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Special events
Dear Mr Snippet
Friday 18 July, from 2pm to 4pm.
We welcome author Roseanna Rolph to share her new book, "Dear Mr Snippet". Roseanna brings to life her grandparents love and the effects of war on the family. This moving memoir offers an insight into World War Two (WWII).
Books will be available to buy. Tea and coffee available.
Please book: email merstham.library@surreycc.gov.uk.
Doorstep Duets 2025
Thursday 24 July at 10am.
We are very excited to confirm that Doorstep Duets, presented by Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures, will be returning for a fourth year to Surrey Libraries and communities in July, bringing the joy and wonder of dance.
This year’s performance, My Feet Don’t Quite Touch the Floor, has been created by choreographer Shelby Williams.
Have you ever let your mind wander? Lost in a daydream, what did you wonder? This imaginative story is inspired by the experiences of two legendary dancers at the beginning of their own dance journeys. It was their ability to seek their own paths and let their minds wander that inspired their extraordinary careers.
When we embrace wonder, we unleash possibility and creativity. What colour is your imagination?
If you have never seen a dance show before, this could be the perfect opportunity. The performance is free, just 20 minutes long and you don’t need to book, just turn up.
We look forward to seeing you at the performance!
For performances at other libraries and venues please see Performance dates, times and venues.
See the Doorstep Duets website for more information and other tour dates.
Book Club
Last Wednesday of each month from 11am to 12 noon. Starting Wednesday 30 July.
The first book will be available to take home on the 30 July. Tea and coffee available.
David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation craft
Saturday 2 August from 11am to 12 noon.
Suitable for ages 4+.
Free event. No booking required.
Marie Curie workshop
Tuesday 5 August, from 2pm to 3pm.
Free event but booking requited.
Please book in Merstham Library or by emailing merstham.library@surreycc.gov.uk
Summer Reading Challenge
Saturday 5 July to Saturday 13 September.
If you want to ensure your child continues their reading journey over the summer holidays then look no further than the Summer Reading Challenge.
The theme this year is ‘Story Garden: Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors’. This exciting new theme will inspire children to tap into a world of imagination through reading, exploring the magical connection between storytelling and nature.
Join the Summer Reading Challenge
Enchanted story writing adventure
Explore Learning tutors will coach children to develop their story-writing skills through a series of challenges and puzzles. By the end of the hour they will have created a magical story for a young book bee who needed their own unique story.
Dates for workshops:
- Wednesday 6 August, from 12 noon to 1pm
- Wednesday 20 August, from 11am to 12 noon.
Suitable for ages 5+. Free event but booking necessary.
Select a date and book online or if unable to book online please book in Merstham Library.
Wednesday 6 August: Book online for Enchanted story writing adventure
Wednesday 20 August: Book online for Enchanted story writing adventure
Garden quiz
Tuesday 12 August, from 2pm to 3pm.
Cost: £1 per child. Suitable for ages Age 5+.
Booking necessary. Please book in the library or by emailing merstham.library@surreycc.gov.uk
Lego club
Mondays from 10.30 to 11.30am on the following dates:
- 28 July
- 4 August
- 11 August
- 18 August
Suitable for ages 4+.
Cost: £1per child. No booking required.
Craft club
Fridays from 2.30pm to 3.30pm on the following dates:
- 1 August
- 8 August
- 15 August
- 22 August
- 29 August
Suitable for ages 4+.
Cost: £1per child. No booking required.
Pebble rhymetime and storytime
Pebble rhymetime
Every Friday from 10.30am until 11am.
Find out more about Pebble rhymetimes in Surrey libraries.
Storytime
There are currently no regular storytime sessions at this library.
Find out more about storytime in Surrey libraries.
Reading groups
Junior book club
Free monthly event, Saturdays from 11am to 12 noon. Ask in the library for upcoming dates.
Let's read for fun! Share different authors and genres. Take part in fun book games and crafts.
Merstham library reading group
Last Tuesday of every month from 4pm until 5pm in Merstham library
This group is currently at capacity.
We are looking at starting a second group, if you are interested in running or attending another group please get in touch by emailing merstham.library@surreycc.gov.uk.
Find out more about reading groups in Surrey libraries.
Book Club
Starting Wednesday 30 July, from 11am to 12 noon then will meet the last Wednesday of the month. The first book will be available to take home on the 30 July. Tea/Coffee available.
Other events
Craft club for adults
Every Thursday, starting on 12 June, from 10.30am to 12 noon.
All skills are welcome. Bring your own projects and enjoy the benefits of crafting with like minded people.
Volunteers needed
We are looking for an Events and Activities Volunteer to help run our Craft Club for Adults. If you are interested, please speak to a member of staff in Merstham Library.
Lego Club
Saturdays from 10.30am to 12 noon.
For ages 5 to 11 years. £1 per child. No booking required.
Redhill Centre for Local and Family History research
Third Saturday of the month from 2pm until 4pm.
While Redhill library is at its temporary location, our volunteers are available at Merstham library to help you use the resources and equipment.
Visit the Redhill Centre for Local and Family History page for more information about the resources.
Toy library
Every Tuesday from 10am to 11am and every Friday from 11am to 12 noon.
Test out toys to see what engages your child! We have a range of toys for you to borrow before making an investment.
Charge for this service: £1 per toy for a 3 week loan. You must be a library member to borrow items.
Special Educational Needs (SEN) stay and play
Every Saturday, from 2pm to 3pm,
Join us for a Stay and Play session for families with Special Educational Needs (SEN) children and their siblings. Along with books we have games and toys to play with or borrow. Saturday afternoon is our quiet time - low noise, low light, low footfall.
Suitable for ages 0 to 11.
Event free and no booking necessary, just drop in.
Hublets stay and play
Every Tuesday from 10am until 11.45am.
Meet other families and enjoy a fun time with your under 5s playing with our toys.
This is a free event and all are welcome.
Digital Support Volunteer
Every Wednesday, from 10am to 12 noon.
Do you want help using a computer, the internet, your iPad, tablet or iPhone, or other IT related problems?
Book your space at the help desk or email merstham.library@surreycc.gov.uk
Please see our Digital Support Volunteer page for more information and to find out which libraries currently offer a Digital Support Volunteer service.