Join us in January for a selection of forgotten blockbusters! All of January's films are big in some way, either they made a big impact, were made by big names, made big money etc... But more importantly, all of them have in some way fallen off the radar since their release, so we're excited to bring them back to your attention!
SCREENINGSWatch a selection of films every Thursday 6:00 - 8:00pm and every last Friday of the month at 2:00pm, programmed to a new theme every month, voted for by newsletter subscribers.DISCUSSION GROUPThe discussion group takes place every last Thursday of the month 6:00-7:00pm. Come and discuss the movies in a relaxed and informal setting, with biscuits and fellow film fans!The screenings and discussion group are free to attend and open to all – no need to book, and please do bring along a friend if you’d like. Screenings are held in meeting rooms 1&2 on the ground floor of the library, and we always use subtitles when available.To see the full film schedule, as well as the chance to vote on next month's film program,
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
Join us from 10:30am-12pm on Friday, 13th February in Room 1 (first floor) at Manor House Library for a relaxed drawing session for adults with Draw Club. No experience needed, just come along, draw, and enjoy the process.
This is a free session focusing on spending some quiet time slowing down, drawing, and enjoying the process alongside others. The session will begin with a few gentle warm-up drawing exercises to help you get started, followed by unguided time to draw at your own pace.
All materials are provided, including oil pastels, wax crayons, soft pastels, pencils, and charcoal. If you’d like to bring your own materials, please note that dry materials only can be used in the space.
Draw Club is a relaxed, self-guided drawing session for adults – no experience needed. Free tickets are available via Eventbrite. (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/draw-club-at-manor-house-a-relaxed-drawing-session-tickets-1981426424775?aff=oddtdtcreator)
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)
🌟 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 yearsStandard Certificate: £87.38RQF Certificate: £98.22📍 Book your spot today! Spaces are limited!1 day Paediatric Blended Learning First Aid - Lewisham SE13 Tickets, Sat 14 Feb 2026 at 10:00 | Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1-day-paediatric-blended-learning-first-aid-lewisham-se13-tickets-1662862088269?aff=odcleoeventsincollection&keep_tld=1)
This one-day Emergency First Aid at Work course meets HSE requirements and is ideal for anyone taking on the role of a workplace first aider.
Course Info:• Duration: Minimum 6 hours (1 day)• Age: 16+ (14–16 may attend but not act as sole first aider)• Physically practical, including CPR on the floor• Can be delivered as a Level 3 RQF Award
Certification:Choose a Standard First Aid certificate or a Level 3 RQF certificate (£5 extra). Both are HSE compliant and valid for 3 years. Some sporting bodies require the RQF option.
Course Content Includes:CPR & AED, recovery position, choking, heart attack, seizures, shock, bleeding, burns, soft tissu
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.
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.
Join us for a family film screening this Saturday! Expect a variety of animated and live action films suitable for all ages. Specific film listings will be advertised in the library, so see posters for details, or call 0208 314 7299 for more information. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
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)
