We are excited to announce that Surrey Libraries are now a member of the Living Knowledge Network. Created by the British Library, the Living Knowledge Network is a United Kingdom (UK) wide partnership of national and public libraries centred on exchanging knowledge and developing world class, memorable experiences for public library users.
Being part of the Living Knowledge Network gives Surrey Libraries customers access to a vast array of cultural events within their local library, including exhibitions, screenings, talks and even livestreams that you can watch from home! This is part of our journey to transform our Surrey libraries into local cultural hubs.
Events
Unearthed
Unearthed runs from Thursday 1 until Saturday 31 May at Godalming library.
Godalming Library will be hosting an exhibition from the British Library Living Knowledge Network called ‘Unearthed’, which focuses on gardens, plants and community sustainability. Unearthed explores the transformative power of gardening, tracing personal stories alongside global histories. It celebrates gardening as a force for creativity, resilience and connection. From the people who have fought for the right and space to garden to the stories of the plants we use for food and medicine, discover how gardening has shaped our lives, our communities, and our planet.
Alongside the exhibition there will be several events happening at Godalming Library throughout the month of May, with a focus on plants and gardening:
- Ecological Gardens, in conversation, Wednesday 7 May from 3pm.
- Teens in Gardens, how time in the garden can help mental wellbeing, Tuesday 13 May from 6pm.
- The History and Legacy of Winkworth Arboretum, Wednesday 14 May at 2.30pm.
- Garden Art: grow your botanical drawing skills, Saturday 17 May at 10am.