Life Drawing at the Library - Wednesdays at 7pm
Sep
25
to Jul 23

Life Drawing at the Library - Wednesdays at 7pm

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This figure drawing session is open to all skill levels. It provides an excellent introduction to drawing and a solid grounding for beginners as well as a time to practice drawing from the model.

Wednesdays at 7pm.

Booking in advance is essential in order to confirm capacity before each session.

£20 for 2 hours - concessions available. 

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Voices Together: A Day of Song, Community & Performance! - Sunday 13th July 2025
Jul
13
12:00 PM12:00

Voices Together: A Day of Song, Community & Performance! - Sunday 13th July 2025

Voices Together: A Day of Song, Community & Performance, featuring Palace Acappella, Beckenham Acappella and Crib Notes Choirs

💫 Come for the singing — stay for the community!

We’re bringing together three joyful community choirs for a day full of interactive workshops, mini performances, and one big finale. Whether you’re a seasoned singer, a curious listener, a parent with little ones, or a Crystal Palace local — this celebration is for YOU.

🎤 Featuring:

🎵 Palace Acappella Choir

A non-auditioned community choir in the heart of Crystal Palace, Palace Acappella is known for its warmth, inclusivity and vibrant performances all around SE19 — from singing at the Crystal Palace Bowl to surprise flashmobs in the local shops. This choir performs with passion both locally and further afield, with appearances at the Tower of London, the Landmark Festival of Choirs in Teddington, and even the UK Choir Festival in Berlin!

🌐 www.palaceacappella.co.uk

🎵 Beckenham Acappella Choir

Our brand-new sister choir based in Venue 28 near Clockhouse Station, Beckenham Acappella is already making waves with their bold spirit, beautiful harmonies, and warm community vibe. No auditions, just joy — with weekly rehearsals that often spill into the pub!

🌐 www.beckenhamacappella.co.uk

👶 Crib Notes Choir

A relaxed and welcoming choir especially for parents (and carers). No singing experience is required, and you’re welcome to bring your babies, toddlers, and little ones with you! Expect a super friendly, supportive vibe where you can have a good sing — even if you’re bouncing a baby at the same time.

🌐 www.cribnoteschoir.co.uk

🗓️ Full Event Schedule:

🕦 11:45am – Doors open

Come early, get settled, say hello!

🕛 12:00 – 12:45 PM 

📍 Burgundy Room 🎶 Crib Notes Choir Workshop & Mini Performance – Led by: Eleanor!

🕐 1:00 – 1:45 PM 

📍 Library Space 🎶 Palace Acappella Workshop & Mini Performance – Led by: Eleanor!

🕑 2:00 – 2:45 PM 

📍 Library Space 🎶 Palace Acappella Workshop & Mini Performance – Led by: Joseph Atkins

📍 Burgundy Room 🎶 Beckenham Acappella Workshop & Mini Performance – Led by: Eleanor!

🕒 3:00 – 3:45 PM

📍 Library Space 🎶 Crib Notes Choir Workshop & Mini Performance – Led by: Louise

📍 Burgundy Room 🎭 Private Rehearsal (Not Open to Public) – Joe & Eleanor rehearse with Palace and Beckenham Acappella

🕓 4:00 PM – Finale Performance!

📍 Library Space 🎉 Joint Performance by Palace & Beckenham Acappella Choirs – A joyful and powerful musical celebration to close the day.

💡 Things to know:

  • Suitable for all ages (yes, babies too!) Free for under 2s!

  • No experience necessary — just come with an open heart.

  • Bar will be available for refreshments serving alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks.

  • Time: Doors 11:45 am, show starts 12 pm

  • Tickets: £12 / children under 14 £10 Under 2s Free!

❤️ This is more than a choir day — it’s a celebration of friendship, creativity and local joy.

We can’t wait to sing with you.

Location

Upper Norwood Library Hub, 39 Westow Hill, London, SE19 1TQ

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Wonderhub: A Family Festival - Saturday 26th July 2025
Jul
26
11:00 AM11:00

Wonderhub: A Family Festival - Saturday 26th July 2025

Join us for a fun-filled community event in support of the Upper Norwood Library Hub—help us raise funds while discovering all the amazing services, spaces, and surprises your local library has to offer!

✨ What is WonderHub?

WonderHub is a joyful, hands-on mini-festival for families with children. Two hours unlimited access to various activities all included in ticket purchase!

Expect a rich mix of interactive zones designed to spark creativity, encourage connection, and give your little ones (and you!) a day to remember.

🌟 What’s Happening?

🖌️ Creative Play Zones

Make costumes, masks, group murals and more in our arts & crafts area.

Make your own Slime

Make beaded Jewellery

🌈 Sensory Sanctuary

A calm, beautifully designed space with glowing lights, textures and soft sounds — perfect for babies and children needing a quiet moment.

🤸‍♀️ Soft Play Zone (Babies Only) 

A dedicated indoor padded zone for pre-walkers and little explorers — with gentle textures, soft shapes, and plenty of space for crawling, rolling, and discovering at their own pace.

🏀 Basketball Shoot-Out

A fun, friendly hoop zone for all ages to test their skills and burn some energy.

🎈 Bouncy Castle Fun

Supervised inflatables for safe and active indoor play.

🎨 Glitter Face Painting

Choose a design and get transformed by our talented (non-toxic, hypoallergenic) face painter.

🛍️ Mini Makers Market & Craft Market (Upstairs in Burgundy Room)

Discover handmade goods, creative kits and tasty snacks from local vendors.

👗 Dress-up Encouraged!

Come in costume or create one on the day – from space heroes to sea creatures to storybook favourites.

Optional, playful and fun for everyone!


💡 WonderHub is for:

  • Families with child (including babies and toddlers)

  • Teenagers

  • Neurodiverse children and sensory-sensitive visitors – chill-out spaces and support available

  • Grown-ups who want something fresh, social, and creative to do with their kids

There is something to do for all age groups!!


All activities are included in ticket purchase. Please note due to regulations we have a capacity cap so it is advise to book early to avoid disappointment.

Bar, Tombola, Raffle Tickets and Food occur a surcharge and will be available for purchase on the day.

Any questions email
info@unlt.org

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Children's summer holiday camps & activities - Monday 28th July to Friday 22nd August 2025
Jul
28
to Aug 22

Children's summer holiday camps & activities - Monday 28th July to Friday 22nd August 2025

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Join us this summer for children’s holiday camps and one-day activity workshops at the Upper Norwood Library Hub in the heart of Crystal Palace. From art to athletics, baking to bath bombs, sewing to slime making, we’ve got all sorts of activities to entertain over the school holidays!

Children’s Camps

Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm, for children aged 5-11

Little Brushstrokes Visual Arts Camp - 28th July - 1st August 2025 and 18th August - 22nd August 2025 - Discover new visual arts skills and learn about famous artists and their work with Cherelle and her team from Brushstrokes Art.

Colour Lab & Art Experiments Summer Camp - 4th August - 8th August 2025 - Dive into hands-on experiments mixing art and science, from fizzing rainbow reactions and giant bubble labs to UV painting and slime-making.

Artletics: Art, Craft and Sports: Summer Camp - 11th August - 15th August 2025 - Take part in a real sport, like football, basketball or athletics, and dive into a hands-on arts & crafts activity inspired by the world of movement.

one-day children’s activity workshops

Various days, 9:30am to 4pm, various ages

Bake It ‘Til You Make It! Cake Decorating Course - Mondays 28th July, 4th August, 11th August, 18th August - Walk away with new skills & a show-stopping cake creation each session (age 7+).

Stitch Squad: Sewing Adventures - Tuesdays and Thursdays 29th and 31st July, 5th, 7th, 12th 14th, 19th & 21st August - Learn to sew on a sewing machine & bring your ideas to life (age 7 to teens).

Bead Buddies: Handmade Jewellery Making Club - Wednesdays 30th July, 6th, 13th & 20th August - Design & create your own beautiful beaded accessories & take home something new (age 6+).

Clay Day: Pottery Workshop for Kids - Friday 1st August - From pinch pots to slab boxes, learn real ceramic techniques & explore your imagination through sculpting (age 5-11).

Twist & Dye: A Tie-Dye & Fabric Art Workshop - Friday 15th August - Explore the magic of tie-dye & fabric dyeing to design your own vibrant t-shirts, tote bags, & more (age 5-11).

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