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Littlebrainsdevelopthemostin thefirstfiveyears.It’snevertoo earlytostartreadingtoyour littleone.Talking,reading, singingandplayingwithyour childaresomeofthebest thingsyoucandotogivethem aheadstartinschoolandlife.
JoinafreeFirst5Foreversessionatyourlocallibraryandgetideastotryat home,meetotherparentsandcarers,andaccessfunactivitiesforyourchild. Nobookingsrequired.
Ages0-1year
Idealforchildrenfrom0to1year.
Ages0-5
Idealforchildrenfrom0to5years.
Ages18months-3
Idealforchildrenfrom18monthsto3years.
Ages2-5
Idealfortoddlersaged2to5years.
Pleasenote:Parents/guardiansmustremainwithchildrenforthedurationofallactivities.
Come&Playwithus!
Dropinatanytimetoanyofourlibrariestohavefunplayingandexploringwith yourchild.Youcanalsoborrowbookstosharewhenyougethome.
City Library Earlville Library Gordonvale Library Manunda Library Smithfield Library Stratford Library
Monday 10am
Tuesday 10am
BabyRhyme Time
Bulkaway Muruku
Learning English Through Storytime
Wednesday 10am
Toddler Time
Toddler Rockers
Thursday 10am
Storytime
Science Storytime
Storytime
ArtTales
BabyRhyme Time
Rhythm& Relaxation
LittleMovers (3.30pm)
BabyRhyme Time
PlayStars
Play& Discover Dancing Storytime
Friday 10am
Saturday 10.30am Sunday 10am
Toddler Rockers
Auslan Storytime
Singa Song
Story &Play
Singa Song
BabyRhyme Time
BabyRhyme Time
PlayStars
F I R S T 5 F O R E V E R
CAIRNSLIVINGLIBRARY
Everypersonhasastory! Beinspired,gaininsight,and absorbnewideasinoursmall groupstorytellingsession Listen asaguestspeakertellstheir story,thenparticipatein respectfuldiscussionand questiontime.
EARLVILLELIBRARY
BI-MONTHY,SEEWEBSITEFOR DETAILS
FILMCLUB
Join our Film Club for monthly screenings and discussions of classic and contemporary films. Enjoy a social atmosphere where movie lovers can share opinions, explore different genres, and discover new favourite films.
CITYLIBRARY
3RDFRIDAYOFEACHMONTH
NOON
ADULT
PAGETURNERBOOKCLUB
Enjoy a variety of books, lively discussions and discover a great way to meet new people. Talk about what you’ve read, what you’re reading now, and what you’ll read next.
SMITHFIELDLIBRARY
2NDWEDNESDAYOFEACHMONTH 10.30AM
EARLVILLELIBRARY
3RDTHURSDAYOFEACHMONTH 10.30AM
TECHHELPDROPIN
Are you looking for tech help? Have a phone that just won’t do what you need it to do? Need to send an attachment in an email but don’t know how? Bring your device, drop in for a chat and let our staff help you.
CITY&SMITHFIELDLIBRARY
EVERYMONDAY11AM
EARLVILLE&MANUNDALIBRARY
EVERYFRIDAY11AM
TECHTALKCLASS
Overwhelmed by the ever-evolving pace of technology? You are not alone. Bring your device and learn from our facilitator, develop skills and confidence in using computers, smart phones, and tablets.
EARLVILLELIBRARY 2NDWEDNESDAYOFEACH
MONTH 10.30AM
ANIME&MANGACLUB
Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the world of anime and manga, come share your favourite series, discover new ones, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
SMITHFIELDLIBRARY 2NDTUESDAYOFEACHMONTH
3.30PM
CODINGCLUB
Unlock the world of coding and robotics at Coding Club. Whether you are a beginner or an intermediate coder, learn how to use coding to hone your problem-solving skills.
SMITHFIELDLIBRARY
2NDWEDNESDAYOFEACHMONTH
3.30PM
BOARDGAMEON!
Board games don’t have to be boring! Make new friends and learn a board game or two while you’re at it! No gaming experience needed just come along and join the fun.
MANUNDALIBRARY 3RDWEEKOFEACHMONTH 3.30PM
CREATORSPACE
Spark curiosity & ingenuity for young people. Build, create, and invent with new projects and themes explored every month. All materials are provided for these sessions.
ALLLIBRARIESEXCEPTMANUNDA 2NDMONDAY OFEACHMONTH 3.30PM
DIGITAL ART ANIMATION
Dive into the world of digital art and animation. In these fun and hands-on sessions, learn design basics, how to create eyecatching animations, and the ins and outs of publishing your work! Perfect for budding artists and tech enthusiasts alike, this program will spark creativity while teaching practical skills.
MANUNDALIBRARY
K I D S / T E E N S
4THTUESDAYOFEACHMONTH
3.30PM
DROPIN&STEAM
Explore the world of science, technology, engineering, arts & mathematics. Get creative and test out your inventiveness while engaging with other kids.
EDMONTON,GORDONVALE& MANUNDALIBRARIES
1STWEEKOFEACHMONTH
3.30PM
DROPIN&BUILD
Getreadytobuild,create,and explore!DropIn&Buildisthe perfecthands-onprogram wherekidscanunleashtheir imaginationwithblocks,bricks, andotherfunbuildingmaterials. Thisdrop-insessionencourages problem-solving,teamwork,and motorskillsdevelopment—all throughthejoyofplay!
BABINDALIBRARY EVERYTUESDAY 3.30PM
LEGO CLUB
Brick by brick build awesome creations and friendships at LEGO Club. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity and innovation where the only limit to your creation is your imagination.
SMITHFIELDLIBRARY EVERYFRIDAY 3.30PM
All events are FREE and only run during School Term. No bookings are required! Parental Supervision is required at all events.
MUSIC JAM SPOT
Let your kids unleash their inner rock star at Music Jam Spot! This monthly self-guided program invites children to explore, play, and experiment with a variety of musical instruments. Come and join the jam, no experience needed!
MANUNDA LIBRARY
3RD WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH 3.30PM
STEAM CLUB
Explore, create, and innovate at our STEAM Club! Kids will take on exciting challenges and hands-on projects that bring science, technology, engineering, art, and math to life in fun and engaging ways.
STRATFORD LIBRARY
3RD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH 3.30PM
AlleventsareFREEandonlyrunduringSchoolTerm.Nobookingsarerequired! ParentalSupervisionisrequiredatallevents.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN!
Eachschoolholidays,CairnsLibrarieswillbringyoualineupofFREE, FUN,andFANTASTICeventstokeepkidsandteensentertained!
Frominteractiveactivitiestocreativeworkshops,we’vegot somethingforeveryone.Don'tmissoutontheexcitement, visitourwebsitetodiscoverwhat’shappeningth schoolholidays.
Wecan'twaittoseeyouthere!
BabindaLibrary
GordonvaleLibrary
ManundaLibrary
RaintreesShoppingCentre,Manunda
SmithfieldLibrary 70CheviotStreet,Smithfield
StratfordLibrary 11KamerungaRoad,Stratford
