Libraries
Wigan Borough Libraries Rugby League Activity Programme
As part of the official RLWC 2021 cultural festival activities, head down to your local library to discover literature, poetry and craft events inspired by the game.
All events are free but booking is essential.
David Gaffney – Telling a Story in 500 Words
A writing workshop full of practical and fun exercises on reducing a story to an ultrashort format, whilst keeping it powerful, effective and easy to understand.
- Tyldesley library - 15 Oct, 11.00am-1.00pm
- Ring 01942 488497 to book.
Ger Um Onside Poetry with Louise Fazackerley
Explore all things Rugby League and celebrate National Poetry Day in an 80 minute poetry fest!
- Leigh library - 6th October, 6.30-7.50pm. Ring 01942 404404
- Wigan library - 8th October, 10.30-11.50am. Ring 01942 827621
James Oddy Sports Journalism Workshop
The author of Clive Sullivan’s biography shares tips on how to make the leap into sports writing – from pitching to reporting, it’ll be covered!
- Leigh library - 22nd October, 11am to 1pm.
- Ring 01942 404404 to book.
Phil Caplan Rugby League Panel
Meet local stars of Rugby League past and present in the panel event chaired by Phil Caplan, author and co-director of publishers of Forty-20 magazine, Scratching Shed, with a life-long passion for Rugby League.
- Ashton library - 25th October, 2.00-3.30pm
- Ring 01942 727119 to book.
Edmund Birchall – Pies, Sighs and Tries
Local author, Eddy, will share the inspiration behind his novel, "Pies, Sighs and Tries", a book which brings to life our culture and heritage!
- Standish library - 18th November, 1.00-2.00pm. Ring 01257 400496 to book
- Golborne library - 18th November, 3.30-4.30pm. Ring 01942 777800 to book.
