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Merton Libraries retweeted
🌿 Poetry in Wimbledon Competition 2026 is inviting UK residents aged 16 and over to submit one original, unpublished poem of up to 40 lines.
📅 Entries close: Monday 7 December at 11:59pm
🏆 Performance & prize collection: 2 March 2027
💷 Free to enter! One entry per person.
Merton Libraries retweeted
Our new Jobs and Cost of Living Events are here with opportunities for work placements, training, employment schemes, plus practical money advice and more – come along to the first one:
📍 New Horizon Centre
📅 29 October, 10.30am–1.30pm
See more 👉 news.merton.gov.uk/2026/10/1…
Merton Libraries retweeted
We’re looking for the next big ideas for the Pride in Merton Legacy Fund – your chance to help decide how we invest £3m
What could improve your neighbourhood? Think big, be ambitious – we want to hear it!
Tell us at one of our upcoming special events 👉 orlo.uk/fQRt5
ALT A graphic asking Merton residents how they would spend £3M, featuring hands holding a sign against a purple dotted background.
Merton Libraries retweeted
🌟 Apply now: Artists Work in Libraries Commission 2027/28
Bring your ideas to life in Merton Libraries and engage with local communities.
Artists across all disciplines are encouraged to apply.
⏰ Applications close 6 November 26 12pm (midday).
Apply: buff.ly/gk7CUE9
ALT Purple graphic reading “Artists Work in Libraries Commission 2027/28: Applications open!” between two glowing star emojis, with decorative arts and creativity icons along the top and bottom. Logos: Arts Council England and London Borough of Merton. Website: www.merton.gov.uk/NPO
Merton Libraries retweeted
Calling all crime fiction fans! Join us at Wimbledon Library on Tuesday 3 November at 7:15pm for a fascinating evening with acclaimed crime writers Biba Pearce and Emma Styles, hosted by local author Joy Kluver.
Book your free space: buff.ly/J4ylj7C
@JoyKluver
Merton Libraries retweeted
Its National Poetry Day!
Our poetry programmes support pupils to engage with poetry, find their voice, and build confidence to write and perform.
Sign up now for our free Young Poets Week in November: literacytrust.org.uk/program…
ALT Young person holding a microphone and performing. They are wearing glasses and a red jumper. They are in the spotlight and the background is completely dark.
Merton Libraries retweeted
🛍️ Don't miss the new Morden Market! Shop handmade items, jewellery and arts and crafts, and a good selection of food.
📍 Abbotsbury Road, Morden
📅 Sat 19 September, from 10.30am to 4.30pm
🎟️ Free to visit
ℹ️ Want to run a stall? Enquire here: orlo.uk/fv9dX
Merton Libraries retweeted
They're here! Get your first look at the 2027 £1/€1.50 books! 📚✨
From exciting adventures to laugh-out-loud stories, there's something for everyone.
Children can choose their own book from 11 February 2027, FREE with a £1/€1.50 book token.
Find out more at worldbookday.com
Merton Libraries retweeted
Looking for some reading inspiration this September? We’ve got four free online events coming up for readers, educators and library staff.
All events are free to attend. Find out more and book your place today: readingagency.org.uk/our-wor…
Which one will you be joining?
Merton Libraries retweeted
The wait is nearly over 🎉
Just 3 DAYS until we reveal the brilliant £1/€1.50 books to get more children reading for fun. 🌟
We cannot wait to show you the titles on next year's list!
Merton Libraries retweeted
🎂 Celebrate 100 years of Morden Tube station at a special birthday event with live music, an exhibition of artwork and photos and a chance to hear reflections from former station staff.
📍 Morden Tube station
📅 Saturday 12 September
🕑 11am - 4pm
👉 orlo.uk/jXoW7
Merton Libraries retweeted
It’s time to start planning your #GreenLibraries Week events for this year! Get yours on the map 📍
And check out the resources online, including posters, case studies, letter templates, suggested green reads & more!
Submit your entry here: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/7Dtf…
@CILIPinfo
Merton Libraries retweeted
Join 1,200+ Londoners and take our survey on London’s libraries.
Add your voice now:
london.gov.uk/talk-london/to…
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Merton Libraries retweeted
🎨 Explore the Ripple Arts Open Art Exhibition! 🎨
Discover a vibrant showcase of creativity during Wandle Fortnight, with free entry across two weekends at Merton Priory Chapter House.
📅 11–13 & 18–20 September
✨ Open Evening: 10 September, 6–9pm
Merton Libraries retweeted
What is your favourite thing about your local library? And what’s missing?
Share your views now to help shape the future of London’s libraries:
london.gov.uk/talk-london/to…
ALT Holborn Library display, including comfy furniture, bookshelves, and a mural
Merton Libraries retweeted
When’s the last time you visited the library?
Tell us now to help shape the future of London’s libraries: london.gov.uk/talk-london/to…
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Merton Libraries retweeted
If would like to know more about this family then join this free talk at West Barnes Library, Motspur Park tomorrow at 10:30am.
Merton Libraries retweeted
📣 Your local library needs you
City Hall and @LDNLibraries want to know how you think your local library could be made even better.
Take our short survey now to have your say: london.gov.uk/talk-london/to…
ALT Seven people sat around a table, completing a paper craft activity at a library workshop
Merton Libraries retweeted
Find out how we're supporting libraries to make the most of the #NationalYearOfReading2026 @Go_All_In_2026 👉
readingagency.org.uk/how-the…
Explore our resources here: readingagency.org.uk/resourc…
#GoAllIn2026
Merton Libraries retweeted
Zapraszamy na spotkanie z Patrykiem Zalaszewskim - jednym z najciekawszych młodych głosów współczesnej literatury polskiej, autorem nagradzanego zbioru opowiadań "Luneta z rybiej głowy".
buff.ly/vTY2dRE
Please note: This event will be in Polish
