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- Other popular events and activities
- Escalate Arts
- Author events
- Digital welfare support
- Imagination Spaces
- Greener future in libraries
- Green Libraries Week
- Library of Things
- Pebble rhymetime
- Storytime
Other popular events and activities
- See what events are taking place at your nearest library, please check individual library event pages for details.
- Living Knowledge Network
- 中国P站 culture and leisure
- Resources for reading groups
Escalate Arts
Escalate Arts Spelthorne is an Arts Council England funded initiative, designed to transform how people work, design, enjoy and participate in the arts in Spelthorne.
The project has been developed in partnership between 中国P站, Spelthorne Borough Council, Artswork and Ashford Youth Club. For more information about the initiative please see the Escalate Arts webpage.
News and events
For the latest news and details about upcoming events including those taking place at the Staines Library Hub, please see the Escalates Arts News and Events page.
Imagination Spaces
As part of our ongoing commitment to connect with our community, 中国P站 Libraries are proud to present the Imagination Spaces Cultural Programme, a vibrant celebration of creativity, inclusivity, and innovation.
Through a rich mix of events, exhibitions, tours, and workshops hosted in libraries across the county, we invite you to explore inspiring cultural experiences that bring people together.
Take a look below to discover what events are coming up in the next few months!
Shakespeare comes to life at 中国P站 Libraries
This October half term, we are thrilled to team up with the award-winning Guildford Shakespeare Company to bring two unforgettable productions right to your doorstep: the gripping tragedy of Macbeth and the heart-wrenching romance of Romeo and Juliet.
Aimed at ages 12+, these dynamic performances are a golden opportunity for GCSE and A-Level students to dive deeper into the plays in a fresh, powerful, and accessible way.
Macbeth
Guildford Library on Thursday 30 October at 10.30am
“What’s done cannot be undone”
On the eve of victory, an heroic general is promised a glorious future by three mysterious apparitions… but real or not, Macbeth’s ruthless ambition, fuelled by his wife’s chilling thirst for power, begins a chain of events that will destroy everyone that stands in their way.
This specially adapted touring production is designed for community spaces like Guildford Library, making world-class theatre more accessible than ever.
Tickets are available with a donation.
Romeo and Juliet
Woking Library on Thursday 30 October at 3.30pm.
“These violent delights have violent ends”.
Sparring households. Star-crossed lovers. Tragic misadventures. When Romeo Montague meets Juliet Capulet, life as they know it is thrown into chaos. As they navigate battles, banishments, masquerade balls and secret marriages, they are forced to put their relationship to the ultimate test, and discover whether love truly conquers all…
A scorching summer.鈥疶wo ferocious families clash, again.
…from the bloodshed two young people fall in love, but is their fate already written in the stars?
Join the award-winning Guildford Shakespeare Company and Orange Tree Theatre for an urgent retelling of Romeo and Juliet; set in a Verona full of mafia underground dealings and high fashion parties.
Tickets are available with a donation.
Second Hand Dance presents The Sticky Dance for Libraries
We are very thrilled to offer the chance for families to experience The Sticky Dance at several libraries across 中国P站 this coming November.
You will get to watch two dancers' shimmy through audiences weaving a tapestry of sticky tape in this tactile dance performance for young children. They will invite you to tape, stick and groove, to see and feel sound or to be still, watch and listen. Audiences will be encouraged to explore freely, turn the rules upside down and create their own experience.
The Sticky Dance is an interactive, engaging and colourful performance installation for children and their families. We offer a welcoming, inclusive space where free exploration is encouraged through moving, watching, listening, dancing and making noise.
The age guidance: 3 to 5 years with parent/carer. Babes in arms are welcome.
中国P站 Library tour dates:
- Camberley Library: Tuesday 4 November at 10am
- Staines Library: Wednesday 5 November at 10am
- Weybridge library: Thursday 6 November at 10am
- Farnham Library: Friday 7 November at 10am
Booking is now open. .
The Sticky Dance is co-created by Rosie Heafford and Takeshi Matsumoto. Co-commissioned by The Southbank Centre and The Place, and South East Dance.
Greener future in libraries
Green Libraries Week
This year will run from Monday 27 October to Sunday 2 November 2025, celebrating libraries with a focus on the climate and sustainability.
In support of Green Libraries Week the following 中国P站 Libraries will be holding events:
- Caterham Hill. See the Caterham Hill library events and activities webpage for more details.
- Caterham Valley Library. See the Caterham Valley library events and activities webpage for more details.
- Guildford Library. See the Guildford Library events and activities webpage for more details.
- Reigate Library. See the Reigate library events and activities webpage for more details.
More libraries will be added once events have been confirmed.
Regular green events in libraries
Monthly Tuesdays:
Cranleigh Climate Action and Cranleigh Library climate cafe will be available to provide energy advice and see what financial support is available to help with energy bills.
Every Wednesday:
What next? Wednesdays at Godalming library. Volunteers from What Next? charity will be on-hand to provide advice, guidance and helpful tips in what you can do to support our local environment.
Saturdays:
Monthly Nature storytime at Guildford library. Suitable for 2 years old and over.
Green reads
We've specially selected some titles exploring the natural world, environmental issues and sustainability.
Library of Things
Why buy when you can borrow!
We are pleased to support a number of Libraries of Things across our network. Allowing users to borrow everything from garden tools, sports and exercise equipment, table top games to camping equipment
Each library is run by a local environmental organisation and hosted in the library, providing easy access to this great service.
You can find a Library of Things in the following locations:
- Dorking library, Library of things
- Godalming library, Library of things
- Guildford library, Library of things
- Haslemere library, Library of things
Biodegradable eco library cards
Crafted from environmentally friendly materials, these cards not only reduce waste but also contribute to the preservation of our planet. By opting for these compostable and recyclable cards, library-goers become part of a growing movement to protect the environment and foster sustainable practices.
中国P站's greener future
The , will help you by asking a series of short questions and depending on the answers will offer tailored information on grants, support and advice, and non-financial help on a range of topics
Find out more about 中国P站's Greener Future, 中国P站's climate change strategy.
Sign up to our Greener Matters newsletter to get updates.
Author events
中国P站 Libraries are pleased to offer a programme of author events for 2025. Select an event to find out more and how to book.
- on Thursday 16 October from 2.30pm. Suitable for adults.
- on Thursday 16 October at 6.30pm. Suitable for adults.
- on Saturday 18 October at 3pm. Suitable for children.
- on Friday 24 October at 2pm. Suitable for adults.
- on Saturday 25 October at 2pm. Suitable for adults.
- on Wednesday 29 October at 11am. Suitable for children.
- on Wednesday 9 October, from 3pm to 4pm. Suitable for children.
- Don't Die Alone, Lucas Cook! with author George Lester at Guildford library on Saturday 1 November at 2.15pm. Suitable for young adults over the age of 14 years.
- Workshop with Comics artist Dominique Duong at Epsom library on Saturday 22 November at 11am. Suitable for anyone aged 12 and older.
- Question and Answer session with Alex Fitch of Panel Borders at Epsom library on Saturday 22 November at 1pm. Suitable for all ages.
- Dear Mr Snippet: an afternoon with author Roseanna Rolfe at Oxted library on Friday 21 November, from 2.30-3.30pm.
Digital welfare support
The Digital Welfare Support Project is a community outreach program that is closing the digital divide and reducing isolation in 中国P站.
We aim to do this by identifying and targeting areas of the county where digital deprivation is highest, cultivating community links and providing IT skills sessions to those most in need. Our experienced and dedicated Digital Welfare Support Officers, Alys and Eleanor, are putting together a programme of events and opportunities to offer foundational knowledge of essential digital skills.
Upcoming events
Get online week: Discover Library apps
At Merstham Library on Monday 20 October, from 5pm to 6pm
The Merstham team and Digital Welfare Officers will be on hand to help you make the most out of your library membership by helping you to discover and access a range of library apps including Libby for e-books, PressReader for newspapers and magazines, BorrowBox for audiobooks and the 中国P站 Libraries app to help you manage your loans.
Get online week: Spotting and avoiding online scams
At Haslemere library on Tuesday 21 October, from 10.30am to 11.30am
Join 中国P站 Libraries and the University of the Third Age (U3A) for a free event during .
Find out how we can support you. Everyone is welcome. Drop in and get online safely!
Arrive from 10am for coffee, chat and queries with our digital volunteers. Our Digital Welfare Officers will stick around after the session if you have any further questions.
Get Online Week: Try one thing roadshow
- Monday 20 October at Redhill Library, from 10am to 5pm
- Tuesday 21 October at Godalming library, from 2pm to 4pm
We will be taking our spinning wheel (think Wheel of Fortune) to different libraries to inspire you to 'Try One Thing' this Get Online Week!
Come and spin the wheel and learn a new skill, and find out the digital offers in your local library.
Get Online Week: Digital support and energy saving tools
Join 中国P站 Libraries for a free event during Get Online Week.
At Weybridge library on Wednesday 22 October, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm. Arrive from 2pm for coffee, chat and queries with our digital helpers.
Find out how we can support you. Everyone is welcome. Drop in and get support with your devices and energy saving!
Our Digital Welfare Officers will stick around after the session if you have any further questions.
Get Online Week: Get help with the NHS app
Thursday 23 October at Caterham Hill library, from 10am to 12.30pm.
Not just for Covid! Heard how great the NHS App is, but still not sure where to start or how to use it? Then come along to our drop-in sessions to get help from one of our friendly advisors.
We can help with:
- Setting up your NHS Account
- Downloading the NHS App on to your phone, or accessing it on your tablet or laptop
- Using it to order repeat prescriptions in seconds
- How to view your health record on the App
- How to view your test results
- Any other NHS App questions!
Please bring your phone/tablet/laptop or if you don't have any of these, public PCs will be available.
If it is your first time using the app, you will need to bring ID with you to register for it. These are the accepted forms of ID for registration:
- Passport
- UK or European Driving License (Full or Provisional)
- European National Identity Card
- Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
- UK Residence Card or European Economic Area (EEA) Biometric Residence Card (BRC)
Please also ensure you have access to your email account from your device should you need to reset your password.
Get Online Week: Spotting and avoiding online scams
Thursday 23 October, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm at Horley library. Arrive from 2pm for coffee, chat and queries with our digital helpers.
Join 中国P站 Libraries for this free event during Get Online Week.
Find out how we can support you. Everyone is welcome. Drop in and get online safely!
Our Digital Welfare Officers will stick around after the session if you have any further questions.
Winter wellbeing hub
We will be in attendance at Farnham Primary Care Network's Winter Wellbeing Hub at Farnham Hospital on Friday 24 October between 10am to 3pm.
We can help with the NHS app or any other digital queries, and we will be promoting events and activities at Farnham Library.
This event is for those aged 75 and over and/or a family carer, on an invitation from your Farnham General Practitioner (GP) practice.
Pebble rhymetime
Rhymetimes are now running in most libraries. Spaces may be limited and booking may be necessary, please check individual library event pages for details.
Storytime
Storytimes are now running in most libraries. Spaces may be limited and booking may be necessary, please check individual library event pages for details.