Join our Shared Reading groups and enjoy stories and poetry in a completely new way. The group leader will read aloud and then we talk about what we have read.
Expect lively conversation and thoughtful discussion. Expect surprises and a new appreciation of the power of words.
Shared reading is suitable for all ages and abilities, including those with early stage dementia and carers.
Our virtual groups meet using Microsoft Teams or Zoom, which is easy to use and free.
Shared Reading Online
| Day | Title | Time | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | Lead by staff or volunteers from Dorchester Library. | 10am to 11:30am |
Shared Reading groups
Shared Reading groups also meet in Dorchester, Littlemoor, Lyme Regis, Portland and Shaftesbury libraries.
Come along and enjoy listening to short stories and poems, then discuss them in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Library |
Activity |
Frequency |
Time |
Information |
| Littlemoor | Shared Reading | Every Tuesday | 11am to 12:30pm | |
| Lyme Regis | Shared Reading | Every Wednesday | 2pm to 3:30pm | Booking essential, contact the library. |
| Portland | Shared Reading | Every Thursday | 10:30am to midday | Booking essential, contact the library. |
| Shaftesbury | Shared Reading | Every other Thursday | 1:45pm to 3:15pm | Booking essential, contact the library. |
Taster sessions may also be available for groups and organisations – contact the Service Development Team.