All at sea in the digital world? Tangled up in the world wide web? Broken down on the hard shoulder of the information superhighway?
Catbytes Digital Community are here to help! Every Saturday from 10 to 12, we’ll have a table set aside for a drop-in clinic with a friendly expert. Whether you’re trying to complete an online form or use your personal devices, struggling with a website or confused about app permissions, come on by and we’ll take a look.
No need to book a space, no charge – just turn up with your problem and any devices you might need help with. You can access the internet through the library computers if necessary.
🌟 12-Hour Paediatric First Aid Course 🌟
🩹 Be Prepared. Be Confident. Save Lives. 🩹
Are you a parent, teacher, childminder, or carer? Gain essential paediatric first aid skills with our blended 12-hour course, meeting Ofsted and EYFS requirements!
✅ 6 Hours E-Learning – Complete at your own pace before attending 6 Hours Face-to-Face Training – Hands-on, practical experience
✅ Covers CPR, choking, burns, allergic reactions & more! (Incline with EYFS requirements)
✅ Certificate valid for 3 years
Standard Certificate: £87.38
RQF Certificate: £98.22
📍 Book your spot today! Spaces are limited!
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/1-day-blended-pfa-course-91949
The TriniTea and Cakes offers a delightful selection of cakes, pastries, buns, and traybakes, each made with care and passion. From classic flavours to unique creations, every treat is crafted to bring joy with every bite.
The TriniTea and Cakes serves a variety of hot and cold beverages, providing the perfect complement to any sweet indulgence. Whether it’s a comforting cup of tea or a refreshing iced drink, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
With a focus on high-quality ingredients, community connections, and delicious flavours, The TriniTea and Cakes is more than just a bakery—it’s a place where great food and friendly service come together. Whether stopping by for a quick treat or selecting a variety of favourites, every visit promises something special.
Visit the link on our website to find out more:
https://calicolibraries.com/trinitea-and-cakes/
Delicious news, dear friends. As of February 8, 2025, The TriniTea and Cakes will now be resident in Sydenham Library on every single Saturday!
There will be tea. There will be cakes, of course. There may also be cookies, biscuits, pastries, patties, pholourie, channa, sausage rolls, coffee, hot chocolate, soft drinks and more, more, more… all fresh, all delightful, all reasonably priced.
The TriniTea and Cakes will be here every Saturday, 10am until 3pm, except when the library is closed – please do check around holiday times, etc.
@thetriniteaandcakes
Love to paint and create? Stuck on a project? Looking for something new to try?
Join local artist Carry Hornby at Sydenham Library for monthly sessions of inspiration and creation. You can bring your own projects to work on, or try out something we’ve arranged for the day. It’s a chance to work in a relaxed atmosphere alongside like minded people.
All ages are welcome, though young children will need a parent or carer. And it’s free! Except for a small donation for tea and coffee…
Instagram @ArtCarryHornby
Join Us for Crofton Park History!
Discover the rich history of Crofton Park through fascinating documents, vintage postcards, captivating photos, and the cherished memories of our local residents.
Event Details:
📅 When: 1st Saturday of every month
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Where: Crofton Park Library
Meet Carol Harris and Mike Brown, our dedicated historians who have lived in Crofton Park for 40 years. Their passion and extensive knowledge bring the past to life, offering a unique glimpse into the stories that shaped our community.
Whether you’re a long-time resident or new to the area, Crofton Park History is the perfect opportunity to connect with neighbors, share your own memories, and learn something new about the place we call home.
Mark your calendar and be a part of preserving and celebrating our local heritage. See you there!
Calling all primary-school aged children! Join local artist Susan Raf for a series of fun, free crafting workshops.
Every month you’ll be investigating a new technique, material or theme, and producing beautiful objects for you to take home.
This event is free but spaces and materials may be limited — arrive early to avoid disappointment! Children will need to be supervised throughout.
Funded by the Friends of Sydenham Library.
Every Saturday at Sydenham Library, the Knit & Natter circle comes together to knit (or crochet, sew, stitch, embroider…) and also, and much more importantly, to natter.
Led by Wendy, this is a friendly group of like-minded crafty souls, and a fixture in the library’s week. Bring your own projects along and get some advance, admire other people’s handiwork, and swap tips and stories.
Knit & Natter is free and there is no need to book. However spaces at the library are extremely limited at the moment, so it may be worth calling ahead on 020 8778 1753.
Knit & Natter run a second weekly session at Ignition Brewery from 2-4pm on a Thursday, which currently has more spaces available.
Knit & Natter runs every Saturday except when the library is closed – please do check around holiday times, etc.
Calling all GCSE and A Level art students!
Sydenham Library is delighted to offer a programme of free classes with our artist in residence, Anna Arianova. You’ll be covering a broad range of techniques, materials and subjects: pencils, pastels, oil paints; portrait and still life.
Anna has been living, working, exhibiting and teaching in south-east London for the past 20 years. Through her career she has explored a wide range of styles and techniques, but her main focus remains on representing reality through visual art in ways that evoke emotion. She believes that art can help us understand ourselves more deeply and connect meaningfully with the world around us. A strong believer in the power of libraries as spaces for connection and creativity, Anna is excited to share her passion for art through these regular sessions.
Classes will be held on Monday evenings at Sydenham Library, 5-6pm, in term time only. Classes are free and all materials will be provided, but advance booking is required: see Ticket Tailor (https://www.tickettailor.com/events/calico/1826930) to reserve your place. If you have any questions, please email sydenham@calicolibraries.com.
Join Anita for songs and stories at our Rhyme Time Session for ages 5 & Under!
