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Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler and the Gruffalo surprise Bath children at special storytime

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Dame Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler surprised Bath nursery children with a special Gruffalo Granny storytime at Bath Central Library.



Children from a Bath nursery were treated to a very special storytime at Bath Central Library when bestselling creators Dame Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler made a surprise appearance. The pair, creators of the much-loved The Gruffalo, visited the library as part of an event organised by children’s reading charity BookTrust and publisher Macmillan Children’s...

Planetarium Show: stories in the sky at Bath Central Library

Stories in the Sky



Look up at the night sky in the planetarium dome and see if you can spot your favourite constellations, as well as a celestial storytime session with myths and stories from around the world all inspired by space and stars. Suitable for ages 4-7 years, pre-booking essential.

Drama Workshop at Bath Library

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A high-energy session led by Milena and Debbie focusing on drama games designed to get everyone moving, thinking, and giggling. With playful activities, improvisation games, and quick-fire challenges, a chance to be silly, try something new, and enjoy an hour of creative fun. No previous drama experience needed; suitable for ages 7–10 years.

Propagates day at Bath Library

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With drop-in talks, workshops and displays focused on gardens and allotments. The day will include work from the joint Bath Spa University and Bath City Farm residency programme showcasing the results of the students’ exploration of the farm. Workshops will include: making art about nature, simple printing and an opportunity to make an small insect...

Caleb Simon at Bath Library

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Caleb will perform a short set about science and space, followed by a workshop to create a spoken word piece of your own. What would a Martian say when visiting us? Can you count the stars? Suitable ages 11+ years.

Zine Workshop at Bath Library

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Ever wondered what to do with your poetry, writing or art work? How to present it? Put it in a zine! Gemma from Gemma’s Funky Art will help you design your own unique work to showcase your ideas. All materials provided but please bring ideas and art work that you would like to include. Suitable...

Speedy at Bath Library

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When Dad retires he gives his winning secret to the older brother, which causes a falling out. How do the brothers become friends again? What is the Williams’ family secret for champion racing snails? Puppets, songs and fun suitable for under 8yrs. Performances at 11:30am and 3pm.

Planetarium Show: our spectacuar sun at Bath Central Library

Our Spectacular Sun



On the day before a partial solar eclipse, learn about the science behind it, discover what’s happening on the Sun’s surface, how it affects all of us down on Earth, look at more distant stars and see what constellations you can spot in the night sky. Suitable for ages 8+ years, pre-booking essential.

Community Drop-Ins with Wessex Water





An opportunity to speak with local customer advisers to help with questions about your bill, support advice and referring, advice on saving water and avoiding blockages, water quality, plumbing and drainage. 23 July, 24 September, 10 December (Bath Central Library); 15 July, 16 September, 18 November (Chippenham Library); 8 July, 2 September, 4 November (Devizes...

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