Winter Warmers

Brighten your day: bottle lamp workshop

Transform an ordinary glass bottle into a stunning decorative lamp at this free creative upcycling workshop. Join us for an engaging morning where you will use a choice of designs to craft a bespoke, illuminated piece to take home. The technique used is simple, so the workshop is suitable for everyone.

All materials will be provided.

• Thursday 27 March 2025 - 10.30am to 12.30pm, Twickenham Library

Magnificent music of Jane Austen

An evening with The Cordial Consort.

Experience an enchanting evening of historical music performed by the acclaimed ensemble, The Cordial Consort.

To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the birth of Jane Austen, immerse yourself in an exquisite selection from her family’s musical collection – a treasure trove of 600 regency-era pieces. Free event, funded by Richmond Council’s Community Spaces.

• Date: Thursday 27 March 2025
• Time: 7 to 8pm
• Location: Teddington Library
• Price: Free event, booking required

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Get swishing with a clothing swap

Swishing is so simple. Just bring in your unwanted clothing garments* and exchange them for tokens; then come back later to choose alternative items to take home and enjoy.

Drop off between 11.30am and 1pm. Choose items between 2 and 3.30pm.

*All donated items must be in good condition, with no more than ten unwanted items per person.

• Saturday 29 March 2025 - 11.30am to 3.30pm, Richmond Library Annexe, Quadrant Road, Richmond TW9 1DH
• Saturday 12 April 2025 - 11.30am to 3.30pm, Whitton Library, 141 Nelson Road, Twickenham TW2 7BB