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Wild World Heroes WWF Live Lesson
Find out what the Summer Reading Challenge’s Wild World Heroes are fighting for and discover some of the fantastic wildlife we have here in the UK.
Explore some of the threats facing our local nature and find out what you can do at home or in your community to stand up for our amazing planet!
This session is suitable for children aged 6 to 11 years.
To book a free place for this online session go to the event page on eventbrite.
The Girl of Ink and Stars - Audio Drama
A play by Satinder Chohan
Based on the book by Kiran Millwood Hargrave
A tale of maps, myth and monsters
Forbidden to leave her island, Isabella dreams of the faraway lands her father once mapped. When a girl from the village disappears into the island's Forgotten Territories, Isabella and her lifelong friend Pablo go in search of her.
Following her map and an ancient myth, Isabella discovers that deep beneath the dry rivers and smoky mountains, a fiery legend is stirring from its sleep...
A gripping audio drama performed over three podcasts, The Girl of Ink and Stars is a story of myth, magic and the power of friendship.
For children aged 7+ and their families
... a thrilling and atmospheric audio experience based on an imaginative tale... a welcome escape to another world.
Sally Jack (British Theatre Guide)
To access this production, go to thesparkarts.co.uk/ink-and-stars-audio.
The book upon which this production is based is available to borrow from our libraries as either a traditional book or as an eBook.
Library events and activities suspended
All Library events and activities are currently suspended. If you would like to be kept informed about our events and activities, once they start again, you can subscribe to our newsletters on the Council website.
Central Library’s Chatty Corner Group
A new group for people living with early stage dementia, their family, carers’ and friends has been set up at the Central Library in Bexleyheath.
This informal group meets over a cuppa for a friendly chat, puzzles and games. It’s a great opportunity to meet people too.
There’s no need to book – just come along on the 1st Friday of each month from 2pm – 3.30pm and join in.
Gardener's Coffee Club
Do you have an allotment or enjoy spending time pottering in your garden?
Would you like to meet fellow gardeners or learn about a new hobby?
Why not come along and join us for a tea or coffee and meet like-minded people!
Crayford Library,
Last Saturday of every month at 10:30 - 11.30am.
DigiClub
Come along to our brand new free DigiClub!
Develop your skills and interests in a wide range of digital making activities including 3D printing and robotics.
Central Library, Bexleyheath
First Thursday of every month,
Chaucer meeting room, 4.30 pm – 6.00 pm
For 10-16 year olds.
No booking required.
Reading groups for the visually impaired
Central Library
Bexley Libraries hold a reading group for the visually impaired at Central Library, Bexleyheath at 10.30-12.00pm usually on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information and to confirm dates please contact a Community Library Outreach Coordinator on 020 8303 7777 or email CLOAs@bexley.gov.uk