There are marvellous events planned at Cardiff libraries to celebrate one of Cardiff’s most famous sons, renowned storyteller Roald Dahl. Roald Dahl Day takes place each year on September 13, the author’s birthday.
This year’s event is extra special as it marks the 50th anniversary of James and the Giant Peach.
To celebrate, a ‘Peach Party’ will be taking place at Llandaff North Library on Saturday, September 10 between 10am and noon. Children up to the age of 12 can enjoy a host of fun activities, crafts and a treasure hunt, plus a few of Roald Dahl’s famous characters will be stopping by.
Central Library will also have their own peach of a celebration at the Marvellous Roald Dahl Day event, taking place on September 10. Fun is guaranteed with a whole host of activities, including storytelling and a special Roald Dahl inspired character search. Storytelling will be taking place at 11am then again at 3pm.
Cathays’ Library will play homage to Roald Dahl with a special display of Roald Dahl books and characters.
Executive Member for Sport, Culture and Leisure, Cllr Nigel Howells, said:”Roald Dahl Day is celebrated across the world but its even extra special in Cardiff with Roald Dahl being born in Llandaff in 1916. The city is proud of our links to Roald Dahl and there is no better way to celebrate this great storyteller than by hosting events in our libraries, which of course stock many of Roald’s famous works.”
