Little library lovers

National Simultaneous Storytime 2019

Get your maracas ready and join us at the library to celebrate National Simultaneous Storytime.
Now in its 19th year, this annual campaign promotes the value of reading and literacy and aims to encourage more young Australians to read and enjoy books.
This year we will be reading Alpacas with Maracas by Matt Cosgrove. So come along and hear all about Macca the Alpaca and his best friend Al.
Suitable for ages 3-5.

Wednesday, 22 May, 11-11:45am
Ashfield Library
Emanuel Tsardoulias Community Library Dulwich Hill
Haberfield Library
Leichhardt Library (bookings required) Register

Wednesday, 22 May, 10:30-11:30am
Marrickville Library

Programs to develop a lifelong love of learning

• A love of books
• The desire to learn to read
• Socialisation
• Being comfortable as part of a group
• Imagination and creativity
• Improved concentration
• Listening and language skills
• Increased vocabulary
• Enjoyment of the library
• Borrowing of books to read and share at home

Rhymetime

Suitable for ages 0-2 years.
Introduce babies to the fun and enjoyment of nursery rhymes, action songs and simple percussion instruments. Sessions are lively, interactive, and stimulating for babies, parents and carers.

Wiggle and Jiggle

Suitable for ages 2-3 years.
An active session of music, rhymes, movement and stories. Sessions support memorisation, language and motor skills.

Storytime

Suitable for ages 3-5 years.
Stories, songs, rhymes and a fun simple craft that may require adult help.

Little Library Lovers runs  during school term

*Additionally the program also runs during the school holidays at Leichhardt and Balmain Libraries
Bookings required at Balmain and Leichhardt Libraries

**Summer Hill Share centre is located at 135 Smith Street, Summer Hill, phone 9392 5810.

Due to major renovations at the Share Centre at Summer Hill, Rhymetime will be suspended until further notice. Please refer to this web page for any changes and updates. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Balmain Library bookings

Rhymetime - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday
Wiggle and Jiggle - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
Storytime - Thursday

Leichhardt Library bookings

Rhymetime - Monday 9:30am, Monday 11am, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday
Wiggle and Jiggle - Tuesday 9:30am, Tuesday 11am, Thursday and Saturday
Storytime - Wednesday

• Our goal is to have fun together with rhymes, songs and books in a safe and happy space
• Plan to arrive on time – allow extra time for parking, bathroom visits and to settle your child
• Please don’t leave your child unattended at any time
• Participate with your child
• If your child is crying or disrupting others, please step out and quietly return once your child is ready
• Please put toys away as they may distract others
• No food or drink to be consumed during Storytime due to allergies and possible anaphylaxis
• Please refrain from chatting with other parents during the program as this is distracting to both the session leader and the audience
• Please silence your mobiles
• Please no photography
• Have fun!

Bookworm kids club

Children ages 8-12 can explore their love of reading and develop their creativity in this weekly after-school book club. Hear about awesome books, make cool crafts, play games and meet new friends.

Marrickville Library
Weekly Wednesday 3.45-4.45pm during school term
No bookings, carers sign-in and sign-out required.

Under Construction

Have fun building your very own masterpiece with our great collection of Lego bricks. Bring a friend or make some new friends. This is a fun new club for school aged children which runs all year round - including the school holidays!

Balmain Library
Second Thursday of the month 3:45-4:45pm
 Register or call 9392 5938.

Leichhardt Library
Fourth Thursday of the month 3:45-4:45pm
 Register or call 9392 5966.

Read to Me

Read to Me is designed to share the magic of reading and encourage literacy in school aged children. This regular activity at the library is for primary school aged children.

Leichhardt Library
Weekly Tuesday during school term 3:20-5pm
Call to register 9392 5966.

Please note that children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult to all children's activities in the library.