What's on in Wandsworth Libraries
02 June 2026
What's on in Wandsworth Libraries
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Wandsworth Libraries will be closed for the Easter Bank Holidays on Friday 3rd, Sunday 5th, and Monday 6th April. When we are closed, you can manage your account online at https://prism.librarymanagementcloud.co.uk/wandsworth/ where you can also find links to download audiobooks, ebooks, newspapers and magazines.
Wandsworth Libraries will be closed for the Easter Bank Holidays on Friday 3rd, Sunday 5th, and Monday 6th April. When we are closed, you can manage your account online at https://prism.librarymanagementcloud.co.uk/wandsworth/ where you can also find links to download audiobooks, ebooks, newspapers and magazines.
Monday 1
During Opening Hours Battersea Library
Photography Exhibition: Behind the Counter WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The small shop, once the heart of the community, is now a fast-vanishing part of British life. Despite this, small shopkeepers are resilient. They work longer hours to compete with chains and often have a personal connection with their customers.
Photography Exhibition: Behind the Counter WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
The small shop, once the heart of the community, is now a fast-vanishing part of British life. Despite this, small shopkeepers are resilient. They work longer hours to compete with chains and often have a personal connection with their customers.
This project documents shop keepers from Wandsworth and South London.
During Opening Hours Northcote Library
Photography Exhibition: Dorrett and Martin - The Photographic Chroniclers of Wandsworth Common WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Visit the Dorrett and Marten photography exhibition featuring evocative images of Wandsworth Common from the 1890s by Bellevue Road based photographers. Part of the Wandsworth Heritage Festival.
10.30am-12pm Northcote Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
4pm Tooting Library
Children's Book Group
Join us to discuss "Sam Wu is not afraid of the dark" by Katie & Kevin Tsang.
Activity session based on the book.
6.30pm Northcote Library
Talk: Northcote Road – from Lumber Yard to Coffee Shop WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Listen to how Northcote Road has changed from lumber yard to coffee shops at a talk for the Wandsworth Heritage Festival. Held in Northcote Community Hall. Please book via heritage@gll.org
Photography Exhibition: Dorrett and Martin - The Photographic Chroniclers of Wandsworth Common WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Visit the Dorrett and Marten photography exhibition featuring evocative images of Wandsworth Common from the 1890s by Bellevue Road based photographers. Part of the Wandsworth Heritage Festival.
10.30am-12pm Northcote Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
4pm Tooting Library
Children's Book Group
Join us to discuss "Sam Wu is not afraid of the dark" by Katie & Kevin Tsang.
Activity session based on the book.
6.30pm Northcote Library
Talk: Northcote Road – from Lumber Yard to Coffee Shop WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Listen to how Northcote Road has changed from lumber yard to coffee shops at a talk for the Wandsworth Heritage Festival. Held in Northcote Community Hall. Please book via heritage@gll.org
Tuesday 2
10.30-11.30am, Southfields Library
Southfields Safer Neighbourhood Team
Meet with Metropolitan officers to discuss local issues and crime prevention
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
2-3pm, Southfields Library
Silver Circle Reading Group
Chat about your current reads and share book recommendations in this friendly monthly gathering. New members welcomed.
6pm Battersea Library
Talk: The Changing Fortunes of Arding & Hobbs WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Organised by the Wandsworth Historical Society and Wandsworth Libraries & Heritage Service Editor of The Wandsworth Historian, Neil Robson, invites you to peek behind the curtains of what was once ‘South London’s finest drapery house’, tracking its rise and fall along the way. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
Southfields Safer Neighbourhood Team
Meet with Metropolitan officers to discuss local issues and crime prevention
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
2-3pm, Southfields Library
Silver Circle Reading Group
Chat about your current reads and share book recommendations in this friendly monthly gathering. New members welcomed.
6pm Battersea Library
Talk: The Changing Fortunes of Arding & Hobbs WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Organised by the Wandsworth Historical Society and Wandsworth Libraries & Heritage Service Editor of The Wandsworth Historian, Neil Robson, invites you to peek behind the curtains of what was once ‘South London’s finest drapery house’, tracking its rise and fall along the way. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
Wednesday 3
1.30pm-3pm Wandsworth Town Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only.
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: Pride Month
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
6pm Battersea Library
Talk: Listen to the Woman with the Basket! Caroline Ganley and the Co-operative Movement WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Organised by the Battersea Society and Wandsworth Libraries & Heritage Service For much of the 20th century the Co-op was the go-to food shop in Battersea and Wandsworth. This talk from historian Dr Sue Demont focuses on the work of Caroline Ganley, who rose from Battersea activist to become the first female President of the huge London Co-operative Society. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
Thursday 4
6-7:30pm Putney Library Talk: From Dust to Ashes. The Development of Cremation in England & Wales, 1874-2025
The Friends of Putney Library host a talk by historian Brian Parsons. Please book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-dust-to-ashes-the-development-of-cremation-in-england-wales-tickets-1988619915700
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only.
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: Pride Month
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
6pm Battersea Library
Talk: Listen to the Woman with the Basket! Caroline Ganley and the Co-operative Movement WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Organised by the Battersea Society and Wandsworth Libraries & Heritage Service For much of the 20th century the Co-op was the go-to food shop in Battersea and Wandsworth. This talk from historian Dr Sue Demont focuses on the work of Caroline Ganley, who rose from Battersea activist to become the first female President of the huge London Co-operative Society. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
Thursday 4
6-7:30pm Putney Library Talk: From Dust to Ashes. The Development of Cremation in England & Wales, 1874-2025
The Friends of Putney Library host a talk by historian Brian Parsons. Please book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-dust-to-ashes-the-development-of-cremation-in-england-wales-tickets-1988619915700
Friday 5
4.4-45pm Balham Library
Special Story Time with GLL Literary Foundation Author Jane Porter
No booking necessary.
Special Story Time with GLL Literary Foundation Author Jane Porter
No booking necessary.
Saturday 6
10-11am, Southfields Children’s Library
Empathy Day - Storytime and Craft
Join us for a Storytime and craft activity to celebrate Empathy Day. Decorate some empathy glasses! Free event. (Age 3+)
11-12pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
11-1pm, Southfields Library
Author Jack Strange – Creative Writing Workshop
Acclaimed author of gay romance novels, Jack Strange is hosting a creative writing workshop. Booking is required.
3-5pm Balham Library
Creative Writing Workshop
Balham Library welcomes Jack Strange to lead a workshop on Creative Writing. Whether you are a budding writer unsure how to start, or need help refocusing and getting to the finish line, get writing tips and help with the creative process right at Balham Library. Free, to book please visit
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-writing-workshop-tickets-1988468821774
Empathy Day - Storytime and Craft
Join us for a Storytime and craft activity to celebrate Empathy Day. Decorate some empathy glasses! Free event. (Age 3+)
11-12pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
11-1pm, Southfields Library
Author Jack Strange – Creative Writing Workshop
Acclaimed author of gay romance novels, Jack Strange is hosting a creative writing workshop. Booking is required.
3-5pm Balham Library
Creative Writing Workshop
Balham Library welcomes Jack Strange to lead a workshop on Creative Writing. Whether you are a budding writer unsure how to start, or need help refocusing and getting to the finish line, get writing tips and help with the creative process right at Balham Library. Free, to book please visit
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-writing-workshop-tickets-1988468821774
Monday 8
3.30-4.30pm Northcote Library
Collage Event
Join us in the Children’s Library for a found word poetry workshop as part of SPINE Fest. Use letters, words and phrases from newspapers and magazines to write your own poem.
Collage Event
Join us in the Children’s Library for a found word poetry workshop as part of SPINE Fest. Use letters, words and phrases from newspapers and magazines to write your own poem.
Tuesday 9
10.30am-12pm Tooting Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
5:45-6:45pm, Southfields Library
Poetry Club
Join a group of budding poets to read and write poems. No experience needed. Open to all adults.
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
5:45-6:45pm, Southfields Library
Poetry Club
Join a group of budding poets to read and write poems. No experience needed. Open to all adults.
Wednesday 10
11am Battersea Library
Story Time with Mama G
Free children’s event for Pride, with everyone’s favourite pantomime dame!
1.30pm-3pm Balham Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only.
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: World Ocean Day
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
6pm Battersea Library
Talk: A Modest Commission – Pamela Coleman Smith and the Rider Waite Tarot WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Organised by Wandsworth Libraries & Heritage Service Archivist Emma Anthony was delighted to find out from a researcher that artist Pamela Coleman Smith lived in Battersea while designing the world’s most famous tarot deck. The Rider Waite Tarot, named after its publishers, was wildly successful. Yet its artist was paid little and died leaving debt. Join Emma in delving into Coleman Smith’s life in Battersea and beyond. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
6-7pm Putney Library
Furzedown Litfest Presents: Author Robert Holton
Robert Holton is a novelist and playwriter. Their first novel, A Queer Case, came out in June 2025. Come and celebrate his new release, A Morbid Obsession.
Story Time with Mama G
Free children’s event for Pride, with everyone’s favourite pantomime dame!
1.30pm-3pm Balham Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only.
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: World Ocean Day
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
6pm Battersea Library
Talk: A Modest Commission – Pamela Coleman Smith and the Rider Waite Tarot WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Organised by Wandsworth Libraries & Heritage Service Archivist Emma Anthony was delighted to find out from a researcher that artist Pamela Coleman Smith lived in Battersea while designing the world’s most famous tarot deck. The Rider Waite Tarot, named after its publishers, was wildly successful. Yet its artist was paid little and died leaving debt. Join Emma in delving into Coleman Smith’s life in Battersea and beyond. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
6-7pm Putney Library
Furzedown Litfest Presents: Author Robert Holton
Robert Holton is a novelist and playwriter. Their first novel, A Queer Case, came out in June 2025. Come and celebrate his new release, A Morbid Obsession.
Thursday 11
3.30-4,30pm Northcote Library
Children’s Book Club
The children’s book club, Story Explorers, meets this afternoon. Suitable for children aged 6-11. Email harriet.cooper@gll.org to join and for more information.
4pm Balham Library
Story Time with Mama G
Free children’s event. No booking necessary
6pm Putney Library
Film screening and Q&A: A Legacy of Care WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
– 170 years at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability Organised by the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability Patients’ voices, past and present, are at the heart of this documentary film which includes a mixture of archival materials, interviews, and personal stories which capture the everyday and the extraordinary moments of life at the RHN. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
Children’s Book Club
The children’s book club, Story Explorers, meets this afternoon. Suitable for children aged 6-11. Email harriet.cooper@gll.org to join and for more information.
4pm Balham Library
Story Time with Mama G
Free children’s event. No booking necessary
6pm Putney Library
Film screening and Q&A: A Legacy of Care WANDSWORTH HERITAGE FESTIVAL
– 170 years at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability Organised by the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability Patients’ voices, past and present, are at the heart of this documentary film which includes a mixture of archival materials, interviews, and personal stories which capture the everyday and the extraordinary moments of life at the RHN. Contact Heritage@gll.org to book
Friday 12
11am Battersea Library
WoW Time Show
Calm, sensory, non-verbal performance created especially for babies and young children, aged 0-5, and the adulds who share their world. Free event!
12-3pm, Southfields Library
Sexual Health Clinic
Drop in for information and advice, as well as access to free rapid HIV tests. Organised by Spectra.
WoW Time Show
Calm, sensory, non-verbal performance created especially for babies and young children, aged 0-5, and the adulds who share their world. Free event!
12-3pm, Southfields Library
Sexual Health Clinic
Drop in for information and advice, as well as access to free rapid HIV tests. Organised by Spectra.
Saturday 13
10.30am Earlsfield Library
Daddies Rhyme Time
Songs and rhymes for children aged 0-2 years.
11-12pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
12-5pm Balham Library
Plant Swap for Great Big Green Week
Drop off a plant, stay for a craft, chat to local eco groups and take a new plant home! All ages welcome.
12-1pm Northcote Library
Art Club
Create magical fairy houses at today’s craft club in the Children’s Library.
1-2.30pm, Southfields Library
The Parenting Paradox - Julie Dagonet Parenting Talk
Comedian and mother of three, Julie Dagonet, talks about the pressures we put on our kids and how these might have negative effects on their mental health. This fun session will be packed with sketches that explore the balance of parental authority with a child’s internal authority. Kids and parents welcome. Booking is essential
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
12-5pm Balham Library
Plant Swap for Great Big Green Week
Drop off a plant, stay for a craft, chat to local eco groups and take a new plant home! All ages welcome.
12-1pm Northcote Library
Art Club
Create magical fairy houses at today’s craft club in the Children’s Library.
1-2.30pm, Southfields Library
The Parenting Paradox - Julie Dagonet Parenting Talk
Comedian and mother of three, Julie Dagonet, talks about the pressures we put on our kids and how these might have negative effects on their mental health. This fun session will be packed with sketches that explore the balance of parental authority with a child’s internal authority. Kids and parents welcome. Booking is essential
Monday 15
4-5pm Northcote Library
Mama G
Celebrate Pride with Mama G at an all singing, all dancing and all glittering fun filled family show in the Children’s Library. Free, drop in.
4-6pm Northcote Library
Make a Broach
Make your own nature inspired brooch for The Great Big Green Week using recycled materials at a sustainable textile art workshop. Free, all materials provided. Families welcome. Please register your interest at the library or email northcote.library@gll.org
Mama G
Celebrate Pride with Mama G at an all singing, all dancing and all glittering fun filled family show in the Children’s Library. Free, drop in.
4-6pm Northcote Library
Make a Broach
Make your own nature inspired brooch for The Great Big Green Week using recycled materials at a sustainable textile art workshop. Free, all materials provided. Families welcome. Please register your interest at the library or email northcote.library@gll.org
Tuesday 16
10.30am-12pm Battersea Park Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
10:30am, Battersea Park Library
Story Time with Mama G
Free children’s event. No booking necessary
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
4-5pm, Battersea Park Library
Children's Event
An event for 6-11y old children to learn about the difference between feelings, behaviours and choices, and support them to be kind AND confident. Led by stand-up comedian and mother of three j. Dagonet, a fun session packed with interactive sketches
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
10:30am, Battersea Park Library
Story Time with Mama G
Free children’s event. No booking necessary
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
4-5pm, Battersea Park Library
Children's Event
An event for 6-11y old children to learn about the difference between feelings, behaviours and choices, and support them to be kind AND confident. Led by stand-up comedian and mother of three j. Dagonet, a fun session packed with interactive sketches
Wednesday 17
1.30pm-3pm Putney Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: Father’s Day
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
5.30-7.45pm Balham Library
Open Mic Poetry Night and Art Show
To mark Refugee Week, Hannah from Lost Souls will be hosting an open mic poetry evening as we welcome poets of all levels of experience to share work that capture the theme of this year’s Refugee Week; courage
Free, book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/open-mic-poetry-art-show-tickets-1989226911240
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: Father’s Day
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
5.30-7.45pm Balham Library
Open Mic Poetry Night and Art Show
To mark Refugee Week, Hannah from Lost Souls will be hosting an open mic poetry evening as we welcome poets of all levels of experience to share work that capture the theme of this year’s Refugee Week; courage
Free, book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/open-mic-poetry-art-show-tickets-1989226911240
Thursday 18
6.30-7.30pm Balham Library
Pride Poetry: Open Mic Night
Loud proud and spoken out loud. Your voice belongs, step up and speak out.
Pride Poetry: Open Mic Night
Loud proud and spoken out loud. Your voice belongs, step up and speak out.
Friday 19
10am-4.30pm Northcote Library
Father’s Day
Father’s Day card crafts are available all day in the Children’s Library.
2.30-4pm Southfields Library
Crime Reading Group
The crime reading group meets this afternoon. Please ask at the library for more information.
3.30pm-4.30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Mama G
Come and celebrate Pride Month in style with our favourite pantomime dame Mama G. Join us for an all singing, dancing, glittering family show full of fun! Free. (All ages welcome)
Father’s Day
Father’s Day card crafts are available all day in the Children’s Library.
2.30-4pm Southfields Library
Crime Reading Group
The crime reading group meets this afternoon. Please ask at the library for more information.
3.30pm-4.30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Mama G
Come and celebrate Pride Month in style with our favourite pantomime dame Mama G. Join us for an all singing, dancing, glittering family show full of fun! Free. (All ages welcome)
Saturday 20
10am-2pm Northcote Library
Father’s Day
Forgot to get Dad a Father’s Day card? Make one today!
10-11am, Southfields Children’s Library
Refugee Week - Storytime and Craft
Join us for stories about belonging and a themed craft activity. Free event. (Age 3+)
11-12pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
11-12pm, Southfields Library
Saturday Reading Group
Discuss the book of the month, The Catcher in the Rye by J.D.Salinger.
12.30-1.30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Tabletop Gaming
Join us for our exciting new Tabletop Gaming workshop, where participants play games (including Pokemon, Digimon, Yu-Gi-Oh and Warhammer) and swap their cards and figures. Please note that children aged 10 and under will need to be accompanied by an adult at all times. (Recommended Age 8-13)
Father’s Day
Forgot to get Dad a Father’s Day card? Make one today!
10-11am, Southfields Children’s Library
Refugee Week - Storytime and Craft
Join us for stories about belonging and a themed craft activity. Free event. (Age 3+)
11-12pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
11-12pm, Southfields Library
Saturday Reading Group
Discuss the book of the month, The Catcher in the Rye by J.D.Salinger.
12.30-1.30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Tabletop Gaming
Join us for our exciting new Tabletop Gaming workshop, where participants play games (including Pokemon, Digimon, Yu-Gi-Oh and Warhammer) and swap their cards and figures. Please note that children aged 10 and under will need to be accompanied by an adult at all times. (Recommended Age 8-13)
Monday 22
3-4pm Northcote Library
Age UK: Way of Council
A free listening and story telling practice for over 50s. Please register your interest at outreach@ageukwandsworth.org.uk
Age UK: Way of Council
A free listening and story telling practice for over 50s. Please register your interest at outreach@ageukwandsworth.org.uk
Tuesday 23
10-11am, Southfields Library
Southfields Safer Neighbourhood Team
Meet with Metropolitan officers to discuss local issues and crime prevention
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
5:45-6:45pm, Southfields Library
Zillennial Book Club
Dedicated space for young readers to relax after work and unwind by discussing our book of the month. Join us to explore, Minbak by Ela Lee. New members welcomed. (Aged 18 to 40)
Southfields Safer Neighbourhood Team
Meet with Metropolitan officers to discuss local issues and crime prevention
2-4pm, Battersea Park Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions provide the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking required, but as spaces are limited you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers.
5:45-6:45pm, Southfields Library
Zillennial Book Club
Dedicated space for young readers to relax after work and unwind by discussing our book of the month. Join us to explore, Minbak by Ela Lee. New members welcomed. (Aged 18 to 40)
Wednesday 24
10.30am-12pm Southfields Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only.
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: Fairy Day
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
6-7.30pm Balham Library
Christopher Stephens - Author Talk
Celebrate Pride Month at Balham Library with our Meet The Author series welcoming The Light of Day author Christopher Stephens. In conversation with our Reading Rainbows Book Club, Christopher, will be discussing The Light of Day : The first man to come out at the dawn of gay liberation. Free, please book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/christopher-stephens-author-talk-tickets-1988911217993
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2-4pm, Southfields Library
Power 2 Connect Digital Drop-ins
Free sessions to connect with all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champions. Bring along your device or use one available. No booking required, but spaces are limited so you June need to wait. Term time only.
3-4pm, Southfield Library
Italian Conversation Group
Join fellow Italian language enthusiasts in conversation. We welcome new members.
3:30-4:30pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Arts & Crafts Activities: Fairy Day
Join us every Wednesday for fun and crafting. Free and no booking required. (Age 3+)
6-7.30pm Balham Library
Christopher Stephens - Author Talk
Celebrate Pride Month at Balham Library with our Meet The Author series welcoming The Light of Day author Christopher Stephens. In conversation with our Reading Rainbows Book Club, Christopher, will be discussing The Light of Day : The first man to come out at the dawn of gay liberation. Free, please book at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/christopher-stephens-author-talk-tickets-1988911217993
Thursday 25
3.30-4.30pm Northcote Library
Children’s Book Club
The children’s book club, Story Explorers, meets this afternoon. Suitable for children aged 6-11. Email harriet.cooper@gll.org to join and for more information.
5-7pm Northcote Library
Reading Group
The general fiction reading group meets this evening. Please ask at the library for more information about joining.
Children’s Book Club
The children’s book club, Story Explorers, meets this afternoon. Suitable for children aged 6-11. Email harriet.cooper@gll.org to join and for more information.
5-7pm Northcote Library
Reading Group
The general fiction reading group meets this evening. Please ask at the library for more information about joining.
Saturday 27
10.30am Earlsfield Library
Daddies Rhyme Time
Songs and rhymes for children aged 0-2 years.
11-12pm, Southfields Children’s Library
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
12.15-1.15pm, Southfields Library, Meeting Room
Slashing Down the Hate
As part of our Pride Month celebrations, staff member Kit is hosting a seminar on the historic significance of fan-written gay literature and the pivotal role it served in saving the Star Trek TV show. Free for all but booking required.
2-4pm Putney Library
Saturday Crafternoons: Get creative with STEM
A family craft activity in the library atrium
Origami
Our volunteer Charlie leads this popular, regular session. Join him to shape and fold paper into beautiful works of art, which you can take home. (Age 6+)
12.15-1.15pm, Southfields Library, Meeting Room
Slashing Down the Hate
As part of our Pride Month celebrations, staff member Kit is hosting a seminar on the historic significance of fan-written gay literature and the pivotal role it served in saving the Star Trek TV show. Free for all but booking required.
2-4pm Putney Library
Saturday Crafternoons: Get creative with STEM
A family craft activity in the library atrium
