Author Archives: Chew Valley Library

Harry Potter Night 2022 Muggles and would be wizards gathered at Chew Valley Library to board the Hogwarts Express to Hogwarts. During their journey they explored the many different kinds of magical transportation found within the Harry Potter stories before taking part in a potion making session……….Colour changing bat broth! The library café was alsoContinue reading “Harry Potter Night 2022”

Bunny vs Monkey December 2021 At Chew Valley Library we held a Christmas Event based round the characters of Bunny and Monkey. This included drawing, table games and listening to the story The Real Santa from Bunny vs Monkey – The Human Invasion – Jamie Smart….naturally followed by a visit from Santa himself, who cameContinue reading “Bunny vs Monkey December 2021”

October Craft Activities During Black History Month we explored the lives of Black Women – Mary Seacole, Rosa Parks, Tessa Sanderson and Raven Wilkinson. We continue to explore the lives of Black women as part of Black History Month Create your very own hand print… add it to the peace wreath as part of ourContinue reading “October Craft Activities”

Summer Reading Challenge 2021 16 children called into the library to collect their certificates and medals from Dr Phil Hammond on the morning of the 11th September. They had all enjoyed reading a variety of books over the summer and talked about their favourite book or story. After receiving their certificate and medal,  for completingContinue reading “Summer Reading Challenge 2021”

August Craft Afternoons During the month of August 2021 on Thursdays (2.30-4.30) we hosted craft afternoons. Activities included creating and making: Animal masks. Making wild flower bombs for the garden. Paws and Claws and stories. Modelling using recycled materials. Word searches, colouring sheets + more… Our cafe was also be open with the usual selectionContinue reading “August Craft Afternoons”