Carlton Library

Library led events & groups

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Crafty Chat

Every Tuesday

2pm to 3:30pm

Enjoy your crafts in company or learn new skills! Starting Tuesday 27 June 2023


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Lego Club

Every Saturday

9.30am - 12.30pm

Free drop in session.

Make new friends and enjoy building your own designs – what will you create?
We provide the Lego, just bring your imagination!

For ages 4+, adult supervision required. 
Not suitable for under 4 due to small parts.

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One-off event: Children's activities linked to Summer Reading Challenge

Monday 4 August

2pm - 3pm

Hot Air Balloons & Paper Plate Snails

Make 3D hot air balloons to brighten up the summer sky and design your own colourful paper snail! 

This event is part of the Summer Reading Challenge, and is suitable for children under 12. It is free of charge and no booking required.

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One-off event: Children's activities linked to Summer Reading Challenge

Thursday 14 August

11am - 12pm

Seed Planting!

Learn how to make an origami plant pot and plant your own lettuce seeds to grow into tasty salads!

This event is part of the Summer Reading Challenge, and is suitable for children under 12. It is free of charge and no booking required.

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One-off event: Children's activities linked to Summer Reading Challenge

Thursday 21 August

11am - 12pm

Secret Garden Collage

Design your own secret garden using mixed craft materials!

This event is part of the Summer Reading Challenge, and is suitable for children under 12. It is free of charge and no booking required.

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Places of Welcome

Every Thursday

2:30-3:30pm

Drop in for a complimentary cuppa and a chat with friendly faces. Meet new people, find things out, share your skills or just have a drink and relax. Everyone welcome!
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Rattle, Rhyme and Roll

Every Tuesday

10-10:30 AM

Our Rattle, Rhyme and Roll sessions are relaxed, friendly rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers. 

They are a chance for you to have fun, share rhymes and songs with your child, and meet other parents.

Sessions last about 30 minutes and are free.

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