Regular events

The Woollahra Library & Information Service's Children's Program is tailored to the needs of children and young adults of various ages. Sessions are running at our various library locations.

Childrens programs will finish for 2011 on Friday 16 December. They will restart on Monday 6 February 2012.

An outline of the program is provided below:

Rhyme Time (for babies aged 0-2)

Rhyme Time is a fun and interactive program designed for babies aged 0 to 2. It introduces children to the joys of literature and language. Rhyme Time combines rhymes, singing, board books and toys. This program aims to encourage and develop a life long love of books and libraries.

Double Bay Central Library:

• Tuesday 3:30pm
• Friday 10:30am

Paddington Library:

• Thursday 10:30am and 3:30pm

Watsons Bay Library:

• Thursday 10:30am

Storytelling for babies and toddlers at Holdsworth Community Centre

This Rhyme Time session is designed for carers with their babies and toddlers. The Library visits the centre during school term only. Entry fees to the Community Centre apply.

For more information on opening hours, location, prices or any other services please visit:

Holdsworth Community Centre & Services:

• First Tuesday of the Month 10:30am

Preschool Storytime (for children aged 3-5)

Storytime is an opportunity for preschool children aged 3 to 5 and their parents/carers to share the joys of literature, language, rhythm and rhyme. Each session consists of a general theme which incorporates songs, rhymes, stories and a simple craft activity for your child. They will sometimes need your assistance!

Double Bay Central Library:

• Monday 10:30am

Watsons Bay Library:

• Tuesday 10:30am

Paddington Library:

• Friday 10:30am

Kids Club (for children aged 6+)

Have a blast@ your library with Kids Club! Each session offers something new and exciting to do! Guest presenters, games, cool crafts, pizza and much more.  All sessions are free.

Watsons Bay Library:

• Last Wednesday of the Month 4:00pm

Double Bay Central Library:

• Last Thursday of the Month 4:00pm

For more information on our Children's Program, please contact Woollahra Library & Information Service on 9391 7100.

Important Information

• Plan to arrive on time so you don't miss anything.
• Due to allergies, please do not feed your child during programs.
• Storytime and Rhyme Time are interactive sessions, please join in with songs and rhymes.
• Please remember that background noise is distracting for the children and staff.
• Assisting with packing up is appreciated.
• At special sessions light refreshments will be served, we will advertise these sessions.

Supervision of children

Library staff do not supervise children in the library. Unattended children may leave the library at any time, hurt themselves, or be approached by strangers. Libraries are busy public places and staff cannot judge which members of the public present as a possible danger to children.

Library staff will attempt to contact parents or care providers if children under ten or who are in distress are found without adult supervision.

Special events