Merton celebrates library volunteers
Merton’s award winning libraries are celebrating Volunteers’ Week by saying thank you to its volunteers for the fantastic contribution they make to their service.
Category Archives: Libraries
Merton’s libraries to get even better with funding to create children’s sensory areas
Themed sensory areas will be created in all of Merton’s libraries for all children, with additional services being provided for special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) children.
Council sets its budget for 2019/20
Merton Council agreed its budget for 2019/20 at last night’s full Council meeting (6 March). Due to funding cuts from the Government, the council has had to make savings of […]
Merton Council launch Tune In
In collaboration with critically acclaimed bassist Jah Wobble, Merton Council are launching ‘Tuned In’, which will provide free weekly sessions for participants to meet new people and play an instrument […]
Merton libraries praised by Minister for Service Excellence
The Culture Minister Michael Ellis MP, who includes public libraries in his portfolio, applauded Merton’s award-winning libraries during his visit last week (Thursday 11 October).
Merton Libraries celebrate National Libraries Week
Merton’s award-winning libraries will once again be celebrating National Libraries Week, from 8-13 October, by offering the community a variety of events and activities to suit all ages.
Mayor of Merton opens first sensory library in Merton
From magical forest seating and grass carpets to paintings of beloved book characters, children in Merton can now immerse themselves in the wonderful world of make-believe thanks to Merton Council’s […]
Local library shortlisted for Library of the Year Award
Merton’s Colliers Wood Library has been shortlisted for the Bookseller’s Library of the Year Award. The prestigious award, open to all libraries across the UK, was announced on Friday 13 July.
Summer Reading Challenge
Calling all mischievous 4-11 year olds who are ready to get involved in our fun, engaging and exciting Summer Reading Challenge, starting on Saturday 7 July and taking place in […]
Discover Merton’s history at the Heritage Discovery Day
Residents and visitors are invited to a Heritage Discovery Day being hosted by Merton Council on Saturday 12 May. The event runs from 12.30pm to 4.30pm and will take place […]
