Children's special events

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Story Time with Kristin Martin

We will be joined by local author, Kristin Martin who will be sharing her beautiful picture book, ‘Where Shall We Travel Today?’.

West Torrens Library (in the Children's area)
When: Wednesday 3 December 2025
Time: 10.30am - 11.30am
Where: 1 Brooker Terrace, Hilton

School Holiday Program

Our school holiday program (SHP) offers a range of activities and events during the school holidays. The program is available approximately two weeks before the holidays begin.

The program, when available, can be accessed here. 

Reading challenges

Get involved in our reading challenges using Beanstack!

National Simultaneous Story Time

Every year in May, the Australian Library and Information Association organises National Simultaneous Story Time to support reading and literacy.

National Simultaneous Story Time aims to promote:

  • the value of books
  • Australian writers and publishers
  • activities in public libraries and communities around the country.

In 2026, National Simultaneous Story Time will take place on Wednesday 27 May with the book 'Luna Roo: the Kangaroo Baller' - written by Adam Jackson and Adrian Lloyd, and illustrated by Jake Minton.

Find out more about National Simultaneous Story Time.

Book Week

In August every year schools and public libraries throughout Australia enjoy a week celebrating books and Australian authors and illustrators.

2026 Theme: Symphony of Stories
22 - 28 August 2026

Find out more about Book Week and the Children's Book Council of Australia.

More information

Email the Library, contact 8416 6228 or search our events.

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