Summer Activity Programme

Wondering how to keep the children entertained and active during their school holidays?

We're pleased to announce that Stoneleigh Library is hosting a series of activities for children of all ages this summer.

During the month of August, on Mondays, there will be story time and craft sessions for the younger ones.  On Tuesdays we'll have local history workshops and adventures for 7-years plus. Older children will have informal sessions on Thursdays, where they can be creative or just socialise together – and all children are welcome to our drop-in Lego sessions (Saturdays).

All activities are free; advance booking is recommended for some sessions.  For more information – session details, dates and times – please see our Special Events page.

Spend 15 minutes outdoors this summer and help protect UK wildlife

This summer, we're inviting everyone at Stoneleigh Community Library to take part in the Big Butterfly Count 2026, a nationwide survey run by the wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation.

The count opens from 1st July to 9th August. Simply watch for butterflies and day-flying moths for 15 minutes in bright weather, then record what you see. It couldn't be simpler, and every sighting helps scientists monitor wildlife health across the UK.

A free identification chart and smartphone app are available to help you get started.

Take part at bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/about

Saturday 4th July 2026
to Saturday 12th September 2026

Let's Read to the Beat this summer!

If you want to ensure your child continues their reading journey over the summer holidays then look no further than the Summer Reading Challenge. A firmly established annual event, it's suitable for all reading abilities.

The theme this year is 'Read to the Beat'. Children will discover diverse musical genres and cultural influences through specially curated reading lists and engaging activities that celebrate the connection between storytelling and sound.

So come along to Stoneleigh Community library to get started with your Challenge. It runs from Saturday 4th July through to Saturday 12th September.

Go to our Special Events page for details and how to join.

Thursday 10th September 2026
7:00 pm to 9:30 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)

Stoneleigh Library will be delighted to welcome widely acclaimed author Nikki Smith for a very special evening event on Thursday 10th September 2026.

Her latest book, All In Her Head, is a psychological thriller about obsession and deceit that keeps readers gripped from the first page.

We look forward to being with Nikki in conversation with our hostess, Wendy; hearing about her background, motivation and approach to writing – and her path to becoming a best-selling author.

Places are limited so to avoid disappointment, please head to our Special Events page for more information on how to book your place.

Tired of doom scrolling? Had enough of box sets? Wanting a change from games and puzzles? Then how about trying the Surrey Library Quest? Part of the National Year of Reading 2026, this challenge is designed for those who seldom read as well as for regular readers.

It's simple and it's fun – the quest tasks will add interest and diversity to your reading – with the chance of being entered into a prize draw when you've completed the challenge!

This event started on 5th March, World Book Day, and runs through to 28th November 2026.

To find out what you need to do, visit the Special Events page or pick up a leaflet from the library.

Due to the popularity of these events, we're planning more in the future.

We're looking forward to meeting Nikki Smith in September.  This promises to be another sell-out occasion, so head to our Special Events page for more information about her visit and how to book.

Keep an eye on this page to stay updated about author evenings at Stoneleigh Community Library!