A day-long programme of talks, exhibitions, stalls from local organisations,and children’s activities. The day is loosely focused on the period a century ago, just before the outbreak of World War I. This was a time of social and political change, sometimes controversial, and for the small number of people who could afford it, of extravagance. Continue reading Lambeth Archives open day: 1913 – Edwardian swansong 28 Sept
Category Archives: Events
Sources for House History Workshops 25th Sept
If you found the recent session about Herne Hill houses and their history interesting, and want to find out more about yours, Lambeth Archives are running a workshop for anyone interested in tracing the history of houses in Lambeth. These workshops are a great starting point. Continue reading Sources for House History Workshops 25th Sept
Open House London – Sat 21-Sun 22 Sept
The Carnegie Library will be featured in Open House London on both Saturday and Sunday 21-22 September this year, from 9.00 - 5.00.
There will be guided tours of the building, including non-public areas, refreshments and special display.
More volunteers to steward, guide or serve tea would be welcome: please get in touch if you can help.
Find out more about what's being opened up in Lambeth on Open House London
Big Health Debate + Diabetes Awareness Session – Wed 18 Sept
The Herne Hill Medical Practice and Patient Participation Group are hosting an information evening at the Carnegie Library:
- GP and Chair of Lambeth Commissioning Group, Adrian McLachlan will be hosting the Big Health Debate
- A diabetes specialist nurse will be discussing diabetes awareness as well as a service that provides healthy lifestyle options
Come along and get involved this Wednesday 18th September, 6pm-8.30pm at the Carnegie library.
Local Cubs visit the Carnegie garden – Fri 7 Jun
Approximately 20 Cubs from the 5th Camberwell troop descended on the Library after hours on Friday 7th June to indulge in extreme weed clearance and hedge cutting. Armed with the Friends' stock of trowels, safety gloves and (supervised) secateurs, they set to work with abandon. This activity, undertaken as part of the Cub Scouts' mission to give back to the community, formed part of the requirements to achieve the Community challenge badge which the pack have been working toward. Continue reading Local Cubs visit the Carnegie garden – Fri 7 Jun