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...

News & Events

All the latest news and events from Blackfen Community library

NEW Energy Cafe

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 30, 2026 | blackfen community announcement, Regular Groups and Activities

We are starting a new Energy Cafe at Blackfen Community Library. Come and meet the team from SELCE who can assist you with anything related to Energy!! This energy cafe is a safe space where you can drop-in to for 1:1 in person advice on anything relating to energy....

Age Uk Staying Steady Event

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 20, 2026 | Elderly, Event

Age Uk are holding a Fall Prevention Event on 2nd February designed to help people stay safe, steady, and confident in their daily lives. The event is packed with practical tips, expert talks, and activities to reduce fall risks. Who can Attend: Adults, caregivers,...

Women and Girls’ Health

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 8, 2026 | support group

Come and speak to the trained staff and volunteers about anything to do with Women and Girls' Health. See the image for the dates and times.@hello_blackfen@helloblackfenGet in Touch020...

Book Amnesty 13-24 January

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 7, 2026 | Books

Take part in our Book Amnesty from 13th to 24th January 2026 and seize the chance to comb through your shelves and spaces for any books from the Blackfen Community Library that you might have missed. Return them to us without any concerns about fines and help us...

What’s On at Blackfen Library?

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 7, 2026 | blackfen community announcement, Regular Groups and Activities

At Blackfen Community Library, we provide a diverse selection of groups and activities tailored for individuals of all ages. You're welcome to stop by and join in—no advance booking is necessary for our weekly children's programs or any of our adult sessions. To learn...

Free Baby & Infant Sleep Support

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 7, 2026 | blackfen community announcement, Family

Are you sleep deprived and experiencing: Bedtime battles, early rising, long bedtimes, short naps, nap skipping and inconsistent routines, difficulty falling asleep independently or frequent night wakes? Then come and meet Jacqui - mum of four, paediatric nurse and...

The Strength Course is back

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 3, 2026 | blackfen community announcement, Youth

A fun and interactive 6 week personal development course for boys ages 11-15 (in secondary school) starts Wednesday 28th January 2026. Through fun activities, the sessions will help to develop a strong sense of personal identity, confidence, purpose for the future and...

The Shine Course is back

by Sharon Marriott | Jan 3, 2026 | blackfen community announcement, Youth

The SHINE Course is starting again at Blackfen Community Library on Thursday 29th January 2026. If you have girls aged 11-15 (at secondary school) then sign them up now via Eventbrite! The Shine Course is a fun and interactive 6 week personal development course....

Family Cooking Workshop

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 30, 2025 | Family

Bring your child along for our family friendly child cookery workshop. BUDGET AND FAMILY FRIENDLY INGREDIENTS LEARN ABOUT ENERGY EFFICIENCY, BATCH COOKING & USING AIR FRYERS CREATE A BALANCED NUTRITIOUS MEAL MAKE A ONE PAN VEGETABLE & BEAN CHILLI WITH TORTILLA...

Christmas Opening Hours

by Sharon Marriott | Dec 20, 2025 | blackfen community announcement

We will be closed from 24th December 1pm and we will re-open on Friday 2nd January 2026 9.30am. Don't forget to take out a few books or jigsaws for Christmas!!