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Watercolour illustration of a curlew in side profile, standing next to a body of water in front of a part-grassy, part-sandy landscape. It has a down-curved bill, brown and grey plumage, and long legs. The handwritten caption above reads: 'Scolopas acquata The Curlew - Jan 18[16?]'.

Good morning to everyone, but especially to all the curlews, for today is their special day!

This early 19th century watercolour illustration of a curlew by an unknown artist comes from our 'Bird Book'.

📷 EUL MS 23; digitised by @dhlabexeter.bsky.social

#WorldCurlewDay #CurlewDay #Archives

I'm making one last push to let people know about this online talk -- sponsored by the British Library in conjunction with their current exhibition on fairy tales. The live stream starts at 7:30 tonight, but if you buy a ticket *before* the event you can watch it any time over the next 7 days.

Caroline Herschel - Infinite Women Caroline Herschel recorded the observations and did the calculations on the data of her astronomer brother William.

#OTD: German astronomer Caroline Herschel (www.infinite-women.com/women/caroli...) is often credited as the 1st woman to discover a comet, 1 August 1786, but Maria Margaretha Kirch (www.infinite-women.com/women/maria-...) beat her by decades, having discovered the "Comet of 1702" on 21 April 1702.

Advertisement for 'Keapot Urns' made by Sumerling & Co., Ltd. Features a drawing of a wheeled trolley with an urn, mugs, milk jug and bowls.

Advertisement for the 'Tea Infusing Apparatus' capable of making '400 pints of tea in thirty minutes'.

We're not saying that the MRC staff drink a lot of tea but....

'A problem solved'

Why is #NationalTeaDay a month before National Biscuit Day? Everyone knows you can't have one without the other!

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A camel shaped teapot with a person at the right hand side

Good morning and happy National Tea Day! 🫖

Has anyone got a more obscure teapot than us? #NationalTeaDay #TimeForTea

Indeed it is. We had a fine amnesty and stopped charging altogether a few years ago, we would rather people use the library and not have to worry about late charges.

An image featuring a long-haired musician with a guitar slung over their shoulder to publicise Folk Library Creations Thursday 30 April, 2 - 7pm / Hull Central Library / FREE Folk Library Creations is a brand new project putting together creative exhibitions and music experiences in libraries. Our inaugural event consists of an art exhibition running from 2pm, where you can see the spirit and craft of local art and meet the artists behind it all. Then later at 5:30pm, acoustic music starts. These are no microphone performances that hope to capture the traditional folk atmosphere and bring the community closer to the words of the performers. Come and be part of a new creative scene!

Folk Library Creations
Thursday 30 April, 2 - 7pm / Hull Central Library / FREE
A brand new project putting together creative exhibitions and music experiences in libraries. More details in alt text.
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/folk-libra...

The oldest known image of Keith Richards, published around 1140 AD ...

a box of yorkshire tea sits next to a cup of tea Alt: A box of yorkshire tea sits next to a cup of tea

Good morning,
Welcome to that most British of days, National Tea Day. Someone put the kettle on! And of course, it can only be Yorkshire Tea 🫖
nationalteaday.theteagroup.com

What Is R-Evolution?

Jade Wreathall, of HU7 Hive, gets on her bike to report from the Bransholme-based cycle experts.

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Excellent work!

Seems a common misconception, it surprised us too. Although, in our defence, we hadn't seen our copy for 50 years...

They may be right. I once found a pristine copy of a leather-bound, nineteenth century book in the library that had NEVER been checked out, not once, ever, since its acquisition. Libraries remain the hosts of the most durable archives in existence. Bless 'em (& keep funding 'em!!!).

You can't smell it through your screen though!

Raising Her Voice: Women Building Careers in Music Hull Central Library Thursday, May 28 • 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM This event is for anyone interested in music, creative careers, freelancing or self-employment within the creative industries. Raising Her Voice is a powerful masterclass celebrating women who have built sustainable, successful careers in the music industry, often by carving their own paths, combining creativity with entrepreneurship. Delivered through Hull Libraries BIPC, this event is for anyone interested in music, creative careers, freelancing, self‑employment, or business growth within the creative industries. Whether you’re an aspiring artist, freelancer, entrepreneur, student, or simply curious about how creative careers really work behind the scenes, this event offers honest insight, inspiration and practical learning. Hosted by Sarah Shiels – Learning Development Manager, Hull Culture & Leisure, Director, The New Adelphi Club CIC, Musician, Hull Music Board with keynote speakers -Sally Currie CEO, Drake Music, Stephanie Halsey Freelance Harpist, RCM trained touring musician & freelance harpist, Jenni Harrison, Creative Director, marketing strategist and founder of the house of Pink + Red and Rose Barker, Director, Polar Bear Music Club, journalist and designer Panel Discussion: Real Talk on Music Careers The event closes with a 30‑minute panel discussion, hosted by Sarah Shiels, bringing all speakers together to reflect on: Building careers outside traditional routes Self‑employment, leadership, and business growth Barriers women face in music and how to navigate them The realities of creative work, finance, and sustainability Advice for anyone starting or pivoting a career in music Audience questions are encouraged/welcome.

Raising Her Voice: Women Building Careers in Music

Hull Central Library Thurs 28 May 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM.
A powerful masterclass celebrating women who have built sustainable, successful careers in the music industry
More details in alt text & free tickets here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/raising-he...

The gentleman confirmed he had borrowed it while still at school. The book bears the stamp of our Schools Department so this seems reasonable.

more details in the alt text..

We're always happy to see our books find their way back, it's not long since we had one turn up after 70 years!

We are still working it out 😂

A poster for the Hull Noir event at Central Library on Wednesday 22nd April. It shows a portrait of Sarah and the cover of "The Drowning Place" Livestream tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hull-noir-sarah-hilary-livestream-tickets-1985144671150

You'll find us in the Children's Library on the ground floor of Central Library for @hullnoir.bsky.social again this month. If it's your first visit, library staff will be point you in the right direction. @sarahhilary.bsky.social will tell us about 'The Drowning Place' from 7pm 📚

Statue of a man leaning and looking towards the sea, standing on a high pole. In the pavement around the sculpture the cardinal points of the compass are indicated, as well as a sign to "VIK ICELAND 1534 KM."

This picture reminded us of a statue we have here in Hull, there is a replica in Vik. 🙂
www.realyorkshireblog.com/post/voyage-...

A picture of a rather dilapidated copy of "The picture of Dorian Gray" There is visible water damage to the cover and the plastic cover is yellowing. Obviously, not evident from the picture but there is a truly foul musty smell emanating from it!

Last week, a gentleman returned this rather dilapidated copy of this famous book to us after 50 years. He had found it in his attic!
Presumably this means there is a pristine copy somewhere in our libraries....

Who Are My Top 5 F1 Drivers?

Matt from the Hull Central Library Makerspace was dying to show off his knowledge of racing cars. So we let him.

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What Is My Favourite Artwork In Hull?

Design journalist and founder of Concrete Communities Leanne Cloudsdale picks an unusual piece of art for very personal reasons.

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Yesterday in 1803 George Wallis #Hull gunmaker and antiquarian died, age 71. He set up the towns first museum in the 1780s at 20 Mytongate, where he charged 1 shilling for entry. Housing all manner of arms and armour, his collection was sold in lots in 1834.
#Gunsmiths
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Where Was Hull’s First North Bridge And What Happened To It?

It’s a fair question, as no-one’s seen it for yonks. So we sent Hull Tour Guide Paul Schofield to get details.

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Why Is The Humber Central To The Shipping Forecast?

Altogether now ‘Forth, Tyne, Dogger, Fisher, German Bight, Humber…’ Our bedtime poetry correspondent Angus Young explores a favourite radio rhythm.

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What’s On The Keystage 3 James Reckitt Hull Children’s Book Award Shortlist?

We now go live (not really) to Hull’s Central Library, where our Ally-mai has the runners and riders.

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