Join us for a fun and informative session all about cats and kittens where we will explore the fascinating world of our furry feline friendsWhat you'll doYou will learn about the different types of cats, from playful kittens to wise old cats, and the various breeds. Get ready to discover interesting facts, like why cats […]
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 […]
Join us for an engaging hour of dot painting and cultural learning!Join us for an engaging hour of dot painting and cultural learning!What to Expect:Immerse yourself in the art of Indigenous dot painting, where you’ll learn the techniques behind this iconic style and explore the symbols and signs that hold deep meaning in Aboriginal culture.No […]
Wrap your yarn round and round and make a bird appear!What you'll doWrap your yarn round and round and make a bird appear!What should I know?This workshop is FREEBookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who should attend?This workshop is for participants aged 5-8yearsThis program has a limited amount of spots […]
Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist!Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist! Book in to customise your very own name-tag stickers using our Cricut cutting machine. Create a set of colourful personalised stickers for your notebooks, diaries, water bottle or any other school supply you choose!What […]
Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist!Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist! Book in to customise your very own name-tag stickers using our Cricut cutting machine. Create a set of colourful personalised stickers for your notebooks, diaries, water bottle or any other school supply you choose!What […]
Unleash your creativity and bring your furry (or feathered) friend to life on canvas!Unleash your creativity and bring your furry (or feathered) friend to life on canvas! Join us for a fun and relaxing Paint Your Pet session. All skill levels welcome—just bring a photo of your pet, and we’ll guide you step-by-step to create […]
Mindful Moments at our beautiful Warilla Library is your introduction to a range of exercises and techniques.Mindful Moments at our beautiful Warilla Library is your introduction to a range of exercises and techniques that will help you breathe easier and step into each day with clarity.What you'll do:The class incorporates a range of movements, combining […]
Add a burst of color to your style with Tie-Dye Bags!What you'll doAdd a burst of color to your style with Tie-Dye Bags! Create your own unique, vibrant designs in this fun and hands-on activity.What should I know?This workshop is $5. All materials will be supplied.Bookings for this event will open two weeks prior to […]
Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist!Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist! Book in to customise your very own name-tag stickers using our Cricut cutting machine. Create a set of colourful personalised stickers for your notebooks, diaries, water bottle or any other school supply you choose!What […]
Join in on our craft program at Albion Park Library!What you'll doJoin in on our craft program at Albion Park Library! Everybody Makes will spend 3 months on a particular medium, and we’re starting with Mosaics!Our first workshop will be creating a coaster! You’ll have the opportunity to try a small-scale mosaic design in preparation […]
Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist!Get ready to head back to school with a creative twist! Book in to customise your very own name-tag stickers using our Cricut cutting machine. Create a set of colourful personalised stickers for your notebooks, diaries, water bottle or any other school supply you choose!What […]
Welcome to Pantry Prep! Our newest program aims to introduce new and fun ways of meal prepping!Welcome to Pantry Prep! Our newest program aims to introduce new and fun ways of meal prepping!What you'll do:BYO jar and join us at the beautiful Albion Park Library for a session of prepping all the dry ingredients you […]
Go on an epic adventure into the world of Dungeons and Dragons!Go on an epic adventure into the world of Dungeons and Dragons!What you'll doAre you interested in playing Dungeons and Dragons but don’t know where to start? In this workshop you will learn the basics of D&D gameplay, create your own character, and try […]
Sit back, relax and enjoy a family friendly movie at Warilla Library.Sit back, relax and enjoy a family friendly movie at Warilla Library. Its free for the entire family to enjoy, and we also provide a drink and a snack!Movie Description:After an unexpected reunion with his long-lost father, a pampered orange tabby and his loyal […]
Join us at Warilla Library for a Papercraft workshop!Join us at Warilla Library for a Papercraft workshop! Learn new skills to create a beautiful piece you can take home!What you'll do:Join Vikki for a creative and fun morning learning how to make something special from paper. All materials are supplied, and these monthly Paper Craftworks […]
Have fun matching stickers by numbers and watch a Stegosaurus appear!What you'll doHave fun matching stickers by numbers and watch a Stegosaurus appear!What should I know?This workshop is FREEBookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who should attend?This workshop is for participants aged 5-8yearsThis program has a limited amount of spots […]
Learn how to tie-dye two unique and fun pillowcases to brighten up your room.What you'll doLearn how to tie-dye two unique and fun pillowcases to brighten up your room.What should I know?This workshop is $5. All materials will be supplied.Bookings for this event will open two weeks prior to the day.Who should attend?This workshop is […]
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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.
