Summer has finally arrived and we are looking forward to one of our biggest community events of the year, Corbfest! This annual event is put together by our local partners The Corbett Residence Association, Abbottshall HLC, our lovely neighbours St Andrews Church, and us of course. Corbfest is all about collaboration, celebration and community. So please join us! We also have a very special Jackynory this month as well as all our usual activities and services. Read on to find out more…

Rachel, Ruth and all the CCL Team

Corbfest 2024 at Corbett Community Library, Abbotshall HLC and St Andrews Church

We can’t wait to welcome you here at Corbett Community Library for this year’s Corbfest Event!

This year as well as creating a fun day out for all the family we will be hosting around 15 artists / makers and bakers to promote and celebrate the talent we hold in our local community. With interactive stalls for children, an Illustration and Animation workshop for all the family, a Men’s Health walk, talk and BBQ, Wellness dogs sessions, live music and performances for all - we have something for everyone in the community to enjoy!

Down at Abbotshall HLC there will be lots of family fun with a bouncy castle, having a bubble, a beekeeping demonstration, BBQ, hot food, refreshments and many live performances arranged by the CRA. St Andrews are having a lunchtime concert in the church and running a Quiz night in the evening in the Church Hall. Please do support all three venues by making a day of it by visiting us all! :)

Illustrate and Animate Workshop

Join local artist Nancy Ellis, for a fun-filled workshop on the theme of Magic and Imagination! Create your own imaginative character illustration and then bring it to life through the magic of stop motion. This is a fun, free and interactive workshop ideal for ages 5-11 and their family members.

Please note: The Corbett Residence Association are funding this workshop. Any donations on the day to cover our costs would be appreciated. Suggested donation £2-5 per per

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/corbett-community-library/t-nogralx

Pat-A-Cake Paws - Cuddles & Wellness

Immerse yourself in the therapeutic benefits of cuddling, petting and frolicking with four adorable fur-balls. Their presence alone is enough to uplift spirits and create an atmosphere of sheer delight. Let their gentle nature and mischievous antics transport you to a world of joy and laughter. Interactions with dogs has proven to be extremely beneficial to the mind, body and general wellbeing for all. It counters stress elements and has the ability to produce purely positive loving emotions. These two sessions are suitable for all ages and will be beneficial to everyone. It is extremely important for our doggies to interact with the world and socialise. So not only does this benefit you, it also benefits our four legged friends. A well socialised pup is a happy pup!

2-2.45 and 3-3.45 Bookable sessions with trained Pomeranians £5pp https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/corbett-community-library/t-qjqvgvx

MORE UPCOMING EVENTS

Gabi, our Yoga Teacher, presents…

Corbett Community Library AGM

All our welcome at our annual AGM. Come along, learn more about our plans for the year ahead and join in discussions with our lovely board of trustees!

Jackynory: All about Pets

This month’s theme is all about therapeutic pets and we have a surprise visit from Pat-a-cake Paws and four of their very well behaved, trained Pomeranians! But shhh… we don’t want the children to know, they will find out after they’ve had stories.

Save the date!

Storytelling and craft with local author Allison Parkinson, reading some of her new book Saturday 3rd August 11.30 - 12.30

Author book reading 'I'm Not Eating That' by Jackie Fisher Monday, 5th August 11-12

Catford Arts Trail Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th October 11:00 - 5:00pm

Wellness Weekender including Wellness Retreat 20/21st October

K&F Craft Fair as part of Black History Month Sunday 27th October

Corbett Art Auction Saturday 16th November 6:00 - 10:30pm

Winter Makers Market Saturday 30th Nov 10-4pm

ACTIVITIES

All our activities can be found on our website and on Lewisham Libraries Events Pages. We have sessions across the week to help you be your best self.

June Timetable

As you know, our library services are closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. What happens on Wednesdays? The Village welcomes you.

We have coded some of our activities: yellow for child friendly, teal for health and wellbeing and underlined activities are dementia friendly: