Local events
West Barnes Library - March 2015
News from the Friends of West Barnes Library (next to Motspur Park Station)
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY - Friends of West Barnes Library
· Friday 27 March (7.30pm) - Quiz Night
· Saturday 20 June (1.30pm- 4.00pm) - Garden Party –
Following the success of the recent FoWBL Photography Competition we will be holding another competition later in the year. Look out for the details in the library in the next couple of months.
Check out the updated Friends of West Barnes Library website at www.friendsowbl.org.uk.
Volunteers needed - Can you spare a couple of hours occasionally? West Barnes Library urgently needs more volunteers to help at a range of levels to assist staff. You could be helping keep the library open for the people of Motspur Park. Training will be given. For details and to apply, please ask at the counter.
The FoWBL Events team is looking for volunteers to organise events and to come up with some new ideas. If you are interested in helping please contact the Friends at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or friendsowbl.org.uk
What’s on?
Coming up at West Barnes Library - To reserve a place where required, talk to staff, call 020 8274 5789 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Kiddirama Under 5s (Tuesdays, 10am-11am, except every third Tuesday of the month 9.30am-10.30am). Term time only (Commences 13/1/2015). An interactive, fun story, song and sensory class. £2 per child. To book, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 07542 170604.
Computer Classes for Beginners (Tuesdays, noon-1.30pm, and Thursdays, 1.30pm-3pm). Booking essential.
Rendezvous Club (Tuesdays, 1.30pm-3.30pm). Weekly drop-in for over 55s. £2. For more information call Gilli on 020 8543 1781.
Kiddirama Juniors (Tuesdays, 4pm-5pm) Term time only (commences 13/1/2015). Interactive sessions for 7-12 year-olds focusing on team building, confidence boosting, performance and s. £2 per child. To book, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or phone 07542 170604.
Knit & Natter (Thursdays, 11am-1pm) Bring your own knitting or crochet. We also knit items for various charities or for sale to raise funds for them. This year we have made blankets for the Cats Protection League and for the Premature Baby Unit. We have also made hats, gloves and scarves for the homeless as well as poppies for the British Legion. Free tea or coffee provided.
Toddlers’ Rhyme Time (Fridays, 10.30am-11am).Rhymes and musical activities for 0 to 5 year-olds followed by Story Time (11am-11.30am).
The Sparkle Club (Saturdays, 2.30pm-4pm). Eight-week story-writing course for children. Booking required.
Adults’ Book Club. Thursday 5 March (5.45-6.45). This month’s book is Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch as part of the Cityread scheme. New members are warmly welcomed.
Craft and Chat Saturday, 7 March (3pm-4pm). Easter Flower Arranging
Join the Friends for an interactive workshop and take home your own floral masterpiece. £5.00 charge – payable in advance. Booking is essential as places are limited.
Police Surgery Tuesday 24 March (3-4). Drop in and speak to your local PC about any issues you may have.
Quiz Night Friday 27th March (7.30pm) Sign up as a team (maximum 6 people) or join with other on the night. FoWBL members £3 / non-members £4. Booking essential. Call 020 8274 5789 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Children’s Craft Saturday, 28 March (2pm-4pm). Bring the children for fun activities. Easter activities. No need to book.
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