Now it’s time to open a new chapter on these storytelling memories and we are doing it because National Storytelling Week starts on January 29.
National Storytelling Week is aimed at all generations and takes place in theatres, museums, schools – and anywhere where the thrill of the story can be enjoyed.
We are getting into the spirit of the occasion with a look back at storytelling scenes from the Hartlepool Mail archives.
So if you were spotted digging in to a good book at the Central Library, Summerhill, Seaton Carew Library or Eldon Grove Primary School, there’s a chance you will be in one of our retro photos.
Take a look.
We are getting into the spirit of the occasion with a look back at storytelling scenes from the Hartlepool Mail archives.
5. Stories by the sea
Storyteller Phil Swinburne was pictured in 2008 with Hartlepool countryside warden Dave Jackson and sculptor Andy Broderick as they enjoyed storytelling with a difference by the sea.
Photo: hm
6. In the picture in 2008
Adam Bushnell was leading the way during story time at Peterlee Library in this photo from 14 years ago.
Photo: TC
7. Read all about it at the Central Library
Storytelling in 2004 but were you in the photo at the Central Library in Hartlepool?
Photo: LH
8. Stories and fancy dress too in 2008
Storyteller Gary Cordingley was pictured with pupils from Eldon Grove Primary School in this 2008 reading scene. Remember it?
Photo: LH