Looking for creative, educational, and free activities to keep your kids engaged during the July 2025 school holidays?Woollahra Council has curated a vibrant program across its libraries, offering something for every age group—from curious preschoolers to tech-savvy teens.
🌼 Nature-Inspired Fun for Ages 5–12
Book an Adventure Quest
Embark on a magical journey through Woollahra Libraries, searching for tooth fairies, missing teeth, and hidden flower trails. This interactive quest runs from Monday, 7 July to Saturday, 23 August 2025.woollahra.nsw.gov.au+3woollahra.nsw.gov.au+3woollahra.nsw.gov.au+3
Flower Power Craft
On Monday, 7 July 2025, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, kids can experiment with printmaking, flower pounding, and tie-dye using natural materials found in their own backyards.woollahra.nsw.gov.au+2woollahra.nsw.gov.au+2woollahra.nsw.gov.au+2
Seed Art Workshops
Children aged 8–12 can explore the potential of seeds through art at various library locations:
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14 July: Paddington Library
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15 July: Watsons Bay Library
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16 July: Woollahra Library at Double Baywoollahra.nsw.gov.au+5woollahra.nsw.gov.au+5woollahra.nsw.gov.au+5woollahra.nsw.gov.au+1woollahra.nsw.gov.au+1
🎮 Creative Tech & Design for Teens (Ages 13–18)
Street Art & Cartooning Workshop
Join illustrator and graphic designer Matthew Lin on Thursday, 17 July 2025, from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM, for a creative workshop exploring the foundations of street art. Participants will learn to design bold typography tags, practice key marker techniques, and explore different street art styles and eras. woollahra.nsw.gov.au+1woollahra.nsw.gov.au+1
🎬 Friday Flicks – Free Family Movie Days
Gather your friends or meet new ones at Woollahra Libraries’ Friday Flicks, showcasing unique film experiences:
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11 July: A 1989 [PG] film where a scientific experiment shrinks a group of kids to the size of insects, leading to backyard adventures.
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18 July: A 2025 [PG] release (details to be announced).woollahra.nsw.gov.au+2woollahra.nsw.gov.au+2woollahra.nsw.gov.au+2
🌿 NAIDOC Week: Explore Our New Garden
Celebrate NAIDOC Week on 10 July 2025 with an afternoon tea in Woollahra Library’s new ecological garden. This event is open to all ages and offers an opportunity to connect with nature and community. woollahra.nsw.gov.au
📍 Event Locations
All activities are held across Woollahra Libraries:
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Woollahra Library at Double Bay: 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
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Paddington Library: 247 Oxford Street, Paddington
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Watsons Bay Library: 8 Marine Parade, Watsons Baywoollahra.nsw.gov.au+5woollahra.nsw.gov.au+5woollahra.nsw.gov.au+5woollahra.nsw.gov.au+1woollahra.nsw.gov.au+1woollahra.nsw.gov.au
📝 Bookings & More Info
All events are free, but bookings are essential due to limited spaces. For more details and to reserve your spot, visit the Woollahra Council Winter School Holiday Activities page.
