Waiting to be picked up after the school day has ended? Need somewhere to hang out to chat to your friends? Come along to the public library from 3.15pm - 5.45pm where you can chill out, use the wi-fi, catch up on homework or just have a chat. We ask you to sign in on arrival and out as you leave. Tea/squash and biscuits provided.

Songs and nursery rhymes. Bring along your babies and pre-schoolers for songs and nursery rhymes in the Junior Library. Booking required. 

This group is currently full.

There will be a meeting of the Parish Council's Environment and Biodiversity Committee on Wednesday 29th April 2026 commencing at 6.00pm in the Community Library, Norton Road, Thurston.

There will be a meeting of the Parish Council's Open Space & Leisure Committee on Wednesday 29th April 2026 commencing at 8pm in the Community Library, Norton Road, Thurston.

Bring along your latest sewing project for some companionable stitching over a cuppa.

Who do you think you are? All welcome. No expertise needed. Tea & coffee of course! And a good natter! You will be made very welcome

Ever wanted to know how to knit? Need help with your knitting? Then come and join us. Suitable for adults and children alike. 

The perfect way to keep your children entertained until it's time for Sunday lunch.

Blackbourne U3A is part of a UK-wide movement which brings together people who are no longer in full-time employment to meet and make new friends, develop their interests and pass their expertise on to others in a friendly and informal environment.