BxA Library

Banff Academy Library. A relaxed venue at the heart of the school, hosting a variety of clubs and supporting reading for pleasure as well as curricular needs.

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Congratulations to our librarian Rose, who has been shortlisted for Scottish Book Trust Bookbug Hero of the Year 2026. Rose was nominated by young people in @BanffAcademyBXA

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Meet Aunty Planty the green-thumbed hero!
Join Rachel May for a fun imaginative children’s story session at Portlethen Library Weds 20th Nov 4–5pm
TO BOOK: https://t.co/DM2ecr4U0E
Book Week Scotland 17th - 22nd Nov. Check out our programme by going to: https://t.co/KBGQ2MnXV1

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Dr. Mary Brown: Jung, Buchan & the Bonds of the Mind:
Dr. Brown explores the surprising parallels between Jung’s psychological theories & Buchan’s literary legacy.
ONLINE event Weds 19thNov 7-8pm
TO BOOK: https://t.co/ZTiRKrT5NO

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Join Nicola Donnelly for a gentle engaging story session that helps wee children explore emotions, friendship, & calm.
Kintore Library– Tues 19th Nov 3:30–4pm. TO BOOK: https://t.co/1Dt2CEctEj

Alford Library– Sat 22nd Nov 10:30–11:30am. TO BOOK: https://t.co/rCuz0xJwiM

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Doric Author Session- a warm & witty afternoon with Lilian Ross, storyteller, writer, & singer.

Turriff Library – Mon 18th Nov, 2–3pm TO BOOK: https://t.co/Sdez9MpiIo

Peterhead Library – Tues 19th Nov, 3:15–4:15pm TO BOOK: https://t.co/2vmEu39ukT

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Family Storytelling Fun!
🗣️ Pauline Cordiner, Stonehaven Library, 10.30 – 11.30am.
TO BOOK: https://t.co/4MOBhWDuLv
Expect laughter, wonder, and stories that celebrate the joy of friendship.

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Family Storytelling Fun! Join us for magical sessions with two of Aberdeenshire’s finest storytellers. These sessions are perfect for children and their grown-ups!
🗣️ Grace Banks, Mintlaw Library, 10.30 – 11.30am.
TO BOOK: https://t.co/srzvbKEkhi

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Step back in time with Lydia Travers, author of charming cosy crime mysteries set in the Edwardian era. Sat 22nd Nov 2-3pm, Westhill library.
TO BOOK: https://t.co/eBCie3gRgF
https://t.co/KBGQ2MnXV1

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Emily Utter workshop
Explore friendship through creative writing. All abilities welcome - come and be inspired.
Sat 22nd Nov 10.30-12.30, Westhill library.
BOOK: https://t.co/wFuBQ1vajE
https://t.co/KBGQ2MnXV1

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📷📷Book Week Scotland 2025! 📷📷
17–22 November, we've got a brilliant line-up for you.
📷📷Featuring children’s & adult authors, this year’s programme is all about the stories that bring us together.
Check out our full programme by going to: https://t.co/KBGQ2MnXV1

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#worldbookday2025 Happy World Book Day from us and our book voucher tree here at @BanffAcademyBXA library 📚📚📚

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Educational inspiration below:

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On #HolocaustMemorialDay today we are sharing a beautiful digital display made by @AberdeenshireLL information and heritage aimed at young adults alongside our in-library displays:
https://t.co/uqBfYb6uRN

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Today is #HolocaustMemorialDay :we remember all those murdered during the Holocaust, Nazi persecution, and in more recent genocides in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia & Darfur. Thanks to S1 pupil Colby for his work on this display.

Visit @HMD_UK for more info: https://t.co/vXgILfPbYh

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Fit an affa widder!

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📢Rescheduled Nat 5 Maths Prelim 📢

Due to the school closure tomorrow, the Nat 5 Maths Prelim will now take place on Tuesday 28 January. Calculator paper at 11:20 & non-calculator at 13:30.

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A huge rosy glow to Georgia, Harry, Keiran, Jamie & Sara who have successfully made it through to the finals of the Scottish Schools Swimming on 24 January. What an incredible achievement, we wish them the very best of luck for the event. 🤞🏊
#scottishschoolsswimming

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📢Attention S4-6 students!
Would you be interested in finding out about a career in the @RoyalAirForce at this World Virtual Event? This is a fantastic opportunity to discover what there is on offer and to speak to serving personnel. ✈️
#CareerOpportunities
#futurepathways

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This week Depute Headteacher, Ms McColl was joined for a hot chocolate and a chat by a group of S1-3 superstars who have used their School Leaver Profile skills to impress staff. Well done! 🏆 Whose turn will it be next week? 🤔 #HCF

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We had a fantastic turnout for our 1st S2/3 Parents' Evening last night. We had lots of productive and positive engagement and feedback from Parents & Carers. Part 2 will take place next week on Wednesday 22 January 4-6pm.
#engagement
#workingtogether