Are you green fingered, or aspire to be?
Join us on Wednesday 11 June for a
Coffee Morning and Plant Swap, 10.30 - 12.00 pm.
We'll be chatting all things plants and gardening. Plus, if you have any spare plants bring them along to swap!
@SurreyLibraries #GreatBigGreenWeek

If you missed the Fantasy: Realms of Imagination exhibition @britishlibrary earlier this year, then good news! Opening on Thurs 9 May, the free display at Reigate library explores the rich diversity of the
fantasy genre from folklore to manga. Where will your journey take you?

Reigate Library has been open on Mondays since the beginning of 2024, to provide an additional service whilst @RedhillLibrary has been offering a temporary service out of an alternative location.

Today (25/03) is the last Monday that Reigate Library will be open, 10am-4pm. (1/3)

Come and celebrate #WorldBookDay with us!

We have special storytimes at 4 pm on Thursday 7 and Friday 8 March. Join us in costume and get a reward!

Free event, no need to book.

@SurreyLibraries

We're proud to be a stop on the Rainbowsaurus libraries tour!

Drop in to meet bestselling author and illustrator @MrSteveAntony and take part in the story time and draw-a-long!

Friday 23 February, 4pm - 4.45pm

Free event, no need to book!

@SurreyLibraries

Due to exceptional circumstances Reigate will be closed for the rest of today, Thursday 4 January. Rest assured, we will be open tomorrow, Friday 5 January, as usual.
Many apologies for an inconvenience caused.
@SurreyLibraries

Don't forget that we'll be closing a little earlier than usual on Saturday 23 December, and will then be closed for the festive period until 9.30 am on Thursday 28 December!

Season's Greetings to you all!

@SurreyLibraries

Thank you so much to everyone who kindly donated to the @StripeyStork gifts campaign at Reigate Library this year. They were collected this morning and are greatly appreciated.
@SurreyLibraries

Exciting news - the Winter Mini Challenge is here!

Children can sign up online at wintermini.org.uk to set their reading target, and to enjoy loads of extra fun activities - it's well worth taking a look!

#ReadySetRead #WinterMiniChallenge
@SurreyLibraries

Our Christmas Craft Fair is in full swing - pop down for gifts, refreshments and more! It'll be going until 4! 😁🎄

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We have a few tables left at our Christmas Craft and Gift Fair, so if you'd like to join us for a fun, friendly and festive day, please drop us an email: reigate.library@surreycc.gov.uk

@SurreyLibraries

To help Stripey Stork in their vital work supporting vulnerable families across Surrey, we're collecting donations of Christmas chocolate, Lego, or toiletries at Reigate Library

Please donate if you can and help make someone's Christmas! 🌲

@SurreyLibraries
@StripeyStork

Collect your FREE TREE from Reigate Library on Saturday 18 November! Drop in any time from 9.30am-12pm.
Trees will be given out on a first come, first served basis.

By planting a tree you'll be contributing to Surrey's Greener Future! 🌳

@SurreyLibraries

Calling all crafters, makers and bakers!
We are holding our second annual Christmas Craft and Gift Fair at Reigate library on Saturday 25 November.
If you'd like to rent a table to sell your products please email: reigate.library@surreycc.gov.uk
@SurreyLibraries

Drop in and join us tomorrow, Saturday 7 October at 2pm. We're screening a live stream from the British Library on Greening Your Home.
FREE event. Suitable for adults.
Pop in and learn more.
#GreenLibrariesWeek #FunPalaces

@SurreyLibraries @librariesweek

To celebrate this year's #NationalPoetryDay, we've created a FREE 90-minute crash course on reading, writing and performing poetry for adults & teens. Perfect for budding bards from 13 to 113!
Sat 7 Oct, 10.30am - 12pm
For more info: tinyurl.com/zf2u88np
@SurreyLibraries

Don't know about you, but this looks like perfect Crafternoon weather to us...

Every Wednesday, 2.30 to 4 pm - you bring your own craft, we'll put the kettle on!

@SurreyLibraries

There's just over one week left to complete this year's #SummerReadingChallenge
Join us on Saturday 16 Sept, 10am - 4pm, for our 'Countdown to Completion' Sports Day - finish the challenge, collect your certificate & medal and have some sporty fun!

@SurreyLibraries

Don't forget, our Wednesday Crafternoon Club has now gone weekly!
Same time, 14.30 - 16.00; same place, Reigate library - just oodles more crafty, chatty time every month!
What could be better?! 🤩

See you this afternoon!

@SurreyLibraries

Pebble is getting out and about this afternoon at Surrey Pride! If you’re in Reigate, come say hi! They’ve already found friends from @AmbulanceStjohn and @Blossomlgbt ❤️🌈
@SurreyLibraries @SurreyNews

Come and see @SurreyLibraries at Reigate Pride today! Books to borrow, information from libraries and Surrey Heritage and more! It’s going to be a great day 🌈
@PrideInSurrey @SurreyNews

Only two weeks to go!

Make sure you pop in to complete the #SummerReadingChallenge2023 soon. Collect your medal and certificate, and have your photo taken on the podium in front of a cheering crowd!

@SurreyLibraries

Reigate Library will open late today (Thursday 7 September) as an incident in town means the road is inaccessible.
We apologise for any inconvenience and will update this message when we reopen.
@SurreyLibraries

Three weeks left!

Are you nearing the finish line on our #SummerReadingChallenge racetrack? Don't worry, there's still time to make it... you have until 23 September to complete!

@SurreyLibraries

Four weeks to go!
How far along our #SummerReadingChallenge racetrack are you? There's still plenty of time to make it to the finish... you have until 23 September to complete!

@SurreyLibraries

#OTD 23 August 1826, Anne Lister & her lover Marianna Lawton were visiting #Reigate!
Exactly 197 years on, we've just installed a fab display from @SurreyHeritage that details that visit. View during our normal opening hours until the end of September.
@SurreyLibraries

Get Collecting with Redhill Philatelic Society
Thursday 27 July, 2 - 4 pm at Reigate library.
Start a new hobby or pick up some freebies to add to your collection. Design your own stamp and enter the prize draw.
Free event - all welcome!

@SurreyLibraries

Just look at all the #SummerReadingChallenge participants jostling on our start line. 🤩

A few have started hurdling their way down the track, but we're sure it won't be long before the rest of the pack begins to catch up!

@SurreyLibraries @readingagency

Our #SummerReadingChallenge Launch Day Sports Day is in full swing, with the Teddy Bear Olympics currently taking centre stage.

Don't worry if you've missed this morning's Olympic session, there'll be a re-run at 2 pm! Plus loads of other activities to try throughout the day!

One more sleep! 😁

It’s our #SummerReadingChallenge Launch Day Sports Day tomorrow, Saturday 8 July, and we’re almost ready to go!!

See you at 10 am for the fun!

@SurreyLibraries

The first Wednesday of the month is coming up and that can only mean one thing... it's Crafternoon Club time!

Join us at 2.30 pm on 5 July and get crafty!

@SurreyLibraries

We're live streaming from the Ledbury Poetry Festival tomorrow, Saturday 1 July.
Join us for fascinating talks at 10 am and 2 pm!
@SurreyLibraries

Squishy clay for seed bombs, planting seeds and making flower pot people... we're getting ready to have 'Fun with Seeds' this afternoon, lovely!

#GreatBigGreenWeek @SurreyLibraries

Our #GreatBigGreenWeek Plant Swap has been so popular that we have extended it for the rest of the week.

Pop in and swap a plant or make a donation and take home a new green friend!

@SurreyLibraries

We are hosting @AgeUKSurrey for a Services and Scam Awareness session on Friday 23 June, 10am to 12 noon
Pop in for impartial, personalised and expert advice on a wide range of issues including pensions, benefits, housing and scams.

@SurreyLibraries

It's #GreatBigGreenWeek and we are in full-on swapping mode!
Today we have a Toy Swap, 11 am - 4 pm, to exchange any unwanted, good quality toys, completely free.
Tomorrow, 14 June, 10 am - 4 pm, it's the turn of the plants!
@SurreyLibraries

Thank you so much for coming to see us @lcorbettauthor It was a fantastic evening, very entertaining and enlightening.
And thanks to @FourbearsBooks for braving the M25 on a Friday evening to bring us advanced copies of Linda's new book - so exciting!

@SurreyLibraries

It's #GreatBigGreenWeek next week and we have lots of great big events planned, including a toy swap, plant swap and recycled crafts.
For more info, check out our webpage: tinyurl.com/4bhn9txe
@SurreyLibraries @TheCCoalition

If you see strange lights/sights over #Reigate tonight, don't panic - it'll just be because we've been making rocket packs and spaceships in the library today!!

Zoom, zoom, zoom!

@SurreyLibraries

Tickets still available for our evening with romance writer Linda Corbett at Reigate Library on Friday 9 June.
Find out about Linda's writing journey & what inspired the novel readers are calling "a gorgeous, happy read that fills you with joy."
To book:
eventbrite.co.uk/e/romance-from…

We have lots of exciting events planned for half term week, including live streaming from this year's Hay Festival, crafty space-inspired fun and Lego/Duplo club.
Please see our website for further details and booking information: tinyurl.com/4bhn9txe
@SurreyLibraries

Did you know you can collect free period products from our library?
No need to ask, just help yourself from the collection tray located in our accessible toilet. surreycc.gov.uk/perioddignity #PeriodDignitySurrey #NoOneLeftBehind

Exciting news!
We are live streaming three, yes THREE, fantastic events for children from #HayFestival2023 on Saturday 27 May!

Join us for:
Julia Donaldson at 10 am
Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock at 11.30 am
Michael Rosen at 2.30 pm

Pop in to book your FREE ticket at the desk

Redhill Philatelic Society are joining us on Sat 20 May from 10am.
View their display, 'Coronations', chat about the hobby or seek advice about any stamp/postcard collections you have lurking at home!
There'll also be freebies available for kids wanting to start a collection!

Despite the weather, our tea party is already underway at Reigate Library to celebrate the #Coronation of King Charles III! 👑🌧

Many thanks to @ace_national for the funding for this community event so we can celebrate history together

@SurreyLibraries @libsconnected

It's Crafternoon Club tomorrow!
Pop along with your current WIP, have a cuppa & a chat with fellow crafters.
If you're between creations, why not knit or crochet a square to add to our 'Elmer' blanket community project - we even have yarn, needles & hooks at the desk!

We're hosting an LGBTQ+ Death Café on Wed 24 May, in partnership with SCC LGBTQ+ Staff Network & The Brigitte Trust.
So, if you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, please join us for an informal conversation about death over tea and cake!
FREE. To book: tinyurl.com/yr6yux92

To close our Chinese & British exhibition, on Saturday 22 April we're showing Chinese & British: Food Stories, where speakers from very different food backgrounds share their stories, and their passions for food.
FREE screenings at 10am, 12pm and 2pm. Drop in, no booking req.

Join us at Reigate library for a scam awareness session with @Bucks_SurreyTS
Meet a Scam Champion from Trading Standards and find out how to spot and stop a scam!

Wednesday 26 April, 10am - 12pm
No booking required, just drop in!

@SurreyLibraries

Join us for a special storytime at 2.30pm tomorrow, Wednesday 12 April. We'll be telling Chinese folk stories and tales, with the help of some puppets!
An ideal activity for wet and windy Wednesday afternoon!
@SurreyLibraries

Ling Shuhua (1900 – 1990) was a modernist writer & painter associated with the Bloomsbury Group. Her book, Ancient Melodies, written in English, was a bestselling feminist autobiography about her life in China.

Chinese and British, on display at Reigate library until 22 April

In support of the Chinese and British exhibition, U3A Banstead Mah Jong group will be showcasing this popular game of Chinese origin on Sat 15 April, 2 - 4pm.

Join us to learn more, watch a game being played & have a go yourself.

More info: surreycc.gov.uk/libraries/your…

If you are at a loose end tomorrow, Saturday 1 April, why not join us for some Easter crafting fun?

We have two sessions at 10 am and 2.30 pm. We'll making Easter bunny windchimes and cards.

£1 per child, ages 3+.
@SurreyLibraries

Chinese and British celebrates the lasting impact of Chinese communities in the UK, from wartime service and contributions to popular cuisine to achievements in literature, sport, music, fashion and film.
Currently on display at Reigate library until 22 April
@SurreyLibraries

We had a fab time with @Yijing_daydream this morning.
Inspired by the story of her childhood in China and how important memories have shaped her life & career, the children drew their own favourite memories with fantastic results!
Thanks for coming everyone!
@SurreyLibraries

It's here!

Chinese and British, a FREE exhibition created by @britishlibrary is now on display at Reigate library until 22 April.

Celebrate the history and lasting legacy of this vibrant community!

For more information: ow.ly/7T0q50Nj68S

@LKN_Libraries @SurreyLibraries

Chinese communities have been calling the UK home for much longer than many realise & have established a rich and diverse culture across the UK.
To discover more, visit the FREE Chinese and British exhibition at Reigate library between 25 March & 22 April.
@SurreyLibraries

We're delighted to welcome author @Yijing_daydream to Reigate library for an interactive story and drawing session on Saturday 25 March at 10.30am.

The event is suitable for 4-11 year olds. Tickets are £4 per child. Book here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/storytime-wi…

@SurreyLibraries

Join us for a morning of interactive storytelling and drawing session with Yijing Li, who was longlisted for the Folio Society's Book Illustration Competitions and Association of Illustrators' Prize For Illustration.
Booking details available on: eventbrite.co.uk/e/storytime-wi…

Fancy a bit of inner peace? Join us to learn the gentle art of Tai Chi on Friday 31 March, 10.30 - 11.30am
Adults and children 11 and up
Tickets £3 - book here eventbrite.co.uk/e/tai-chi-taij…
@SurreyLibraries

Get creative this Easter!
We are delighted to welcome Reigate Flower Club for a floral workshop on:
Wednesday 29 March, 10am - 12pm.
Tickets £7. Please book in advance at the library to receive your list of "ingredients".
Refreshments provided!
@SurreyLibraries

Join author Yijing Li for an interactive story and drawing session on Saturday 25 March at 10.30am.

The event is suitable for 4-9 year olds. Tickets are £4 per child. Book here: eventbrite.co.uk/e/storytime-wi…

@SurreyLibraries

Marie Curie UK are holding a drop-in session at Reigate library on Wednesday 8 March, 10am-12pm.

They will discuss supporting people and carers with end of life care, including with cost of living assistance.

Free tea and coffee will be provided.

@SurreyLibraries

Join us at 3.30 pm on World Book Day, Thursday 2 March, for a special Storytime.

And, even better, if you come in costume you can collect a reward!

Ages 3 and up, no need to book. Donations welcomed.

@SurreyLibraries

Looking for something to do in the upcoming half term? Come and join in the fun at @ReigateLibrary ! We've got stories, crafts, LEGO and more throughout the week. @SurreyLibraries

We're celebrating the power of sharing stories all this #NationalStorytellingWeek
Our next event is:

Storytelling with Helen
Date: Friday 3 February
Time: 14.30 - 16.30
Ages: 3 & up.
Free - donations welcomed

Choose an object and Helen will weave a tale all about it!

Make space in your day for a conversation about mental health this #TimeToTalk Day.

Drop in for a cuppa and a chat in our Warm Welcome space on Thursday 2 February, 10.30 - 11.30am

@SurreyLibraries

We're starting a craft club on 1st Wed afternoon of the month. Imaginatively, it'll be called the Wednesday Crafternoon Club, and anyone & everyone can join!
Just bring your current project along at 2.30pm on Wed 1 Feb, make yourself a cuppa, chat & relax with fellow crafters.

For this year's #NationalStorytellingWeek join us for a celebration of the power of sharing stories.
Make a puppet and tell us a tale in our theatre:
Saturday 28 Jan, 10.30 - 11.30 & 14.30 - 15.30.
Ages: 5 and up. £2 per child
No booking necessary, just drop in!

Fancy some Christmas crafting? Join us on Saturday 17th December to make a Christmas card from 10am - 12pm or from 2pm to 4pm 🎄 @SurreyLibraries

We're all packed away after a fantastic day!
We had such a great time at our very first Craft Fair, today, so we don't think it'll be our last!
Huge thanks to all our stallholders and visitors - we hope you all enjoyed it as much as we did!

@SurreyLibraries

Today is the day! Come and see all the amazing stalls and do some early Christmas shopping! Don't miss out, only open until 3pm. @SurreyLibraries

The countdown has begun and Christmasification of the library is well under way, it can only mean one thing... it's just a week until our very first Christmas Craft and Gift Fair!
Sat 26 November, 10 am - 3 pm for crafts, gifts, refreshments and more!
@SurreyLibraries

We are holding a Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 26 November, 10 am - 3 pm at Reigate library.
Join us for handmade crafts and gifts, plus refreshments and more!
@SurreyLibraries

The cats are out, and the pumpkins have been polished - we're almost ready for this evening's Spooky Storytime!
Join us at 5 pm for stories and fun in the library after hours!
No need to book - £1 per child
@SurreyLibraries

We're pleased to be teaming up with @StripeyStork for this year's #SantaStork2022 campaign.
Drop off selection boxes, chocolate coins & NEW toiletry gift sets at our collection point by 10 Nov and help bring a little Christmas magic to children across Surrey!
@SurreyLibraries

We have a busy week planned for half term - pangolins, myths and legends, spooky stories and more! Do come and join in the fun!

Please check our webpage for more information: surreycc.gov.uk/.../rei.../eve…

Surrey Libraries UK

This half term, we're teaming up with the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation for a fab workshop for 5-10yr olds. Learn all about pangolins and take part in a fun & creative activity!
Wed 26 Oct, 10.30 - 11.30am
Book online: tinyurl.com/2axutsbe
@SurreyLibraries
@DSWFWildlife

Writers & poets of all ages, join us in a Creative Writing Celebration in honour of this year's #LibrariesWeek.
What: poem, prose or non-fiction in 500 words or less
Theme: libraries, books, reading
Submit your work & view the T&Cs here: forms.office.com/r/51zaQnTV2E
Happy writing!

Join us on Friday 7th October at 10:30am - 12pm to listen to local author, @JanetTreanor talk about her journey into writing.
Over a coffee, we will be entertained with tales of her trials & successes and learn about what motivated her to start writing.
@SurreyLibraries

If you love reading and talking about books, then our Book Chat Café on Wednesday 5 October, 2 - 4 pm, will be right up your street!
Talk about your favourite books and authors, and share your recommendations & suggestions of what to read next!
@SurreyLibraries #LibrariesWeek

Libraries Week is just around the corner and we have a whole host of events planned!
Do join us at Reigate library and be inspired to #NeverStopLearning

#LibrariesWeek @SurreyLibraries

Exciting news!
From Wed 14 Sept, 10am - 12, we're hosting a six week 'Make Do & Mend' basic sewing course.
We'll show you the basics, how to create simple projects & mend, upcycle or recycle your clothes.
Places limited, please book by email: reigate.library@surreycc.gov.uk

Today, Reigate Library had their very own writer in residence! We were thrilled to welcome Janet Treanor this AM for a writing workshop. We loved hearing everyone’s ideas! Thank you for a lovely morning, Janet ❤️📚

@SurreyLibraries @JanetTreanor #creativewriting #amwriting

We still have a few FREE tickets left for our creative writing workshop with local author, Janet Treanor, on Thursday 25 August, 10.30 am – 12.
Ages 8 - 12.
Collect a ticket at the library desk or reserve a place by email: reigate.library@surreycc.gov.uk
@RBWrites1

From floating flowers to cannons, musical experiments to gloop and volcanoes, I think it's safe to say that we had a fantastic time at our recent Science Fair events.
Thank you to everyone who came and joined in, we hope you had as much fun as we did!
@SurreyLibraries

Calling budding writers! Join us for a creative writing workshop with local author, Janet Treanor, on Thursday 25 August, 10.30 am – 12.
Ages 8 - 12.
Collect your FREE ticket at the library desk or reserve a place by email: reigate.library@surreycc.gov.uk
@SurreyLibraries

It's nearly August already, how did that happen?
However, that means Thursday 4th is Sensory Storytime, where we books to life using our senses, including sight, smell & touch.
This time we're reading Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Hope to see you there!
@SurreyLibraries