Things in the Illingworth Library December 2023

 

Library Things

The Illingworth Library Reading group meets once a month for a friendly discussion of a wide selection of books, chosen by members of the group.  The most recent was 'Babel' by R. F. Kuang, which certainly divided opinion! If you'd like to join the group in the New Year, then email illingworth.library.nhs.net 

Things in the News

Parents' use of social media

 

Research carried out by the University of Bangor and Public Health Wales has looked at parental use of technology such as smartphones, computers and other digital devices, and how this may affect the social development of children and adolescents. The bottom line is: "Parents should critically examine their screen use whilst in the presence of children."

The true impact of caring for others

An inquiry by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Young Carers and Young Adult Carers, supported by national charity Carers Trust, has published its findings. It uncovered alarming evidence showing 15,000 children, including 3,000 aged just five to nine, spend 50 hours or more a week looking after family members because of illness, disability or addiction.  

Promoting healthy weight in children, young people and families

The Office for Health Improvement and Disparities has published updated guidance on taking action to reduce obesity in children and young people.  This resource is made up of briefings and practice examples to promote healthy weight for children, young people and families as part of a whole systems approach.

Things to do in December

Yorkshire Carolling

Photo: Soundpost

November and December see the return of Yorkshire and Derbyshire carols, a tradition which has carried on for hundreds of years, as local carols are  sung in pubs around Sheffield and neighbouring villages. Everybody is welcome, you don't have to be a great singer (although the advice is to arrive early!). There's an introduction to the tradition, and its sometimes unfamiliar carols, from Soundpost in the Winter Gardens on Saturday 2nd December. 

 

It's a Sheffield Thing

Handmade for Christmas 

Keeley Traae 3d printed vases image: Grace Marshall

Handmade for Christmas is here! Now at the Millennium Gallery, it  offers gift ideas for everyone, with work available from over 40 artists, designers and craftspeople. All of the work on show has been hand-crafted in workshops and studios across Sheffield, Yorkshire and Derbyshire; every purchase supports home-grown creative talent and Sheffield Museums.