South Woodham Ferrers Library

01/09/2026

World Alzheimer’s Day raises awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, helping to challenge stigma and increase understanding of the condition.

Listening to audiobooks can be a wonderful way to keep the mind active, provide comfort, spark memories, and support wellbeing. Whether it's revisiting a favourite story, discovering something new, it can help people stay connected to the things they love.

Visit Essex Libraries to explore our wide range of audiobooks, or online with Borrowbox

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27/08/2026

Just over a week left to complete your Read to the Beat Summer Reading Challenge.
The closing date is Saturday 5 September, so now is the time to get those last visits in to a library, finish those last few pages of your books, or finalise that book review to get your last stickers and the all-important certificate and medal.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

25/08/2026

Family History Drop-In Sessions
Interested in finding out more about your family history?
Join our free drop-in session on the last Saturday of every month, from 1pm to 4pm, at South Woodham Ferrers Library.
Our dedicated volunteer, Pauline, offers friendly one-to-one support to help you trace your ancestors, use online family history websites such as Ancestry, and build your family tree.
Next session: Saturday 29 August
No booking needed – just drop in. We look forward to seeing you!

20/08/2026

Recycle Your Small Electrical Items at South Woodham Ferrers Library
Did you know there’s a large pink recycling bin inside South Woodham Ferrers Library for your small electrical items?

You can recycle things like
Phone chargers
Mobile phones
Keyboards
Headphones
Small electrical gadgets and more

Recycling your unwanted electrical items helps reduce waste, recover valuable materials, and support a more sustainable future.

To find more recycling locations near you and see what you can recycle, click the link below:
https://recycleyourelectricals.org.uk/electrical-recycling-near-me/?utm_source=e-shot&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Love+Essex+-+June+2026+-+Chelmsford

18/08/2026

Jade loves painting, using colour and movement to express ideas that words sometimes cant.

Come along to our free Saturday Craft session 10-12, get creative and tick off a goal on your Read to the Beat Summer Reading Challenge.

18/08/2026

Do you know a young person thinking about their next step into education, employment, or training? Get On Track offers friendly, informal drop‑in sessions to help 16-18 year olds explore their options and get support.

Available at South Woodham Ferrers Library, Wednesday 2 September 10am to 12noon.

Get On Track summer drop in dates. Essex ☀️

Do you know a young person aged 16 to 18 who is not currently in education, employment or training?

This summer, our Get On Track drop in sessions are taking place across Essex, offering friendly support to help young people explore their next steps.

Whether they’re thinking about college, training, apprenticeships, employment or are unsure what to do next, the team is here to help.

Take a look at the link in the comments to find drop in dates and locations across Essex. 👇

13/08/2026

Make the most of your library this summer and check out all the things to do over the school holidays at Essex Libraries

Whether your child loves reading, crafting, building, or simply spending time with others, we can offer a safe, welcoming space to learn and have fun during the school holidays.

Drop in, try something new and make this summer one to remember!

https://libraries.essex.gov.uk/news/whats-on-summer-holidays

11/08/2026

When Ezra is not listening to music, you will find him in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes and sharing food with friends.

Visit us today, check out our baking section and see if there is something that takes your fancy and try something new.

Don’t forget to tick this off your Read to the Beat Summer Reading Challenge as one of your six challenges!

11/08/2026

Check out this fantastic FREE event at Maldon Library. Suitable for age 11+. Book your free place today.

Join us at Maldon Library for an inspiring evening with former British and Commonwealth Champion Bradley Skeete. 🥊

Bradley will share his journey from title winning professional boxer to respected coach and mentor. He'll discuss discipline, resilience, life after sport, fatherhood, and his work with champion female boxers Skye Nicolson and Francesca Hennessy.
Funded by the Maldon District Council Thriving Places Grant to support men's mental health, this event is open to everyone.

Book your free place today and don't miss this opportunity to hear Bradley's story
Maldon Library
Thursday 20 August 2026 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Suitable for 11+

Book your free place here https://library-events.essex.gov.uk/event?id=363641

07/08/2026

Can't get enough of The Odyssey? Dive into our collection of Greek mythology retellings at South Woodham Ferrers Library. From epic battles to modern twists, we have your next legendary read waiting on our shelves.