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Do More at the Library
So much more to do at your local library than just read
books!
Bookstart book pack and Bear clubs
Bookstart is a nationwide programme that gives
away free book packs to children under 4 years old with
the aim of promoting a lifelong love of books.
Bearclubs are fun and engaging clubs for children under five and
their families to explore stories, books and rhymes together.
Check out the Bookstart book pack and
Bear Clubs
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Bookeroonies
Come and help choose books for your library and take part in a
free craft activity. For further information and to book your
place, phone the appropriate library.
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Find a
Bookeroonie event here
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Chatterbooks
Fun reading group for children age 6 to 12 years old. If you
like reading, want to talk about books and make new friends,
check out your local chatterbooks club
and join us in the fun.
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Chess Club
All levels of players welcome. for children aged between 5 and
14 years old.
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Find a chess club here
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Holiday activities
Please book your place in advance as tickets are limited.
Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult for all events
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Find a fun activity to do during the
school holidays
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Family Learning
Bring your family to the libraries this spring for some fun
learning together. Maximum of two children per adult. Please book
your ticket in advance as places are limited and note that
attendance is required for all 5 weeks.
This event is being organised by the Redbridge Institute of
Adult Education in partnership with libraries.
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More about
family learning here
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Homework Help Clubs
Come to the library to do your homework and our staff
will explain to you how to find and borrow the books that you
need; so do not be afraid to ask!
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Find out more about
homework clubs here
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Story Time for under 5's
Set in cheerful, bright and safe surroundings, toddlers and
pre-schoolers are in for a treat with weekly story time
and rhyme time sessions.
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Find your nearest story time for under
5's here
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Summer Reading Challenge
This is the biggest reading initiative in the country for
children aged 4-11. It runs throughout the summer holiday with
incentives, activities and events designed to create a real buzz
around children's reading.
Find more information about the 2012
Summer Reading Challenge.
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