SPOOKY STORIES
Fun, engaging writing workshops for 6-11 year olds, each with a spooky Halloween-inspired theme.
There will be games and activities designed to unleash creativity and confidence in storytelling and / or poetry.
Children are welcome to attend one or more sessions. Each workshop focuses on a different aspect of creative writing.
Spooky costumes optional!
Session 1 on 28 October - Spells & potions
Have a go at conjuring up your own spooky spell or punchy potion in the form of a poem, song lyrics or rap.
Session 2 on 29 October - Curious creatures
Create your own 'familiar', shapeshifter or creature of the night and bring your creepy character to life on the page.
Session 3 on 30 October - Ghost stories
Compose a ghostly tale brimming with atmosphere, suspense and sizzling senses, set in your very own spooky setting.
Come and join us at Wimbledon Library for this one of a kind talk by William Bird.
Sid Field: The Lost Godfather of Comedy. Who was Sid Field?
75 years ago this most enigmatic of star comedians died at his home in Wimbledon aged just 45. Join us for an illustrated talk that brings this forgotten local hero back to life and explores his legacy as the most influential comic of his era.
Not a household name until he was nearly 40, Field dominated the West End at the end of World War II and starred in the most expensive film yet made in Britain.
A funny, yet heartbreaking tale of huge success and unfulfilled promise with a star-studded cast, that takes us from working-class Birmingham to the mansions of Hollywood.
Booking is essential to attend this event.
Dive into the captivating world of steel pan playing. Regardless of your musical background, learn and play a simple melody.
Perfect for families seeking fun.
These workshops are suitable for children aged 5 and above. Adults are also welcome to take part in the fun.
They’re creepy, they’re kooky, and this Halloween… they’re coming to Merton Arts Space!
Step into the delightfully creepy world of The Addams Family for a wickedly fun mystery and a few spine-tingling surprises.
This ghoulishly entertaining show promises quirky characters, spooky shenanigans and a story that will lift your spirits!
Perfect for families, Halloween-lovers, and anyone ready to embrace the 'ooky and the spooky!
Children are welcome to come dressed as their favourite spooky characters—costumes are fangtastically encouraged!
Dive into the captivating world of steel pan playing. Regardless of your musical background, learn and play a simple melody.
Perfect for families seeking fun.
These workshops are suitable for children aged 5 and above. Adults are also welcome to take part in the fun.
Come and join us for a Lego Education sessions at Morden library.
We will be hosting weekly sessions starting at 4pm on Monday 13th October 2025.
The sessions are aimed at 7 - 11 year olds and the children will be working in groups.
Booking essential.
Family friendly sessions open to everyone age 12 and above.- Bring your own laptop and get help setting up the software- Learn basics of 3D design- Print your own design- Learn 3D scanningFirst person ready to print gets to choose the colour of the filament.Designs have to be no larger than 3 cubic inches in size.Printouts will be ready for collection the following week.
Come and join us for a Lego Education sessions at Morden library.
We will be hosting weekly sessions starting at 4pm on Monday 13th October 2025.
The sessions are aimed at 7 - 11 year olds and the children will be working in groups.
Booking essential.
Spark your creativity and let your imagination run wild.LEGO Spike creations programmed with Scratch can feature a number of different technologies like gyroscopes, accelerometers, colour sensors, light matrix, motors, distance and force sensors.LEGO Spike sets are a brilliant introduction to the science of robotics, coding and a great way to encourage children to develop critical and abstract thinking. Projects correlate with STEM curriculum and prepare children to solve more complex problems.Children will be divided into age groups so that both younger and older children will be able to explore their ideas during the same session.
Come and join us for a Lego Education sessions at Morden library.
We will be hosting weekly sessions starting at 4pm on Monday 13th October 2025.
The sessions are aimed at 7 - 11 year olds and the children will be working in groups.
Booking essential.