Wollongong City Libraries run a variety of programs to introduce your child to the world of literature and reading. These programs range from babies to school aged children.
We stock a variety of items including books, CDs, DVDs and magazines. If you need help with directions or assistance in locating particular items our staff are more than happy to assist you.
We provide a welcoming environment for families by providing attractive children's areas that are equipped with child size furniture, puzzles and board games. Children from as young as one day old can join our library service.
Content: For Babies | For Toddlers | For Preschool Age Children | For School Aged Children
For Babies
Born to Read
A literacy program designed for you and your 0 to 18 month old baby. During the 9 week program, you and your baby will be exposed to language, books, and play activities. In order to allow for the most positive interaction between you and your child, it is best to have one adult per child. Exceptions are made for twins and triplets. No older siblings please. Bookings essential.
| Mondays |
Warrawong Library |
| Tuesdays |
Corrimal Library |
| Wednesdays |
Wollongong Library |
| Thursdays |
Dapto Library |
| Thursdays |
Thirroul Library |
For Toddlers
Toddler time
This program provides 30 minutes of fun and stories, songs, finger plays and movement rhymes and is designed especially for children aged from 18 months to 3 years. Adults are encouraged to participate in the activities. No bookings required.
| Tuesday |
10.30am |
Dapto Library |
| Tuesday |
10.30am |
Thirroul Library |
| Thursdays |
10.00am |
Wollongong Library |
| Monday |
11.00am |
Corrimal Library |
| Wednesday |
10.30am |
Warrawong Library |
For Preschool Age Children
Story time
This program includes stories, sing-a-longs, finger rhymes and craft activities, and are lots of fun for you and your preschool aged children. It runs during every school term. No bookings required.
| Tuesdays |
10.00am |
Wollongong Library |
| Fridays |
10.30am |
Dapto Library |
| Tuesdays |
11.00am |
Warrawong Library |
| Second Tuesday of the month |
10.30am |
Unanderra Library |
| Thursdays |
11.00am |
Corrimal Library |
| Fridays |
10.30am |
Thirroul Library |
| Second & Last Wednesdays of the month |
10.30am |
Helensburgh Library |
For School Aged Children
Tweens Club (8-14 year olds)
An informal get together to share books, games, music, movies, magazines, audio books, apps and food! You will need to bring your imagination and a willingness to participate.
This activity will be starting Term 4, 20th October 2011
| Thursdays (fortnightly) |
4-5 pm |
Wollongng LIbrary |
After school activities
This activity is held throughout the school term for all school aged children. No bookings required.
| Tuesdays |
4pm |
Corrimal Library |
What's On Wednesday
This is a school term activity aimed at 5-12 year olds and will include Wii, readers theatre, puppet theatre, craft activities, games for book lovers, trivia games, magic tricks, science tricks and more! No bookings required.
| Wednesdays |
3.30-4.30pm |
Dapto Library |
| Wednesdays |
3.30-4.30pm |
Thirroul Library |
| Wednesdays |
3.30-4.30pm |
Warrawong Library |
Summer Reading Club
A state wide initiative that runs through the summer school holidays starting in December and finishing in early February. The Summer Reading Club is for all children, independent readers and those needing to be read to.
See What's On for details of activities at your local library - including School Holiday Programs.