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Get ready for candle making, festive wines, and a reimagined Goldilocks! Here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood this week.
LOCAL & COMMUNITY NEWS DIGEST
Lambeth Libraries Announce Christmas Opening Hours
Planning a festive visit to Lambeth Libraries? Holiday opening hours will vary, with early closures on Christmas Eve and a short break over Christmas and Boxing Day. Check your branch’s schedule and stock up on some cosy winter reads while you can. Find out more…
Transformation of Harroway Gardens, Battersea
Harroway Gardens in Battersea has reopened after a major transformation, now featuring a refurbished playground, outdoor gym, table tennis, and lush new green spaces. The local community played a key role in making this a greener, more welcoming space. Find out more…
Volunteers Needed at The Lunch Club, Streatham
Could you spare a few hours to make a big difference? The Lunch Club serves freshly cooked lunches to those in need in Streatham (and beyond) and relies entirely on volunteers to help prepare and serve meals, run fundraising efforts, or support outreach. Find out more…
TODAY’S PARTNER
Find inner peace at the piano with flowkey
Learn to play the songs that make you happy – whatever your level. flowkey gives you all you need to learn at your own pace: step-by-step courses, interactive practice tools, instant feedback, and thousands of beautiful pieces from all genres.
FOOD & DRINK
The Best of British at the Black Lamb, Wimbledon
The Black Lamb champions the very best of English produce, serving beautifully seasonal dishes alongside an excellent list of English wines. This Christmas, their special lunch menu leans into those fresh, local flavours - perfect for a festive feast done properly. Find out more…
Donday Korea, Battersea Rise
It’s not just K-Pop that put Korea on the map, their cuisine is also next-level. Donday Korea in Battersea Rise serves up classic dishes such as Bibimbap and Deopbab, as well their house speciality Bulgogi. Feeling brave? Why not try a glass (or two!) of Soju? Find out more…
Whole Bunch Wines, Earlsfield
If you’re not yet familiar, Whole Bunch is Earlsfield’s go-to wine shop. From natural bottles by small producers to big, comforting Burgundies, they’ve got everything you need to stay stocked all Christmas. (Top tip - keep an eye out for their regular tasting events!) Find out more…
Fancy an alternative to pigs-in-blankets this Christmas? Colombo Kitchen is a multi-award winning Sri Lankan restaurant offering a two- or three-course festive menu, including Ceylon spiced pork belly and pan-seared stone bass. Find out more…
FAMILY FUN
Wandsworth Town Christmas Festival
Pop Saturday 6 December in your diary - Wandsworth is throwing a full-blown festive bash! Expect Santa, the Grinch, live performances, a brilliant makers’ market, mouth-watering street food, games galore and, of course, the sparkling Christmas lights switch-on. Find out more…
Parent and Toddler Art Classes, Tooting Market
Want a way for your little ones to get messy and creative, minus any ‘artistic’ hand prints on your walls? Love Art Classes run weekly toddler sessions, 10.30am every Thursday in Tooting Market. Aprons provided! Find out more…
Lambeth and Balham Gymnastics Academy
Get your kids moving, flipping and having fun at Lambeth & Balham Gymnastics. From preschool sessions to advanced squad training, there’s a class for every level. Build confidence, strength and skills with expert coaches in a brilliant local gym. Find out more…
Oldilocks and the Three Bears, Omnibus Theatre
Garlic Theatre presents their re-imagining of a fairy tale classic! Finding a teddy bear in the park leads Oldilocks on an epic forest adventure. Shows run from 10-21 December and tickets start at £7 for under-12s. Find out more…
THE IVY - £100 VOUCHER
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ENTERTAINMENT
Muppets Christmas Carol Karaoke, Clapham Grand
As if The Muppets Christmas Carol couldn’t get any better… Daddy Pecs is back with a gloriously queer, high-camp cabaret remix! Join Gonzo the Great (aka Charles Dickens) and all your puppet faves on Wednesday 10 December, Clapham Grand. Find out more…
Stuart George’s Festive Wines Talk, Durning Library
Enjoy a cosy evening of wine chat and tasting with top-wine judge Stuart George. Sip something sparkling, learn about festive-season wines, and share the holiday cheer in good company. This event is free, with a £3 voluntary donation towards refreshments. Find out more…
Candle Making Workshop, Battersea
Ready to unwind and get creative? This is the class for you. Choose your fave scents and colours, then melt and pour the wax to create a beautifully personalised candle. Classes come with a complimentary drink (and a stunning candle to take home). Find out more…
Skate It Off Taylor Swift Ice Skating, Wimbledon
Lace up your skates, strike a pose at the themed photo-booth and grab a friendship bracelet to take home. This Taylor-Swift-themed skate session on Saturday 6 December is the perfect way to skate, sing and sparkle your way into the festive season! Find out more…
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