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A date for your diary folks Bexley Central Library and Local Studies and Archives Centre is hosting a North West Kent FHS pop-in on Saturday, 21st September 10am - 1pm. Everyone is welcome, It's a drop-in session so no pre-booking required At Bexley Central Library #NWKFHS
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Join the Summer Reading Challenge 2024 at @BexleyLibraries! 📚🌞 Kids aged 4-11 can read anything—fiction, non-fiction, joke books, or eBooks—and earn rewards for each book. Read 6 books to get a medal and certificate. More info at ➡️ ow.ly/r4Tu50SuLob
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@RIBAJ focus on Sidcup's impressive new library and cinema! 📚📽️ @SidcupStorytllr @BexleyLibraries
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DRDH’s new library and cinema architectures negotiates domestic and commercial to help open a new chapter for Sidcup’s suburban high street, reports Michèle Woodger ow.ly/8CpZ50RgSml
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Tom Mitchell's 'How to Stop the End of the World!' Embark on a thrilling adventure with Tom & his funny new book for kids aged 9+ Thursday 11 Apr 2024 14:30 - 15:30 Central Library, Bexleyheath To book a free ticket visit our Eventbrite page eventbrite.co.uk/o/bexley-li…
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I want to use #SagaSaturday #StrictlySagaGirls to thank all the lovely readers who turned up to listen to my talk at Central Library Bexleyheath this week It was wonderful to say hello to old readers and meet new ones. Thanks also to the staff. xx @BexleyLibraries @panmacmillan
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Bexley Archives@BexleyArchives4 Mar 2024
Tickets are still available for the next talk at Local Studies in the Central Library, Bexleyheath on Saturday 16 March at 2.30pm when Malcolm Barr Hamilton will reveal the secrets of the borough’s many listed buildings. #listedbuildings #LocalStudies #BexleyArchives #LBofBexley
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Screening of Lilting for LGBT+ History Month Saturday, 10 February- The doors open at 6 pm and the film starts at 6:30 pm. Bostall Library, Bexleyheath This is a FREE event. However, booking is essential. Book your tickets- eventbrite.co.uk/e/lgbt-hist… #LGBTplusHM
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Own a small business or looking to start a small business in Bexley? Come to BBE’s FREE Business Support Drop-In session to learn more about the Council’s Talking Business support service. Wednesday, 14 February, Crayford Library Express your interest via forms.microsoft.com/e/Tgr2rh…
Own a small business or looking to start a small business in Bexley? Come to BBE’s FREE Business Support Drop-In session to learn more about the Council’s Talking Business support service Wednesday, 14 January, Crayford Library Express your interest via https://forms.microsoft.com/e/Tgr2rhn7qq

ALT Own a small business or looking to start a small business in Bexley? Come to BBE’s FREE Business Support Drop-In session to learn more about the Council’s Talking Business support service Wednesday, 14 January, Crayford Library Express your interest via https://forms.microsoft.com/e/Tgr2rhn7qq

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When Sidcup Library moved to new premises staff found a small stash of long sold-out publications. These rare editions will be on sale at Local Studies today, prior to our closure for the Christmas and New Year holidays. #LocalHistory #LocalStudies #LBofBexley #BexleyArchives
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Penny Duggan@tuppenceforthem28 Nov 2023
Tickets now available for talk at #LocalStudies on Sat. 16 Dec. 2.30pm when Brian Spurrell will explore the fascinating history of Erith and Belvedere Football Club. Copies of his book A Century of Deres will also be available. Contact @BexleyArchives for tickets. @LBofBexley
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Christmas events begin this weekend 2nd December, 10am-4pm.Stalls, Entertainer, Face painting, Tombola, Arts & Crafts, Tea & Coffee and a special performance Full Details can be found here sidcuppartners.co.uk #sidcup #thumbsupsidcup #sidcuppartners #christmas #workingtogether
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Free Christmas Jumper Upcycling Workshop on Monday 4 Dec from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Thamesmead Library, The Nest, SE2 9FA. Come along with an old, plain(ish) jumper or top and make into a Christmas jumper fit for any event! Visit- ow.ly/bnQV50Q7rJR #GreenBexley
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Can you help local children take on a reading challenge? Volunteer with @BexleyLibraries to help run the Summer Reading Challenge from Saturday 8 July to Saturday 9 September. More information ➡️ bexley.gov.uk/news/can-you-h…
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OED Word of the Day: prebuttal, n. A statement made in anticipation of a criticism or question; a pre-emptive rebuttal. View the full entry, here: oed.com/view/Entry/246317?ut…
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Thamesmead Library staff have beenE busy moving equipment into their brand-new home in the Nest Library and Community Building in Cygnet Square from the old Binsey Walk site this week #MakingBexleyEvenBetter @BexleyLibraries @ThamesmeadLDN
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The Sidcup Storyteller library and café will need to temporarily close while some essential works take place in the new building. The one-week closure will take place from 6 to 10 March. More here ow.ly/jHvv50N2eqh
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Toy Swap at Blackfen Community Library 📅Thu, 23 Feb, 09:45 am – 11:30 am You can bring along at least one (max 4) good quality, unwanted toys/figures/games - no bigger than shoe box size, which you can then swap for a new toy. Details: eventbrite.co.uk/e/free-toy-… #GreenBexley
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Local cost of living support, information and advice from the Council & partners at the ‘Cost of Living’ bus in the Broadway, Bexleyheath on Monday 20.2 from 10am to 4pm. Based at the Job Centre Plus - come along and find out more.
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EVENT CANCELLED Unfortunately, tomorrow’s talk at Bexley Local Studies Centre -An Armchair Ramble through Danson Park, Wednesday 25th January, 2.30pm has been cancelled. Click on the link for more info arena.yourlondonlibrary.net/…
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OED Word of the Day: groceteria, n. In North American English: a grocery store at which customers select the goods themselves and pay the cashier as they leave, rather than being attended to by a member of staff. View the full entry, here: oed.com/view/Entry/81684?utm…
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