Events | Blackfen Community Library

Quiz Night 14 March

by Sharon Marriott | 11 February, 2025 | blackfen community announcement, Event | 0 Comments

Join us for a fun fundraising event on Friday 14th March 7.30pm (doors open 7.15pm). Sign up as a team: maximum 8 adults. The cost is £5 per person and all the proceeds go back into the running of...

Messy Church Party

by Sharon Marriott | 20 February, 2025 | blackfen community announcement, Event, Family | 0 Comments

Come and join us for our Messy Church Party on Saturday 8th March 2pm. With singing, crafts, games, story, fun and food. Book your space via our Eventbrite...

Meet the Author & Book Launch: Simon Sandys-Winsch

by Sharon Marriott | 19 February, 2025 | Event, New books | 0 Comments

Discover the rich tapestry of the Tudor era through Simon Sandys-Winsch's new illustrated dictionary, where words come alive with tales of intrigue, innovation, and iconic figures. This captivating...

Seed Talk & Seed Swap

by Sharon Marriott | 11 February, 2025 | blackfen community announcement, Event | 0 Comments

Come along to hear Pip from Woodlands Garden Centre, West Kingsdown tell us all about how to look after our gardens and allotments. Find out all about propagation and seeds and even swap your seeds...

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Bored? Want a Challenge?

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 12, 2023 | blackfen community announcement

Do you enjoy jigsaw puzzles? Want to try a new one? Borrow jigsaws from the library just like you would with a book. We are constantly updating our stock so there's always a new one in!@hello_blackfen@helloblackfenGet in Touch020 8301 1433...

Bible Study

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 10, 2023 | blackfen community announcement

Come and join this friendly group to learn more about the world's best selling book: the Bible. Every Thursday 11am-12pm. No need to book just turn up!@hello_blackfen@helloblackfenGet in Touch020 8301 1433 [email protected] 7–9...

New Year…New Books…New Reviews…

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 5, 2023 | Book Reviews

If you would like to write a review for a book from our library just get in touch and then we can publish your review on our website.Are you a local author? Why not give us a copy of your book for our stock and write a review? Get in touch we'd love to hear from...

Happy Christmas

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 16, 2022 | blackfen community announcement

The Staff and Volunteers at Blackfen Community Library and Rooted Coffee House would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for all your support during 2022: We look forward to seeing you in...

Christmas Opening Times

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 16, 2022 | blackfen community announcement

We are closing for our Christmas and New Year Break at 5pm on Friday 23rd December and will be open again on Tuesday 3rd January.@hello_blackfen@helloblackfenGet in Touch020 8301 1433 [email protected] 7–9 Blackfen Parade, Blackfen,...

Christmas Dinner

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 9, 2022 | blackfen community announcement

Are you finding things a bit tough this year? Financial problems? Health problems? Need somewhere to go this Christmas? Come and join us for a FREE Christmas Dinner (3 courses) and entertainment on Monday 19th December 12pm. You must book in as spaces are limited:...

Warm Welcome Space

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 8, 2022 | blackfen community announcement

Do you need somewhere warm, welcoming, free and safe to go this winter? If you are struggling to pay for your heating and electric bills why not come in to Blackfen Community Library and Rooted Coffee House instead. We have a whole range of activities on every week or...

Festive Kids Events

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 6, 2022 | Uncategorized

During the week before Christmas join us for some kids fun - getting crafty with making decorations or join in an interactive song and story time. All bookable on our Eventbrite page. @hello_blackfen@helloblackfenGet in Touch020 8301 1433...

Author Event – Paul R Stanton

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 6, 2022 | blackfen community announcement

We are looking forward to welcoming Paul Stanton to Blackfen Community Library on Thursday 15th December at 2pm to tell us more about his new book 'A Festive Juxtaposition' and to sign books. Everyone welcome! Come and meet and support a local author!! If you are a...

Christmas Window Art

by Sharon Marriott | Nov 25, 2022 | blackfen community announcement

Christmas Window Art Design a festive picture at home and bring it in for us to display in our window. There will be a small treat for those who take part. From 26th November.@hello_blackfen@helloblackfen[custom-facebook-feed...