Drop-in event at library for families with babies and children

FAMILIES with babies and young children can seek out guidance and support from experts at a free event taking place this weekend at an East Sussex library.

The aim of the half-day event, which is being held at Eastbourne library on Saturday, November 14, is to highlight local services which can help families during pregnancy and the first years of a child’s life.

It also signals the start of National Baby Week, which celebrates early childhood, brings together services to promote the best start in life and raises awareness of the vital first five years via annual country-wide events.

This year’s baby week theme, ‘Chat, Play, Read with Me: Together We Build the Best Start,’ aims to ‘shine a light on the simple, everyday interactions that help babies and young children learn, communicate and thrive.’

During the event at Eastbourne library, families will have the chance to learn more about infant feeding, sensory play and how to support their babies’ development. Expert staff will be on hand from the county council’s family hubs, library service and families will also be able to speak to early years practitioners.

Cllr Victoria Carson, East Sussex County Council’s lead member for children and families, said: “Taking care of babies and very young children can be both a rewarding and challenging time and we are delighted to be able to offer this information event to help support families at one of our wonderful libraries this month.

“We encourage parents and caregivers across the county to come along and take advantage of this great opportunity to access support and resources under one roof. They will also have the chance to talk to childhood experts about anything which might help them during this period of life. Of course, they will also be able to take part in some fun activities with their children – and meet new people.”

Families will be able to enjoy songs and instruments plus a play session with Seaglass Arts, an East Sussex-based organisation which creates musical experiences for babies, toddlers, and their adults.

Those wishing to attend can drop in to Eastbourne library between 10am and 1pm and there is no need to pre-book.

More information about Eastbourne library is available here Eastbourne Library | East Sussex County Council.

To find out about other local events and online sessions, such as an introduction to baby first aid, go to  All Events - Baby Week.

ENDS

Rebecca Durrant

Wednesday, 11 November 2026