Guildford Makerspace

I t might be Friday but there’s still plenty of time to celebrate British Science Week, with events and activities planned across the country this weekend. Guildford has a proud history as a hub of science and technology, with the world-class Research Park hosting some incredible pioneering companies.  These include the games company 22Cans  started by Peter Molyneux   - founder of Lionhead Studios, which went on to be bought by Microsoft and produce the popular Fable games. Surrey Satellite Technology , defence contractor  BAE systems , industrial gasses supplier BOC and mobile developer  Volantis  are other examples of the great mix of scientific minds that call Guildford home. Check out the official  British Science Week   events map  to see what’s on in your area, and use the hashtag #BSW17 to share the fun online!  Above: British Science Week events being held nearby

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An Olympian, a CEO, a blogger, an author, and an engineer walked into a room last night.... Jokes aside,  International Women's Day came to Surrey in style yesterday with a networking event held by the University of Surrey. The celebration brought together women from across STEM (science, technology, maths and engineering) fields and invited women to discuss this year's theme: #BeBoldForChange This included insights from: author Adele Parks, Mercer CEO Fiona Dunsire, Olympian and diplomat Cath Bishop, blogger activist Emily Revess, entrepreneur Pauline Yau, and Mclaren Automotive engineer Alex Trebilco. (Picured left) Each shared their own personal experiences facing sexism in the workplace and encouraged women to step up and take control of their future. With canapes and prosecco awaiting guests, International Women's Day was wrapped up by awarding the Outstanding Women in STEM Award to geochemist Kym Javis, founder of Viridian Consultants . By developing and making availa

This month's Read, Watch, Play theme is #waterread  and includes reading novels with a watery theme The light between oceans  by M L Stedman and also watching the film or reading  River of destiny  by Barbara Erskine. Perhaps you prefer non-fiction: The bookshop that floated away  by Sarah Henshaw or Dolphins under my bed  by Sandra Clayton. Playing Handel's water music  would be a good accompaniment - it all encompasses Read, Watch, Play. Join us  @SurreyLibraries  on Twitter for #rwpchat on Tuesday 28 March from 9am-11am.  Use the tags #waterread and #rwpchat as you tweet so that others can join in the conversation too.  You can follow the discussion on Twitter  @ReadWatchPlay  check out  Surrey Libraries Read, Watch, Play Pinterest board  for ideas.  Or just read a book about this month's theme to join in.  Hope to see you soon at Read, Watch, Play.   #rwpchat

It’s the perfect time for women of Surrey to make their mark in science and technology. Leading up to International Women’s Day on March 8th, the local area is playing host to some exciting events that will encourage women and girls to get involved in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) field. From 10:30am tomorrow, the Guildford Library will host its first Women’s Digital Club: An all ages gathering for ladies interested in computers, coding, blogging, robotics, 3D printing and much more. This open event will give women access to the cutting edge technology on available to use at the library, and the chance to network and learn from others in the community. To book a place email l ibraries@surreycc@gov.uk To share ideas and get involved in the Women’s Club chat on social media, use the hashtag #womensdigitalclub