Summer school holidays at the libraries

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Published on: Friday, 6 December 2024
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Cool off at the libraries this summer with a range of fun activities that inspire creativity and encourage curiosity.

Please note:

  • Cost is $5 per child per activity.
  • Online bookings open on Monday 16 December at 9.30am.
  • Bookings and online payment are essential, there will be no refunds issued.
  • Parents/carers of children under 12 years are required by library policy to remain in the building while their children attend the event.
  • There is a maximum of three events per child.
  • Scroll to the bottom of the page for free events.

Event DateLocation
Native bee hotels - SOLD OUT
Discover the important role that native bees play in the ecosystem in this interactive workshop with Eco Action. 
Monday 6 January, 2-3pm
Whitford Library
Blast from the past - SOLD OUT
Do your children know what cassette tapes, floppy discs, typewriters and corded telephones are? Ignite their curiosity and join Nicola from Play in the Past.
Tuesday 7 January, 10-11.30am
Woodvale Library
Ranger Red’s Zoo - SOLD OUT
Get up close and personal with some furry, feathered and scaly animals from Ranger Red's Zoo in Peel.
Wednesday 8 January, 11am-12pm
Joondalup Library
Ranger Red’s Zoo - SOLD OUT
Get up close and personal with some furry, feathered and scaly animals from Ranger Red's Zoo in Peel.
Wednesday 8 January, 2-3pm
Duncraig Library

Nature life drawing - SOLD OUT
Join Eco Action for a fun observational drawing workshop. 

Tuesday 14 January, 10-11am
Woodvale Library
Friendship bracelets - WAITLIST AVAILABLE
Head back to school 'armed' with woven friendship bracelets and adorn your backpack with a scoubidou string keyring.
Wednesday 15 January, 2-3.30pm
Whitford Library
Summer ArtPlay - SOLD OUT
Enjoy an arty morning with Gabrielle from Bundabubs and decorate your own canvas Library bag using fabric paints and pens. 
Friday 17 January, 10-11.30am
Joondalup Library
Abracadabra! - SOLD OUT
Join the amazing Cameron the Magician for a fun and interactive workshop learning the skills and tricks needed to perform great magic routines.
Tuesday 21 January, 2-3pm
Whitford Library
Fun with felt - SOLD OUT
Enjoy a crafty afternoon using felt to make a Western Pygmy Possum. 
Thursday 23 January, 2-3.30pm
Joondalup Library
Birds of prey - SOLD OUT
Get up close and personal with natures top predators! 
Friday 24 January, 11.30-12.30pm
Duncraig Library
Time for tea!
Come on a tea–tasting adventure! Explore stories and teas from different countries and then decorate your own porcelain cup. 
Wednesday 29 January, 10-11.30am
Duncraig Library
Card magic - SOLD OUT
Join the amazing Cameron the Magician for a fun and interactive workshop learning tricks you will be able to perform right away.
Thursday 30 January, 10-11am
Woodvale Library

Free activities – no bookings required

Treasure Hunt
Visit the Libraries any time during the school holidays and complete the Summer Ocean Creatures Treasure Hunt. 

Story Time
Come and enjoy stories, songs and creative play at our regular story time sessions.
Suitable for children 2-4 years. 

Important note: Story time will take a break from Saturday 14 December 2024 to Sunday 12 January 2025. Join us for this fun literacy building program from Monday 13 January 2025.

Holiday Toddler Time
Woodvale Library, 10am
Join in these special holiday sessions, with stories, singing, movement and active play. Suitable for children 18-30 months.

To keep up to date with activities in the school holidays subscribe to the Libraries Newsletter or follow the Libraries on Facebook and Instagram

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