Friends of Hornsey Library

15/06/2026

Opening next week: In Bloom will take place at The Original Gallery, Hornsey Library, from 23 to 27 June 2026, with an opening party on Wednesday 24 June 6-8pm, kindly sponsored by Hakutsuru Sake.
The artist says "This is a personal exhibition about motherhood, grief, resilience, Japanese roots, and rebuilding after difficult years. The works include painting, textiles, photography, embroidery, and mixed media."

13/06/2026

A fabulous exhibition in the Original Gallery at Hornsey Library right now, displaying the work of students at Highgate Wood School alongside selected pieces by Open Studios members. A must see during the Crouch End Festival. Photos courtesy of David Winskill.

08/06/2026

31/05/2026

Many thanks to everyone who came to our Hornsey Library Celebration Day yesterday as well as all the Friends group volunteers, library staff, speakers and session leaders, who together made it such a success. With 25+ sessions we had a super-busy day and a great turn-out - one visitor commented that it was better than the Hay Festival, and much easier to get to! This photo - courtesy of David Winskill - is from the opening session with Christopher Eccleston and Kenneth Tharp. If anyone would like more info about joining our Friends group, please email us at [email protected].

22/05/2026

Another unmissable event at Hornsey Library celebration day on 30 May - Antidote to Fake News - Truth in the Digital Age - with locals FT journalist Dan Stewart and senior research fellow Dr Barbara Rowlands. More details on the event and the whole day https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hornsey-library-day-truth-in-the-digital-age-tickets-1989087434060?aff=oddtdtcreator

21/05/2026

From growing up in North London in foster care to Baroness of Hornsey, Lola Young has had an extraordinary life. Don't miss her discussing creativity, life in the arts and activism at Hornsey Library Celebration Day on 30 May - reserve a space for her 2.30 session at www.hornseylibraryfriends.org.uk and find out more about the other free events during the day

20/05/2026

Don't miss this unique chance to hear Christopher Eccleston share how libraries shaped his life, alongside Haringey Culture & Creativity Director Kenneth Tharp. Join us Saturday, May 30th at 10:15 AM for an inspiring conversation that celebrates the power of libraries - just one of the many events on Hornsey Library's Celebration Day. See www.hornseylibraryfriends.org.uk for more details and to register — spaces are limited!

16/05/2026

See www.hornseylibraryfriends.org.uk for full programme for 30 May - kick-off event is 10.15 with Christopher Eccleston

12/05/2026

Save the date! Celebrate Hornsey Library at our special day on 30 May - 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Crammed with free events - full programme at www.hornseylibraryfriends.org.uk - kicking off with actor Christopher Eccleston and Kenneth Tharp, talks with Baroness Lola Young, Andrew Whitehead, Ray Rogers, Romesh Gunesekera, creative writing workshop with Maureen Paton, 'everyone can draw' hands-on session with Eithne Healy, cyanotype making, kids' activities, music, readings, book nook, the CYM Music Library - and the ever popular tour of the library. Full programme at www.hornseylibraryfriends.org.uk

11/05/2026

Photos courtesy of David Winskill from Crouch End Open Studios private view at the library's Original Gallery. Group show there is on to 17 May, plus of course there is the art trail- details https://crouchendopenstudios.org.uk/