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Richmond’s Natural Heritage |  |
Explore the borough’s natural heritage, flagship conservation work, and the environmental pressures shaping Richmond’s future - and discover why protecting this landscape matters.
The Reminiscence Café meets monthly to celebrate history and culture and is a great way to connect with local residents. |
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Digital drop-ins tour |  |
If you would like quickfire assistance using your tablet or mobile phone, bring it along to one of our roving drop-in sessions. We are also delighted to be working with an NHS digital care coordinator, who will be available to answer any questions you may have about the NHS App.
When we are busy, advice may be limited to 10 minutes per person to make sure everyone gets support. |
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If you would like quickfire assistance using your tablet or mobile phone, bring it along to one of our roving drop-in sessions. We are also delighted to be working with an NHS digital care coordinator, who will be available to answer any questions you may have about the NHS App.
When we are busy, advice may be limited to 10 minutes per person to make sure everyone gets support. |
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Ready, set... navigate! |  |
This friendly, hands-on session will show you how to use Citymapper, Google Maps, and TfL Go to plan journeys and travel confidently. Learn how to:
• Plan public transport routes
• Check live updates and accessibility information
• Compare journey options
Perfect for beginners. Come along and learn at your own pace.
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Spring Craft Fair |  |
Come and enjoy relaxed shopping at Twickenham Library. Discover a wonderful range of bespoke goods from local crafters - perfect for finding a unique gift or treating yourself! |
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Story Time and Baby Rhyme Time |  |
Each library holds a weekly free baby rhyme time for very young children accompanied by adults. Plus ,you can enjoy our free, weekly story time sessions once your child is a little older.
Come join in the fun with songs, rhymes, and stories - all are welcome at these free drop-in sessions! |
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Each library holds a weekly free baby rhyme time for very young children accompanied by adults. Plus, you can enjoy our free, weekly story time sessions once your child is a little older. Come join in the fun with songs, rhymes, and stories - all are welcome at these free drop-in sessions!
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Libby reads |  |
We are inviting readers to join Libby Reads, the global digital book club from Libby, a Digital Library reading app.
From March 26 - April 9, library card holders can enjoy Meet the Neighbors a heartfelt and unique look at the inner life of animals, by Brandon Keim.
Access the title as an eBook or audiobook for free with no waitlists or holds through Libby. |
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We are inviting readers to join Libby Reads, the global digital book club from Libby, a Digital Library reading app.
From March 26 - April 9, library card holders can enjoy Meet the Neighbors a heartfelt and unique look at the inner life of animals, by Brandon Keim.
Access the title as an eBook or audiobook for free with no waitlists or holds through Libby. |
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Know Your Place 2026 is coming! |  |
The Know Your Place heritage festival showcases the people and places that have shaped the vibrant cultural borough you can see today.
Through a carefully curated programme of events, exhibitions, talks, walks, tours, and workshops, the festival has celebrated and engaged residents and visitors with the borough's rich local history for over a decade. |
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New French Conversation Group at Twickenham Library |  |
Want to boost your French skills in a relaxed, friendly setting? Join our new French Conversation Group for intermediate learners and practise speaking with a native French facilitator. |
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Second and Fourth Thursday of the month, starting 23rd April
2.00pm – 3.30pm
Twickenham Library
Free event - no booking required |
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World Book Night
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This year we will be distributing free copies of Derek Owusu's Hunger Pains. This is a Quick Reads title written in an accessible and easy-to-read style.
Copies will be distributed to community spaces; you can collect your free copy from Richmond Information & Reference Library.
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Pride & Pages: LGBTQ+ book group |
Joining a reading group is an excellent way to connect with your local community, make friends, and explore new literary genres.
Friday 24 April
5.00pm – 6.00pm East Sheen Library
For this month's meeting, we will be discussing The fifth season by N. K. Jemisin. Please speak to staff at East Sheen Library to request a copy of the book. |
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London Borough of Richmond upon Thames Library Services, The Cottage, Little Green, Richmond TW9 1QH
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