Woking Library - a journey through time and space
Published: 27/07/2019
Monday 12 August to Saturday 24 August
HG Wells display - come and see amazing artefacts on loan fromSurrey History Centre.
Design your own planet library competition.
You have discovered a new planet. Show us what does it look like? Enter our competition to win some of "out of this world" prizes. Pick up an entry form fromWoking library. Closing date Saturday 24 August.
Monday 12 August
Create your own crop mark
1pm to 4pm.
Join a real archaeologist to make your own crop marks!
Find out how archaeologists use pictures taken from space to spot changes in the grass and crops. Crops grow differently depending on what is beneath the ground. This can mean there might be and exciting new site lying just beneath the surface for us to discover. You can create your own crop mark and take it home.
This event is suitable for children aged 612 years old. Children must be accompanied by adults. If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to join bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Tuesday 13 August
50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
10.30am to 12 noon.
1.30pm to 3pm.
Ever fancied trying some science yourselves? Wondered about what you can see in the night sky? Or wondered how the things around you work?
The Department of Physics from the University of Surrey will be at Woking Library to help with these questions and more. Here you can come and ask us any physics or astronomy questions, have a go at some science experiments and get hands on with physics through everyday objects such as Lego.
This event is suitable for children aged 6-12 years old. Children must be accompanied by adults. If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to join bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
BookMoon Landing tickets on eventbrite.
Wednesday 14 August
Space rhymetime/storytime
11am to 11.30am.
2.30pm to 3pm.
Tickets available fromWoking libraryhalf an hour before the event. If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Space storytime
4pm to 5pm.
Science storytime and play for pre-schoolers aged (about) 3 to 5.
Join our storyteller for a tale about a girl called Molly who wants to learn about the friendly moon in the night time sky. Suitable for little ones and grownups who are prepared to sing, play and have fun together as we learn about our nearest neighbour in space. Children must be accompanied by adults.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to join bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookspace storytime on eventbrite.
Moon Buggy walk
10am to 10.45am.
Active Surrey would like to invite you to Moon Buggy Walk!
Join us for an energising (moon) buggy walk along the canal before you sit down and relax for Story/Rhyme Time. Non-buggy walkers very welcome to join us too!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
BookMoon Buggy tickets on eventbrite.
Thursday 15 August
Pilates taster session for adults
9.30am to 10.30am.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to join in for a taster session in Pilates.
Pilates works on your alignment, breathing and core strength, to help keep your body in balance. It's great for posture, flexibility and the feel-good factor! If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookpilates taster tickets on eventbrite.
Tai Chi taster session for adults
10.45am to 11.45am.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to join in for a taster session in Tai Chi.
Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi aims to balance your body and mind with gentle, mindful movement. It's a great stress-buster. If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
BookTai Chi taster tickets on eventbrite.
Belly dancing taster session for adults
12 noon to 1pm.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to join in for a taster session in Belly Dancing.
Belly Dance comes from the Middle East and it's a fun way to build up strength and flexibility. Enjoy the Arabic rhythms and shimmy your way to fitness. If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookbelly dancing taster tickets on eventbrite.
Cupcake decorating for adults
2.30pm to 4pm.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to take part in a cupcake decorating session.
Using cutters, piping bags, fondant and buttercream decorate 6 space themed cupcakes with rockets and planets to take home to enjoy. If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookcupcake decorating tickets on eventbrite.
Friday 16 August
Create a pop-up space book
10am to 11am.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you and your child (age 6+, children must be accompanied by an adult, maximum 2 children per adult) to work together and make a pop-up space book,
Get creative with your child and make a mini pop-up book to take home with you. Fill it with stars, planets, astronauts and black holes!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookpop-up book tickets on eventbrite.
Create spectacular space mobile
11.30am to 1pm.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you and your child (age 6+, children must be accompanied by an adult, maximum 2 children per adult) to get creative.
Have fun making a colourful space- inspired mobile with your child. Balance stars, moons and planets!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookspace mobile tickets on eventbrite.
Space Art
2pm to 4pm.
SurreyArts would like to invite you to a crafting event!
We are taking art out of this world with some crafts creating 3D moons, straw rockets, alien collages and window moon art. Come along to this drop-in session and get creative. Suitable for children aged 5 to 11, children must be accompanied by adults.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookspace art tickets on eventbrite.
Saturday 17 August
Digital maker day
10.30am to 12 noon.
1.30pm to 3pm.
Surrey Libraries would like to invite you and your child (children must be accompanied by adult) to try out few new digital toys and get creative!
This is a drop-in session for children aged 8-12. We'll have Lego and Makey Makeys and Ozobots and Microbits and Littlebits. Come and get creative with new technologies.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to join bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookdigital maker tickets on eventbrite.
Monday 19 August
Choir workshops
10am to 12 noon
Singing workshop for 812 year olds.Book morning workshop online
1.30pm to 4pm
Singing workshop for 1318 year olds.Book afternoon workshop online
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to join bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Tuesday 20 August
Jelly legs cycling
1pm to 2pm.
2pm to 3pm.
Active Surrey would like to invite you to try yourself in one of our indoor cycling sessions.
Push your limits with a smile on your face! Ride to your favourite tracks climbing hills and sprinting back down them again, or casually ride along to the beat of the music. It is designed for allabilitiesbut you will be sure to get a sweat on and get those jelly legs!If you are aged 16+ - this is a session for you. Please, bring some water, a towel and do not wear any loose clothes.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookjelly legs tickets on eventbrite.
3, 2, 1...blast off!
10am to 11am.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you and your child (aged 5+). Children must be accompanied by an adult) to take part in our maths and online games session.
Have fun playingonline games. Take part in activities together whilst practising maths skills.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Book321 blast off tickets on eventbrite.
Wednesday 21 August
Space rhymetime/storytime
11am to 11.30am
2.30pm to 3pm
Tickets available fromWoking libraryhalf an hour before the event.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Moon Buggy walk
10am to 10.45am.
3pm to 3.45pm
Active Surrey would like to invite you to Moon Buggy Walk!
Join us for an energising (moon) buggy walk along the canal before you sit down and relax for Story/Rhyme Time. Non-buggy walkers very welcome to join us too!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
BookMoon Buggy tickets on eventbrite.
Exercise bikes for adults
all day, untutored session.
Ever tried an exercise bike? Now is your chance - Active Surrey would like to invite you to check how fit you are.
Push your limits with a smile on your face! Ride to your favourite tracks climbing hills and sprinting back down them again, or casually ride along to the beat of the music. It is designed for allabilitiesbut you will be sure to get a sweat on and get those jelly legs!If you are aged 16+ - this is a session for you. Please, bring some water, a towel and do not wear any loose clothes.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Thursday 22 August
Make a celestial character for adults.
10am to 12 noon.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to take part in a session to create a celestial character.
Be inspired and learn how to sculpt a lovely celestial character using only a felting needle, a handful of wool tops and a little imagination. Needle felting is a calming and rewarding technique and you will be amazed by what can be achieved in just a couple of hours.If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookcelestial character tickets on eventbrite.
Exercise bikes for adults
1pm to 2pm.
2pm to 3pm.
Active Surrey would like to invite you to try yourself in one of our indoor cycling sessions.
Push your limits with a smile on your face! Ride to your favourite tracks climbing hills and sprinting back down them again, or casually ride along to the beat of the music. It is designed for all abilities but you will be sure to get a sweat on and get those jelly legs! If you are aged 16+ - this is a session for you. Please, bring some water, a towel and do not wear any loose clothes.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookexercise bike tickets on eventbrite.
Make a mixed media moon for adults
12.45pm to 2.45pm.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to take part in creating a Moon artwork.
Make a beautiful piece of artwork inspired by our very own moon. Use mixed media mark making techniques, collage and relief printing and then take your creation home to enjoy. If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookmixed media moon tickets on eventbrite.
Pilates taster session for adults
5pm to 6pm.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to join in for a taster session in Pilates.
Pilates works on your alignment, breathing and core strength, to help keep your body in balance. It's great for posture, flexibility and the feel-good factor! If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookpilates taster tickets on eventbrite.
Zumba taster session for adults
6.15pm to 7pm.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you to join in for a taster session in Zumba.
Zumba is a fun workout using vibrant Latin music and high energy moves. It's a great way to get active and let off steam. If you are aged 19+ - this is a session for you!
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Bookzumba taster tickets on eventbrite.
Friday 23 August
3, 2, 1...blast off!
10am to 11am.
Surrey Adult Learning would like to invite you and your child (age 5+, children must be accompanied by an adult) to take part in our maths and online games session.
Have fun playing online games. Take part in activities together whilst practising maths skills.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to, bring proof of your address with you to the library orregister online.
Book321 blast off tickets on eventbrite.
Wii game session
1pm to 4pm.
Come along and blow off some steam with some classic Wii games.
This is a drop-in session for children aged 612.
If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to join bring proof of your address with your to the library orregister online.
BookWii game session tickets on Eventbrite.
Saturday 24 August
Storytime with Mama G
11am to 12 noon.
2pm to 3pm.
JoinMama G, combining the magic of panto, drag and storytelling, to conclude our journey through time and space. Mama G will take listeners on an out-of-this world adventure and remind everyone to appreciate the beautiful world we live in and the amazing people we share the stars with.
Tickets available fromWoking Libraryhalf an hour before the event. If you are not a library member, we encourage you to join. If you wish to join bring proof of your address with your to the library orregister online.
We will update this page with any changes or additions to the programme.