Activities at balham library

Balham Library offers a variety of events, sessions and classes, giving you the perfect opportunity to meet people or learn something new. There are sessions for both adults and children.  Visit the timetable tab of your local library for session times available in your area.

Please note: We are not currently running any activities but we hope to bring them back as soon as possible. 

Available at Balham Library:

Reading Groups

Our monthly reading groups are a great way to share your thoughts on the book of the month. Evening Reading Group: 1st Wednesday of the month 7-8pm. Afternoon (Golden Years) group: 1st Thursday of the month 2-3pm

The Reading Rainbow
An LGBT+ reading group. Takes place on the last Wednesday of every month, 6.00 - 7.00pm. Contact Robert.Hayes@GLL.org for more information.

Baby Rhyme Time

Help your little ones learn, with songs and rhymes for children aged 0-2. Wednesday and Thursday 9.30-10am

Story Time

Inspire their imaginations early, with stories for children aged 2-5. Monday and Thursday 11-11.30am

Ballet Babes

Tiny tots take their first steps in ballet through music and movement. This fun class is a great introduction to dance and for ages 18 months – 3 years.
Monday: 9.30am-10am

Homework Help

A problem shared is a problem halved - especially when it comes to homework. That's why this club's here to help! Monday and Thursday 4-6pm.

English Conversation Group

These informal English Conversation groups are for any adults who want to improve their spoken English in a friendly and supportive environment. Monday 7-8pm and Thursday 6-8pm

Creative Writing Group

Practice your creative writing in a group setting. Last Wednesday of each month: 7-8pm.

Building Better Stories: A Lego Adventure in Your Library
Saturday 2-3pm

CV Workshops
Friendly guidance with creating or editing your CV, with one-to-one help on our PCs. Sign up with your library card for an individual 30 minute session. Book in person, or ring the library. Limited places. Runs Thursday, 11am-12pm every fortnight. 

To view the full range of classes and sessions Better offer across all libraries, click on the tabs below.