Events | Blackfen Community Library

The Shine Course is back

by Sharon Marriott | 24 August, 2026 | blackfen community announcement, Youth | 0 Comments

The SHINE Course is starting again at Blackfen Community Library on Wednesday 30th September 2026. If you have girls aged 11-15 (at secondary school) then sign them up now via Eventbrite! The Shine...

The Strength Course is back

by Sharon Marriott | 24 August, 2026 | blackfen community announcement, Youth | 0 Comments

A fun and interactive 6 week personal development course for boys ages 11-15 (in secondary school) starts Thursday 1st October 2026. Through fun activities, the sessions will help to develop a...

Coffee & Health

by Sharon Marriott | 24 August, 2026 | Event | 0 Comments

Come and join Samten, a professional nurse, for an informal chat about health related topics over a coffee. The first session at the end of August is focussed on Skin Health. Meeting every last...

IT Workshop: Make the most of the internet

by Sharon Marriott | 24 August, 2026 | Event | 0 Comments

Join our IT Buddies to learn more about how to understand the internet and being online. Just come along - everyone welcome! On Friday 18 Sept 2.30pm at Blackfen Community Library. Check out our...

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Coffee & Books

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 18, 2024 | Books, Regular Groups and Activities

Come and join us for our monthly Coffee & Books book club. On the first Friday of the month 11-12noon. Grab a coffee from Rooted Coffee House and then join us to discuss our latest reads!! Everybody welcome - all books and genres discussed and we might even all...

Messy Church Party

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 18, 2024 | blackfen community announcement, Event, Family

Come and join us for our monthly Messy Church Party on the second Saturday of the month. Every month there's a different theme to explore. With singing, craft, games, stories, faith, fun and food. Book your space via our Eventbrite...

Hepatitis C Testing

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 18, 2024 | blackfen community announcement, Event

On 30th July 10am-12noon the team from Kent Hepatitis Network will be with us in the library to offer free Hepatitis C testing and to answer any questions you may have. Do spread the word and come...

Meno Cafe – coming on 7th August

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 11, 2024 | blackfen community announcement, support group

Jackie Fisher was with us in July exploring the topic of Menopause. Jackie is a trained menopause wellness practitioner with plenty of knowledge about everything to do with the menopause. She shared about some of the triggers and symptoms of the menopause as well as...

Eltham Pharmacy Health Checks

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 11, 2024 | blackfen community announcement

On 23rd July 10am-12noon the team from Eltham Pharmacy will be with us in the library to answer any health related questions you might have and also to do free blood pressure checks and ear examinations. Do spread the word and come...

Summer 2024 Kids Activities

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 11, 2024 | blackfen community announcement, Event, Family

This summer we have an action packed programme for you that will help you and your children have a great time. From crafts to author events, tennis and gym to art with the professionals and cooking sessions. There really is something here for everyone. Don't miss out...

Lark in The Park

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 11, 2024 | Event

Come and visit us at Lark in The Park 25th July to 29 July. Lots of activities happening for all the family. Check out www.larksidcup.com for all the latest info and this year's programme. We hope to see you there!

Hub – what’s on?

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 11, 2024 | blackfen community announcement, Youth

Our Youth Cafe 'The Hub' is going from strength to strength!! If you are in school years 7-11 come along for fun, friendship, games and lots lots more... If you've not tried it yet don't miss out... And have you tried one of our Hub Workshops? With games, crafts,...

Tennis Together – Can you beat Goldilocks?

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 11, 2024 | blackfen community announcement, Event, Family

As well as the launch of our Summer Reading Challenge we are also expecting lots of fun from Tennis Together as they dare you to Beat Goldilocks!! From 10-12noon. Just come along and give it a go - no need to book!

Summer Reading Challenge – Marvellous Makers

by Sharon Marriott | Jul 11, 2024 | blackfen community announcement, Books, Family

Get ready for The Summer Reading Challenge, arriving at Blackfen Community Library this summer. Starting on Sat 13th July to 31st August. Children are being asked to read 6 books. As they read library books, they will collect stickers for their folders. If they want...