Phenomenal Woman

Phenomenal Woman

~A Human libraries event~

International Women's Day 

 March 8th 2022 

What is a human library?

Human libraries were started in Copenhagen, Denmark as a means to have people interact with those in different walks of life and hear their stories. A person can 'borrow' a book for a period of time, usually around 20 minutes, and listen to their life story and ask them questions. The aim of human libraries is to facilitate an environment where people can set aside prejudices and learn from the life of another human being. The focus is on eliminating preconceptions and inspiring understanding with one another. https://humanlibrary.org/

Phenomenal Woman

Throughout history, women have been kept out of many job markets. Although through the decades they have been making their mark, there are still those industries that make it difficult for women to enter, whether it be physical labour, the sciences or management positions. 

Our human library evening, Phenomenal Woman is dedicated to giving a voice to women in predominantly male work environments to share their experiences, challenges and successes. We encourage young women endeavouring to work in these environments to attend and receive advice from these amazing ladies as well as all other members of our community to come and learn about the lifestyle these women lead. We at Pearl Cove Library hope to foster an environment that supports women and praises their accomplishments while acknowledging their struggles. 

When:     Tuesday March 8th, 2022

Time:       6:00pm - 9:00pm (20 minute sessions within this time)

Where:    Pearl Cove Library Café

Fee:         $5.00 per person (unlimited sessions upon selection at time of booking)

Please note that bookings are for 20 minute sessions and seeing multiple books requires selecting multiple session times.

Attendance by reservation with eventbrite access via link or QR code below.

For further questions, please contact Sonia from Pearl Cove Library at 04XX XXX XXX

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Picture References:

International Women's Day. (2021). International Women's Day. Retrieved on June 11th 2021 from https://www.internationalwomensday.com/IWD2021 

Howard County Library. (March 17th 2018). 2019 Human Library. Retrieved on June 11th 2021 from https://www.flickr.com/photos/hocolibrary/40905373131/in/photolist-25jEJiZ-23XF1Wg-RFckvZ-5C51hV-25jEJpk-SRynwW-SRyoqE-25jEHR6-25jEJSK-25jEK6R-25jEJAn-25jEJbK-SRyo4C-25jEKFi-25jEJ4v-25jEJUP-25jEJ2r-25jEKyp-25jEK4B-25jEHXt-25jEHYR-23XF1zV-25jEHUT-25jEKcT-25fWVhf-RCEXcd-SV8LpV-25jEKfD-25jEKuM-SFnC9j-25jEJge-25jEKqZ-25jEKmv-RFckj6-25jEJYB-HbXgMS-SHNi54-SV8M5H-SHNgbe-SHNhaZ-SFnAdq-RFcknH-SkhQXd-RFcjvc-SFnEQG-SHNhiV-25jEHoc-SV8KpP-SRynkd-SFnESq 

Sonia Fedyczkowski

Caring Carers Stories 2018

Human LIVING LIBRARIES

OCTOBER – National Carers Week 2018

Stories of Caring Carers

Image source: https://www.nacpatients.org.uk/content/caring-our-carers

Pearl Cove Library recognises a diverse range of carers in our local community. We are delighted to host this morning tea & presentation event as part of the National Carers Week 2018 to celebrate and recognise the outstanding contribution that carers have made day-by-day. This is an opportunity to raise community awareness on carers that support a family member or friend who has a disability, mental illness, chronic condition, terminal illness or who is frail. Come along and join our morning tea, meet different carers that will be sharing their stories and be involved in the celebration and recognition of carers!

Date: Tuesday 16th October 2018

Time: 10am to 12pm

Location: Pearl Room @ Pearl Cove Library

Cost: FREE

Refreshments: Morning Tea

This event is open to library members and the public, registration is essential. Limited spots.

Click HERE to register for the event.

Contact enquiries: Chau Au - Events Officer - 9745 4592