HOP Children Bookstore

02/08/2026

Celebrate ESEA ( East & South East Asia) Heritage Month in September with us at Canvas & Cream Gallery for the opening of the Peking Opera LianPu Exhibition led by artist Carry Hornby

Discover the artistry, symbolism, and stories behind the striking painted masks of traditional Chinese theatre and Peking Opera at the heart of Forest Hill Cancas and Cream Art Gallery

Accompanied talks & workshops will be provided by , activities including masks making, fan decorations, paper cutting and calligraphy art. Sign up newsletters for updates.

Exhibition opens: 4 September
Private View: 17 September, 6:00–8:00 pm
Canvas & Cream Gallery
18 London Road, Forest Hill
London SE23 3HF

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Transportation: Forest Hill station via overground, bus route 185, 176, P4, 365

Nearest Parking: Sainsbury’s car park

18/06/2026

Monthly Story session at Forest Hill Library. Check with our librarian Calico Projects for our next date.

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

Ms Carry brings the practice of mindful water calligraphy on Sunday of 14th of June from 3:15pm to 5:30pm. This is part of Blooms and Blossoms exhibition at Bell House - 27 College Rd, London SE21 7BG on weekend of 13th,13th and 14th June.

This calming, hands-on workshop introduces participants to the art of water calligraphy as a mindful creative practice. Suitable for all levels, the session offers a gentle space to slow down, focus and explore mark-making in a new way.

The workshop begins with a short introduction to calligraphy as both an art form and a tool for presence. Participants are introduced tothe “Four Treasures” of traditional calligraphy and shown how water calligraphy works through a live demonstration.

The majority of the session is dedicated to guided practice, allowing participants to experiment with brush, movement and flow leading to floral painting using water on reusable surface. The workshop closes with simple winding-down stretches to help integrate the experience.

A focused yet accessible 60-minute session designed to encourage concentration, creativity and calm.

28/06/2025

‘Barry the Fidh with Fingers’ is an amazing story. This recording is a 2023 edition. 📚🐟🐠🐡

Book Title: Barry the Fish with FingersHOP Children Bookstore information: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/2666/9781847385161About the book:Have you EVER seen a fi...

31/05/2025

‘Puffin Peter’ with Ms Carry at Forest Hill Library Story Time. If you missed it, you can now listen the story via HOP children book club YouTube channel at bio section .

What happens when Peters best friend Paul goes missing ? Who will help Peter to find Pail ? Would Peter ever see Paul again ?

09/03/2025

Crystal Palace Paxton Centre Calligraphy Art Retreat Class 7th of June booking is open now. To book, email [email protected]