Adult reading groups in Lewisham
Reading groups are an informal opportunity for over 16s to share reading experiences. We host reading groups at each of our nine branches. You can see a list of upcoming dates and times here, or you can drop into the library for details of when to come along – new members are always welcome.
Chatterbooks! The book club for children
All children are welcome to join our new book club for games, quizzes, art, and chatter about your favourite books.
Lewisham Library
First Wednesday of every month
4-5pm Children's library
Also, Downham library holds a chatterbooks reading groups on the first Tuesday of the month for 5-7 year olds and on the second Tuesday for 8-11 year olds from 3.30-4.30pm.
Children under 8 must be acompanied by an adult.
Favourite beach read
The winner of the favourite beach read survey was Barbara Pym. Although we didn't get more than one vote for any one book - we did get numerous votes for different books by Barbara Pym, who has written novels such as A Glass Of Blessings and An Academic Question. Thanks to everyone who voted.
Previous surveys
Thank you to everyone who took part in the previous online polls. The winners were as follows:
- The funniest book ever: Catch 22 by Joseph Heller
- The best childrens book ever: The Wind In The Willows by Kenneth Grahame.
Watch out for future online polls.
What have you been reading?
Would you like to recommend a recently read book to your fellow library users? If so please submit a short review/synopsis into any member of staff, and we will list the best recommendations on the website in forthcoming weeks.