Curated by Isobel Patten, work placement student from the University of Reading, this display looks into the legacy of Frank Dickinson (1874-1961), artist, maker and creator of Little Holland House in Carshalton Beeches. Featuring material held in the Borough’s Archives, the display explores the process of reviewing and recording the Frank Dickinson collection.
Free during regular open times: Thursday, Friday & Saturday, 10am-5pm
Talk Club is a free, confidential talking and listening group for men aged 18+. Led by a trained Talk Club Captain, each session offers a safe, welcoming space for men to check in, talk honestly, and support their mental fitness.
There is no need to register. Just come along, take a seat, and join the conversation at your own pace.
Talk Club begins with one simple question: How are you? Out of 10?
For more information, email olusegun.obafemi@sutton.gov.uk
Celebrating Windrush Day with style, pride, and rhythm. Older men and women from Sutton take to the catwalk, joined by African drummers, honouring heritage, community, culture, and Caribbean legacy.
Part of our Getting Started with AI workshop cycle.
Curious about tools like ChatGPT, Gemini or Copilot? This beginner-friendly session will introduce generative AI and explain how it can be used to create text, images, ideas, summaries and more.
We’ll explore what generative AI can do, what it cannot do, and how to use it safely and effectively. This session is ideal for anyone who wants to understand the basics and try simple prompts in a supportive environment.
No previous experience with AI is required.
Talk Club is a free, confidential talking and listening group for men aged 18+. Led by a trained Talk Club Captain, each session offers a safe, welcoming space for men to check in, talk honestly, and support their mental fitness.
There is no need to register. Just come along, take a seat, and join the conversation at your own pace.
Talk Club begins with one simple question: How are you? Out of 10?
For more information, email olusegun.obafemi@sutton.gov.uk
Part of our Getting Started with AI workshop cycle.
Step into the world of historic postcards and discover how artificial intelligence can help us explore the past. In this interactive workshop, you will visit our postcard exhibition and try using AI tools to scan and interpret handwritten messages from original postcards in the archive.
Can AI really read century old handwriting? Sometimes yes… sometimes hilariously no. As you experiment, you will uncover the stories behind these fragments of everyday life while also learning about the possibilities and the limits of AI.
This relaxed, hands on session is a playful introduction to AI, perfect for the curious and the cautious alike. No technical experience needed. Just bring your curiosity and a willingness to look closely at history.You will: - Explore historic postcards from the archive exhibition - Try AI handwriting recognition on real examples - Compare AI interpretati
書中的小女孩因為瘟疫蔓延，沒有送別外婆最後一程，令她難以接受去世的事實。她回憶在外婆家的快樂時光，同時，小女孩對外婆掛念之情令她經歷了一段難忘的魔法旅程。如果你們都想知道她的經歷，歡迎報名以上活動。
This session will be delivered in Cantonese language.
Honeywood’s Tea Rooms are hosting musicians from Carshalton Jazz as part of the 2026 Carshalton Festival. Why not stop by to enjoy an array of refreshments while taking in the beautiful views of Carshalton Ponds and listening to some soothing jazz beats. Some colourful yarn bombing will also be adorning the area courtesy of CAOS 2026 artist, Creative Carol. Colours and sounds to fully lighten your mood.FREE, drop in, cafe tables on a first come first served basis.
Carshalton Festival runs from 27 June - 5 July 2026
For further details about what's on: https://www.carshaltonfestival.com/ (https://www.carshaltonfestival.com/)
Cantonese StorytimeJoin us monthly at Sutton Central Library for Cantonese Storytime! Spark your child’s imagination, nurture their language skills, and plant seeds of kindness and love in their little hearts—a warm, shared experience for children and their families.
廣東話故事時間每月一次的故事時間，由故事義工帶來精彩的繪本故事。希望孩子們能在母語故事中快樂成長、在愛中找到同伴，並將真善美的種子播撒在小小的心裡。
A solo theatre performance about tracing roots and finding home at Carshalton Festival (performed in English). Created and performed by: Yuk-Lan Chan, Chan’s Applied Theatre Lab. Co-presented with Be Well HKers CIC at Carshalton Festival 2026. Experience a heartfelt, personal story of migration and self-discovery as Yuk-Lan Chan brings to life From Old Bean Grows Bak Choy. Set between Hong Kong and the UK, this intimate solo performance shares Chan’s experiences of the struggles and discoveries that come with starting anew.
Two performances:
Performance 1 - Doors Open: 11:15Performance and Post-show Sharing: 11:30 – 13:15
Performance 2 - Doors Open: 13:45Performance and Post-show Sharing: 14:00 – 15:45
Tickets: FREE, booking highly recommended. All welcome. Recommended age 10+
Please note, no entry after performance start time.
About the PlayLeaving behind the politically charged landscape of Hong Kong, Chan navigates life in Britain, all while grappling with the legacy of her late father, Old Bean, whose presence l
