The 'Libraries at Night' project was the first of it's kind in Bexley, and was a roaring success.

11 events were held in libraries across the borough, including Central Library, Erith Library, and Sidcup Library. These events had everything from live music and comedy, to murder mystery and an Escape Room.
'Libraries at Night' is hopefully the first of many amazing programmes to be run in Bexley in the future.

Missed out on all the fun? Take a look at some of the fabulous photos from this years programme.

Libraries at Night Presents: Nkomba and Pretending People

Friday 20 September 2019

8pm - Sidcup Library

Nkomba are a contemporary African folk band who play an energetic mixture of Malawian folk songs and African roots music. The band is led by Ron Nkomba who performs on guitar, mandolin and harmonica and sings in English & Chichewa, the national languages of Malawi. As well as interpretations of traditional Malawian folk songs, their compositions draw on experiences and influences from Europe, Asia and Africa which reflect their up-bringing.

Pretending People are a traditional English Folk ensemble who are not only well known on the festival circuit for their musical talents but also as producers of innovative theatre in conventional and non-conventional performance spaces.
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http://www.pretendingpeople.co.uk/index.php

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Saturday 16th February - Central Library Bexleyheath

Orphan Gears

A high-octane mix of garage punk, dirt-blues and Sabbathesque heavy rock blended into a non-stop barrage of riffs, angry lyrics and grooves big enough to turn an ankle.

Trash Heads

Formed in 2014 by three old school friends, 'Trash Heads' make a harmonious rock racket. Influenced by a wide range of guitar-based bands such as Queens of the Stone Age, Black Sabbath, Arctic Monkeys and Nirvana, the lads released their debut album 'Skyscraper, Heartbreaker' in 2015. With new drummer Martyn recently joined, they have begun recording their 2nd album for release in summer 2019.

Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. No alcohol at this event. Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase. Event is expected to last approximately 2 hours.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Doors open at 8pm for an 8:30pm start. 

Tickets cost £5 per person.

Monday 18th February - Central Library, Bexleyheath

Create your own instrument with the London Vegetable Orchestra

The London Vegetable Orchestra (LVO) is the UK's only ensemble offering audiences literally 'Home Grown' entertained. As the group's name suggests, the instruments are made up of hand crafted local produce, and they sound as incredible as they look! The LVO will help you make your own vegetable instrument before delivering a mouth-watering performance.

This is a family friendly event but is not recommended for children under 8. Children must be acompanied by an adult. No alcohol at this event. Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

5pm -6:15pm and 6:45pm - 8pm

Tickets are Free

Friday 22nd February - Central Library, Bexleyheath

Learn to Dance with Swing Patrol

Swing Patrol are a community of over 1,500 dancers, a passionate teaching team, four amazing troupes and a small but dedicated team of staff and volunteers.

Come along and learn 1940s Lindy Hop and 1920s and 1930s Charleston with trained dancers.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

No alcohol at this event. Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

7:30pm - 10:30pm

Tickets cost £10 per person.

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Saturday 23rd February - Central Library, Bexleyheath

Aardvark Productions Murder Mystery

Find out who is lurking amongst the books and help us solve the murder in the library.

Three course buffet, welcome drink and glass of wine with dinner included.

A cash bar will be available.

Aardvark Productions are the producers of the popular murder mysteries that are run at Hall Place so you can sure of a good night.

Tickets cost £30 per person

Doors will open at 7:15pm for a 7:30pm start. The event will last approximately 2.5 hours.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Sunday 24th February - Central Library, Bexleyheath

The Professor's Study - Escape Room

Can you solve the puzzles to find the professors location and the key to unlock the room?

Maximum of 8 people per team - you can book a room for 8 or book individually to join a team.

Tickets cost £15 per person or book a room for up to 8 people for £100.

There will be 12 sessions running between 1:15pm and 7pm. Each session is 45 minutes long.

Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Sunday 24th February - Central Library, Bexleyheath

Pop Up Games Café

Join us to play Board Games for adults.

We will have games such as King of Tokyo, Atmosfear, Pandemic, Forbidden Island and many more.

Tickets cost £4 per person.

We will be open from 1:15pm - 7pm.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

Tuesday 26th February - Sidcup Library

Arts Train presents...

 

Young musicians from the Arts Train project (www.artstrain.org) will be hosting a very special musical showcase feat

uring

 performances by local emerging artists from across Bexley. Taking inspiration from NPR Music's series of 'Tiny Desk Concerts' the evening will feat

ure performances of original music from a range of exciting young performers, this is your chance to see them first! Come along to support live music and the next generation of artists.

For more information please contact artstrain@mytimeactive.co.uk

 

Tickets cost £5 per person.

Doors will open at 7pm for 7:30pm start. The event will last approximately 2 hours.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

Wednesday 27th February - Central Library, Bexleyheath

Bird College presents a night of Music from the movies

Come and enjoy Bird College's Classical orchestra playing music from well known films.

Tickets cost £5 per person.

7pm start. The event will last 1 hour.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

Thursday 28th February - Sidcup Library

Bird College's Little Big Band presents Jazz in the Library

Bird College are an elite Arts institution and they will be bringing their incredible music to Sidcup Library.

Tickets cost £5 per person.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

Friday 1st March - Erith Library

Become a Lifepreneur with David Fletcher

The Lifepreneur: A framework to help you become the best version of yourself. Make better choices, focus on future outcomes, experience a richer present, build stronger relationships, create a more powerful reality and live a life that truly matters...starting now.

7:30pm start. The event will last 1 hour.

Tickets are free but places are limited

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

Soft drinks and snacks will be available to purchase.

Saturday 2nd March - Central Library

Join us for an evening of comedy with Comedy Knights

Comedy Knights and Libraries at Night present an evening of fun and silly stand-up comedy with MC Jessica Fostekew, Mark Simmons, Grainne Maguire and Paul Duncan McGarritty. Comedy Knights have been booking live comedy in unusual venues for over 12 years but are very excited to bring the top acts from across the UK and international circuit to a library after hours. It promises to be a hilarious night full of great jokes and memorable personalities. Get ready to be loud in the library!

Doors open at 7:30pm for an 8pm start. This event is expected lto last approximately 2.5 hours.

Tickets cost £10 per person.

Tickets can be booked in branch or online 

A cash bar will be available.