An update on what’s going on in Barnet Libraries during December

A library shelf of books in the background with a desk in the foreground — Photo by Jason Leung on Unsplash

A wide range of exciting events are taking place in libraries this month. There are craft, fitness and Lego events for children, performances of Christmas Tales from Chicken Shed Theatre Trust and talks on the History and Residents of Willesden Jewish Cemetery, Icelandic Noir and how Hong Kongers have settled in new countries. There’s a cello performance and a Jack and the Beanstalk panto devised and performed by library staff.

Creative Communities is a Barnet Council initiative, led by the Library Service to deliver a programme of events, activities and experiences for local residents in Barnet.

For more information and booking details visit www.barnet.gov.uk/creative-communities-events or pick up a booklet in libraries now.

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