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Space Chase – Taking the Challenge in the Library!

Posted on July 20, 2019 by LBHF Libraries

LBHF Libraries are venturing into space this summer on the anniversary of the moon landing. At Hammersmith Library they are rocketing amongst the planets whilst ‘Ronnie’ the Space Chase robot meets and greets those taking the Reading Agency’s Space Chase … Continue reading →

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Creative writing with Joy Rhoades

Posted on February 10, 2017 by LBHF Libraries

Have you always wanted to write but are not sure where to start? Have stories that you want to tell on paper but don’t know how? Joy Rhoades’ recent creative writing workshop at Hammersmith Library helped 25 budding writers with … Continue reading →

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Ben Aaronovitch at Hammersmith Library

Posted on December 1, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

Hammersmith Library was very lucky to host a visit from author Ben Aaronovitch, part of his tour to promote the latest novel featuring Peter Grant, “The Hanging Tree.” For those of you unfamiliar with Ben’s books, the “Rivers of London” … Continue reading →

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Creepy Crawly Craft in the Library!

Posted on August 25, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

As part of the Summer Reading Challenge, Hammersmith Library bugged out with a creepy crawly craft session. Inspired by our visit from Thelma the real Tarantula, we created our own dinner plate sized spiders, using tissue paper and large amounts of … Continue reading →

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The Franco British Exhibition

Posted on May 16, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

Uxbridge Road Entrance Arch to the Franco British Exhibition I recently purchased a newly published book entitled ‘Shepherd’s Bush behind the Scenes’ by Hermione Cameron. It’s full of fascinating old photos of Shepherds Bush and has a section on the … Continue reading →

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Pub Rock, Punk & Sex Pistols in Hammersmith

Posted on April 25, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

To tie in with this year’s Cityread London, Hammersmith Library has been celebrating rebellion through our local musical heritage. Legendary rock venue Hammersmith Odeon (now Apollo) has hosted just about everyone, including such superstars as the Beatles, Neil Young, Bruce … Continue reading →

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Fulham Town Hall

Posted on April 15, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

Fulham Town Hall was completed in 1890 and two later extensions were built in 1904 and 1934.  It is now listed as Grade II*.   In 2011 the Council decided that the few remaining offices in the town hall should be … Continue reading →

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Family history and Hammersmith Library

Posted on February 3, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

On Tuesday the 19th of January I was joined by a very of enthusiastic group of genealogists. They wanted to delve further into their family’s pasts and I was just as determined to show them how they could do so … Continue reading →

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John Connolly Reading Challenge

Posted on January 18, 2016 by LBHF Libraries

Dare you enter the world of Charlie Parker? Described as the finest crime series currently in existence” John Connolly’s dark and haunting novels can be compared to Lee Child, Stephen King and Nordic Noir amongst others. Hammersmith and Fulham Libraries are … Continue reading →

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Christmas for the Under Fives at Hammersmith

Posted on December 23, 2015 by LBHF Libraries

  Christmas came early to Hammersmith Library with our special Festive extravaganzas for the under fives. Chico the Monkey and Kevin the Crow wore their special hats and joined in the fun with Mrs Christmas and her musical team. At … Continue reading →

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