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Events and things to do at the library

Baby rhyme time – songs and rhymes for babies and toddlers.

Storytime – interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children.

Events at the archives – see what's going on at Hertfordshire Archives and Local Studies.

 

 

The Magic Violin

Join us for a sparkling collaboration weaving traditional Eastern European tales with music and song. Immerse yourself in a fairytale world where animals talk, wishes come true, and everyone can join in with singing, dancing, and tapping along. Suitable for all ages.

Tickets cost £5

Friday 12 April
11am – St Albans Library
2pm – Hitchin Library

 

 

 

Tiny Mites presents... Peter Pan

Join Tiny Mites Music, a local production company, for a lively performance of Peter Pan. With vibrant puppets, catchy songs and groovy dance moves. Suitable for families with children aged 1-10.

Tickets cost £4

Tuesday 28 May
10.30am – Hatfield Library
2pm – Stevenage Library

 

 

 


 

An evening with Paul Burston:
We can be heroes

Book art for We can be heroes by Paul Burston

Tuesday 23 April, 7pm
Hemel Hempstead Library, £5

 

 

An afternoon with Zoe Jasko:
What the wind saw

What the wind saw book art

Wednesday 24 April, 2.30pm
Letchworth Library, £5

 

 

Poetry from Kandace Siobhan Walker + Open Mic Night

Poet Kandace Siobhan Walker

Thursday 16 May, 7pm
Bishop's Stortford Library, £5

 

 

An evening with Rachel Wolf, Heather Critchlow and Caroline Green

Get ready for an exciting night with three authors as they talk about their latest thrilling books. Rachael Wolf will discuss Five Nights, Heather Critchlow will delve into Unburied, and Caroline Green will present Down Among The Dead.

Tickets cost £7

Wednesday 17 April
7pm - Hertford Library

 

 

 

 

Craft groups

Join us for our weekly sessions where you can knit, crochet, or work on your own project while enjoying a drink and a chat. Everyone is welcome!

 

 

Social groups

Sessions vary from one library to another, but they all offer an opportunity to meet new people. Some may have monthly themes or guest speakers. 

 

 

Reading groups

We have a range of reading groups suitable for various ages and interests, including teenagers, adults, and those with visual impairments. 

 

 

 

 

Board game sessions

Do you like playing board games?

Join one of our sessions for a friendly game or two.

Not sure if it’s for you? You can also drop in just for a chat.

 

Join in with our regular LEGO clubs at libraries across Hertfordshire!

Great for improving problem solving, spatial awareness and creative thinking.

Suitable for children aged 6 to 12 years old 

  

 

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A package of creative workshops 

Join 4 fun and engaging creative sessions at selected libraries. The workshops are geared towards children aged 8 - 12 and cover a range of themes including film, mystery, sports, and food.

 

Cybercrime

Are you cybercrime and fraud aware?

Speak to a crime prevention expert to stay safe and secure online.

Hertfordshire Police and Hertfordshire Libraries are hosting a countywide tour of free day-long drop-in events featuring talks from Hertfordshire Police and Hertfordshire County Council Trading Standards, as well as opportunities to ask questions.

 

Baby Rhyme Time

Baby Rhyme Time is a fun half hour session of songs and rhymes suitable for babies and toddlers. Baby Rhyme Time helps your child to learn language skills and is an opportunity for you to meet other families too.

Sessions are free, but we welcome cash donations in the library. Places are limited. Depending on capacity some libraries are using Eventbrite to manager numbers and others no longer require pre-booking. Please check the details for your library before travelling.

 

Storytime

These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer. Join in with a mix of picture book stories & rhymes. Discover lots of new stories as well as old favourites like The Very Hungry Caterpillar and The Gruffalo. Then choose your own books to borrow and share at home.

Sessions are free (donations welcomed) and you don't have to book in advance.

 

 

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