A round-up of news from the Friends

Two new ferns bring interest to the back garden.

Christmas story-time at the Library a “super success”.

Stunning space photography with inspiring and though-provoking quotes and facts

Another fascinating local history talk hosted by the Friends.

An interesting and enjoyable evening at the Library

We were thrilled that so many people came along and enjoyed the Hampton Wick Summer Garden Party at the Library on Wednesday 5th September.

Local people met old friends and new, and much cake was enjoyed! Our star bakers – Nick & Janet Baylis and Jenny Bourne – produced a delicious array of goodies. We discovered that Nick is an “historic baker” for the National Trust and his biscuits made to genuine 17th century recipes were a real hit.

Click here to view the photo album of the event.

The Garden Party gave the HWA an opportunity to recognise the amazing work of the Good Fellowship Club which has, since 1962, organised weekly gatherings for older people of Hampton Wick. The regular Wednesday social events have been held in Bullen Hall since it opened during the 1970s.

Following the success of our inaugural Friends bookmark last year we commissioned five new designs featuring literary quotes. Why not collect all of them. One free with every visit to the Library.

Hurry though, when they’re gone, they’re gone!