A dalek will invade Ealing Central library on Friday, to entertain children and exterminate their boredom.

The fun-packed Doctor Who-themed event will feature Caan the Dalek and will include a range of activities. A remote control Dalek, models, activity book sets and other prizes will be up for grabs in a colouring competition.

Daring children can hunt for aliens in the library and there will be a quiz for young fans.

Caan will be joined by authors Jonathan Green and Nick Griffiths, who will read from his book Dalek I Loved You.

Northfields councillor Phil Taylor said: ÒThis is a really fun way to get children into the library and hopefully get them to take an interest in books."

The free event runs from 10am to midday and again from 2pm to 4pm. Call 020 8567 3670 to book a place at the Nick Griffiths talk.