From poetry to knitting, find a group to inspire you at one of our libraries
We have a variety of free creative and educational groups in Southwark Libraries. Join us to meet new people or try a new skill.
Keep an eye on the Southwark Presents What's On Diary for one-off events, workshops and talks.
If you love reading and want to talk about books in an informal and friendly environment, join a book group.
Our library Officers will read a short story to the group for discussion.
Location: Camberwell Library
Date: First Monday of every month
Time: 3pm to 4pm
Contact: camberwell.library@southwark.gov.uk
Attendees are given a choice of scenarios to choose from, and then write a short piece to share with the group.
Location: Camberwell Library
Date: Third Monday of every month
Time: 3pm to 4pm
Contact: camberwell.library@southwark.gov.uk
Our library officers choose two or three poems on a theme, like nature or childhood. They read them aloud for the group to discuss. You can also bring along a favourite poem to share.
Location: Camberwell Library
Date: Fourth Monday of every month
Time: 3pm to 4pm
Contact: camberwell.library@southwark.gov.uk
Bring your own poems to share in a relaxed supportive group. All adults welcome.
Location: Camberwell Library
Date: First Monday of every month
Time: 7pm to 7.45pm
Contact: camberwell.library@southwark.gov.uk
Groups for knitters and crocheters at all levels. Beginners are very welcome. Wool and knitting needles are provided.
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 3pm to 4pm
Contact: camberwell.library@southwark.gov.uk
Date: Every other Friday (contact the library for the next date)
Time: 4.30pm to 5.30pm
Contact: unamarson.library@southwark.gov.uk
A weekly group covering a wide range of genres. See notices in the library for what's on at the next film screening.
Location: Dulwich Library
Date: Every Monday
Time: 12.30pm to 6pm
Contact: dulwich.library@southwark.gov.uk
The club hosts monthly talks from guest speakers on a wide range of subjects. From Senegalese cookery to housing in Southwark and the Windrush generation. All are welcome.
Location: Peckham Library
Date: First Friday of every month
Time: 11am to 1pm
Contact: peckham.library@southwark.gov.uk
Explore Southwark's worldly museum collections and stories while meeting new people. For ages 18 to 35.
Location: Southwark Heritage Centre and Walworth Library
Date: Fourth Wednesday of every month
Time: 6pm to 7.30pm
Contact: museum@southwark.gov.uk
Bookable one-to-one sessions at various Southwark libraries.
Ask at your local library or email wes.white@southwark.gov.uk or moboshir.ali@southwark.gov.uk.
Join us to share a short story and a poem, or try creative writing. Tea and biscuits are provided.
Location: Camberwell Library
Date: Every Monday
Time: 3pm to 4pm