What's on in Wandsworth Libraries

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10.30am-12pm Battersea Park Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2pm-4pm Battersea Park Library
Power to Connect Digital Drop-ins 
These free sessions give you the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champion volunteers. Visit us with your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking Required! Please note you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers and spaces are limited

11am-1pm York Gardens Library BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Black entrepreneurship across Africa and the Diaspora​
Loretta Awuah's workshop will look at early examples of commerce and raising finance in Africa and the diaspora, as well as showcasing famous black entrepreneurs in Africa, the Caribbean, North and South America and the UK, before examining the current state of affairs concerning black business owners in the UK and available support.
Loretta is the Strategic Business Support Manager at Better overseeing our Start Up services. Book a free ticket at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/black-entrepreneurship-and-food-across-africa-and-the-diaspora-tickets-1652216065729
1.30-3pm Putney Library
Digital Inclusion Programme
Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet.
2pm-4pm Southfields Library
Power to Connect Digital Drop-ins 
These free sessions give you the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champion volunteers. Visit us with your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking Required! Please note you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers and spaces are limited 

 

11am-1pm Putney Library
Start Up Wandsworth Crafting the Perfect Website for Your Small Business
In this interactive workshop, web design expert Sybil Mayard will guide you through best practices, user experience (UX) principles, and proven methods for selling products online. Whether you’re building from scratch or looking to improve an existing site, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to make your website work harder for your business.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/start-up-wandsworth-59207440083  to see all Start Up Wandsworth events and book.
4pm Tooting Library 

Black History Month Stories & Crafts 

Enjoy a themed story and crafting session focusing on Black History.

 5-7pm Northcote Library
Book Group
The general fiction reading group meets this evening. Please ask at the library for more information.
6-7pm Putney Library BLACK HISTORY MONTH
London’s Black Sojourners: Legendary Lodgers Living Next Door 

Avril Horsford has enjoyed a long career in senior positions of university education; primarily at the University of the Arts London (UAL) as a Principal Lecturer and Departmental Head, in subjects which included Art and Design, Equality and Diversity and the training of university lecturers. Avril continues her interest in education by contributing to the V&A's educational programmes; including the delivery of the popular African Heritage and history tours, whilst also leading African Heritage tours at the Tate and the British Museum.
Book a free ticket at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/londons-black-sojourners-tickets-1670747604059  

11-11:30am Southfields Library  

Black History Story Time  

Join us for a special Black History Month themed Storytime session (age 3-5)

11am-12pm Southfields Library  

Southfields Safer Neighbourhood Team  

Meet with Metropolitan officers to discuss local issues and crime prevention

6.30-10pm York Gardens Library
Women In Business Network: Standing Firm in Power and Pride
Ms Victoria Asante is an entrepreneur and the Founder & CEO of Women In Business Support Network (WIBSN). WIBSN is an initiative dedicated to empowering and supporting women entrepreneurs through collaborative resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
Book a free ticket at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/standing-firm-in-power-and-pride-tickets-1670655889739   

2-4pm Putney Library
Saturday Crafternoons  

Cats, Bats, and Hats. A family Craft Sessions in the library atrium.

2pm Tooting Library 

Diwali Craft Session. 

Join us in making Diwali inspired crafts.
2.30pm Tooting Library
Diwali celebration  

Celebrate Diwali with the classical Indian dance troupe Natyalaya led by Ragini Ragagopal. Enjoy some beautiful classical Indian dance.

 

10am-7pm Northcote Library
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Get into the spooky season with a Halloween scavenger hunt during half term in the Children’s Library.
10.15am Balham Library
Half Term Lego Club
For children aged 0-3 years.
10.30-11.30am Roehampton Library BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Tales from the Table: Storytelling Through the Flavours of Home 

This is a warm and interactive storytelling session aimed at families and children aged 4-10years. Kamapala will share a story that celebrates African and Caribbean food traditions, focusing on themes of home, love, and culture. Children will be invited to explore ingredients (via props or pictures), talk about their favourite family meals, and create their own drawings or recipe cards to take home.
4pm Tooting Library 

Children's Book Group is back! 

Every 4th Monday  for children aged 7+ Come & get together with other book lovers to discover new stories in this book based activity session. 

11-12.30pm Southfields Library  

Broken Umbrella Workshop  

A free eco workshop for kids (ages 6-10) to celebrate Green Libraries Week. Explore broken objects and recycled materials and get creative with a hands-on upcycling activity. Free but Booking Essential, through Eventbrite or speak to staff in the Children’s library

5:45-6:45pm Southfields Library  

Zillennial Book Club  

We’ll be diving into Weyward by Emilia Hart. Open to readers aged 18 to 40.
6-7pm Battersea Park Library
Mural Unveiling
Come and see the new Battersea Park mural

10am Balham Library
Board of the Holidays?
Come and play board games, for children aged 5+
10.30am-12pm Putney Library
Art-umn 

A half term art activity. Join us in the children's Library for a morning of autumn themed crafts and colouring!
10.30am-12pm Southfields Library
Digital Inclusion Programme   

Free, drop-in help, offered by AgeUK Wandsworth for older computer users struggling with their smartphone, laptop, or tablet. 

11am-12pm Wandsworth Town Library BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Hair Art Workshop
A workshop encouraging children aged 5+ to show a reflection of their hair through artistic expression
3pm Balham Library
Pirate Penguin Book Launch
Join us for a swashbuckling adventure to celebrate the launch of Pirate Penguin! 10-year-old author Hunter will be reading his debut picture book Pirate Penguin and answering questions about his writing experience. Also, enjoy a sing-a-long and crafts with local children’s author, Kirstin McNeil, with special guest Claire Linney, author of the Time Tub Travellers series. An afternoon full of author insights, fun activities and great stories! Free to attend but booking is recommended https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pirate-penguin-book-launch-tickets-1761072066959.

3-4pm York Gardens Library BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Learn to braid workshop
The workshop is a comprehensive approach to teaching braiding for children aged 5-15 years, focusing not only on the technical skills but also on building confidence and fostering community interaction.
3:30-4:30pm Southfields Library  

Halloween Craft  

Join us for a special Halloween themed arts and crafts session (children ages 3+) 

 

9.30am Balham Library
Halloween Rhyme Time
A special spooky baby rhyme time. Come in a costume. Ages 0-3 years.
10am-7pm Northcote Library
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Get into the spooky season with a Halloween scavenger hunt during half term in the Children’s Library.
10.15am Balham Library
Halloween Craft Activity
Make a ghost or bat to take home, ages 3+
11am-1pm Putney Library
Start Up Wandsworth From Search to Sales: How to Be Found on Google and in AI Search 

In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to make your business discoverable in both Google search results and AI-generated recommendations. Using practical exercises and AI tools, you’ll improve your visibility, create content, and build strategies that attract the right customers. By the end of the session, you will leave with a clear, actionable plan, ready-to-use content ideas, and confidence to turn online visibility into real sales.
Visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/start-up-wandsworth-59207440083  to see all Start Up Wandsworth events and book.
11am-1pm York Gardens Library BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Cooking Workshop
Our Junior Culinary Explorers is a cooking course for Young People (Ages 5-14) is an exciting, hands-on programme designed to inspire healthy eating habits, build life skills, and ignite a passion for cooking in a fun, inclusive environment.
2-3pm York Gardens Library BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Storytime with author Dominic Yoboué
An interactive workshop celebrating stories that empower young readers aged 3-10. Participants will explore themes of identity, self-love, and creativity through activities inspired by my debut book, Kara.
4pm Balham Library
Green Library Story Time
A special story time to mark Green Libraries Week.

An immersive storytelling performance exploring the meaning of home across shifting landscapes. The Motherland Collective is a growing community of creatives committed to amplifying diverse voices through poetry, music, and storytelling. Our work is rooted in collaboration, cultural connection, and social impact.
Book a free ticket at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/geography-of-home-tickets-1668957108639?aff=oddtdtcreator&msockid=168318a8845260732d970eb685b26114

All day Tooting Library
Halloween / Day of the Dead party! 

Dress up in your scariest costume & come and join in the fun! 

10am - Spooky Stories for the under 5s. 

2pm - Spooky Stories & crafts] 

3pm - Face painting & games 

4pm - Spooky disco! 

Whhaaaa hhaaaaa haaa! 

10am-5pm Northcote Library
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Get into the spooky season with a Halloween scavenger hunt during half term in the Children’s Library.
10.30am Balham Library
Spooky Story Time
Ghoulish stories for children.
11am Balham Library
Halloween Craft
For children aged 4+, make paper chain skellingtons!
2:30-3:30pm Southfields Library  

Special Halloween Music Event by Funky Monkey  

Come to dance and sing with us... for a spooky afternoon of fun! (Age 0-4 years) 

10.30-11am Earlsfield Library
Daddies Rhyme Time
Songs and rhymes for children.
12-1pm Northcote Library 

Get into the spooky season with a Halloween scavenger hunt during half term in the Children’s Library.
 2pm Balham Library
Green Library Craft
A ecology themed craft for Green Libraries Week.

10.30am Putney Library
Start Up Wandsworth Coffee Morning
Join us for a relaxed coffee morning—a great opportunity to network, share ideas, and support each other in growing our businesses.

Visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/start-up-wandsworth-59207440083  to see all Start Up Wandsworth events and book.

2pm-4pm Battersea Park Library
Power to Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions give you the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champion volunteers. Visit us with your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking Required! Please note you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers and spaces are limited

 

2pm-4pm Battersea Park Library
Power to Connect Digital Drop-ins
These free sessions give you the opportunity to connect with others on all things digital, share tips and get expert advice from our Digital Champion volunteers. Visit us with your device or use one of the devices available. No Booking Required! Please note you may need to wait to chat with one of our volunteers and spaces are limited

 

10.30-11am Earlsfield Library
Daddies Rhyme Time
Songs and rhymes for children.

6pm Balham Library
Furzedown LitFest presents: Alan Hollinghurst at Balham Library

Alan Hollinghurst the author of Booker Prize-winning The Line of Beauty discusses his new novel,l, Our Evening will talk with Dr Demaired Heaister. 
Alan Hollinghurst is an English novelist, celebrated for his explorations of gay life and desire. He won the 2004 Booker Prize for The Line of Beauty. His debut novel, The Swimming-Pool Library (1988), was groundbreaking in its frank portrayal of gay relationships. Hollinghurst is regarded as one of Britain’s most important contemporary novelists.  

Dr. Diarmuid Hester is a writer, cultural historian, and activist known for exploring queer lives and spaces. He teaches at the University of Cambridge and is the author of Nothing Ever Just Disappears. Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Book free tickets at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/alan-hollinghurst-tickets-1577122238069 
Please note: Ticket booking ends Oct 29, 2025