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Winter Kids Movie Screening
Free, School holidays

Free Winter Kids Movie Screening Coming to Waverley Library These School Holidays

10/07/2026

Looking for a free school holiday activity that’s perfect for older kids? Waverley Library is hosting a Winter Kids Movie Screening these July school holidays, offering families the chance to enjoy a fun morning of laughs, action and adventure. The screening will take place on Friday 17 July, from 10:00am to 11:30am, at Waverley Library in Bondi Junction, and is suitable for children aged 8 years and over. An Action-Packed Family Adventure The featured film is an entertaining action-comedy about two children who believe their parents lead ordinary, uneventful lives. What they don’t realise is that their mum and dad…

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School holidays

July School Holiday Fun at Bondi

15/06/2026

Keep the kids active and busy during Winter with Waverley Council’s school  holiday programs.  Starting from just $25 per class, we offer a variety of exciting classes like Archery, Basketball, Ninja Obstacle Course, Pickleball, Soccer World Cup, Surfing and  Mini Olympics operating from Bondi Pavilion and the Margaret Whitlam  Recreational Centre. See here to register your kids to a class.  Waverley Library’s Winter School Holiday Program will also be packed with  creativity, culture, and fun. Be amazed by a magic show, enjoy experiments with  a Mad Scientist, and connect with culture through a special NAIDOC weaving  workshop and craft. Patrons…

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Free, Fun, Learning

Roar Into a Dinosaur Adventure at Waverley Library

29/05/2026

Little dinosaur lovers are invited to dig, discover and explore at a fun-filled Storytime & Sensory Play session at Waverley Library this June. Designed especially for children aged 3 to 5 years, this interactive program combines storytelling, sensory play and creative craft activities to bring the prehistoric world to life. Young explorers will enjoy exciting dinosaur-themed stories, hands-on sensory experiences featuring a variety of materials and textures, and creative craft activities that encourage imagination and learning through play. Sensory play is a wonderful way for young children to develop fine motor skills, build confidence, spark creativity and engage their senses…

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For Mums, Free

Good News for Mums & Bubs: Waverley Library’s Kids Programs Are Back

30/01/2026

As the school holidays come to an end and families ease back into routine, there’s some very welcome news for mums, dads and little ones — Waverley Library’s much-loved kids’ programs are back! 🎉 Perfectly timed for the start of term, these weekly sessions offer engaging, low-cost activities that combine stories, songs, movement and creativity, giving children something special to look forward to each week and parents a reliable, enriching outing. Waverley Library is returning with its popular regular children’s programs, and the 2026 schedule is packed with fun, learning and plenty of giggles for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. If…

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After School Activities, Free

After-School Fun: Animal Book Friends at Waverley Library

20/09/2025

Calling all animal lovers and bookworms! On Thursday 25 September, Waverley Children’s Library is rolling out the red carpet for some of the greatest animal stars in storyland. From superhero cats who save the day, to clever dogs who crack mysteries, to warrior cats, cheeky ponies, and feathered friends who flap, gallop, and pounce their way through our favourite tales — this is a celebration of the creatures who make books truly magical. For one hour only, from 4pm – 5pm, kids can step into a world where animals are the heroes. Expect: Animal-inspired crafts (because who doesn’t love getting…

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Community

Story Time at The Boot Factory with Waverley Library – A Magical Morning for Little Bookworms

31/07/2025

Looking for a fun, free and engaging activity to share with your preschooler? Join Waverley Library for Story Time @ The Boot Factory – a delightful morning of stories, rhymes and creativity designed especially for children aged 3 to 5 years. Held in the beautifully refurbished Boot Factory in Bondi Junction, this 30-minute session is perfect for little imaginations. Expect an interactive program of storytelling, playful rhymes and plenty of giggles – all designed to encourage a love of books and reading from an early age. As an added treat, each child will receive a craft to take home, so…

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Free, What to do

Celebrate World Ocean Day with Crafty Fun at Waverley Library

02/06/2025

Looking for a fun and creative weekend activity for the kids? Head to Waverley Library on Saturday 7 June for a special World Ocean Day Craft event – a hands-on celebration that’s perfect for children aged 4 and up. Running from 10am to 4pm, this drop-in style craft day invites kids and their families to dive into the wonders of the ocean through art. Children will have the chance to make colourful sea creatures, including sea turtles and octopuses, using a variety of fun materials. To add to the excitement, there will be giveaways like ocean-themed scratch art, stickers, and…

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Family Friendly Technology, What to do

Preserve Precious Family Moments – For Free at Waverley Library

03/05/2025

Do you have old family photos, slides, VHS tapes, or home videos tucked away in boxes, waiting to be rediscovered? Don’t let those treasured memories fade away—digitise them and keep your family stories alive for generations to come. Waverley Library is now offering a free Family History Digitisation Station, giving you the chance to bring your old memories back to life. Whether it’s childhood birthdays, family holidays, or special moments with loved ones, this easy-to-use station allows you to convert VHS tapes, Hi8 and Video8 cassettes, film reels, negatives, and photographs into digital files you can share and keep forever….

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Community, Food

Gingerbread House Making

16/11/2024

Unleash your inner child this Christmas with a twist on a classic holiday tradition that’s all grown up! Gather your adult friends and get ready for a festive, fun-filled gingerbread house making experience like no other. Indulge your senses in the sweet aroma of gingerbread and the taste of delectable icing as you embark on a creative adventure that’s perfect for adults. You’ll have the creative freedom to design and build a gingerbread masterpiece that’s uniquely yours. Treat yourself and your friends to a memorable, merry-making event that’s tailor-made for adults. Gingerbread making kits and light refreshments provided. This event…

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Education, Kids

HSC Study Night @Waverley Library: English with Larry Grumley

13/09/2024

Waverley Library is hosting a special study night for year 12 students! Larry Grumley will provide HSC students some last minute advice in preparation for their upcoming English exams, covering HSC Human Experience and Paper 2 study and exam techniques both Advanced and Standard courses. Larry Grumley has over 30 years’ experience teaching English in both Australia and overseas. He has taught at high school, TAFE and university level and is currently Head Teacher of English at Catherine McAuley High School, Sydney. As a Supervisor of Marking, he has presented lectures on aspects of English and learning skills to students…

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