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.

Summer Storytime and Craft – CHANGE OF DATE

Doggy tales including Bluey and Paw Patrol; Mini-modelling.

Please note original date 17th August has been changed – this activity will take place on
Monday 24th August  from 2.30 pm to 4.00 pm.

Congratulations to Tim Sullivan – winner of the CWA Dagger in the Library award for 2026!

Tim Sullivan Author With Wendy

We're thrilled to announce the success of our recent author event guest Tim Sullivan, who has won the 2026 Dagger in the Library award.

"I still can't quite believe it! I am absolutely thrilled. The prize is awarded by the Crime Writers Association for an author whose body of work is particularly popular with libraries. As it is also chosen by librarians it really means a lot to me. Honestly, I am so chuffed!"

Tim was a hugely entertaining speaker. We enjoyed his company on 10th June 2026 and we're grateful to him for the gift copy of his latest award winning novel: The Tailor.  If you can't find it on our shelves then remember you can reserve it online or via the Surrey Libraries app.

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!