Events and activities in libraries

Surrey libraries are pleased to be offering a programme of events and activities.

Imagination Spaces

We are pleased to announce the following future events.

In the Margins Art Exhibition

We have recently started collaborating with DAiSY (Disability in Arts) as part of their "HERE WE ARE" programme. They are working with Neurodivergent Artist, Jon Adams, and several of DAiSY's member organisations; Art Matters, Bloomin' Arts and The Orpheus Centre to create a number of interventions and artwork (both large and small) at Redhill Library that will remain in place until the renovations in the new year.

'In the Margins' aims to empower marginalised disabled individuals and amplify their life experiences by utilising different sections of the library as platforms for storytelling and dialogue. By engaging and framing the project around library categories such as 'travel', 'health', 'Romance' and the 'Childrens' area, this project will tell their life stories in reference to the library areas. You will be able to go on a journey through the library sections, discovering and exploring these stories through small and large scale interventions to foster understanding, empathy, and inclusion.

Details of when the Exhibition will be at Redhill library and and how you can get involved will be added when they have been finalised. Please check back for updates.

SEED Performance in libraries

For those of you who got to experience Story Detectives from Made By Katie Green contemporary dance company, you will be excited to know that we will be working again with Katie and her team on a new project called Seed. It will be a dance adventure designed to encourage young audiences, 18 month to 4 years, to explore nature and the world around them.

It's still in very early stages but we can confirm Surrey Libraries has been chosen to be part of the pilot process during January to March 2024.

We are still finalising the details. Please check back for updates.

Greener future in libraries

Green events in libraries

Every Wednesday:

Saturdays:

Green reads

We've specially selected some titles exploring the natural world, environmental issues and sustainability.

World around us eBooks on Libby

Step into nature eAudio books on Borrowbox

Biodegradable eco library cards

Crafted from environmentally friendly materials, these cards not only reduce waste but also contribute to the preservation of our planet. By opting for these compostable and recyclable cards, library-goers become part of a growing movement to protect the environment and foster sustainable practices.

Read more about our new eco library cards.

Surrey's greener future

The Surrey Energy advice tool, will help you by asking a series of short questions and depending on the answers will offer tailored information on grants, support and advice, and non-financial help on a range of topics

Find out more about Surrey's Greener Future, Surrey County Council's climate change strategy.
Surrey's Greener Future

Grants of up to £25,000 are now available for eligible Surrey residents to help make their homes warmer and more energy efficient. Read more about the Sustainable Warmth grant available to Surrey residents.

Sign up to our Greener Matters newsletter to get updates.
Our climate change newsletter

Author events

Surrey Libraries are pleased to offer a programme of author events for 2023. Select an event to find out more and how to book.

Digital welfare support

The Digital Welfare Support Project is a community outreach programme that is closing the digital divide and reducing isolation in Surrey.

We will seek to do this by identifying and targeting areas of the county where digital deprivation is highest, cultivating community links and providing IT skills sessions to those most in need. Our experienced and dedicated Digital Welfare Support Officers are putting together a programme of events and opportunities to offer foundational knowledge of essential digital skills.

Upcoming events

Digital welfare support events at Camberley library

Communicating Online

  • Next date to be confirmed.

This session will cover the basics of email, social media and video calling. This is a repeat of previous sessions.

Spaces are limited, so please contact Camberley Library to book to avoid disappointment. Email: camberley.library@surreycc.gov.uk or phone: 03456 009 009 (option 6). If the event is full, you will be added to a waiting list.

Digital skills workshops at The Workshop, Camberley

In collaboration with The Workshop, Camberley, monthly Digital Skills workshops for 18 to 24 year olds getting into work.

Would you like support improving your digital skills? Whatever your level we can help you gain digital confidence. Attend a one-off or ongoing workshops, whatever suits you.

Book a thirty minute one-on-one session.

Thursday between 2pm until 4pm on the following dates:

  • 14 December

Register: theworkshop@surreyheath.gov.uk

Location: The Workshop, Princess of Wales Walk, Camberley GU15 3SJ

Wednesday Cafe, St Martin's Church Camberley

Digital Welfare Support Officers, Sam and Elliott, will be attending the regular Wednesday Cafe at St Martin's Church Camberley to help the community with any computer or online basics queries. Upcoming sessions:

Wednesdays from 10am to 11.30am on the following dates:

  • 6 December
  • 20 December

Address: 231 Upper, College Ride, Camberley GU15 4HE

Digital support sessions at Ballard Court, Camberley

In collaboration with Accent Housing, Sam and Elliott will be at Ballard Court to help residents with their digital queries, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, on the following date:

  • 6 December
  • 20 December

No need to book, just come along. If demand is high, you may need to wait until you can be seen. Your patience is appreciated.

Address: Ballard Court, Ballard Road, Camberley, GU15 4AB

Epsom library digital skills session

The next Digital Skills session will take place on:

The following dates from 10am:

  • Next date to be confirmed.

Booking required. Please book a 20 minute by emailing epsom.library@surreycc.gov.uk or calling the library on 03456 009 009 (option 6). Alternatively, you can ask at the library helpdesk.

Ewell library digital skills sessions

On the following dates from 10am:

  • Wednesday 13 December

Please book a 20 minute appointment by emailing ewell.library@surreycc.gov.uk or calling the library on 03456 009 009 (option 6). Alternatively, you can ask at the library helpdesk at either Ewell or Epsom Library.

Mole Valley Skills Hub

Join the Surrey Libraries Digital Welfare team for "Computer Club for Beginners", Monday afternoons from 3pm to 4pm on the following dates:

  • 18 December
  • 15 January 2024

Spaces limited, please book by popping in, calling the Hub on 01372 379879, or emailing mvhub@surreyllp.org.uk

Address: Swan Centre, Leatherhead KT22 8AH

Pop-up Café, Hale Community Centre, Farnham

Digital Welfare Support Officer, Sam will be attending the Wednesday Pop-up café at the Hale Community Centre to help the community with any computer or internet queries.

  • Wednesday from 11.30am until 1.30pm on:
    • 13 December

Address: Hale Community Centre, 130 Upper Hale Road, Farnham GU9 0JH

Tuesday Café, St Peter's Shared Church, Guildford

Digital Welfare Support Officer Sam will be attending the Tuesday café at St Peter's shared church to help the community with any computer or internet queries.

  • Next date to be confirmed

Address: St Peter's Shared Church, 37 Hazel Avenue, Guildford GU1 1NP

Digital skills at the Lighthouse, Woking

Digital Welfare Support Officer Sam will be attending the lighthouse on a Thursday morning to help the community with any computer or internet queries.

  • 14 December

Address: ​The Lighthouse, 8 to 10 High Street, Woking, Surrey GU21 6BG

St Andrew's Church, Woking

Digital Welfare Support Officer Sam will be attending St Andrew's Church in Goldsworth Park, Woking on a Tuesday morning to help the community with any computer or internet queries.

  • Next date to be confirmed.

Address: Goldsworth Park Centre, Denton Way, Woking GU21 3LG

Sheerwater Ladies' Positive Support Group

Tuesdays, two sessions:

  • 12 noon to 1pm and
  • 1pm to 2pm

On the following dates:

  • 12 December
  • 19 December

Address: ​Mascot Hub, 43 Dartmouth Avenue, Sheerwater, Woking, Surrey GU21 5PE

If you would like to join the group, come to Parkview Centre for the community on Tuesday or Thursday at 1.30pm where they meet and start a walk by the canal:

Address: Parkview Centre for the Community, Off Blackmore Crescent, Sheerwater, Woking, Surrey. GU21 5NZ.

Shah Jahan Mosque Men's Group

Tuesdays, from 10am to 11am, on the following dates:

  • 12 December
  • 19 December

Address: ​149 Oriental Road, Woking GU22 7BA

If you would like to join the group, please speak to Hamid at the mosque.

Pebble rhymetime

Rhymetimes are now running in most libraries. Spaces may be limited and booking may be necessary, please check individual library event pages for details.

Storytime

Storytimes are currently back up and running in most libraries. Spaces may be limited and booking may be necessary, please check individual library event pages for details.

Digital events and activities

We have a range of events and activities available on our YouTube Channel, from cooking ideas to STEM club, and Lego club and crafts, there's something for everyone. Please see: Surrey libraries YouTube channel.

Tom's Rapid reviews

Tom will be reading out a number of book reviews written by staff or himself to help you find your next read!

Alternate Mondays on Facebook from 3pm.

Learn coding with Kano

Open the door to coding with Surrey Libraries and iamtheCODE! Start your coding adventure now.

All you need is your library card number, and you can reserve Kano free of charge to collect from your local library!

Reserve Kano and let the fun begin

All our Kanos have been kindly donated by iamtheCODE.

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