News from Staffordshire Libraries
South Staffordshire Newsletter article – December 2025
What’s the potential of your library?
Libraries have always been at the heart of our communities. As well as offering traditional library services, they also play a vital role in bring people together and helping residents access the services they need.
They’re welcoming spaces for learning, wellbeing, connection, and enterprise.
Now the county council is inviting residents to help shape the future of its libraries as vibrant, welcoming community hubs offering a wide range of services and activities for all ages.
So, what services or activities would you like to see more of? What’s missing? What works well already?
Whether you’re a regular visitor or haven’t stepped inside a library in years, your views will help shape the future of these vital community spaces.
Have your say at https://bit.ly/LetsTalkCommunityHubLibraries from Tuesday 28 October to 5 January or fill in a paper copy at any Staffordshire library.
Watch our social media channels for more information.
We look forward to hearing from you!
The Princess Bride – A Film Showing at Perton Library.
Join us to watch the hugely enjoyable 1987 film adaptation of the novel by William Goldman, directed by Rob Reiner.
The Princess Bride is a whimsical tale of love, adventure, and humour, following the journey of Buttercup and her true love, Westley, as they navigate treachery, kidnapping, and royal intrigue.
Tuesday 9th December
7pm start
£2 per person; booking is essential as places are limited.
The film is 98 minutes long and is rated PG. PG-rated content is suitable for general viewing. A PG should generally not unsettle a child aged around eight, although parents and caregivers should be aware that some scenes may be unsuitable for more sensitive children. To find out more about BBFC ratings visit: www.bbfc.co.uk/rating/
This showing is part of the Films Inside project, a partnership between Film Hub Midlands, Unseen Cinema and Staffordshire Libraries Services to deliver a short season of films at two sites: HMP Featherstone prison library and Perton Library. To find out more about Film Hub Midlands visit: https://filmhubmidlands.org/
Please contact Perton Library on 01902 506050 or [email protected] for more details or to book your place.
Get into the festive spirit and join the Family Hub for Christmas Crafts!
Join them as they create Christmas Cards, tree decorations and that all important reindeer food!!
Perton Library
Wednesday 3rd December
10-11am
For children aged 0-4 years
The 25 Reads of Christmas
From 1st December-24th December 2025
Come along to Perton Library and discover a new read every day when we open our library advent.
Our younger borrowers can also collect an advent stamp each day to receive a festive treat on Christmas Eve!
Free
Just pop along to Perton Library to find out more!
Christmas Eve Storytime with Hot Chocolate & Cookies
Join us for festive storytime fun at Perton Library.
Wednesday 24th December
11am-11.30am
Free
Drop-in
Free Computer Courses for Staffordshire Residents in South Staffordshire
Staffordshire Community Learning are looking to branch out into South Staffordshire and would like to offer FREE courses to begin at Codsall and/or Perton Library in the Autumn
After the Wombourne Library refurbishment we hope to offer courses there also!
They are offering
• Beginner Digital Skills (for those with little or no experience)
• Digital Internet Skills
• Digital Office Skills
Please register your interest NOW either by letting us know at your local library or by contacting Community Learning directly at 01543 334537 or by e-mail at [email protected]
You can also visit their website at www.staffordshirecommunitylearning.org.uk
Please state the Library you would like to attend a course at and your preference. (Courses can only run if 5 people or more sign up.)
Have you been affected by cancer or are simply wanting to improve your wellbeing?
A friendly and free Wellbeing Drop-In service, with Seisdon Primary Care Network, is here for you. Come along for a relaxed chat If you would like to understand the early signs and symptoms of cancer or are simply looking for ways to feel better, cope more easily, or would like to take charge of your health.
We’re here to support you.
Codsall Library – Tues 9th Dec 1pm-4pm
Please contact Perton Library 01902 506050 or email [email protected] or Codsall Library on 01902 506060 or e-mail [email protected] for more information.
Compton Care – Bereavement Hub
Pop in and have a chat with the team from Compton Care.
Codsall Library
First Monday of the month
11am-12.30pm
Perton Library
Every First Thursday of the month
10am – 12pm
Discover your past with Ancestry Library Edition.
Now with the 1921 England and Wales Census available for the first time!
Weekly Ancestry sessions available at Perton Library 5pm – 7pm
To express your interest please speak to a member of
staff or call 01902 506050 or email: [email protected]
1-2-1 sessions are also available at Codsall Library. Please call 01902 506060 or e-mail [email protected] to book.
Improving access to online health services through libraries
Did you know that you can use the NHS App services online at Perton & Wombourne Library?
Use our library computers to log into your NHS Account, where you can order repeat prescriptions, view your GP record and much more.
You can also use the free Wi-Fi that libraries provide to use the NHS App on your smart phone. www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/account/
Perton Mums
The first day of starting school is a milestone that can fill both parent and child with a mix of excitement and anxiety. For the parent, there is now time to meet new friends and discover ‘my time’. That’s why I have started Perton Mums which meets in the Wrottesley Room at Perton Library on Monday mornings in term time from 9 until 11. Come along for a cuppa and chat, biscuits included of course. Enjoy a couple of hours without the children, relax, chat, and discover new opportunities. Ann Everitt, Coordinator, Perton Mums
Perton Library
Mondays 9am – 11am
Contact us for more information on 01902 506050 or email: [email protected]
Recycle at Your Library
Staffordshire Libraries in South Staffordshire are teaming up with Waste Savvy Staffs to expand a bra recycling scheme that also helps to support the ‘Against Breast Cancer’ Charity.
Bra recycling banks are onsite at Codsall, Perton, Wombourne Library and Kinver Community Library and we hope to roll out this offer elsewhere as well.
You can also find ink cartridge recycling points and battery boxes at Codsall, Perton and Wombourne to dispose of those unwanted ink cartridges and batteries.
To find out more contact your local library or search for Waste Savvy Staffs on Facebook.
Perton Library Astronomy Club
Pop along to our next meeting for informal chat, presentations and observing if the skies are clear. Bring your own telescope or binoculars if you have them and get help in making the most of them.
Beginners welcome!
Thursday 18th December
7:00pm-9:00pm (usually every third Thursday of the Month)
Contact us for more information on 01902506060 or email: [email protected]
Need advice on Wills and Power of Attorney
Thornes Solicitors will be offering free pop-up advice sessions.
Codsall Library – Every Third Thursday of the month at 10am – 11:30am
Perton Library – Every First Wednesday of the month at 10am – 1130am
Contact Perton Library on 01902 506050 or Codsall Library on 01902 506060 for more information.
IT Buddy available at Wombourne Library
Every Wednesday
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Free-Bookable slots
Please contact Wombourne Library for more information or to book on 01902 506055.
IT Buddy available at Perton Library
Free – Bookable slots, check for availability
Call 01902 506050 for details or to book.