Catherine Lusted on an upcoming programme of events

Creative Communities is a council initiative, led by the library service to deliver a programme of events, activities and experiences for local residents. A wide range of exciting events are being planned and delivered for children, teens and adults.

The new programme for October to December is out now. Highlights include an open mic poetry night with Michael Rosen and a talk on the history of Hendon Aerodrome.

For older adults and their carers, art workshops and exercise sessions take place at Chipping Barnet and Colindale libraries as part of the Loving Life programme. There are also events for Black History Month, including Gathering Voices, a creative writing workshop celebrating the voices, stories and legacy of older Black residents in Barnet and a DJ workshop for children featuring Afrobeats.

There’s plenty of fun in half term for children, including Halloween crafts and a theatre show.

For the latest updates on Creative Communities and information about events and activities across Barnet Libraries sign up for the library newsletters or pick up a Creative Communities booklet from your local library.

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