Fabula Takes Over Hainault
2026-08-07 16:30 - 20:30 (Asia/Colombo) | Hainault Library, Hainault Library, 100 Manford Way, Ilford, IG7 4DD, GB
Get ready to take over YOUR library this summer, as Fabula Takes Over Hainault with a day of activities, crafts and games! There’s even the opportunity to join special guest John Kirk on a Musical Story Hunt!
It’s also the perfect opportunity to sign up to this year’s Fabula Reading Challenge – where YOU set your own targets!
For ages 3-8 years and their siblings See what’s on here
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We're Going On A Musical Story Hunt
2026-08-07 17:00 - 17:40 | Hainault Library, Hainault Library, 100 Manford Way, Ilford, IG7 4DD, GB
Join storyteller John Kirk for a family storytelling experience like no other as storytelling collides with the chaotic fun of scavenging. This special musical story hunt will consider the perfect pitch for a story through a mix of traditional tales and stories.
John Kirk is a storyteller, teacher, poet and Daddy, living in the heart of the South Downs. John has worked all over the world but loves returning to Redbridge where the concept of story hunting began in 2020.
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Drop-in, free – no need to book! This event is part of Fabula Takes Over Hainault – see what else is on!
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Storytelling Workshop with Cat & Hutch
2026-08-14 15:30 - 16:20 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Jump into the world of The Gruffalo as Cat & Hutch bring this classic and monstrous story to life through drama games, songs, puppets and storytelling exercises!
Cat & Hutch Storytellers bring children’s stories to life through interactive shows and workshops with the aim to encourage children to read for pleasure and use their imaginations to learn through play.
For ages 2 – 7 years
Drop in, free – though spaces may be limited. This event is part of Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross – see what else is on here!
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Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross
2026-08-14 15:30 - 19:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Get ready to take over YOUR library this summer, as Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross! Join us for games, crafts and face painting – plus some special workshops and storytelling with Cat & Hutch!
It’s also the perfect opportunity to sign up to this year’s Fabula Reading Challenge – where YOU set your own targets!
For ages 2-7 years and their older siblings See what’s on here
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Goldilocks and the Three Bears
2026-08-14 18:30 - 19:20 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Join best friends Goldilocks and Not So Baby Bear as they recount the story of how they met and the mix ups that happened along the way in this playful and interactive performance with puppetry and music.
Cat & Hutch Storytellers bring children’s stories to life through interactive shows and workshops with the aim to encourage children to read for pleasure and use their imaginations to learn through play.
For ages 3-7 (younger siblings welcome)
Drop-in, free – no need to book! This event is part of Fabula Takes Over Fullwell Cross – see what else is on here!
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Big Games at Fullwell Cross and Hainault Libraries
2026-08-19 15:30 - 16:30 | Fullwell Cross Library, 140 High Street, Barkingside, IG6 2EA, GB
Come down to the library and see our collection of giant games for kids. No need to book just drop by and join in.
Fullwell Cross Library
Wednesday 19th August, 11:00 – 12:00
Hainault Library
Friday 21st August, 11:00 – 12:00
This is for ages 4 – 10 years old.
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Fabula Takes Over Gants HIll
2026-08-21 16:30 - 20:30 | Gants Hill Library, 490 Cranbrook Road, Gants Hill, IG2 6LA, GB
Get ready to take over YOUR library this summer, as Fabula Takes Over Hainault with a day of activities, crafts and games! Plus special guest Marian and Minnie will be introducing their very special Story Cart!
It’s also the perfect opportunity to sign up to this year’s Fabula Reading Challenge – where YOU set your own targets!
For ages 3-8 years and their siblings See what’s on here
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The Story Cart
2026-08-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Gants Hill Library, 490 Cranbrook Road, Gants Hill, IG2 6LA, GB
Look and listen out for our Story Collectors as they seek out more treasures to add to their Story Cart. If you’re lucky, you might catch them weaving a new world or help them conjure up a fantastic adventure – this will be the ultimate show and tell!
Minnie Wilkinson and Marian Hoddy believe that the best stories are made by clowning around together. With a combined 30 years of experience as children’s storytellers and theatre makers, they create accessible, inclusive projects that spark imagination, celebrate play and inspire curiosity for audiences across the UK and beyond.
Drop-in, free – no need to book!
For ages 3+ This event is part of Fabula Takes Over Gants Hill – see what else is on!
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