Dandelions is run by volunteers from Ichthus Forest Hill Church. Their aim is to create a safe and loving environment for parents and young children in our community to have lots of fun with songs, stories and toysFridays 10:15am-11:30am. Term Time only
Are you a writer, or would you like to be one? Join us at Forest Hill Library from 5-7pm on the second Friday of each month for a free creative writing workshop for ages 14-18. In each sesion, we will look at a few short examples to guide us, and then dive into our own work.
Topic Schedule:
September: Writing the Self
October: Halloween
November: Imagined Worlds
December: Multisensory Writing
January: Inventive & Experimental Forms
February: Non-romantic & Non-traditional Love Poetry
March: Writing Place
April: Structured Poetic Forms
May: Writing in Performance
We welcome writing in any form and genre, and all experience levels are welcome. No prior reading or knowledge required. You are welcome to join us for all sessions, or just a few. Please book each session separately. You can reserve your free spot at www.tickettailor.com/events/calico/1822665 (https://www.tickettailor.com/events/calico/1822665)
Join watercolour artist Ting Chen for a soothing and creative workshop that is relaxing and beginner-friendly, introducing you to the world of watercolour painting.
We'll begin with fun, no-pressure exercises to help you explore brushwork and essential watercolour techniques while creating your own painting to take home.🎨 All materials are provided—just bring yourself and your curiosity!🌿 No experience needed—beginners are warmly welcome.Come enjoy a couple of hours filled with colour, creativity, and calm in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.To book your space please click the link below:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/blue-leaves-watercolour-workshop-tickets-1982296033799?aff=oddtdtcreatorAbout the ArtistTing Chen is a Taiwanese-British watercolour artist based in London. Her joyful style features bright, loose florals, botanicals, and charming illustrations of fruits and animals. She also designs stationery—including greeting cards, notebooks, and wrapping paper—available on Etsy at designbyting.com.
A dynamic Vinyasa class designed to energise the body and build strength, with a strong focus on mindful mobility. You’ll be guided safely through creative, flowing sequences that gradually build heat, improve flexibility, and enhance overall body awareness.
Expect an uplifting and invigorating practice that leaves you feeling rejuvenated, balanced, and relaxed—while still having fun along the way.
Every Saturday 8.30-9.30am
Open level .
Cost £13.
To book your spot please email ainalille@yahoo.co.uk (mailto:ainalille@yahoo.co.uk)
Welcome to one of our three monthly adult reading at Manor House Library which takes place on the 2nd Saturday of each month 11am-12pmEveryone is welcome and there is no need to sign up, just grab a copy of the book from the library and come along to discuss it. It is an informal discussion and a great opportunity to meet new people.
Join Aiesha from @tishreadslit at 11am on the first Saturday of the month at Sydenham Library for Reading in Colour!
Reading in Colour is a free family story time which celebrates children’s books by Black authors.
Free, no need to book – just drop by to hear a different story each month.
Please note, there will be no session in March. In April, we will meet on the second Saturday to accommodate our Easter closure.
Young Gems is a structured weekly Saturday wellbeing group in Forest Hill, designed to support children and young people in building confidence, self-esteem, emotional resilience, and positive friendships within a calm and nurturing environment.
This programme is ideal for young people who may be experiencing anxiety, low confidence, social challenges, or difficulty expressing themselves.
What the programme focuses on:
Healthy self-esteem and confidence
Emotional wellbeing and coping strategies
Resilience and positive thinking
Building friendships and social skills
Communication and self-expression
Understanding peer pressure and healthy relationships
Online safety and digital awareness
Each session combines guided wellbeing learning and practical skills development with creative and expressive
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.
Hartbeeps put your child at the heart of our magical, musical adventures. We offer original and super fun, developmental baby classes, toddler classes and pre-school classes, as well as educational sessions, stay & play with baby discos, and fabulous children’s parties. We offer three different classes for different stages of development.
£10 per session if you are booking for the term, £13.50 per session if booking Pay As You Go.
Monday Mornings
9:30 Happy House: Confident walkers – (18 months – 5 years)10:30 Baby Beeps: Confident sitters – confident walkers 6 – 18 months)11:30 Baby Beeps: Confident sitters – confident walkers (6 – 18 months)12:40 Baby Bell: Newborn – confident sitting (0 – 7 Months)13:40 Baby Bell: Newborn – confident sitting (0 – 7 Months)
For more information on each class and to book your session, click the link below!https://hartbeepssouthlondon.classforkids.io/term/4 (https://hartbeepssouthlondon.classforkids.io/term/4)
Every Monday at 10:00 till 12:00. Here you can get help with Whatsapping and emailing from our friendly buddies. We have free wifi, and a few spare tablets you can borrow, although learners tend to bring their own devices.LocationSydenham Library210 Sydenham RoadSE26 5SEContactEmail:Phone Number: 020 8778 1753
