The Layton’s Library Project, 15 February 2016

The Layton’s Library exhibition (photo Toni Marshall)

7.30pm, Monday 15 February 2016, at the Chiswick Memorial Club, Bourne Place, Chiswick, London W4

an illustrated talk by The Chairman of the Thomas Layton Trust and members of the project team on this unusual project. The team of volunteers is revealing 17th and 18th century books from Thomas Layton’s collection through exhibitions and events. The first exhibition is at Hogarth’s House from 22 January to 3 April, and the second is at Boston Manor House from 4 June 2016 until 30 October 2016

Rediscovering Sarah Trimmer’s Brentford Schools

Insribed stone Sarah Trimmer School7.30pm, Monday 18 January 2016, at the Chiswick Memorial Club, Bourne Place, Chiswick, London W4

An illustrated talk by James Wisdom on the history of the early (and possibly unique) Listed school building which stands beside St George’s Church in Brentford. The talk is based upon new research in 2015.

Christmas Meeting

7.30pm, Monday 21 December 2015, at the Chiswick Memorial Club, Bourne Place, Chiswick, London W4

Our usual annual get-together for members and their guests. Small contributions of seasonal food to share are always welcome – somehow the table always ends up loaded with good things to eat! – and drinks are on sale in the bar.

Buy last-minute gifts from our bookstall and join in our group quiz with a local history theme.

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