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Issue 74, January 2012

Keeping you up-to-date with what's happening in East Sussex libraries. If you want to book tickets for an event, please phone 0345 60 80 196.

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Book of the month – 'Steve Jobs' by Walter Isaacson

This biography about Apple co-founder Steve Jobs provides an extraordinary account of Jobs' professional and personal life, featuring interviews with Jobs, his family, colleagues and competitors. See our recommendations for book of the month.

Most popular DVD – 'Diary of a wimpy kid 2 – Rodrick rules'

Just when wise-cracking middle school student Greg Heffley thought life couldn't get any more complicated, he is horrified to discover that his older brother Rodrick has taken possession of his secret diary. Borrow our Top 10 films.

National Storytelling Week starts Saturday 28 January

Stories are part of all our lives, from children's nursery rhymes to historical tales told by our grandparents. Enjoy a free storytime or borrow audiobooks, storytelling packs or a reminiscence collection to celebrate National Storytelling Week. [Page no longer available]

Getting help to stop smoking

If you've made a New Year's resolution to stop smoking, come to our weekly Stop Smoking Clinic Thursday 19 January to Thursday 23 February 11am to 1pm. See our library health events.

Start your family tree at Eastbourne Library

Start Your Family Tree Week ended on Sunday 1 January. Make the most of the stories you shared with your relatives at Christmas and book your place on our next family history course by Saturday 18 February. Download the booking form for the 'Discover family history!' course at Eastbourne Library.

3-for-2 DVDs special offer

All library members can still enjoy three DVDs for the price of two until Tuesday 31 January with our Christmas and New Year special offers. Read our press release.

Discover your library

Get help with health issues and how to stay healthy by visiting your local library. We've got books and audiobooks about a lots of physical and mental health issues, details about health organisations and events with health experts and support groups. Discover health information and events in libraries.