'Children are made readers on the laps of their parents' - Emilie Buchwald What you'll do Babies Love Books is a fun and immersive experience for you and your little one. Our team will guide you through a program that has been designed to support your baby's foundations for learning and development. In each session […]
Craft With Me is a new creative based program for toddlers at Warilla Library. Every week kids will will learn and create a new craft! Cut, colour, paste and play! The recommended age group for this program is children aged between 3- 5 years. What you'll do You'll be guided our friendly library staff at […]
Introduce your child to a world of possibilities with storytimes that make learning fun! What you'll do Storytimes are interactive sessions that introduce children to reading and develop a strong foundation for learning. Each session will explore new stories and encourage children to interact through song, movement and sensory activities, designed to support your child's […]
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 […]
About our craft clubs We're not sure if we have more fun getting together to knit and crochet or getting together to have a yarn (pun intended!). Join one of the craft groups at your local library. Our groups meet weekly or fortnightly at various locations. You can choose to work on your own project […]
Join us every Tuesday at 10am for Toddler Tales at the Shell Cove Sales Centre and introduce your child to a world of possibilities with storytimes that make learning fun! No bookings required! What you'll do: Storytimes are interactive sessions that introduce children to reading and develop a strong foundation for learning. Each session will […]
'Children are made readers on the laps of their parents' - Emilie Buchwald What you'll do Babies Love Books is a fun and immersive experience for you and your little one. Our team will guide you through a program that has been designed to support your baby's foundations for learning and development. In each session […]
Welcome to Chess Club! Come along to Warilla Library for a game or two of chess. We’ll set up the boards, and you’ll be paired up to play a round with another participant or you can bring a friend! What should I bring? Everything is provided! What else do I need to know? This is […]
Join us at Warilla Library for a Papercraft workshop! Learn new skills to create a beautiful piece you can take home!Warilla Library, Tuesday 27 May, 10:30amJoin 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 […]
Introduce your child to a world of possibilities with storytimes that make learning fun! What you'll do Storytimes are interactive sessions that introduce children to reading and develop a strong foundation for learning. Each session will explore new stories and encourage children to interact through song, movement and sensory activities, designed to support your child's […]
Every Tuesday from 1pm! Bring a friend, some snacks and join us for an afternoon of gaming! Scrabble ~ Dominos ~ Taboo ~ Jenga ~ Card Games and more.
'Children are made readers on the laps of their parents' - Emilie Buchwald What you'll do Babies Love Books is a fun and immersive experience for you and your little one. Our team will guide you through a program that has been designed to support your baby's foundations for learning and development. In each session […]
Come along to hear from the Shellharbour City Council Nursery Team on what you need to prepare your Winter garden.Oak Flats Library, Wednesday May 28, 10:30amDescription:Come along to hear from the Shellharbour City Council Nursery Team on what you need to prepare your Winter garden.We’ll cover soil prep, weed prevention, the best plants, flowers, herbs […]
Join us every Tuesday at 10am for Toddler Tales at the Shell Cove Sales Centre and introduce your child to a world of possibilities with storytimes that make learning fun! No bookings required! Join us every Wednesday at 10:30am for Toddler Time at Albion Park Library. What you'll do: Toddler Time is an interactive session […]
Introduce your child to a world of possibilities with storytimes that make learning fun! What you'll do Storytimes are interactive sessions that introduce children to reading and develop a strong foundation for learning. Each session will explore new stories and encourage children to interact through song, movement and sensory activities, designed to support your child's […]
What you'll do Play Words With Friends in real life and enjoy challenging your opponent in a game of scrabble. Oak Flats library host weekly Scrabble meets for players of all skill levels. You will be paired with another player in a game of Scrabble. All games will be played with two players. We recommend […]
About our craft clubs We're not sure if we have more fun getting together to knit and crochet or getting together to have a yarn (pun intended!). Join one of the craft groups at your local library. Our groups meet weekly or fortnightly at various locations. You can choose to work on your own project […]
'Children are made readers on the laps of their parents' - Emilie Buchwald What you'll do Babies Love Books is a fun and immersive experience for you and your little one. Our team will guide you through a program that has been designed to support your baby's foundations for learning and development. In each session […]
Introduce your child to a world of possibilities with storytimes that make learning fun! What you'll do Storytimes are interactive sessions that introduce children to reading and develop a strong foundation for learning. Each session will explore new stories and encourage children to interact through song, movement and sensory activities, designed to support your child's […]
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 at home. You and your child will have lots of fun. Sing & Grow […]
What you'll do My First STEM is an interactive program that uses play based activities to encourage children to learn and investigate the world around them. At each session we will: - Read books together - Sing and rhyme together - Be involved in a fun game/activity together - Explore Duplo Lego kits Each week […]
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 […]
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 Warilla Library on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month, from 10am-11.30am for some Tech Help!We’ve teamed up with Living Connected to provide you with free 1-1 drop-in sessions to help […]
Keep your brain fit and active with a fun, interactive session of brain teasers, trivia and quizzes.Albion Park Library, Tuesday 3 June, 10:30amKeep your brain fit and active with a fun, interactive session of brain teasers, trivia and quizzes.What you'll do:Socialise and have fun while staying mentally adaptable, strong and healthy. Join us monthly for […]
Join our fabulous instructor, artist Louise Humphries, for a creative and informative session on painting and still life.City Library, Wednesday 4 June, 6pmJoin our fabulous instructor for a creative and informative session on painting and still life.What you'll do:This program is focused on Still Life; the history, mediums and scenes that can be created.Each session […]
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 […]
About our craft clubs We're not sure if we have more fun getting together to knit and crochet or getting together to have a yarn (pun intended!). Join one of the craft groups at your local library. Our groups meet weekly or fortnightly at various locations. You can choose to work on your own project […]
Give your clothes a new life in our upcoming mending and makeover workshop with The Sewing Collective!Give your clothes a new life in our upcoming mending and makeover workshop with The Sewing Collective! In this beginner friendly mending workshop, in our Create Space, we will be learning some basic techniques to help you mend and […]
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 […]
Bring along your own craft project to work on and spend some time in good company!City Library, Wednesday 14 April, 10amBring 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 […]
Shellharbour City Library is excited to be hosting author Gina Chick, discussing her latest book We Are the Stars! Shellharbour City Library is excited to be hosting author Gina Chick, discussing her latest book We Are the Stars! City Library, Wednesday 11 June at 6:00pm. Shortlisted for the 2025 Indie Book Awards, Non-Fiction Gina Chick, […]
Be Connected WebinarFrom news and weather to health warnings and essential government services, there is so much useful information available on Australian government websites. The best part is, it’s free to access! We’ll show you how using government websites can benefit you, including a step - by -step guide to setting up your own MyGov […]
Come along to City Library where we’ll be bringing in a range of professionals to help you with life admin.City Library, Thursday 12 June, 6pmDescription:Come along to City Library where we’ll be bringing in a range of professionals to help you with life admin. Our goal is the address the things we all need to […]
The Coastal History of Warilla BeachThe Coastal History of Warilla BeachWhat will you learn?This presentation traces the evolution of management at Warilla Beach — from early dune clearing and sand mining through to seawall construction to protect housing, dune rehabilitation, and sand nourishment.It explores how the beach was reshaped over time, including its connection to […]
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 […]
Join Catherine on the third Monday of the month and paint a plant pot to suit your selection from our Seed Library!Oak Flats Library, Monday 16 June, 11amWhat you'll doMerry Makers spends 3 months on a particular medium, and next up we’re going to play with paint! Join Catherine on the third Monday of the […]
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 Warilla Library on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month, from 10am-11.30am for some Tech Help!We’ve teamed up with Living Connected to provide you with free 1-1 drop-in sessions to help […]
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 […]
Mindful Moments at our beautiful Warilla Library is your introduction to a range of exercises and techniques that will help you breathe easiWarilla Library, Wednesday 18 June, 10amMindful 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 […]
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 […]
Weaving and Jewellery Making with BarrmarranyWeaving and Jewellery Making with BarrmarranyJoin Barrmarrany for an inspiring and hands-on program celebrating the art of weaving and jewellery making, deeply rooted in Indigenous traditions and practices. This engaging workshop offers participants the opportunity to learn traditional techniques while creating their own unique pieces of art.Through guided instruction from […]
Hoot Hoot! Mini Explorers will learn all about things that go bump in the night when we go in search of nocturnal animals!What you’ll doHoot Hoot! Mini Explorers will learn all about things that go bump in the night when we go in search of nocturnal animals!What should I know?Parents/carers are not required to book […]
Learn the basics across 2 hands-on sessions designed to teach you all about how to use sewing machine.City Library, Monday 23 June & Monday 30 June, 10am-12pmAlways wanted to sew but not sure where to start? Learn the basics across 2 hands-on sessions designed to teach you all about how to use sewing machines, stitch […]
Join us at Warilla Library for a Papercraft workshop! Learn new skills to create a beautiful piece you can take home!Warilla Library, Tuesday 24 June 10:30amJoin 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 […]
What you'll do: Shellharbour City Libraries is delighted to partner with the Australian Ballet. Join us for a free Dancing Story Workshop presented by the Australian Ballet. The workshop is designed to give children the opportunity to explore the story of traditional ballets through dance, music, costumes, and characters. The workshops are accessible to all […]
What you'll do: Shellharbour City Libraries is delighted to partner with the Australian Ballet. Join us for a free Dancing Story Workshop presented by the Australian Ballet. The workshop is designed to give children the opportunity to explore the story of traditional ballets through dance, music, costumes, and characters. The workshops are accessible to all […]
What you'll do: Shellharbour City Libraries is delighted to partner with the Australian Ballet. Join us for a free Dancing Story Workshop presented by the Australian Ballet. The workshop is designed to give children the opportunity to explore the story of traditional ballets through dance, music, costumes, and characters. The workshops are accessible to all […]
What you'll do: Shellharbour City Libraries is delighted to partner with the Australian Ballet. Join us for a free Dancing Story Workshop presented by the Australian Ballet. The workshop is designed to give children the opportunity to explore the story of traditional ballets through dance, music, costumes, and characters. The workshops are accessible to all […]
Join us at Albion Park Library for a session on Nutrition, Diet and ExerciseAlbion Park Library, Thursday 26 June, 10:30amWhat you'll doJoin us at Albion Park Library for a session on Nutrition, Diet and Exercise with Sharon Concannon, physiotherapist and Healthy Aging Co-Ordinator (Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District)!You’ll receive some fantastic information and advice as […]
Come along to City Library for Cook Book Club!City Library, Thursday 26 June, 6pmDescription:Come along to City Library for Cook Book Club!Join nutritionist and chef Emily Gardem for a wonderful workshop using the libraries extensive Food and Cooking collection to find recipes and learn to make something new! You’ll learn new cooking skills and be […]
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 […]
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 Warilla Library on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month, from 10am-11.30am for some Tech Help!We’ve teamed up with Living Connected to provide you with free 1-1 drop-in sessions to help […]
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 […]
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