Last Call for Palethorpes

Tipton Library's photographic and memorabilia exhibition of Palethorpes will be finishing on Saturday 26th November so interested historians and former employees are reminded to come and see it before it returns to the company offices in Market Drayton

It has attracted many visitors and many ex employees have come into the library to share their photographs and memories. Some of these will be the basis of a reminiscence pack for use by library staff in local residential homes, community groups, dementia cafes and local schools

Robert Hazel, library manager, said "it has been very interesting listening to all the fabulous stories and seeing some of the amazing photogrpahs and it is important to preserve these memories for future generations"

The next event at the library will be an illustrated talk by popular historian Keth Hodgkins entitled 'Tipton from the Air' which will given at the library on Tuesday 22nd November at 10.30am. It is free admission by advance ticket only and tickets can be obtaiined by calling the library on 0121 557 1796

Robert Hazel

Community Library Manager

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GLASS CHARITY CELEBRATES MAJOR MILESTONE

The champagne corks will be a’popping down in Stourbridge on the 24th November when the British Glass Foundation (BGF) celebrates its first anniversary.

BGF Chairman and President of Friends of Broadfield House Glass Museum Graham Knowles says: ‘We have come a long way in a short time and are now recognized as a serious player in efforts to secure a happy future for our world class glass collection. My enthusiastic team continues to work closely with others such as DMBC and Complex Development Projects in seeking to promote this vital piece of our heritage for the benefit of everyone. On the occasion of our first birthday I would like to thank everyone who is supporting our efforts to do so.’

Who Do You Think You Are Live 2012

The largest family history and genealogy show in the UK is "Who do You Think You Are Live". It will be held at London's Olympia from 24-26 February.

Having attended the show for the last 2 years as a visitor I can highly recommend the show if you are interested in researching your family history.

In fact, another reason to go next year is because the Black Country Society will be represented with a stand. If you do go, don't forget to call in at our stand.

Tickets are now on sale for the show, click on the link to book your tickets ->> tickets

Mike