We have a new series of ‘ We can make… ‘ workshops starting from Saturday 26th October!
October Books.
More than just a bookshop, we’re local, radical and eco-friendly!
All in Community
Our First Book Fair at Durley C of E Primary School
We were invited to supply the books at Durley C of E Primary School last week. This was our first book fair event and we really enjoyed it! The pupils, class by class had a look at the books and chose the ones they wanted for potential purchase later by their parents/carers. Then there were different story telling sessions for the children throughout the afternoon. After school, the parents/carers came along later, enjoyed refreshments and looked purchased any books.
Remembering Phil Collins - 31st July 1944 to 16th May 2024
Remembering Phil Collins - 31st July 1944 to 16th May 2024
We would like to invite anyone who knew Phil Collins, an October Books cooperative founder, supporter and friend, to a gathering at the shop to remember and celebrate his life. We will come together on Friday 12th July between 6 and 8pm in the October Books community space to share stories and photos of Phil and hopefully hear some of his favourite jazz music. If you have a story you would like to share or a picture of Phil you would like to bring along please drop Clare a line at clare@octoberbooks.org
Weston Secondary School Reading Festival
It was a joy to be invited to this year’s reading festival at the brilliant Weston Secondary School. The enthusiasm of the students was unparalleled, and their joy at getting to buy books was amazing.
Celebrating Our Amazing Volunteers!
To mark Volunteers’ Week, 3rd - 9th June, we want to thank all our volunteers.
Soiree this way!
For an interesting night out, Portswood High Street always delivers. On the evening of Thursday 9th May, amidst the usual fried chicken, hotpot and craft beer, and alongside some mild fisticuffs (not ours) and a Rolls Royce (not ours), October Books hosted a relaxed soirée to launch the shop’s new look.
A perfect parting gift...
Sometimes it can be difficult to explain exactly what October Books is all about, but we now have the perfect way to do that!
Why we make things and Why it Matters
You may have noticed that we have been running a series of ‘We can learn to…’ workshops this year. This is in response to listening customers and those attending events. The purposes are to learn new skills from people in our community, have new experiences and meet with others. The workshops are also in a response to us living in times when so much is made for us and is mass produced. We do n’t really need to make anything, perhaps a cake or two sometimes.