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The City of Holdfast Bay libraries hosts various events and programs throughout the year. They include creative, cultural, informative, and educational activities for all ages.
Book a Library Program or Event
Adult Programs and Events
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Author Talk with Henry Olonga
- When
- Thursday 21 November at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
- Where
- Keelara Centre
- Audience
- Seniors, Adults
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- International cricketer, singer and author Henry Olonga will be talking about his autobiography, 'Blood, Sweat and Treason'.
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Brighton Book Chatter
- When
- Thursday 21 November at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
- Where
- Brighton Library
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Chat with like-minded souls about what you have been reading and enjoying!
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All Ages Board Game Drop-In Session
- When
- Sunday 1 December at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
- Where
- Glenelg Library
- Audience
- Youth, Families, Adults
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Come to the Glenelg Library one Sunday a month for an afternoon of board games for all ages. You can…
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Monday at the Movies
- When
- Monday 2 December at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
- Where
- Brighton Civic Centre
- Audience
- Adults
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Join us for a movie and a chat
Services
The library offers several services to our community. Please click on the service below to learn more.
Justice of the Peace
A drop-in Justice of the Peace service is available at Glenelg Library during the following times:
- Fridays 9.30 am -11:30am
- Saturdays 10am-12pm
There is no need to make appointment for this service
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Digital One on OneFind more- Summary
- Book a digital help session.
- Contacts
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Contact:
Library Phone:
8179 9555 Email:
library@holdfast.sa.gov.au
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Home LibraryFind more
- Summary
- Home delivery of library materials.
- Contacts
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Contact:
Jo Churchett Phone:
8179 9555 Email:
library@holdfast.sa.gov.au
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Book Discussion GroupsFind more
- Summary
- Register your interest in participating in a book discussion group.
- Contacts
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Contact:
Brighton Library Phone:
8229 9988 Email:
library@holdfast.sa.gov.au
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Digitising Family MemoriesFind more
- Summary
- 1-on-1 sessions to digitise your photographs, negatives, and keepsakes.
- Contacts
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Contact:
Jess Phone:
8229 9988 Email:
Library@holdfast.sa.gov.au
Children and Youth Programs and Events
Children's Early Literacy Programs
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Wriggle n’ Rhyme
- When
- Thursday 21 November at 9:15am - 9:45am
- Where
- Brighton Library
- Audience
- Children, Parents and Toddlers
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Sing, dance, read, and play at the library.
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Toddler Time
- When
- Thursday 21 November at 10:00am - 10:30am
- Where
- Brighton Library
- Audience
- Children, Parents and Toddlers
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Sing, dance, read and play at the library!
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Stay 'N' Play
- When
- Saturday 23 November at 10:00am - 12:00pm
- Where
- Brighton Library
- Audience
- Children, Parents and Toddlers
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Create and explore at the library.
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Melody Makers
- When
- Monday 25 November at 9:15am - 9:45am
- Where
- Glenelg Library
- Audience
- Children, Parents and Toddlers
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Sing, dance, read and play at the library!
Words Grow Minds
Words Grow Minds is a South Australian government-funded campaign that gets straight to the heart of how parents and caregivers can help babies and young children thrive. Its simple message of Talk, Read, Play and Sing is supported by our library collections and our early literacy programs for children from birth to school age.
To learn more about how to support your children, see the Words Grow Minds website to access their free family resources.
1001 Books Before School Program
Reading aloud with your child has proven to be one of the most valuable activities you can do to set your child up for success and encourage them to love reading for life. In this challenge, we encourage you to read 1001 books with your child before they start school.
Drop into Glenelg or Brighton Library to register. For more information, view the 1001 Books FAQ handout (PDF).
Library Programs Online
Enjoy our regular children’s programs at any time. Follow the slides and listen to the songs at home. Access Library Program online.
STEM Programs
STEM Programs
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Family LEGO Night
- When
- Tuesday 19 November at 3:00pm - 6:00pm
- Where
- Brighton Library
- Audience
- Families, Children
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Drop in and create with LEGO!
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STEAM Mates: Create an Operation Game
- When
- Thursday 21 November at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
- Where
- Brighton Library
- Audience
- Children
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Explore, create, and have fun with STEAM at the library!
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Glenelg Code Club
- When
- Friday 22 November at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
- Where
- Glenelg Library
- Audience
- Children
- Cost
- Free
- Summary
- Learn to code at the library.
Request a Visit
Catch Us!
Would you like a visit from the Children’s Programs Team? We can bring our Wriggle ’n’ Rhyme singing or Storytime sessions to you! To organise an outreach session, don't hesitate to get in touch with the library at librarylearning@holdfast.sa.gov.au