Ten THOUSAND books…
We just issued over Ten THOUSAND books in this academic year 2016 – 17 in our Libraries in Schools program.
Eid Mubarak Book Release at Chimbel
One of the reasons I like the work at Bookworm is that I get to work on creating books. Recently we just released a book about Eid. The book is written and illustrated by the children of our Chimbel community library. This year at our Mobile Outreach Program (MOP) we are bringing different activities to […]
The Joy of Writing Well: PART 2
The Joy of Writing Well: PART 2 With a special focus on short-story writing, this two-session workshop is a follow- up to the previous Joy of Writing Well workshops held in April and June 2016. The aim of the workshop will be, once again, strengthening student writing skills through the sharing and practice of the […]
Transcending to the world of stories
In today’s world, storytelling is not something that is confined to the four walls of the house; it has become an art that can be learnt, innovated and performed for the purpose of education and entertainment. Café speaks to a few storytellers in Goa to find out more We all grew up listening to stories. […]
Not just a ‘ Bookworm’
Herald Cafe 2nd June 2016 Bookworm Library recently received the Goa State Best Library award, a feat that would not have been possible without the efforts put in by its Director, Sujata Noronha. Café catches up with this eloquent storyteller and enthusiastic promoter of reading World of books: Sujata Noronha shares her passion for reading […]
BY THE BOOK
As a part of 2016 Summer Programming, Bookworm returned to the park with a two day Fun Festival for children and parents, last weekend at the Garcia da Orta in Panjim. Books and a jumble sale for the evening. An open mic segment was organised on both days to showcase the talent of the children […]
Best Library and Best Librarian awards presented
From The Navhind Times, 25th May 2016 Directorate of Art and Culture awarded the ‘Best Library’ to Bookworm library, Taleigao, and the ‘Best Librarian’ to curator, Krishnadas Shama Goa State Central Library, Carlos Fernandes, for the year 2014-15, at the Sanskruti Bhavan, Panaji. Bookworm library transcends the traditional notion of a quiet book reading space, […]
Bookworm Library Gets Goa State best Library Award
Report from Gomantak Times 21st May 2016, Page 3
Speech and Drama at Bookworm
Bookworm offers 2 exciting programmes on the basics of acting. Classes are fun and learning is through games and exercises. The programmes are empowering and enriching. They teach skills and at the same time strengthen core human values and build self-confidence. Both courses should be taken together if seeking Trinity College of London certificate exam. […]
Summer Blast–The Really BIG book sale and other fun activities
☀☀☀☀ Beat the Heat with the Bookworm’s Summer Blast on ✨ Saturday, the 14th and Sunday, the 15th of May ✨ 2016 from 4.00 – 7.00 pm at Garcia Da Orta, Near Panjim Church. Lots of Fun Game Stalls, Crafts and Activities for every age, Water Games to beat the heat, Yummy Bites and Cool […]