everyone! Whether you already love to learn, are thinking about

having a go at learning something new! Find out what’s happening near you.

Our Lego Workshops (page X) are back after the summer break, so book your places at either

Hanwell or Northolt Leisure Libraries. For the half-term break why not bring your children to try one

of our craft sessions? We have plenty of activities across the borough to keep them occupied over

the holidays – turn to page X for full listings.

There are plenty of other events taking place over the next coming months to keep you busy. Why

not have a look at our online resources? From e-books and magazines to business information and

The Theory Test, these resources can be of help. They’re all free and can be accessed from any

internet device.

Black History Month: " From the Race Relations Act 1968 to Brexit Britain 2018 - 50 Years of Progress?" Maleiha Malik Maleiha Malik is a Professor in Law. She studied law at the University of London and University of Oxford. She is a barrister and a member of the Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn. Maleiha Malik’s research focuses on the theory and practice of discrimination law. She has written extensively on discrimination law, minority protection and feminist theory. In this thought provoking talk Maheila Malik will discuss the state of Race Relations in Britain from the Act in 1968 to the advent of Brexit today. Southall Library Saturday 6 October 2.30pm

The Hidden Early History of Asian and Black Ealing The talk concerns the early history (up to 1939) of Asian and black people in the locality, from film stars to villains. There are well known figures such as Cleo Laine (pictured), Sabu, John Alexander Barbour James and Grace Stevenson, as well as Indian students, an Indian doctor and a spurned lover who formulated a murder plot. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Thursday 12 October 6.00pm

S.I. Martin - 18th century Black Freedom fighters in Britain

Join author S.I. Martin as he re-examines a spectrum of Black lives in 18th century London. Discover how the decisions made by Black servants, seamen, business people and the enslaved contributed to traditions of resistance, antislavery and radical thought in Britain and across the world. S.I. Martin is a writes and researches the history of Black people in Britain. He has published fiction and non-

fiction for a diverse readership and works extensively with museums and the heritage sector. Twitter: @simartin http://www.simartin.org.uk/

Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Tuesday 16 October 6.00pm

Chevalier de Saint Georges-Joseph Boulogne by Shirley Henry Plantation to social society. Enslavement to freedom. An informal talk charting the life, works and passions of Joseph Bolonge-Chavilier de Saint Georges. The student, athlete, composer and soilder. Presented by Shirley Henry through independent research. Former volunteer and trainee African heritage guide of the V&A. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Hanwell Library Saturday 20 October 2.30pm

SEW Teach & Learn Get creative in a hand sewing session run by SEW Teach & Learn. Learn new skills and have fun in this Windrush inspired activity. Northolt Library Monday 22 October 11.30am – 12.30pm Southall Library Wednesday 24 October 2.00 – 3.00pm Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required. Ages 7+ all abilities (must be

accompanied by an adult)

Blackamoores in Tudor England Illuminating a Hidden Time – Explore the period of Tudor England, the African contribution and influence at the time. Unpicking vital evidence of the period participants will be exposed to the breadth of historical evidence and rich legacy concerning the African experience. Understand where Blackamoores came from and where they are now and highlight the various roles played and their contribution to English society. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Acton Library Dr Onyeka Nubia, African Presence in Tudor England Wed 10 October 7.00 – 8.30pm Acton Library Narrative Eye Who were the Blackamoores and where did they come from? Wednesday 14 November 7.00 – 8.00pm Acton Library Narrative Eye The status of Blackamoores in Tudor England Wednesday 12 December 7.00 – 8.00pm

Empire Needs Men – Touring Exhibition and talk An exhibition portraying the individual stories of African soldiers, regiments and community including the history surrounding them. It is an exciting and thoughtful collection of images that will give real references for discussion to raise awareness and inspire black students; they have heroes and heroines that contributed to peace, similar to modern day. To Launch the Exhibition Dr Oneyka Nubia will be giving a talk about the stories of the African soldiers and how the images were collected. Southall Library Tuesday 16 October 7.00pm Exhibition: Southall Library Tuesday 16 – Wed 31 October Acton Library Thursday 1 – Thursday 29 November Greenford Library Monday 3 – Friday 28 December

The Extraordinary life of Mary Seacole by Dame Elizabeth Anionwu Dame Elizabeth Anionwu will be giving a special talk about the late, great Mary Seacole, the British-Jamaican Businesswoman and nurse who independently set up the “British Hotel” to tend to servicemen during the Crimean War. Dame Elizabeth Anionwu worked as a nurse during the 70’s/80’s and in particular specialised in care of Sickle Cell sufferers, becoming a Dame in 2017 when awarded a DBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours for services to nursing and the Mary Seacole Statue Appeal. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Monday 22 October 6pm

Tola Okogwu - ‘Kechi’s Hair Goes Every Which Way’ Meet The Little Girl Who Loves Her Beautiful Natural Afro Hair and Doesn't Care Who Knows it ‘Kechi’s Hair Goes Every Which Way’ tells the story of Kechi’s beautiful big hair and how her daddy has to make sure she gets ready in time for school. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Northfields Library Thursday 25 October 2pm

Jak Beula Beula was the founder of the Nubian Jak Community Trust, which is based in Kilburn, is the only national black and ethnic minority plaque and sculpture scheme in the UK. Jak will speak about his work and include a celebration of Eric and Jessica Huntley’s contribution to black publishing. The plaque will be erected on 13 October 2018 Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Thursday 25 October TBC

Black History Month Activities & Crafts Black History Month - Draw your favourite Hero/Heroine Admission: Free Ages: 4 -11years old Jubilee Gardens Library Saturday 20 October 2.30 – 3.30pm Find out more about Windrush, quiz, word searches and simple craft All welcome, free activity Northolt Leisure Library Monday 8 October 3.00 – 4.00pm Design your own Kente Using strips of card/paper Design your own Kente ( a brightly coloured cloth consisting of separate strips sewn together, originated with the Ashanti people of Ghana). Southall Library Saturday 6 October 2.00 – 3.00pm

Rest of programme:

National Older People's Day Join us to celebrate the wisdom, knowledge and sense of fun of our senior citizens! With poetry reading, a quiz, and reminiscing. Including refreshments West Ealing Library Tuesday 2 October 11.00am – 12.00noon

Trojan Speakers Public Speaking Sessions Members practice impromptu speaking and prepared speeches, drawing on the educational programme of Toastmasters International. We get the authentic experience of standing up in front of an audience, plus feedback from experienced evaluators. Cheryl Dempster, Club Secretary will be speaking about Toastmasters and giving tips about how you can improve your public speaking. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Wednesday 3 October 6.00pm

Japanese Cultural evening

West Ealing Library will be hosting a Japanese Autumn event with an evening of music and craft. From contemporary art to ruins, relics and the surviving structures of ancient capitals, Japan has over a thousand years of history and culture. To find out more come along and enjoy Japanese music

played on the Ukelele, Guitar and the Sanshin, a traditional Japanese instrument. Then learn the craft of Japanese Black Card making. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Friday 5 October 7.00 – 8.30pm

Toy Symphony The Toy Symphony is a musical work with parts for toy instruments. Some think it was composed by Joseph Hayden but others have said it was written by Mozart. A fun interactive workshop that includes playing an instrument and finding out more finding more about this humorous musical work. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Northolt Library Saturday 6 October 3.00 – 4.00pm

Big Bytes BIG Bytes’ are an opportunity for people running, working in and / or thinking about starting up (their own business) - to gain real insight from others who have been there. All of our speakers are building their own businesses / have been there / specialise in business support and offer advice to ensure you keep a balance between work and life as you grow. FREE Event, Limited spaces, Advance booking is recommended to book, please contact martina@wimbletech.com The Workary, Hanwell Library Wednesday 10 October 12noon – 1.00pm The Workary, Hanwell Library Wednesday 14 November 12noon – 1.00pm The Workary, Hanwell Library Wednesday 12 December 12noon – 1.00pm

National Libraries Week:

Performance poet Justin Coe (National Libraries Day)

Justin’s homework is only 37 years late! He desperately needs your help before his angry head-teacher finds out! A poetry show packed full of punchy jokes, rib-tickling tales and zany songs celebrating National Libraries day. Suitable for children age 5 – 11 years Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Acton Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am West Ealing Library Saturday 13 October 2.00pm

Shakespeare’s Tales with John Kirk Take part in three of Shakespeare’s most celebrate stories; Romeo and Juliet, Henry V and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Learn about Shakepeare’s verse and get a better understanding of some of his most enduring speeches. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Southall Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am

Pippa Reid Storyteller The Music & Storytelling Experience creates stories with classical and world music, songs, and movement, and encourages fun and interaction from the audience. The Music & Storytelling Experience was established in 1999. As well as sessions for children, Pippa offers workshops for families and educators on the use and purpose of playfulness, musicality and storytelling in education. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Greenford Library Saturday 13 October 12noon Northolt Leisure Library Saturday 13 October 2.00pm

Autumn in the libraries, Pumpkin Soup by Helen Cooper Come enjoy the lovely story of Cat, Squirrel and Duck who are three friends who make pumpkin soup together everyday. They always do it the same way, until little duck thinks he got a better idea… Come and join in the simple crafts inspired by the story. 1 lucky person in each library will receive a copy of the book read and enjoy at home. Acton Library Saturday 13 October 2.00pm Greenford Library Saturday 13 October 2.00pm Hanwell Library Saturday 13 October 2.00pm Jubilee Gardens Library Saturday 13 October 2.00pm Northfields Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am Northolt Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am Northolt Leisure Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am Perivale Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am Pitshanger Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am Southall Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am West Ealing Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am Wood End Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am

Rainbow Poetry Group For the conclusion of National Libraries Week, members of the Rainbow Poetry Group read published poems on the theme of "Well-being". Bring in your own poems to read or just enjoy the recitations of some powerful prose. Admission Free, no booking required. Hanwell Library Saturday 13 October 11.00am – 12noon

World Mental Health Day with Councillor Dr Aysha Raza Join Dr. Raza for a talk about mental health. Dr. Raza will draw on her training in psychology and neuroscience to provide practical advice and theoretical knowledge about the best way to maintain our mental health. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Wednesday 10 October 11.00am – 12noon

Overcoming Personal Challenges A day for global health mental health education, awareness and advocacy against social stigma. Join Gillian Sprague as she talks about her own personal challenge overcoming her mental health issues. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Greenford Library Wednesday 10 October 2.00pm

Drawing and Sketching Sessions Join this informal, social and fun sketching and drawing workshop at West Ealing Library. Whatever your level, come along and hone your skills with valuable feedback from your peers. FREE drop-in sessions, but please bring your own materials (excluding paints) West Ealing Library Wednesday 10 October 6.00 – 8.00pm West Ealing Library Wednesday 24 October 6.00 – 8.00pm West Ealing Library Wednesday 14 November 6.00 – 8.00pm West Ealing Library Wednesday 28 November 6.00 – 8.00pm

Navrathri Celebration

Join us for a celebration of the Hindu autumn festival of Navrathri. Learn about the meaning and significance of Navrathri and enjoy a programme of music, storytelling and dance. Greenford Library Saturday 20 October 2.30 – 4.00pm

The Magic of Poetry with Poet Chris Tutton As part of national poetry day join Chris to explore the link between poetry and visual art. Learn about the mythical themes that appear in different pictures and find inspiration for your own written work. October is the month of National Poetry Day, so this is a good time to practice your poetry writing skills! Can a poem be written about an image or a piece of art? Mythical themes recur throughout visual art and inspire us in different ways. Join leading poet Chris Tutton to explore the links between poetry and art, then create your own written work. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Greenford library Thursday 25 October 2.30 – 3.30pm

Halloween Stories & Craft Activities Halloween Crafts Acton Town Hall Library Saturday 27 October 11.00am-12noon Halloween Mask making Greenford Library Saturday 27 October 11.00am — 12noon Design a Creepy Mask Jubilee Gardens Library Saturday 27 October 2.30 – 3.30pm Halloween Crafts Northfields Library Saturday 27 October 2.00 – 3.00pm Halloween Masks & creepy hatsNortholt Leisure Library Tuesday 9 October 3.00 – 4.00pm Knock Knock Trick or Treat Northolt Leisure Library Wednesday 24 October 4.00 – 5.00pm ‘Spooktacular ‘Mask Making Southall Library Saturday 27 October 2.00 – 3.00p+m Halloween Crafts Wood End Library Saturday 27 October 2.00 – 3.00pm

Diwali Celebration Join us for an event to mark the Hindu festival of Diwali. Diwali or Dipavali is a Hindu festival of lights celebrated every year in autumn. One of the most popular festivals of Hinduism, it spiritually signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. Its celebration includes millions of lights shining on housetops, outside doors and windows, around temples and other buildings in the communities where it is observed. Find out how this festival of lights is celebrated and enjoy a programme of storytelling, music and dance Southall Library Saturday 17 November 2.30 – 4.00pm

Diwali Stories & Crafts Jubilee Gardens Library Saturday 3 November 2.30 – 3.30pm Northolt Leisure Library Tuesday 7 November 4.00 –5.00pm Southall Library Saturday 3 November 2.00 – 3.00pm West Ealing Library Saturday 3 November 2.00 – 3.00pm

Remembering Wilfred Owen Wilfred Edward Salter Owen, MC was an English poet and soldier. He was one of the leading poets of the First World War. His war poetry on the horrors of trenches and gas warfare was heavily influenced by his mentor Siegfried Sassoon, and stood in stark contrast both to the public perception of war at the time and to the confidently patriotic verse written by other poets Among his best-known works – most of which were published posthumously – are "Dulce et Decorum est", "Insensibility", "Anthem for Doomed Youth", "Futility", "Spring Offensive" and "Strange Meeting". Gillian Sprague will talk about Wilfred Owen, his poetry and play some music that captures the times and period when he was writing his poetry. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Northolt Library Wednesday 14 November 10.30am – 12.00noon

Remembrance Day Poppy Crafts Greenford Library Saturday 10 November 11.00am – 12noon Northolt Leisure Library Saturday 10 November 10.30 – 11.30am Wood End Library Saturday 10 November 2.00 – 3.00pm

Swish Event

Bored of What’s hanging in your wardrobe? then it's time to Get Swishing! Dig out those clothes lurking in the back of your wardrobe and exchange them for clothes you will wear. Bring up to 10 items which are clean and in good condition to swap. Admission:Free No Booking required West Ealing library Thursday 22 November 6.30 – 8.00pm

Scams Awareness Worried about internet banking but would like to try? Join a NatWest community banker to learn how to bank safely over the internet Acton Town Hall Library Thursday 4 October 2.00 – 4.00pm West Ealing Library Wednesday 17 October 2.00 – 4.00pm Acton Town Hall Library Thursday 8 November 2.00 – 4.00pm West Ealing Library Thursday 15 November 2.00 – 4.00pm West Ealing Library Tuesday 4 December 2.00 – 4.00pm Acton Town Hall Library Thursday 6 December 2.00 – 4.00pm

Making Magic David Hewett and Cathy Hewett will be creating magic in the library! Join them for a free magic show that will entertain and astound the whole family. Suitable for children age 4-9 years Perivale library Tuesday 23 October 2.00pm

Moneysense Workshops for Children Join Sally and Mark, the local NatWest Community Bankers, for a Moneysense session during the half term break for children aged between 5 and 8 years old. Moneysense is the free and impartial financial education programme that makes learning about money feel real, relevant and fun! Free, suitable for children aged 5-8 years West Ealing Library Tuesday 23 October 2.00 – 4.00pm Acton Town Hall Library Thursday 25 October 2.00 – 4.00pm

Prostate Cancer Information Stand With Prostate Cancer UK. Get reliable up to date information about Prostate Cancer which affects one in eight men in the UK. Pitshanger Library Tuesday 2 October 10.00am – 1.00pm West Ealing Friday Friday 19 October 2.00 – 4.00pm Greenford Library Thursday 1 November 2.00 – 4.00pm Perivale Library Thursday 25 October 2.00 – 4.00pm

Family Learning Festival Event, Drama Workshop with Total Insight Theatre The Confident Kids Join us in this fun and interactive drama workshop to meet Callum and Courtney and discover all the great ways to boost your confidence this October! Using drama and storytelling, this fun-filled workshop encourages confidence, boosts self-esteem and develops imagination. For ages 5-9 Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Greenford library Saturday 27 October 11.00am – 12noon Southall library Saturday 27 October 2.00 – 3.00pm

Capturing The Smiles, Photography Workshop Tracy Carncross Having trouble getting that perfect picture of your child. Tracy Carncross from Carncross Photography based in Pitshanger will share with you a few simple tips for taking amazing shots of your own. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Hanwell Library Thursday 25 October 11.00 – 12noon Northfield Library Thursday 25 October 2.00 – 3.00pm

Explore Learning sessions ‘Area and Angles’ for years 3 and 4 (only) Year 3 Programme of Study covered in the workshop: Recognise angles as a property of shape or a description of a turn. Identify right angles. Identify horizontal and vertical lines and pairs of perpendicular and parallel lines. Measure, compare, add and subtract lengths (m/cm/mm). Measure the perimeter of simple 2D shapes. Year 4 Programme of Study covered in the workshop: Measure and calculate the perimeter of a rectilinear figure (including squares) in centimetres and metres. Find the area of rectilinear shapes by counting squares. Identify acute and obtuse angles and compare and order angles up to 2 right angles by size. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Tuesday 23 October 11.30am

Author Talk – Zach in the Land Down Under Omar Gunnoo is a local author and the creator of the children’s illustrated novel Zach in The Land Down Under. Join Omar for an interactive talk followed by a question and answer session to find out more about the book and how he created it. Zach in The Land Down Under is aimed at children age 8 years and upwards. It tells the epic adventures of Zach in Australia as he follows a trail of evidence with his mum’s help to track down the kidnappers of his dad! West Ealing Library Tuesday 23 October 2.00- 3.00pm

303 (POLISH) SQUADRON’S BATTLE OF BRITAIN- Richard King Based on the acclaimed book, this illustrated talk tells the Squadron’s incredible

story during that fateful summer: from its formation amidst political wrangling,

through training against a background of official suspicion & distrust, to its entry

into combat at a critical period in the Battle. The talk concludes with an appraisal of

the pilots’ achievements letting you draw your own conclusion as to the legend of

303 (Polish) Squadron: fact or fiction?

Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Northolt Library Thursday 22 November 5.30pm

The Third Reich in 100 Objects- Roger

Moorhouse

Roger Moorhouse takes a fascinating and novel

approach to the history of Nazi Germany,

approaching the subject by examining some of the

objects that the regime created, invented, awarded,

used or otherwise left behind. Encompassing social,

military and political history, as well as propaganda,

technology and culture, this is an illuminating and

unconventional look at a familiar subject.

Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Northolt Library Tuesday 6 November 5.30pm

LEGO Education Workshops

Children will be introduced to the fun and interactive LEGO Education programmes, WeDo and StoryStarter. Using LEGO Education children can stretch their imagination and boost their literacy and numeracy skills, as well as develop their understanding of computing and design technology. Suitable for children aged 8 - 12 years old. Admission: Advance booking required through the relevant library. £7.50 library members / £12.00 non library members per workshop, each workshop is 3 consecutive sessions. Hanwell Library 3.45-4.45pm 1: Friday 5 October Friday 12 October Friday 19 October 2: Friday 26 October Friday 2 November Friday 9 November 3: Friday 16 November Friday 23 November Friday 30 November Northolt Leisure Centre Library 10.30-11.30am 1: Saturday 6 October Saturday 13 October Saturday 20 October 2: Saturday 3 November Saturday 10 November Saturday 27 November 3: Saturday 1 December Saturday 8 December Saturday 15 December

Christmas stories and Craft Activities: Christmas Crafts Acton Town Hall Library Saturday 15 December 11.00am-12noon Christmas card making craft Greenford Library Saturday 15 December 11.00am — 12noon Design a Christmas Card Jubilee Gardens LibrarySaturday 8 December 2.30 – 3.30pm Make a Snow Man Jubilee Gardens Library Saturday 15 December 2.30 – 3.30pm Christmas Crafts Northfields Library Saturday 15 December 2.00 – 3.00pm 3D Christmas Cards Northolt Leisure Library Saturday 1 December 10.30 – 11.30 am Decorate Santa's Sleigh Northolt Leisure Library Monday 3 December 3.00 – 4.00pm Christmas Crafts Southall Library Saturday 1 December 2.00-3.00pm Christmas Crafts Southall Library Saturday 8 December 2.00-3.00pm Christmas Crafts Southall Library Saturday 15 December 2.00-3.00pm Christmas craft event West Ealing Library Tuesday 18 December 11.00am-12noon Snowman on a Stick Wood End Library Saturday 1 December 2.00 – 3.00pm Paper Garlands Wood End Library Saturday 8 December 2.00 – 3.00pm Christmas Tree Cards Wood End Library Saturday 15 December 2.00-3.00pm Calendar Craft* Wood End Library Saturday 22 December 2.00-3.00pm *50p to cover cost of calendar

Walk to School Challenge Ealing Council’s active travel challenge takes place during October. Schools across the borough have been invited to encourage children to walk, scoot and cycle to school for at least 10 days during the month. Libraries will display children’s drawings, showing what they enjoy on their way to school. These fantastic designs were created for the May active travel challenge and the winning drawing has been made into a bookmark for this Autumn’s challenge. Come along to your local library to see the designs, pick up some road safety resources or borrow books about active, safe and sustainable travel.

Local History:

Remembering the First World War: Talks Commemorating the End of the First World War’ Dr Jonathan Oates, Ealing Local Studies Archivist The celebrations in Britain marking the end of World War Two are well known but those for the end of the First World War are less known. This talk looks at how the earlier Allied victory was marked in the locality. 'Collecting Under Fire: Soldier-Scholars and the First World War’ Julia Tubman, Curator at Gunnersbury Park Museum Gunnersbury Park Museum's archaeological collections benefit greatly from the contributions of Major Frederick Sadler and Reverend Samuel Gentle-Cackett. How did these extraordinary men manage to continue their scholarly pursuits whilst serving abroad during the First World War and how did it influence their interests? Tickets: £10 Gunnersbury Park Museum Wednesday 14 November 7.00 – 8.30pm

Who Do You Think You Are? Have you ever wondered about who your ancestors were, where they lived, what they did for a living and whether they had any extraordinary experiences? Ancestry.com is a subscription site that can be viewed free of charge at Ealing librariesIf you are interested but have not used this source previously, come along to West Ealing Library for an introductory session about how best to use this'. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Saturday 6 October 10.00am – 12noon West Ealing Library Saturday 11 November 10.00am – 12noon West Ealing Library Saturday 1 December 10.00am – 12noon

The Ealing World War One Servicemen's database Thousands of men joined the armed forces in 1914-1918 and this database attempts to capture the details of some of them. Information is taken from electoral registers, newspapers, war memorials and sources from the National Archives and Commonwealth War Graved Commission registers. It lists men's names and where possible, rank, regiment, address and a source for further information about each man. It often notes whether a man was killed, wounded, made prisoner of war or was decorated for gallantry. This talk explains how and why the database was constructed and recounts some of the stories of some of the men featured. The talk is by the database's creator, Dr Jonathan Oates. Advance Booking Required, Tickets: £3/£5 (mems/non-mems)

West Ealing Library Thursday 29 November 6.00pm

Ealing Music Service Presents: Durdan’s Park Flute Choir Ealing Music Service’s very talented Caroline Swan will be presenting an interactive performance featuring her pupils from Durdan’s Park and will include a number of seasonal music pieces. This is the first of many such future collaborations with the Ealing Music Service. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

Southall Library Tuesday 27 November 4.00 – 5.00pm

Singing Workshop Come along to an afternoon of music and fun sing choral music with Cadenza Choir leader Georgie Chappell. You don’t need to read music or be a professional performer. Enjoy the benefits and well-being of singing with a group. Admission: Free, Advance Booking Required

West Ealing Library Saturday 8 December 2.00pm