Wishing all our pupils, staff and parents a wonderful summer holiday. It has been a very busy year and I would like to thank everyone for the very special part they have played to help our children in so many ways to enjoy their learning and to build friendships and confidence. Stay safe and enjoy all the opportunities and experiences that the next few weeks bring.

We look forward to welcoming pupils back to school on Tuesday 21st August. If you need to contact the school during the holiday, please use our e-mail : stpeters@aberdeencity.gov.uk

Remember that our city libraries are offering the

Tesco Summer Reading Challenge: Mayhem with Mischief Makers

This year we’ll celebrate 80 years of ‘The Beano’ with children following clues to explore Beanotown, meeting old favourites including Dennis and Gnasher and helping them find mysterious buried treasure! Read books from any Aberdeen City Library and receive rewards along the way throughout the holidays.

Join in the fun at one of these special events for children taking part in the Challenge. Events last for around 1 hour. Booking required. The Challenge is suitable for children aged 4-12. Children under 4 can take part in a mini Challenge and collect a special Bookbug medal and certificate.

Bridge of Don Library – 01224 702800 Thursday 19 July, 2:30pm
Bucksburn Library – 01224 710830 Tuesday 31 July, 2:30pm
Children’s Library – 01224 652507 Thursday 19 July, 2:30pm
Cornhill Library – 01224 696209 Wednesday 11 July, 2:30pm
Tillydrone Library – 01224 276975 Tuesday 17 July, 2:30pm
Woodside Library – 01224 484534 Thursday 19 July, 2:30pm

Creators’ Club

Let’s build together with themed creative sessions this Summer. Suitable for age 8-11 years.
Booking essential.
Cove Library – 01224 245350 Wednesday 18 July & Wednesday 1 August, 2:30pm – 3:30pm
Ferryhill Library – 01224 581576 Monday 9 July, Monday 6 August & Monday 3 September, 3:30pm – 4:15pm
Kaimhill Library – 01224 498160 Monday 16 July, Monday 13 August & Monday 10 September, 3:30pm – 4:15pm
Kincorth Library – 01224 872572 Tuesday 10 July, Tuesday 7 August & Tuesday 4 September, 3:30pm – 4:15pm
Woodside Library – 01224 484534 Wednesday 25 July, Wednesday 22 August & Wednesday 26 September, 3:30pm – 4:15pm

Creators’ Club session (5 – 7 years old)

Thursday 26 July at Children’s Library, 2:30pm – 3:30pm

A younger years version of our popular model bricks session. An adult must be with each child for the duration of the session.

Booking essential. Please contact the Children’s Library to book on 01224 652507 or email ChildrensLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Junior Board Games Club

Thursday 12 July/Tuesday 31 July/Tuesday 14 August at Makerspace, Aberdeen Central Library, 10:00am – 11:30am

A child-friendly Board Game club, for ages 8+.

Booking essential (places limited). To book, call 01224 652507 or email ChildrensLibrary@aberdeencity.gov.uk

Hour of Code

Learn to code your own computer game in Scratch at one of our Hour of Code sessions! No coding experience required. Free event suitable for age 8 – 12. Booking

essential (places limited).
Contact the relevant library to book:
Bridge of Don Library – 01224 702800 Monday 20 August, 2:45pm – 3:45pm
Bucksburn Library – 01224 710830 Monday 16 July, 2:45pm – 3:45pm
Cove Library – 01224 245350 Wednesday 11 July, 2:45pm – 3:45pm
Central Library – 01224 652507 Monday 23 July & Wednesday 8 August, 2:45pm – 3:45pm
Ferryhill Library – 01224 581576 Wednesday 15 August, 2:45pm – 3:45pm

Does Aberdeen embrace multiculturalism?

An Ethnic Minority Forum (EMF) Special Event Tuesday 24 July at the Town House, 5:30pm

Aberdeen is one of the most, if not the most culturally diverse city in Scotland. What is your experience of multiculturalism within our city? In a world of negative media and stories is there any light and positivity to be found? Working in partnership with the EMF, Aberdeen City Libraries are seeking to gather the views and experiences on these big questions. The results of these discussions will be showcased at a special author event with Suria Tei taking place at Aberdeen Central Library on the 20 August 2018.All are welcome, but places are limited. If you would like to attend please email Elizabeth.howarth4@nhs.net to book your place.