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New Weekly Groups for Term Time

We are adding new activities all the time – don’t miss out!

Groups and Activities for Kids

Check out our Term Time groups. You don’t need to sign up unless the activity says so. We can’t wait to see you…

Tuesdays

Toddler Craft 1.30-2.30pm

A craft club just for toddlers and preschoolers. Suitable for 2-4 year olds. Term Time only.

Kids Craft Club 3.45-4.45pm

An after school craft club for children. Come along to colour and get creative. Suitable for children aged 3-10. Term Time only.

Book Buddies 3.45-4.45pm

Come and sign up for one to one reading support with our Book Buddy volunteers. Make the books come alive by reading and discussing them. Sign up at your first session in the library.

Wednesdays

Sparkles Stay n Play 9.30-11am

A stay n play drop in session for toddlers and their parents/carers. Toys, colouring, books and more. Term Time only.

Sparkles Babies 11am-12pm

A group for new parents/carers and their babies up to one year old. With a chance to chat and meet other parents and get some advice for your baby, why not come along? With an ex-health visitor in attendance most weeks come and find out anything you need to know. No need to book just come along. Term Time only.

Creative Kids from 3pm

A drop in session for kids and their parents. Come and colour, stick, cut and get creative. We’ll supply all the materials: you supply the imagination! Term time only.

Book Buddies 3.45-4.45pm

Come and sign up for one to one reading support with our Book Buddy volunteers. Make the books come alive by reading and discussing them. Sign up at your first session in the library.

Thursdays

What’s Next Linda? 10-10.30am

Song and storytime for preschool children. No need to book just come along. Term time only

Thursday Lego Club 3.30-4.30pm

Come and get creative with our Lego! We have so much you will not get bored! Every Thursday!

Weekend

Saturday Lego Club 10-11am

Come and get creative with our Lego! We have so much you will not get bored! Just come along and join us; why not bring your friends?

New Generation Church

Every Sunday 10-11.15am

Come and join us for our family friendly Sunday Church gathering, meeting at Blackfen Community Library. Doors open 9.45am for free tea and coffee and our meeting starts at 10am til 11.15am. You can expect worship, prayers, a talk based on the bible or a current topic and the opportunity to be with others. There are age appropriate clubs for kids aged 5-16 and a baby area for parents to sit with their toddlers or babies during the meeting. After our gathering, Rooted Coffee House is open for you to get refreshments and treats. For more info on New Gen Church: newgen.org.uk