Celebrate 37 years of Elmer with us this Elmer Day!
We will be reading some stories, crafting and colouring everybody's favourite patchwork elephant.
All craft supplies are provided, please book a place for each child attending.
Celebrate Elmer Day with a colourful and creative craft session! Join us to make your own Elmer-inspired creations to take home, using bright materials and plenty of imagination.
This fun, hands-on activity is perfect for young children and families, offering a chance to celebrate everyone’s favourite patchwork elephant while enjoying creative play together.
Get creative in our craft session inspired by Van Gogh's Sunflowers, currently on display in The Queen's Gardens as part of the National Gallery's Art On Your Doorstep exhibition. We'll be learning origami techniques to make our very own sunflowers.
Zoom into the library to make this space-themed craft! This session is a great opportunity to get creative and learn about the different planets in our galaxy.
This actvity is suitable for children aged 5-11yrs old and will take place in the Children's library.
Join us for this special half-term craft and get creative with clay. Make a face, an animal, or let your imagination run free with your own unique design.
This hands-on session is a great way for children to get creative, experiment with textures, and enjoy making something to take home.
Have a go at planning and making your own comic book. Include some of your favourite characters or invent some of your own creations!
Join us for a fun, interactive family drop-in session where you can experience Croydon's local history. Handle objects that recreate what Croydon's markets were like in the past - from replica food items and old coins to photographs of Surrey Street Market.
Explore, imagine, and discover Croydon's bustling market heritage.
Create a cute little bird using yarn, simple craft materials, and a bit of creativity. You will wrap, shape, and decorate your own yarn bird to take home. Come along for the fun!
Since it's market charter in 1276, Croydon has been a centre of shopping for the surrounding area. Join archivist Lindsay Ould for a fascinating insight into the history of some of our iconic stores such as Kennards and Allders. There will be a chance to share your own experiences of shopping in the town.
Is your child starting school this September?
Then join us for our Ready Road programme, an Early Years initative helping children aged 3-5 build the skills and confidence they need to start school.
From Tooth Town to Sing Song Station each session will explore a new 'destination' aiming to equip children with the knowledge they need to succeed.
Collect a sticker each week as you move along the Ready Road and earn a special prize for attending ALL 6 sessions!
