July 2011

Free e-books - download today

Stack of library books and computer mouse

Camden libraries have recently introduced the new e-books service, which allows members to download titles free of charge.
Better still, there are hundreds to choose from, with all ages and interests catered for.
All you need to do is become a library member, which doesn’t cost you a penny and can be done online, then login in, browse and download.
 

Exhibit your own masterpiece

frames

The OPEN OPEN exhibition at Swiss Cottage Library offers budding artists the chance to exhibit their own pieces of art. 

Elementary my dear Watson

Cast of the Hound of the Baskerville's

Sherlock Holmes' greatest adventure comes to life in a new radio theatre experience.

Queen's Crescent Summer Festival 2011

Queen's Crescent Summer Festival 2011

Join in the activities at this year's Queen's Crescent Summer Festival taking place on Saturday 23 July 2011 from 12noon until 6pm.
With live musicians, sports tournaments, circus skill workshops and children's rides there's something for the whole family to enjoy.
Location: 45 Ashdown Crescent, London, NW5 4QE

Open Weekend

Mr Eks characters


This year’s London 2012 Open Weekend is set to be the biggest yet, marking one year to go to the Games.

On 22-24 July 2011, people across the UK will have the chance to take part in over 1,000 sporting and cultural events, with something on offer for everyone.

Put on your dancing shoes

Disco ball

Camden is running free adult dance workshops for beginners so whether you’re 16 or 60 get your dancing shoes on and hit the dance floor for some 80s inspired fun.
 
Where and when
The Winch, 21 Winchester Road, London, NW3 3NR
Friday 22 July 5.50 to 7.30pm
Friday 29 July, 5, 12 August 6 to 7.30pm

Camden Summer Top 20

Camden Summer top 20

Welcome to Camden's Summer Top 20 –our pick of some of the best the borough has to offer between now and September for residents, visitors and families.

There's something for everyone from nature enthusiasts to culture vultures, young people to foodies, whatever the weather.  Many of the activities we have chosen are free of charge.

Queens' Crescent summer concert series

Tony Rowden, guitarist

Give your weekends a cultural kick start with this great series of free concerts taking place on Friday’s at Queens’ Crescent library.
Performances are suitable for all ages, free of charge and there’s no need to book – simply show up.
Each concert runs for approximately 45 minutes – the perfect entrée to your evening.
 

Hampstead Summer festival

Hampstead Summer festival image

Visit Hampstead's first ever summer festival running all week from Monday 11 to Sunday 17 July.
With a wide range of activities taking place all week including dancing, bell ringing, plays, art competition, chess, wandering minstrels and jugglers there's something to keep the whole family entertained.
The week culminates with The Big Sunday on 17 July on Heath Street with food to eat, drinks to refresh and a full array of entertainment along the whole street.

Hillview Summer Party

Hillview Summer Party

Join in the fun on 30 July at the Hillview Summer Party.
From 12 noon to 10pm this free party will host live bands, face painting, performance poetry, DJ’s, delicious food and refreshments.
Date
30 July