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• Department of Education and Children's Budgetary statement 19 February 2013
  SummaryBudget for 2013/14 £94. [More]
• Mobile Family Library to sell stamps & collect letters 4 February 2013
  Thanks to a new joint initiative, Island residents are now able to buy stamps and post a letter whilst borrowing a book from the Mobile Family Library. [More]
• Manx National Heritage Launch Digital Collections 23 January 2013
  Manx National Heritage has today announced the launch of iMuseum online, a new website that transforms the way people use the Isle of Man’s national archives, library and museum collections. [More]
• Try Something New! 10 January 2013
  Manx Arts Development (Department of Community, Culture and Leisure) and the Family Library have combined forces and launched a new scheme for children and young people in 2013. [More]
• Queensland Manx Society appeals for Manx memorabilia 4 December 2012
  AN appeal for Manx memorabilia has been launched in order to boost a collection going on display on the other side of the world. [More]
• Island’s Ship Registry hosts Lloyd’s of London event 24 October 2012
  The landmark Lloyd’s building at 1 Lime Street is one of the most iconic buildings in the City of London and the Old Library was a very impressive setting for the reception hosted by the Isle of Man Ship Registry. [More]
• Libraries transferred to independent running 12 September 2012
  AN agreement was reached to safeguard the future of the Family and Mobile Libraries and the transfer is now complete. [More]
• Major Roadworks in Onchan Village to re-start After MGP – Phase Two 24 August 2012
  The Department of Infrastructure advises that major maintenance work will re-start in Onchan on Monday 3rd September 2012, with works on Main Road, Onchan between The Co-op and the Library being carried out under temporary traffic lights. [More]
• Laureate tour brings artwork to the Island 20 April 2012
  THE Family Library is to host an exhibition of contemporary children’s book illustrations curated by Children’s Laureate Julia Donaldson. [More]
• Regulation of Care Bill - Programme of Meetings 28 March 2012
  Public Meetings are as follows: [More]
• Work progressing on library issues 16 March 2012
  CHIEF Minister Allan Bell MHK has announced the formation of a Council of Ministers working party to support the Department of Education and Children in progressing alternative options for the delivery of Family and Mobile Library Services. [More]
• Cloud computing - new guidance issued 20 February 2012
  The Data Protection Supervisor has issued new guidance on cloud computing. [More]
• General Elections for Local Authorities set to take place on Thursday April 26th 2012 17 February 2012
  The Department of Infrastructure is keen to inform the public about the General Elections for Local Authorities which are due to take place in April this year. [More]
• Author’s gift to school libraries 6 February 2012
  AN author has gifted copies of a book celebrating a ‘forgotten Manx genius’ to the Island’s five secondary schools. [More]
• Temporary Closure of Manx Museum Library 8 December 2011
  To enable the Manx National Heritage Library and Archive Service to undertake its annual review of collections, the Manx Museum Reading Room will be closed to the public from Monday 23rd January 2012 to Saturday 28th January 2012 inclusive. [More]
• Historic day for Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital as new £1.1m ward and learning suite are officially opened 1 December 2011
  It’s been an historic day for Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital, with the official opening of its new £1. [More]
• Historic day for Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital as new £1.1m ward and learning suite are officially opened 30 November 2011
  It’s been an historic day for Ramsey and District Cottage Hospital, with the official opening of its new £1. [More]
• Family Library raises charity cash 20 November 2011
  THE Family Library has charity fund-raising all sewn up. [More]
• Job Club is Open for Business 5 October 2011
  The Department of Economic Development’s Employment and Skills Group are encouraging job seekers to come along to their Job Club for free and friendly advice from their Advisors. [More]
• Family Library takes part in The Big Draw 5 October 2011
  THERE are events galore at the Family Library from October 8th to 31st as it takes part in The Big Draw. [More]
• Library appeals for yarns for charity 28 September 2011
  THE Family Library is full of great reads but now it is collecting yarns with a difference. [More]
• Carnival time as reading scheme draws to a close 21 September 2011
  STREETS surrounding the Department of Education and Children’s Family Library were filled with the sound of Brazilian samba music on Saturday as the Summer Reading Scheme reached its final destination. [More]
• Passports at the ready as Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme sets off 2 July 2011
  YOUNG bookworms are packing their bags for the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme, which was launched today. [More]
• Sign up for the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme 14 June 2011
  IT’S time to sign up for the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme. [More]
• Minister Douglas Promenade Issues and Options Press Briefing Item 20 May 2011
  The Department carried out a public consultation on the Douglas Promenade Issues and Options between 15 November 2010 and 28 January 2011. [More]
• Signed novel proves a thriller for library customer 5 April 2011
  A CHANCE comment by a work colleague made a long-time fan of author Jack Higgins a happy man. [More]
• Advance Notice - Manx Museum Library Closure 17 December 2010
  To enable the Manx National Heritage Library and Archive service to undertake its annual inventory of collections the Manx Museum Library will be closed to the public from Monday 24th January to Saturday 29th January 2011. [More]
• Children quick on the draw this half term 20 October 2010
  BUDDING artists and animators and eight and over should make their way to the Family Library to get involved in Big Animation workshops this half term. [More]
• Violet's verse bring pleasure to borrowers 18 October 2010
  POEMS penned by a Douglas octogenarian are reawakening memories for members of the Department of Education and Children’s Mobile Library. [More]
• Library launches competition that will leave you in stitches 23 September 2010
  KNITTING is back and this time it’s competitive! [More]
• Crime-crackers hound down a canine crook 13 September 2010
  CHILDREN who went on the trail of a criminal mastermind who stole priceless gems from a family mansion found out it was the dog that did it. [More]
• Fire safety advisors team up with mobile library 7 September 2010
  IoM Fire and Rescue Service’s Community Safety advisors are teaming up with the Department of Education and Children’s Mobile Library service to visit sections of the Island’s community that they may not otherwise reach. [More]
• Archive Conservation Volunteers Wanted! 20 August 2010
  Are you interested in conservation? Manx National Heritage is looking for volunteers to assist with conservation of historic papers from the Manx National Archives. [More]
• Book returned to library - more than half a century after it was borrowed 20 August 2010
  A LIBRARY book that is overdue by a few days is nothing new to Sandra Henderson and her team at the Department of Education and Children’s Mobile Library. [More]
• Young readers aim to bring a thief to book 26 June 2010
  CHILDREN will be searching for clues among the chapters as the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme sets off to solve a crime. [More]
• Meet Manx authors on board the Mobile Library on Tynwald Day 25 June 2010
  THREE of the Island’s recent authors will be guests on board the Department of Education and Children’s Mobile Library at St John’s on Tynwald Day (Monday 5 July). [More]
• Sign up now for a summer of reading and fun 10 May 2010
  YOUNG members of the Family Library are being urged to sign up for the Summer Reading Scheme before the 5th June deadline. [More]
• Minister presents prisoners’ exam certificates 14 April 2010
  HOME Affairs Minister Adrian Earnshaw MHK has congratulated prisoners who achieved grade C or above in English or Maths GCSE while in custody. [More]
• Registering Readers 12 April 2010
  From Saturday, 1st May 2010 Manx National Heritage will be changing the registration process when you use the Reading Room. [More]
• Hats and hares as library goes mad for March 4 March 2010
  THE Family Library already gives children a head start in reading. [More]
• Minister launches Love Your Library campaign 4 March 2010
  EDUCATION Minister Anne Craine MHK has launched a campaign to heighten awareness of the diverse range of activities and services offered by schools’ libraries. [More]
• Offline system just the ticket for library users 27 November 2009
  BOOK-KEEPING on board the Department of Education’s Mobile Library has been made more efficient following the installation by Access-It Software of an offline issue system that keeps track of loans and requests. [More]
• New chapter for Mobile Library Service 23 October 2009
  THERE is a new chapter in the story of the Department of Education’s Mobile Library Service. [More]
• Magic scheme to encourage young readers 27 June 2009
  Magic will be keeping children out of mischief this summer after they signed up to join the Hocus Pocus Academy to learn all the tricks of the trade. [More]
• Deadline looms for Family Library Summer Reading Scheme 29 May 2009
  THE theme is a closely guarded secret – but entry closes in just a week’s time for the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme. [More]
• Read all about it - Family Library launches website 21 April 2009
  YOUNG readers can now learn all about the Family Library online. [More]
• Soldiers say thank you to young library members 8 November 2008
  FOUR local soldiers called in at the Family Library today (Saturday) to say thank you to young members who boosted their morale while they were on a tour of duty in Iraq. [More]
• Soliders pop in to library to say thank you 7 November 2008
  THREE local soliders will call in at the Family Library tomorrow to say thank you to young members who boosted their morale while they were on a tour of duty in Iraq. [More]
• Pirates galore as His Excellency presents prizes 13 September 2008
  His Excellency Vice-Admiral Sir Paul Haddacks and Lady Haddacks found themselves in the company of hundreds of shipmates as they presented the prizes at the end of the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme. [More]
• All hands on deck for Pirate reading challenge 5 August 2008
  Children taking part in the Family Library's summer reading scheme, Press Gang Pirates, are learning that a pirate's life might involve some elbow grease. [More]
• Sports Writing Competition 2008 17 July 2008
  The Isle of Man Arts Council is holding a writing competition this summer for young people up to the age of 18. [More]
• All aboard for Family Library Summer Reading Scheme 21 June 2008
  THE seas were suitably high on Saturday for the launch of the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme, which has a nautical theme. [More]
• Young Wizards Taught at Family Library 16 June 2008
  AMAZING things were happening at the Department of Education's Family Library in Westmoreland Road, Douglas, on Saturday when Mike Clague, a member of the Magic Circle, held a magic workshop for children. [More]
• Temporary Closure of the Manx National Heritage Library 14 January 2008
  The Manx National Heritage Library will be closed to the public for the annual inventory of collections from Monday 28th January 2008 to Saturday 2nd February 2008 inclusive. [More]
• Read all about it - mobile library provides lifeline 21 December 2007
  The Department of Education’s mobile library service has been praised by its members for being ‘more than just a library’. [More]
• Milky lowers flag on Summer Reading Race 11 September 2007
  A BIKE racing star has presented the medals and certificates at the end of the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme. [More]
• Flag lowered on Summer Reading Scheme 7 July 2007
  A MANX flag was waved by Milky Quayle to mark the start of the Family Library’s Summer Reading Scheme. [More]
• Chronicles of Mann return …… 29 June 2007
  Manx National Heritage has secured the return of the Isle of Man’s most significant medieval manuscript through a loan agreement with the British Library. [More]
• Summer Reading Scheme gets into gear 11 June 2007
  THE Department of Education’s Family Library is getting geared up for the start of its Summer Reading Scheme. [More]
• Family Library achieves record membership 25 May 2007
  THE Department of Education’s Family Library has achieved its highest membership ever. [More]
• Easter contest prize-winners receive treats 8 April 2007
  YOUNG readers have won tasty Easter treats after entering a contest run by the Family Library, part of the Youth Service. [More]
• Children get a mission to read 14 June 2006
  The Family library is inspiring young people to read their way through the school holidays in a top-secret Summer Reading ChallengeYoungsters on the island will have their school holidays booked up this summer as part of an exciting nationwide library promotion. [More]
• Official Opening of Family Library 29 November 2005
  The Minister for Education, David Anderson MHK, officially reopened the Family Library at Nobles Hall on Saturday 26th November. [More]
• Ian Hislop Visits the Manx National Heritage Library to make documentary film 'Not Forgotten'. 28 November 2005
  BBC ‘Have I Got News For You’ wit and editor of the satirical publication Private Eye, Ian Hislop, visited the Manx National Heritage Library to undertake filming for the television series ‘Not Forgotten’ which examines the attitudes to war of those who fought in the Great War and the effect their experiences had on their families. [More]
• Consultation on proposals for civil penalties 30 September 2005
  The Financial Supervision Commission has issued a consultation document today (16 pages total) concerning its proposals for the introduction of civil (financial) penalties. [More]
• A New ‘Smoke Free Mann Directory’: ‘The essential guide to smoke-free eating and drinking out in the Isle of Man’ 5 August 2005
  Smoke Free Mann has launched a new Directory packed with great restaurants, cafés and pubs on the island that offer smoke-free spaces. [More]