Westbrook Library Friends CIC

08/06/2026

Join us for Table Tennis Club every Tuesday & Thursday 5-8pm

Westbrook Library & Community Centre

(All under 18's to be accompanied by an adult)

08/06/2026

📚✨ NEW! MATHS CONFIDENCE CLUBS ✨📚

We're excited to welcome Discovery Learning Groups to Westbrook Library & Community Centre!

These small-group maths sessions are designed to help children build confidence and enjoyment in maths through games, practical resources and hands-on learning.

Led by an experienced primary teacher with over 10 years of teaching and tutoring experience.

🌿 Years 2–3: 3:35pm – 4:15pm
🌿 Years 4–5: 4:20pm – 5:00pm

📅 Mondays 15 June – 6 July
📍 Westbrook Library & Community Centre

💷 £40 for the full 4-week programme.

🎟️ Places are limited and booking is now open.

👉 Book here:
https://bookwhen.com/discoverynookco

We look forward to welcoming some curious young mathematicians! ✨

08/06/2026

🎨✨ NEW at Westbrook Library & Community Centre! ✨🎨

Join The Craft Collective— a brand new weekly craft group starting Monday 15th June, from 6:00pm – 8:00pm.

Looking for a creative space to relax, make, and connect with others?

Join The Craft Collective

🧶 Bring your own craft project
💡 Share ideas and techniques
🤝 Meet fellow crafters
🌟 Get inspired in a friendly and welcoming environment

Whether you knit, crochet, sew, paint, scrapbook, or enjoy any other creative hobby, everyone is welcome!

📍 Westbrook Library & Community Centre
📅 Every Monday (starting 15th June)
⏰ 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Come along, get creative, and be part of our new crafting community!

07/06/2026

🎉 Today was a very special day for our library community! 🎉

Not only did we celebrate the end of National Volunteers’ Week with our very own Volunteer Party, but we also officially opened our beautiful new 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙍𝙤𝙤𝙢, which is now available for hire!

As we reflected on everything that has been achieved since taking over the stewardship of the library on 5th January, we were reminded just how incredible our volunteers are. Together, they have contributed hundreds of hours to support the library and our community. From providing a warm welcome to over 12,000 visitors, running clubs and activities, cleaning and organising spaces, moving furniture, applying for grants, and even creating a dedicated Chinese children's book section, our volunteers have truly done it all.

Today also gave us the opportunity to recognise and thank Andy from Equinix and his dad, who generously gave their time and talents to decorate our new Forest Room. Equinix kindly donated Andy’s time during the working week and has also match-funded his volunteer hours. We are incredibly grateful for their support.

🌿 The Forest Room is a calm, nature-inspired space designed to provide a welcoming and relaxing environment. It is ideal for:
• Tutoring sessions
• Small meetings (10–12 people)
• Therapy and wellbeing sessions
• Community groups and workshops

The room was officially opened by Alan Guthrie and Robert McLaren, Chair and Treasurer of Westbrook and Callands Communities Association. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Association for their generous £1,000 grant, which helped fund the room’s renovation, and for their continued support of the library over many years.

Thank you to every volunteer, supporter, donor, and community member who has helped make this possible. The library continues to thrive because of your dedication, generosity, and belief in what we can achieve together.

Thank you also to All the bless Art for providing our community art project which everyone loved. To all our volunteers for the very yummy food (including Jenirics for the scrumptious Dim Sum)

Interested in hiring a space at Westbrook Library & Community Centre? Visit https://westbrooklibrary.com/hire.html

01/06/2026

☔ Looking for something to do with the kids on a rainy afternoon?

Come along and join us this Tuesday from 3:30pm–4:30pm for a fun-filled hour the whole family can enjoy!

🍪 Our tuck shop will be open too, serving affordable snacks and hot drinks—perfect for warming up while the little ones have fun.

We'd love to see you there!

01/06/2026

01/06/2026

🎉 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐓𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲! 🎉

Today marks the start of National Volunteer Week, and it's the perfect opportunity to celebrate the incredible people who give their time, energy, and skills to support our community at Westbrook Library & Community Centre.

💙 We simply couldn't do what we do without our amazing volunteers.

From running community activities and welcoming visitors, to painting walls, making a brew, and helping behind the scenes, every volunteer plays an important role in making our centre a warm, welcoming, and thriving community space.

This week is also a special milestone for us as it marks six months since Westbrook Library Friends CIC took over this vital community hub. What an incredible six months it has been! We've seen so many positive changes, launched new activities, and welcomed thousands of visitors through our doors.

🏡 Together, we're creating something truly special and becoming the heart of the community.

Interested in getting involved?

✨ Volunteering with us is flexible and designed to fit around your life. Our easy-to-use online rota allows you to choose shifts that work for you, whether that's a couple of hours now and then or a more regular commitment.

Find out more and join our fantastic team of volunteers:
https://westbrooklibrary.com/volunteer.html

👏 Please join us in thanking all of our volunteers for everything they do. Your dedication makes a real difference every single day.

31/05/2026

🇨🇵 Les Petits Pois Fun French classes
📅 Mondays 1.30pm ages 18months - 4 years.
📍Westbrook Library & Community Centre

This coming term starting 1st June, you can expect summer themed fun - transport, a trip to the beach, under the sea, summer party and more.

Singing, dancing, stories, puppets, parachute, bubbles, crafts and play.

Our award winning classes cover all aspects of the early years framework and help to prepare your child for school.

See you there. Very limited places so book now.

Here’s the booking link for summer term starting 1st June.

The toddler class is a fast paced 45 minute themed class, packed with singing and movement, props, stories, puppets, parachute, games, crafts, bubbles and much more. We also cover all aspects of the Early Years Foundation Stage Framework so we will be encouraging your child with their developmental....

31/05/2026

We are back to our usual opening hours and activities this week commencing 1st June.

Rhyme Time / Coffee Morning will also have colouring and crafts for older siblings who may still be on holiday.