We are Hiring!

by Sharon Marriott | May 18, 2023 | blackfen community announcement, Youth

We are recruiting for a Youth Worker to join our team and help us develop our offer to the community.

Find more details: Youth Worker

If you have any questions please email us at [email protected]

To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to [email protected]

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🎉 Join a Creative Quest! 🎉 Calling all 5-11

🎉 Join a Creative Quest! 🎉

Calling all 5-11 year olds! 📣

Embark on a fun and free 1-hour workshop with Explore Learning tutors, who will take you on an adventure filled with code-breaking, problem-solving, poetry-creating, and imaginative exploration. 🌟

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 31st July
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
👧👦 Ages: 5-11

Take part, get creative, and have a blast! Plus, everyone who participates will have a chance to win a prize worth £350. 🏆

This event is part of the Summer Reading Challenge's Marvellous Makers series, adding even more excitement to your summer!

📍 Book your place on Eventbrite now!

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to unleash your creativity and have fun with friends!
@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #CreativeQuest #KidsWorkshop #ExploreLearning #SummerReadingChallenge #MarvellousMakers #GetCreative #FreeEvent #winbig
#bexley #bexleymums #blackfen #sidcup #sidcupmums

Let's Get Creative This Week! 🎨🧱 Join us fo

Let's Get Creative This Week! 🎨🧱

Join us for two FREE drop-in sessions this week:

Colouring: Let your imagination run wild with our colouring books and pencils.
Lego: Build amazing creations with our colourful bricks.
No need to book, just drop by and have fun!

We can't wait to see what you create!

@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #bexley #bexleymums #sidcup #sidcupmums #blackfen

Repost @larksidcup Lark in the Park Sidcup Excit

Repost @larksidcup Lark in the Park Sidcup

Excited to see you at Lark in the Park 2024!
Free event for all ages at Sidcup Place.

Starting Thursday 25th July 2024 with afternoon entertainmentand evening outdoor cinema

Scan QR code for bookable events.

@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #larkinthepark #larksidcup #bexley #bexleymums #sidcup #sidcupmums #familyfun

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Pop Up Play Village Sout

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

Pop Up Play Village South East London is coming to Blackfen Community Library on Wednesday, 7th August 2024, from 10am to 11:30am! 🌟

Come and join us for a fun-filled, free drop-in session. Let your little ones explore, play, and learn in our engaging and interactive play village. 🎨🧸

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make new friends and enjoy a morning of creativity and fun! See you there! 😊✨
@bexley_0to19

#PopUpPlayVillage #SouthEastLondon #BlackfenCommunityLibrary #FreeEvent #FunForKids #JoinUs

Repost @larksidcup Lark in the Park Sidcup Excit

Repost @larksidcup Lark in the Park Sidcup

Excited to see you at Lark in the Park 2024!
Free event for all ages at Sidcup Place.

Starting Thursday 25th July 2024 with afternoon entertainmentand evening outdoor cinema

Scan QR code for bookable events.

@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #larkinthepark #larksidcup #bexley #bexleymums #sidcup #sidcupmums #familyfun

🌞🎉 Exciting Summer Activities Await! 🎉🌞

This summer, we're bringing you a lineup of thrilling activities that you won't want to miss! From creative workshops to fun games, there's something for everyone. And don't forget to join The Summer Reading Challenge!

📚✨ Dive into adventures, earn rewards, and have a blast with fellow readers.

📌 For drop in sessions, no tickets required, just show up 😁

👉 To book your spot for other activities and fr more details, head over to Eventbrite now!

Let’s make this summer unforgettable! 🌟🚀
@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #bexley #bexleymums #sidcup #sidcupmums #blackfen

🔔 Eltham Pharmacy Wants to Speak to You! 🔔

🔔 Eltham Pharmacy Wants to Speak to You! 🔔

Join us on Tuesday, 23rd July, from 10am to 12pm for a range of FREE health services designed to support your wellbeing:

🩺 Free Blood Pressure Checks
👂 Free Ear Examinations (with a camera so you can see too!)
🍏 Diet and Lifestyle Advice
🧠 Mental Wellbeing Support
🚭 Smoking Cessation Assistance

Take charge of your health and wellbeing with the help of our friendly and professional team.

Don't miss out—come by and let's chat about how we can support you!

📍 Eltham Pharmacy

See you there! 🌟

#blackfencommunitylibrary #bexley #bexleyheath #blackfen #freehealthcheckup #FreeHealthCheckup

🌸 Blackfen Meno Café 🌸 A safe space to con

🌸 Blackfen Meno Café 🌸

A safe space to connect, be heard, and understood.

Join us bimonthly on the 1st Wednesday of each month, starting August 7, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

What to Expect:

Understand your journey
Coaching, advice, and support
Exchange information
Led by Menopause Wellness Practitioner Jackie Fisher, this is a wonderful opportunity to receive guidance and support.

Come and be part of a community that listens and cares.
See you there! 🌿

#blackfencommunitylibrary #BlackfenMenoCafe #MenopauseSupport #WellnessJourney #WomenSupportingWomen #MenopauseAwareness #CommunitySupport #WellnessPractitioner #SafeSpace #WomenHealth #MenopauseWellness #sidcup #sidcupmums

📚✨ Author Storytime & Book Signing with Laksh

📚✨ Author Storytime & Book Signing with Lakshmi-Raj Jesa ✨📚

Join us at the Blackfen Community Library!

🗓 Date: Thursday, 8th August
🕒 Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
💸 Cost: FREE

Dive into an underwater world with local author Lakshmi-Raj Jesa as she introduces her new book, "Finn Button and the Discovery of Adria." This exciting story is set in a fish tank in a young boy’s bedroom and features submarines, glass pods, unusual water creatures, Aquasaurs, and the Rotterbogs—a group of water ogres.

What to Expect:

Hear parts of the story.
Learn about the characters.
Buy a copy of the book and get it signed by the author.
How to Attend:

Book your spot on Eventbrite.
Don't miss this chance to meet Lakshmi-Raj Jesa, enjoy a great storytime, and get a signed book. Perfect for young readers and adventure lovers!

See you there! 📖✨
@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #bookreading #bookreadingtime #bexley #bexleymums
#sidcup #sidcupmums

🩺 Free Hepatitis C Test 🩺 📅 Date: 30th J

🩺 Free Hepatitis C Test 🩺

📅 Date: 30th July 2024
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Blackfen Community Library

Take a Hepatitis C test today! Getting tested is the only way to know if you have Hepatitis C. This liver infection, caused by a virus spread through infected blood, can lead to liver disease and cancer. The good news? It can be cured by taking medicine. Testing is the first step on the path to a cure.

Why Get Tested?

Hepatitis C is a serious infection that can have severe health consequences if left untreated.
Early detection through testing allows for timely treatment, preventing complications like liver disease and cancer.
The test is quick, simple, and can provide peace of mind or a path to treatment.
Brought to you by the Kent Hepatitis Network.

Don't miss this opportunity to take control of your health. Join us at Blackfen Community Library for your free Hepatitis C test. Your health matters!

For more information, contact us at Blackfen Community Library. See you there!

#blackfencommunitylibrary #hepatitisc #HepatitisC #bexley #sidcup

🌞🎉 Exciting Summer Activities Await! 🎉🌞

This summer, we're bringing you a lineup of thrilling activities that you won't want to miss! From creative workshops to fun games, there's something for everyone. And don't forget to join The Summer Reading Challenge!

📚✨ Dive into adventures, earn rewards, and have a blast with fellow readers.

📌 For drop in sessions, no tickets required, just show up 😁

👉 To book your spot for other activities and fr more details, head over to Eventbrite now!

Let’s make this summer unforgettable! 🌟🚀
@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #bexley #bexleymums #sidcup #sidcupmums #blackfen

🧶✨ Calling all crafters! Join us for Knit &

🧶✨ Calling all crafters!

Join us for Knit & Natter sessions every Thursday from 1-3pm. Whether you're a knitting pro, a crochet enthusiast, or an embroidery wizard, all abilities are welcome!

Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere where you can chat, create, and indulge in quality coffee. It's the perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and work on your latest project.

Don't miss out on this chance to connect with fellow crafters and unleash your creativity! See you there! ✨🧵

#blackfencommunitylibrary #bexley #bexleymums #sidcup #sidcupmums #Blackfen #knit #knitting #knittersofinstagram

🛠️ The Hub Workshop 🛠️ 📌Join us on J

🛠️ The Hub Workshop 🛠️

📌Join us on July 18th from 4pm-6pm for an awesome workshop at The Hub!
✅Kick back in a chilled and relaxed setting, where you'll pick up some cool tools to supercharge your resilience and level up your life skills through fun games and activities.

What to Expect:

Engaging Activities: Boost your resilience and life skills.
Food & Fun: Enjoy tasty food and have a great time with friends.
Date: July 18th
Time: 4pm - 6pm
For: School Years 7-11
Location: The Hub, Blackfen Community Library

Don't miss out! Book your spot on Eventbrite today!
@bexley_0to19

#blackfencommunitylibrary #TheHubWorkshop #LifeSkills #YouthEvent #sidcup #sidcupmums #Bexley #bexley #bexleymums #bexleyheath #youthactivities #youthactivities

💻 Need Digital Support? Whether you're navigat

💻 Need Digital Support?

Whether you're navigating online forms, using an iPhone, tackling online banking, or simply navigating the digital realm, we've got you covered!

🗓️ Digital Support Hours:

Tuesday: 10 am - 12 noon, 3 pm - 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 2 pm - 4 pm
Thursday: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 12 noon
Feel free to drop by the library during these times or give us a call. No booking necessary. Let's conquer the digital world together!

#blackfencommunitylibrary #bexley #bexleymums #sidcup #sidcupmums #DigitalSupport #TechHelp #LibraryServices

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