Kingston Library Service

14/10/2026

02/10/2026

Maybe we're not yet fully feeling the autumn chill set in, but if you'd like to get in the mood for turning leaves, hot chocolate and cosiness, head to Hook & Chessington Library this afternoon!
Come along for a lovely autumn storytime filled with cosy tales, a bubble machine and sparkly stickers for good listeners!

We’d love to see you there!

01/10/2026

🖤💛💚 Celebrate Black History Month at Kingston Library! ❤️

This October, we’re celebrating Black history, culture, creativity and achievement with a range of displays and events for our community.

📚 Explore our Black History Month display featuring a selection of books celebrating Black stories, history and culture. We’ve also created a special children’s display for younger readers to discover and enjoy.

🩰 Black British Ballet Presentation
📅 Friday 9th October
⏰ 2pm–3:30pm
Join Dr Sandie Bourne to explore the untold stories of Black British ballet dancers, followed by a Q&A.

💃🏾 Dance Workshop
📅 Thursday 29th October
⏰ 11am
A fun and creative dance workshop for ages 7+, celebrating movement, culture and expression.

Come along to Kingston Library, explore our displays, discover new books and join us in celebrating Black History Month together. 📖✨
📅 Check out the full programme and book your spots here:

👉 https://kingston.events.mylibrary.digital/series

Kingston Council - Kingston Stronger Together

01/10/2026

📚✨ Celebrating National Poetry Day at Kingston Library! ✨📚

We’ve created this amazing poetry display at Kingston Library to celebrate National Poetry Day! 📝💛

We’re also delighted that members of the Kingston Library Poetry Hub – Surrey Poet Laureateship have contributed their own writing and shared some of their beautiful poems with us. 🌟

Come and discover some wonderful poetry, explore our collection of poetry books and enjoy the fantastic work on display.

📍 Visit Kingston Library and take a look! 💙


Council

26/09/2026

Celebrate Black History Month at Hook & Chessington Library!

25/09/2026

🌍✨ Celebrate Black History Month with Kingston Libraries! ✨🌍

Join us this October for an inspiring lineup of events and activities as we celebrate Black history, culture, and heritage across the borough! From captivating storytelling to energetic dance workshops, there is something for all ages to enjoy, learn from, and celebrate.

Here is a sneak peek at just a few of the fantastic events we have planned this month:

📚 Onisere Storytelling with Marsha Lowe (Oct 1 @ Hook & Chessington Library) – Perfect for ages 3-8!
🩰 Black British Ballet Presentation with Dr. Sandie Bourne (Oct 9 @ Kingston Library) – Ages 11+
🎨 Paper Quilt Workshop for Kids (Oct 10 @ Tolworth Community Library) – Get creative!
🌍 Interactive Dance Workshop with Theo Alade (Oct 29 @ Kingston Library) – Ages 7+

Whether you want to get hands-on with arts and crafts, learn something new about British history, or simply celebrate together, we can't wait to welcome you.

📅 Check out the full programme and book your spots here:
👉 https://kingston.events.mylibrary.digital/series?sn=black+history+month

Kingston Council - Kingston Stronger Together

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24/09/2026

🌱 Join Us for the Launch of the Kingston Library Community Gardening Group! 🌿

We’re excited to launch our new Community Gardening Group at Kingston Library and would love for local residents, gardening enthusiasts and anyone interested in getting involved to join us!

🌿 Saturday 10 October
⏰ 10am–12 noon
📍 Kingston Library

As part of Kingston WildWays, we’re hoping to create an attractive, wildlife-friendly and climate-resilient garden at the library.

Come along to:
🌱 Find out more about the project
💡 Share your ideas and gardening experience
🐝 Help us create a space that supports local wildlife
🤝 Meet others who would like to get involved and volunteer

Whether you’re an experienced gardener or simply enjoy being outdoors and would like to learn, everyone is welcome.

Come along, share your ideas and help us turn our garden into something special for the local community! 🌻

24/09/2026

🌈 Rhymetime at Kingston Library! 🎶📚

Join us every Friday from 10:30am–11am for a fun and lively Rhymetime session for children under 5, with songs, rhymes and plenty of opportunities to join in! 🎵

Afterwards, stay for Stay & Play – a relaxed and friendly space where little ones can play while parents and carers chat, connect and meet other families. 💛

👶 Perfect for babies, toddlers and their grown-ups

📅 Every Friday – term time only
⏰ Rhymetime: 10:30am–11am
🎈 Stay & Play: afterwards

🎟️ Booking is highly recommended – please book a ticket for each adult and child over 1 year. Babies under 1 do not need a ticket.

🚶 Walk-ins are welcome, but spaces are limited and Rhymetime is first-come, first-served, so we recommend arriving early.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents and guardians must accompany children at all times.

Come along, sing, rhyme, play and meet other local families! 💕

24/09/2026

🌕 Celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival at Kingston Library! 🏮

Join award-winning writer Zoey Zou for a special afternoon celebrating the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival!

📖 Enjoy a fun dual-language storytime
🖌️ Discover the beauty of Chinese characters
✍️ Have a go at beginner Chinese calligraphy
🎨 Create your own festival-inspired bookmark to take home

Come along and discover the traditions and meaning behind this beautiful celebration of family, togetherness and the autumn harvest.

📅 Friday 25 September
⏰ 3:30pm–4:15pm
📍 Kingston Library
👧 Suitable for children aged 4+

✨ Spaces are limited – Come & celebrate with us!

11/09/2026

Don't forget to collect your Reading Challenge rewards! The challenge ends end-of-day Saturday 12th, so don't be disappointed and come collect your reading rewards while you still can!!
If your child has been reading this summer and they haven't signed up to the challenge, they still can!