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Library hosting week of free activities aimed at improving wellbeing

News | Tom Hicks | Published: 10:57, Wednesday June 18th, 2025.
Last updated: 10:57, Wednesday June 18th, 2025
Rhymney Library will host the free events

As part of national wellbeing week, Rhymney Library is set to host a series of free activities to promote positive mental and physical health in the community.

Running from Monday June 23 to Friday June 27, each day will feature a themed programme of free events and support services, including seated yoga, Spanish tasters, craft sessions, and healthy eating talks.

With all ages welcome, the event finishes on Friday where between 3pm and 5pm there will be a free outdoor session featuring a silent disco, stalls, donations, and a foodbank collection.

The week is being delivered in partnership with Caerphilly Cares, Public Health Wales and Cwtsh, with support from a range of local services and organisations.

Cllr Carol Andrews, cabinet member for education and communities, said: “National wellbeing week is a fantastic opportunity for people to connect with their community and discover the wide range of support services available through Rhymney Library Hub.

“It’s a welcoming space where residents can access advice, take part in fun activities, and feel supported.”

The full what’s on list includes:

  • Monday June 23: Support services on-site, arts and crafts, coffee morning and more.
  • Tuesday June 24: Seated yoga taster, dog rescue demo, litter picking and more.
  • Wednesday June 25: Gaming, fire home safety advice and more.
  • Thursday June 26: Heritage talk 2pm to 3pm, Crochet with Multiply between 10 and 12pm, and a Spanish taster session, and more.
  • Friday June 27: Outdoor celebration from 3pm to 5pm: Silent disco, craft stalls, ToyBox Project, foodbank support and donations, a plant buy and swap and a magician.

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