The "Friends of the South Warrington Library in Stockton Heath" (SWISH) are dedicated to making the library a valued asset of the Local Community by supporting the development of activities which enhance the use of its facilities. SWISH seek to make the library a valuable local resource by holding regular events such as Film Nights, Board Game Nights, Wine Tasting, Lectures and Art Exhibitions. Check out the current activities using the links below. We welcome new members both at our events and as helpers and if you require further information please use the link below to contact one of our Committee.
Murder Reading Wee
24th-29th June 2025
Swish will be supporting this year's Murder Reading Week being held at both Central and Padgate Libraries during the week of 24th to the 29th June. There will be discussions by a range of authors a well as a "Murder Mystery" event where you try to guess the guilty party. Tickets for all events can be booked in branch or by emailing libteam@livewirewarrington.org
Swish will be supporting this year's Murder Reading Week being held at both Central and Padgate Libraries during the week of 24th to the 29th June. There will be discussions by a range of authors a well as a "Murder Mystery" event where you try to guess the guilty party. Tickets for all events can be booked in branch or by emailing libteam@livewirewarrington.org
Regular Board Games Nights
Every 1st & 3rd Thursday at 7pm
Next dates 4th & 18th January, 1st & 15th February
Try out something new or old in relaxed, friendly, company. No need to book – just turn up, and bring any games that you would like to play. A huge variety of board games for both the beginner and experienced gamer. Under 16's welcome, accompanied by their parent or guardian. Entrance FREE but donations welcome. Refreshments available. Contact Sue on 07745 027443 for more details
Next dates 4th & 18th January, 1st & 15th February
Try out something new or old in relaxed, friendly, company. No need to book – just turn up, and bring any games that you would like to play. A huge variety of board games for both the beginner and experienced gamer. Under 16's welcome, accompanied by their parent or guardian. Entrance FREE but donations welcome. Refreshments available. Contact Sue on 07745 027443 for more details
Library Reading Group
Every Wednesday at 7:30pm
Come along to our Weekly Reading Group at the Library, every Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30pm. Reading Friends is a new kind of weekly reading group that brings people together in a relaxed and social atmosphere, to read, have a cup of tea and chat.
No need to book, just turn up.
Come along to our Weekly Reading Group at the Library, every Wednesday from 7:30 to 8:30pm. Reading Friends is a new kind of weekly reading group that brings people together in a relaxed and social atmosphere, to read, have a cup of tea and chat.
No need to book, just turn up.
SWISH Reading Group
The second Tuesday of every month
The SWISH Friends’ reading group has returned to Stockton Heath library, meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 11am. The SWISH Friends notice board in the Library has details of the books to be discussed each month.
The SWISH Friends’ reading group has returned to Stockton Heath library, meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 11am. The SWISH Friends notice board in the Library has details of the books to be discussed each month.
Contact Us
Need More Information ?
If you require any more information on Swish or its activities contact one of the Committee Members about any aspects of interest.
If you require any more information on Swish or its activities contact one of the Committee Members about any aspects of interest.
Join Us
Want to join us ?
Come and join SWISH as a member and help maintain and improve our Library.
Come and join SWISH as a member and help maintain and improve our Library.