Join us every Wednesday at 10:30am for Toddler Time at Albion Park Library. What you'll do: Toddler Time is an interactive session that introduces children to learning through singing, rhyming, clapping and games. In each session participants will interact through song, movement and sensory activities, designed to support your child's development. Participants are welcome to […]
Join the fun and learn how to encourage them to Sing & Grow at home.Join the fun and learn how to encourage them to Sing & Grow at home. What to expect: This special workshop is designed for children aged 0-5 years. Join the fun and learn how to encourage them to Sing & Grow […]
Need tech help? Want to learn how to use your devices better?Need tech help? Want to learn how to use your devices better?Visit City Library on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month, from 1.30pm-3pm for some Tech Help!We’ve teamed up with Living Connected to provide you with free 1-1 drop-in sessions to help […]
Useful tips for using your Android phone.Smartphones are more than a way to stay connected with others through text and calls. They can make your life easier by providing access to important information, online services and entertainment. Get the most out of your Android phone by exploring its settings and discover more features and useful […]
Calling all HSC students! Come and study for a few hours at Warilla library, snacks provided. Free for all participants. What you’ll do Come and study at Warilla library and enjoy some snacks- fully provided! What should I know? Free for all participants. Located as Warilla Library. Who should attend? Anyone in year 11 or […]
Curious about your family tree and where you came from? Our volunteers and staff are ready to help you search and trace your family history!Curious about your family tree and where you came from?Our volunteers and staff are ready to help you search and trace your family history!What you'll do:We can help you with your […]
School HolidaysWhat you'll doJoin us these school holidays to decorate your own crazy cardboard teacups for a sweet tea-party!What should I know?FREE program. All materials are supplied.Bookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who should attend?Children ages 6-12 years._This program has a limited amount of spots available. If you cannot attend, […]
Did you know we have a Digital Library that you can access 24/7 for FREE?Did you know we have a Digital Library that you can access 24/7 for FREE? Would you like to learn what online resources the library has on offer and how to use them? We’re offering information sessions to help you get […]
Staying HealthyCity Library, Tuesday 8 July, 10:00amWhat you'll doIn collaboration with Warrigal and Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District, join us at Shellharbour City Library for the first of four sessions with Sharon Concannon, physiotherapist and Healthy Aging Coordinator.In this first session, you’ll receive some fantastic information and advice on Healthy Eating, as well as go […]
School HolidaysWhat you'll doWho's hiding inside the colourful teapot? It's the dormouse! Decorate your own paper teapot surprise in today's craft session.What should I know?FREE program. All materials are supplied.Bookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who should attend?Children ages 4-6 years._This program has a limited amount of spots available. If […]
Bring along your own craft project to work on and spend some time in good company!Bring along your own craft project to work on and spend some time in good company!Whether you're knitting, crocheting, quilting, sewing, embroidering, scrapbooking, or working on any other creative project, this is the perfect space to sit, craft & chat.This […]
School HolidaysWhat you'll doFollow along with this fantastic landscape painting tutorial. You will be guided step-by-step through the process as you learn the basics of landscape painting.What should I know?No previous skills or experience is required. The cost to attend this program is $5.Bookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who […]
School HolidaysWhat you'll doWe’re making the white rabbit Alice followed to Wonderland out of felt! You will learn how to cut out a sewing pattern, sew with a basic stitch, make the rabbits tail & embroider his nose!What should I know?FREE workshop, all materials supplied. No sewing experience required.Bookings for this event will open two […]
Story Window Project: Paint by NumbersAlbion Park Library, Thursday 10 July, 10amJoin us at Albion Park Library and collaborate on our newest art installation project!What you’ll do:Help us create different mixed media props and designs that will be used to decorate Albion Park Libraries interior story window!This month we’re starting simple with a gorgeous paint […]
School HolidaysStep into the world of dinosaurs with this exciting self-guided adventure! Put on your archaeology vest and grab your brush to uncover dinosaur bones in the archaeology dig. Children will learn to make predictions, use scientific thinking and expand their vocabulary.Who should attend?This program is suitable for children aged between 5 and 8 years […]
School HolidaysWhat you’ll do:Step into a world of imagination using paints and decorations to transform a mini wooden door into a magical entryway!What should I know?This workshop costs $5 to attend. All materials are supplied.Bookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who should attend?Children ages 8-12 years._This program has a limited […]
School HolidaysWhat you’ll doGet hands-on with icing, sprinkles, and edible decorations to design your own magical “Eat Me” cookies inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Create, decorate, and take home your tasty treats!What should I know?This workshop costs $5 to attend. Alll materials are supplied.Bookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who […]
Calling all HSC students! Come and study for a few hours at Warilla library, snacks provided. Free for all participants. What you’ll do Come and study at Warilla library and enjoy some snacks- fully provided! What should I know? Free for all participants. Located as Warilla Library. Who should attend? Anyone in year 11 or […]
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Shellharbour City Libraries partnered with Warrigal Care to deliver Bee Connected, an intergenerational program aimed at forming meaningful connections between young people and seniors in the community through songs, games, reading, and crafts.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with UOW on a range of Paint Shellharbour REaD initiatives. Paint Shellharbour REaD is part of the Paint the Town REaD network, dedicated to promoting early childhood literacy.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with The Man Walk to deliver the Tall Tales program. This program aims to make connections with local, social, hobby and information organisations who appeal to male audiences and bring them into our library programs space.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Smith Family to promote early childhood literacy through the Paint Shellharbour REaD initiative. Paint Shellharbour REaD organises reading days and kids events throughout the year dedicated to fostering a love of reading.
Shellharbour City Libraries have worked with QBD Shellharbour as the preferred bookseller at all of our Author Talk events.
Shellharbour City Libraries sponsors Project Bucephalus in their facilitation of the Shellharbour Robo Club. The club teaches youth to form robotics teams and particulate in the FIRST LEGO League tournament.
Shellharbour City Libraries collaborates with Paint the Gong REaD in conjunction with the Paint the Town REaD network. This partnership promotes early childhood literacy across the Illawarra through multiple reading events and activities.
Shellharbour City Libraries has partnered with NSW Health to facilitate Independent Living Skills sessions aimed at teaching foster children health and wellbeing skills, in collaboration with the William Campbell Foundation.
The Multicultural Communities Council Illawarra attends Warilla library to utilise the 2528 community room. This is used for exercise and light physio sessions with senior community members.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Living Connected to offer drop-in Tech Help sessions to our customers at Warilla, Albion Park and City Libraries. These short one-on-one sessions are designed to assist customers in their digital skills development.
Shellharbour City Libraries partnered with Legal Aid NSW to bring free community talks across our branches discussing a range of legal topics and how people can access help and resources as a part of the Libraries Law Week celebration.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Kiama Community College to deliver Tech Savvy Seniors sessions at our libraries. Tech Savvy Seniors is a NSW Government and Telstra partnership coordinated by the State Library of NSW. The program aims to teach seniors digital skills and knowledge.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Junior Einsteins to deliver Bee Connected, an intergenerational program aimed at forming meaningful connections between young people and seniors in the community through songs, games, reading, and crafts.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Judi Sandilands-Cincotta to bring Ollie and Shiko the therapy dogs to a range of children’s and youth programs. These programs aim to promote positive mental health and social connection.
Shellharbour City Libraries partnered with Illawarra Legal Centre to bring free community talks across our branches discussing a range of legal topics and how people can access help and resources as a part of the Libraries Law Week celebration.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with HARS to deliver the Tall Tales program. This program aims to make connections with local social, hobby and information organisations who appeal to male audiences and bring them into our library program space.
Shellharbour City Libraries organises Sensory Experiences with Greenacres Disability Services at Warilla Library.
Shellharbour City Libraries and the Youth Services team partnered with Fitness Cartel Albion Park to deliver a Youth Fitness program at Warilla Library. This program engaged local youth and taught them about health, personal fitness, and respect.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Ed U Play to facilitate programs and activities that bring young people together. These programs support social and emotional wellbeing amongst youth. The libraries support the Girls Only Project which aims to provide young women with knowledge of and access to positive activities in their own communities. Ed U Play are funded by the Communities for Children Program.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Bunnings to deliver free monthly Craft Workshops at City Library. In these sessions, experts from Bunnings teach our customers a range of crafting skills. These workshops include, Kokedama Balls, Painting Art Canvas and much more!
For Library Lovers Day, Shellharbour City Libraries partnered with Belladonna Book Club to produce a series of Book Review videos.
These reviews were released on the Libraries’ Facebook and Instagram pages, as well as on the Belladonna Book Club’s social media channels.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Barnardos to promote early childhood literacy through the Paint Shellharbour REaD initiative. Paint Shellharbour REaD organises reading days and kids events throughout the year dedicated to fostering a love of reading.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Aruma Disability Services to deliver Library Links. Library Links is a program that aims to invite disability services groups into their local branches to utilise craft and puzzle kits as well as getting to know our collections. Aruma is the first group at the Warilla branch and comes monthly to utilise space, kits and collections with their joined organisation library card.
Shellharbour City Libraries partnered with Warrigal Care to deliver Bee Connected, an intergenerational program aimed at forming meaningful connections between young people and seniors in the community through songs, games, reading and crafts.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with the William Campbell Foundation to deliver the Independent Living Skills Program. This program involves teaching foster children integral health and wellbeing skills and knowledge. Additionally, the City Library hosts WCF’s fortnightly Homework Club.
Every year, Shellharbour City Libraries partners with the Sydney Writers Festival to deliver author panel livestreams and local events as part of the festival’s Live and Local programming.
Shellharbour City Libraries leads Paint Shellharbour REaD, which is part of the Paint the Town REaD network. This initiative aims to promote early childhood literacy by connecting local early childhood education stakeholders and providers and collaborating with them to deliver reading events and activities.
Shellharbour City Libraries partnered with Little Zaks Academy to deliver Bee Connected, an intergenerational program aimed at forming meaningful connections between young people and seniors in the community through songs, games, reading and crafts.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Frasers Property Australia to deliver Toddler Tales, a weekly childhood reading program, at The Waterfront Shell Cove. The libraries have also partnered with Frasers Property Australia to deliver a term of Tech Savvy Seniors at Shell Cove.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Frasers Property Australia to deliver Toddler Tales, a weekly childhood reading program, at The Waterfront Shell Cove. The libraries have also partnered with Frasers Property Australia to deliver a term of Tech Savvy Seniors at Shell Cove.
Shellharbour City Libraries partners with Big Fat Smile to deliver Transition to School programs to prepare pre-schoolers for their move into primary school. Big Fat Smile is also a part of the Paint Shellharbour REaD initiative, which organises events that promote early childhood literacy.
