Read to the Beat - Rhymes & Sounds

Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:00AM
Rayleigh Library

Booking Opens: 04-07-2026 at 9:00 AM

Event Description

Come and join us for this special Read to the Beat event especially designed for the Summer Reading Challenge!

Enjoy some funny poems and rhymes and have a go at drawing some sounds!

Enjoy listening to a rhyming story.

Make a musical instrument, follow the Read to the Beat library treasure hunt trail. 

And earn a sticker to help you complete your Summer Reading Challenge!

Suitable for children age 3+   Book your child's place online.

When

11:00AM - 12:00PM
Friday 21 August 2026

Where

Rayleigh Library
132-4 High Street
Rayleigh
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Bookings

Bookings for this event open on 04-07-2026 at 9:00 AM

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Harlow Rock School Drum Workshop 3 6 August 2026 at 2:30PM Harlow Library Ages 5-11

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