Summer 2023
City of West Torrens are very keen for you to 'Stay Healthy in the Heat!' this summer. Remember to drink water, stay cool, dress down, soak, plan your day and help others! This page outlines the enormous range of events and activities on offer that you can get involved in and connect with your community this summer season.
Events for everyone
The following awesome and FREE activities are all part of West Torrens Summer Festival.
- Movie night: Elvis (M)
Sick of television? Looking to get out of the house? Come and enjoy a free movie night at the Library!
West Torrens Auditorium
Thursday, 27 April 2023 | 07:00 PM
to 09:30 PM
- Movie night: Ticket to paradise (M)
Sick of television? Looking to get out of the house? Come and enjoy a free movie night at the Library!
West Torrens Auditorium
Thursday, 29 June 2023 | 07:00 PM
to 09:30 PM
Activities for kids and teens
- Colouring-in Competition for ALL ages
Winners of the #ThatsCool colouring in competition will be announced soon!
Summer activity calendar
- Clothes Upcycling - 6 January
Ages 10+
- Open Air Cinema - 7 January, 5.30pm
Trolls Word Tour (G)
Trolls World Tour is a sequel to 2016's Trolls and takes us back to the psychedelic, happy land.
All Ages
- Hamra Library Cinema - 7 January, 7pm
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (PG)
Sonic teams up with his sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.
All Ages
- Make and Create with Clay - 10 January
Ages 5+
- Digital Art: summer edition - 11 January
Ages 10+
- Kindergym Come and Try! - 12 January
Ages under 5
- Come and Try Chess Beginners - 12 January
Ages 8+
- Come and Try Squash - 16 January
Ages 6+
- Lost Mummy Escape Room - 17, 18 & 19 January
Ages 8+
- Come and Try Chess Intermediate - 20 January
Ages 8+
- AUSLAN Story Time - Animal Theme (presented by Deaf Butterfly Effect) - From 21 January (TBC)
Ages 8+
- Hamra Library Cinema - 21 January, 5:30pm
Paw Patrol (G)
The story starts in familiar Adventure Bay where we are re-introduced to the characters with a typical rescue from Rider and his team of mighty pup.
All Ages
- Open Air Cinema - 21 January, 7pm
Minions: Rise of Gru (PG)
In this prequel to the Despicable Me movies, 12-year-old Gru (Steve Carell) dreams of becoming the world's greatest supervillain.
All Ages
- E-sports Switch tournament - 23 January
Ages 10+
- Embroidery Workshop - 24 January
Ages 10+
- Build your Digital Skills; Microsoft Word - 25 January
Ages 6+
- Come and Try Calisthenics - 25 January
Ages 6+
- Toddler Time (18m+) - 31 January
Tuesdays during school term from 31 January, 11.10am
- Story Time! (3-5yrs) - 1 February
Wednesdays during school term from 1 February, 10.30am
- Toddler Time (18m+) - 2 February
Thursdays during school term from 2 February, 11.10am
- Story Time! (3-5yrs) - 3 February
Fridays during school term from 3 February, 10.30am
- Lego Club (5yrs +) - 6 February
Monday fortnight during school term from 6 February, 3.30pm
- RE-REMINDER!… Borrow books, e-games, toys, sporting equipment and so much more…
- Get involved Reading Challenge anytime throughout the year
- Consider attending the Youth Book Club
- Have you thought of participating in the Young Writers Group
- There are regular occurring Movie Nights (all year round) at the Hamra Library
- Play FREE Arcade Games at the Hamra Library
Cool Initiatives
Identify with our online resources
Cool ways to Connect with your Community
- Visit the Hamra Centre Library to peruse and borrow new collections of books, magazines, e-games, and more…
- Did you know there are cake tins and reusable kids colourful party supplies such as plates and cups and cutlery for loan?! Get lending!
- There will be Library 'Featured Collections' this summer to help you 'Stay Healthy in the Heat'. i.e. Library themed book selections/displays (Summer Reading Guide)
- Sign-up and learn new computer skills throughout the year at the Library's regular Re-Wire sessions
- Take a walk and enjoy the local Street Art and/or head along the Bird watching trail
- Browse the listing of local Community Groups or Club and link up with a group today!
- Consider hiring a Community Facilities in West Torrens for your next party, gathering, or event
- Watch a recent release movie on the Library big screen
- Join the local walking group - e.g. the 'Almond Tree Trackers' head off on Mondays and Thursdays weekly)
- Refer to the Hamra Library Activities / Event Listing for the full range of activities regularly occurring at the Library (e.g. Lego Club, knitters groups, book club, quilters. Language classes, and current exhibitions)
- English Language Classes occur on a Tuesday during school term, and Reading groups for English language learners occur on Monday and Wednesday during school term. Enquire about a class today!
- Check out the Adelaide Beaches website for lots of fun outings in and around the Western Suburbs
- Read the latest community news via the Council newsletter - Talking Points Magazine