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October Half Term at Central Library!

Looking for something to do over the half term holidays? Check out our half term activity programme coming soon, including arts and crafts, with plenty to see, make and do! . All materials provided, just bring your imagination! Here’s what to expect:

Make Cress Heads for Green Libraries Week: Monday 27 October, 2-3pm, Lower Ground Floor

Come and celebrate green libraries week with us at Central Library! Pick up free seeds from our seed library and get creative making your very own cress head to take home. A perfect blend of gardening and crafting! Free entry, just drop in.

Stories and songs for Green Libraries Week: Tuesday 28 October, 2-2.45pm, Music Library (1st Floor)
Calling all little groovers! Show us some moves at this fun and interactive music and dance session. We’ll bring the music, so get ready to hit the dancefloor! Suitable for children under 4. Free entry, just turn up.
Lego Club: Wednesday 29 Oct, 2-3pm, Lower Ground Floor

Do you love Lego? So do we! Drop in, pick your favourite bricks and build anything that takes your fancy. From castles to spaceships, the possibilities are endless! No need to book in advance. First come first served. Suitable for ages 4 and above. Free entry, just drop in.

Get planting for Green Libraries Week!: Thursday 30 October, 2-4pm, Lower Ground Floor

Calling all budding gardeners (pun intended)! Join us for this engaging session inspired by Green Libraries Week. You’ll get to plant your very own daffodil and take it home with you! We’ll provide all the materials, just come ready to get potting! Suitable for families. Free entry, just drop in.

Spooky Library: Friday 31 October, 1-4pm, Performance Space

We’re getting ready to welcome little spooks and ghouls to a very creepy Central Library for a fun-filled family Halloween. Are you brave enough to enter the world of creepy crafts, torturous treats and sinister surprises? FREE ENTRY. Suitable for children aged 7-13. Fancy dress encouraged! More info at Spooky Library – Library Live

Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead); Saturday 1 November, 1-4pm, Performance Space

Come and join us for Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead), a unique and ancient Mexican celebration. This exciting event will feature traditional dances performed by Colibri Mexican Folkdance UK, themed activities and craft workshops, and a typical Mexican altar. Free drop-in, suitable for all ages!