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A Way with Words

A poetry writing workshop for beginners. Run by members of the local poetry group 'Words'. Ideas on how to get started, where to get inspiration from, tips to help encourage. An informal afternoon of readings and small group practical sessions. At New Malden Library on Wednesday 22 October 2 - 4pm. For a free ticket to reserve a pplace contact New Malden Library. Contact New Malden Library on 020 8547 6490.

Create a 3-D Giftcard in a Box

Perfect for that someone special at Christmas, or keep it for yourself! Saturday 22 November 10 - 12 noon. Cost £8, which includes all the tools, materials and tuition you will need. To reserve your place please call in at Hook and Chessington Library or phone 020 8547 6480.

EBay Workshops

3 courses by specially trained EBay tutors suitable for anyone wishing to find out how to buy or sell goods online. Date, venue and price on the poster below.

New timetable of classes at the Hook Centre

available on the Hook Centre page.

Rhymetime for under fives at the Rose Theatre

Free sessions every Monday during term time at 11.15am.

Annual Library Plan 2008

The ALP reviews performance and progress during 2007-8 and describes the objectives for 2008-9 to meet the aims of the Cultural Strategy, the Children's and Young People's Plan and the Neighbourhood Policy Statement.

This document can be viewed by following the link at the bottom of this page.

MLA (London) rates Kingston Libraries Advanced Plus!

Kingston Libraries have been graded as Advanced + by government agency Museums Libraries and Archives (London) for achievements during the libraries for learning project. For more information see Learning and Training in Libraries (link below)

Councillors recommend a good read.

See what Councillors recommend as a good read for the National Year of Reading on our new 'Book Review' page.

Library Users Forums

were held during May and June 2008. Questions and answers from each session can be found on the libraries branch pages.

Online Reference Room News

The BFI Screen Online Archive is now accessible from within all library branches. This archive is not accessible from home.
NewsUK now includes online access to a wide range of magazines. All newspapers and magazines are regularly updated. See the content list in NewsUK for details of titles.

Libraries for Learning

Through Kingston Libraries you can access a wide range of learning opportunities. Ask at any branch library for advice and guidance to help you find the course or way of learning that is right for you.
Providing British Computer Society accredited IT courses since 1999, Kingston Libraries have developed a strong commitment to high quality ICT training. If you want to learn how to use the internet, e-mail friends and family around the world, apply for jobs online, improve your CV or get to grips with Office IT skills why not attend a course at one of Kingston Libraries learning centres?

For more information see the Learning in Libraries page or contact one of Kingston Libraries Training Officers on: 020 8547 6489 /6470 /6485.

Recycle your books, DVDs, CDs and pre-recorded videos at one of our book banks and support the British Heart Foundation

Surbiton and Old Malden branches have book banks outside their buildings where you can deposit your unwanted books, DVDs, CDs or videos in whatever condition. The British Heart Foundation collect from the banks once a week and will transform your donation into much needed funds for their charity.