Holiday program
View the full summer holiday program
Visit your local library these holidays to participate in one of the fun programs on offer.
Library Elf on a Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Our library staff have been masquerading as elves at the North Pole and we have the pictures to prove it! Grab a scavenger hunt clue sheet and see if you can find all the elves...on the shelves. All ages. Registration not required. Drop in session.
| Library | Date | Time |
| All libraries | Saturday 14 December - Tuesday 24 December | During opening hours |
Busy Elves Station
Make elf ears, hats or just get creative and make something elfmazing! Ages 4+ years. Registration not required. Drop in session.
| Library | Date | Time |
| Beerwah | Tuesday 17 December | 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Caloundra | Tuesday 17 December | 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Coolum | Tuesday 17 December | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Kawana | Wednesday 18 December | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Kenilworth | Friday 20 December | 10.30am-12.30pm |
| Maleny | Tuesday 17 December | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Maroochydore | Wednesday 18 December | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Nambour | Wednesday 18 December | 10.00am-12.00pm |
Deadly Australians
Learn interesting facts, curious habits and little known ‘secrets’ about the venomous wildlife that inhabit our suburban backyards, bush, beaches and ocean. Ages 4-12 years. Registration required.
| Library | Date | Time | Registration |
| Caloundra | Friday 20 December | 10.00am-11.30am | Register |
| Coolum | Thursday 19 December | 1.30pm-3.00pm | Register |
| Maroochydore | Thursday 19 December | 10.00am-11.30am | Register |
Adventurers Scavenger Hunt
Going on an adventure? You'll need to pack! Travel around the library and find all the hidden items that you'll need for your next expedition! Can you find them all? All ages. Registration not required. Drop in session.
| Library | Date | Time |
| All libraries | Friday 27 December - Saturday 25 January | During opening hours |
Badge Making
Drop in to create a one-of-a-kind button badge using old books, comics or get inspired and design your own. Ages 6+ years. Registration not required. Drop in session.
| Library | Date | Time |
| Beerwah | Thursday 16 January | 2.00pm-4.00pm |
| Coolum | Tuesday 14 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Kawana | Wednesday 8 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Maleny | Wednesday 8 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
Comic Express Cartoon Workshop
Learn how to create your own original cartoon character with the help of cartooning legend Phil Judd! Ages 7-12 years. Registration required.
| Library | Date | Time | Registration |
| Caloundra | Thursday 9 January | 1.30pm-2.30pm | Register |
| Kawana | Thursday 9 January | 10.00am-11.00am | Register |
| Maroochydore | Wednesday 8 January | 10.00am-11.00am | Register |
| Nambour | Wednesday 8 January | 1.30pm-2.30pm | Register |
Paper Engineering
Make a paper plane or flying craft. Will it fly and how far? All ages. Registration not required. Drop in session.
| Library | Date | Time |
| Beerwah | Tuesday 21 January | 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Caloundra | Wednesday 15 January | 10.00am-12.00pm |
| Coolum | Tuesday 21 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Kawana | Wednesday 15 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Kenilworth | Friday 10 January | 10.30am-12.30pm |
| Maleny | Thursday 16 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Maroochydore | Thursday 16 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
| Nambour | Wednesday 15 January | 10.00am-12.00pm |
Wooden Hand Drum
Drop in to decorate your very own wooden hand drum and make some music! Ages 4+ years. Registration not required. Drop in session.
| Library | Date | Time |
| Kenilworth | Wednesday 8 January | 9.30am-11.30am |
Future engineers club
Get ready to design, build and unleash your creativity with LEGO, magnetic tiles, geometric shapes and much more. Ages 6+ years. Registration not required. Drop in session.
| Library | Date and Time | More information |
| Various libraries | Various dates, 3.00pm-4.30pm | More information |
Disclaimer
Allow plenty of time for travel and parking.
Age limits for library programs and holiday packs are strictly monitored and enforced. All programs have been designed and materials provided for specific age groups to correspond with their motor and literacy skills and developmental age. Packs and programs for ages 6+ may contain small parts.
To avoid disappointment please ensure your child is of the appropriate age prior to registration.
Adult supervision is required for children under 12 for the duration of this library program. Young people aged 12 and up can attend library programs unsupervised.
View the event terms and conditions.