Events and activities at Staines Library

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Special events

There are currently no special events at this library.

Escalate Arts

Escalate Arts Spelthorne is an Arts Council England funded initiative, designed to transform how people work, design, enjoy and participate in the arts in Spelthorne. The project has been developed in partnership between Surrey County Council, Spelthorne Borough Council, Artswork and Ashford Youth Club. For more information about the initiative please see the Escalate Arts webpage.

News and events

Will Page live at Staines Library Hub

Friday 25 September, from 6pm to 8pm

Join us for an evening of live acoustic folk music with Will Page, a Sussex-based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist (notably a fiddle player) whose work blends heartfelt storytelling, acoustic roots, and foot-stomping rhythms.

Well known as the fiddle-playing frontman of Folk/Rock/Americana band 'Noble Jacks' with international touring and festival success, Will is now presenting this duo show under his now established solo artist name, showcasing more traditional folk sensibilities, combining voice, guitar, fiddle, harmonica, and percussion.

Booking is essential. Tickets are donation-based, with a suggested minimum donation of £5 per person.

Book your ticket for Will Page live at Staines Library Hub

If unable to book online, please book in Staines Library.

Find out more about Will Page.

This performance is made possible by Applause Rural Touring, bringing high-quality live arts experiences to local communities.

For the latest news and details about upcoming events including those taking place at the Staines Library Hub, please see the Escalates Arts News and Events page.

Create Club

Every Wednesday from 4pm to 5.30pm.

The club provides a flexible space where young people can work independently, work on their GCSE art coursework, create with friends, or take part in guided activities. All sessions are fully equipped with materials, so participants can simply drop in without needing experience or supplies.

With no right or wrong way to join in, Create Club aims to make art welcoming, low pressure and fun for everyone. Come along and make the space your own!

For ages 11 to 18 years old. No booking required.

Pebble rhymetime and storytime

Pebble rhymetime

  • Every Monday from 10.30am to 11am.
  • Every Wednesday from 10.30am to 11am.
  • Every Friday from 10.30am to 11am.
  • Every Saturday from 10.30am to 11am.

There is no booking in advance, please just turn up.

Find out more about Pebble rhymetimes in Surrey libraries.

Storytime

Every Friday at 10am with Harold the Storytime bear.

There is no booking in advance, please just turn up.

Find out more about storytime in Surrey libraries.

Reading groups

There are currently no reading groups running at Staines library.

Find out more about reading groups in Surrey libraries.

Other events

Citizen's Advice drop in service

Every other Thursday from 10am to 12noon. Next session: Please ask in the library.

Find out more on the Citizens Advice Runnymede and Spelthorne Outreach web page.

Poetry hub

Every Monday from 11am to 1pm.

The Poetry Hub is our weekly gathering, designed to be a haven for adults seeking connection and creativity through the power of poetry.

Our sessions offer a warm and welcoming environment where participants can engage in various activities centred around verse. From writing challenges to a cosy book club atmosphere, each session is a chance to explore the beauty of language and share stories in a supportive community. With limited time but endless possibilities, join us at your local Poetry Hub for enriching conversations, inspiring challenges, and the joy of discovering the poet within.

Quiet hours

Every Tuesday from 10am until 12 midday.

These hours are intended to be quiet and calm for those with sensory sensibilities, Autism, Dementia and more. Join us for a quiet sensory experience that is easy on the senses.

During this 2 hour period staff will do their best to enforce a quieter atmosphere. These hours are intended to be quiet and calm for anyone that may find the library overwhelming.

Watercolour workshop

Every Wednesday, from 10am to 12 noon. All welcome.

Knit and Natter crafting group

Alternate Wednesdays from 1pm until 3pm.

New members of all levels are welcome. Please enquire at the library or pop along to our session.

Men's Pitstop: mental health and peer group support

Every Friday from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. Find out more about Men's Pitstop.

Talking Tree, greener future sewing group

Second Saturday of the month from 10am to 1pm.

Drop-in councillor surgeries

  • First Saturday of the month, 10.30am to 12.30pm with:
    • Chris Bateson (Staines South)
    • Jolyon Caplin (Staines South)
    • Laura Barker (Spelthorne borough)
    • Tony Burrell (Staines South)
  • Second Saturday of the month, 10am to 12noon:
    • Joanne Sexton (Spelthorne)
    • Howard Williams (Spelthorne)
  • Last Saturday of the month, 11am to 1pm
    • Sinead Mooney (division Staines).

Museum craft drop In sessions

Monthly Saturdays from 11am to 12.30pm.

Next session: check with the library.

Language groups

French, intermediate to advanced

Monthly, Fridays 11am to 12.30pm. Specific weeks may change depending upon availability.

Next session: Please ask in the library.

Italian, for all levels

Second Saturday of the month from 10 to 12noon.

Next session: 12 September

German, intermediate to advance

Monthly, Mondays 11am to 12.30pm. Specific weeks may change depending upon availability.

Next session: Please ask in the library.

Duplo club

Every Saturday from 3pm to 4.15pm.

No booking required. Free session, all welcome.

Digital Support Volunteer

Every Thursday 2pm to 4pm.

Do you want help using a computer, the internet, your iPad, tablet or iPhone, or other IT related problems?

Drop in or make an appointment to see our Digital Buddy.

Appointments are recommended if you have something specific you need help with. Appointments are 30 minutes each and can be booked in the library or by email: staines.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.


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