Holiday Mania

Movie and Maker session

Monday 7 July

Time: 11am—1pm
Location: Caulfield Library 
Cost: FREE—no bookings required. 
Ages: Suitable for the whole family.

Join us for a special double screening of Stick Man, based on the beloved picture book by author Julia Donaldson and illustrator, Alex Scheffler. After the movie, unleash your creativity with a fun, stick-inspired craft activity. Screenings start at 11am.

Parental or caregiver supervision required for children under 12.

Library After Dark: Treasure Island

Monday 7 July

Time: 6pm—9pm
Location: Elsternwick Library 
Cost: FREE—no bookings required
Ages: Suitable for the whole family.

Ahoy, mateys! Set sail for an evening of pirate adventure as Elsternwick Library transforms into Treasure Island.  

Join roving chatty pirates for an evening of magic and circus tricks as they share tales from the high seas. Craft your own pirate hat, make a secret message in a bottle, and follow clues in the pirate scavenger hunt to uncover hidden treasure. Then, strike a pose in the pirate photobooth and take home a photo magnet, or visit the face painting station to complete your transformation into a true buccaneer.  

Suitable for ages 3 and up. No bookings required but wait times may apply for entry due to building capacity.

The Owl’s Apprentice

Tuesday 8 July

Time: 11am—12pm
Location: Glen Eira Town Hall—Theatrette
Cost: $10. Bookings required. 
Ages: Suitable for 6 and up.

Join Jenny Ellis for The Owl’s Apprentice, a heartwarming tale told through mesmerising hand and shadow puppetry! The story follows a curious young owl on a quest for wisdom, meeting quirky creatures and learning life’s lessons along the way.

Part of the 2025 Glen Eira Storytelling Festival. Don’t miss out on a magical morning of shadow puppetry, hand puppetry and storytelling. 

Please note: The theatre will be completely darkened at points.

NAIDOC Week: An afternoon with Boori (Monty) Pryor

Wednesday 9 July

Time: 2pm—3pm
Location: Carnegie Library and Community Centre
Cost: FREE and bookings required. 
Ages: For primary school children.

Celebrate NAIDOC Week and get ready for an unforgettable afternoon with award-winning children’s author, didjeridoo player, storyteller and dancer, Boori Monty Pryor. Boori’s father was from the Birrigubba people of the Bowen region, and his mother is from Yarrabah (near Cairns), a descendant of the Kungganji.

Sharing funny tales from his life, alongside stories from The Dreaming, Boori combines traditional elements of performance with contemporary stories to help children better understand First Nations histories and culture.  Don’t miss this incredible afternoon of dance, music, language, and storytelling!

Adults also require a ticket, and children must not be left unattended during the performance.

Movie: Elemental

Thursday 10 July

Time: 3pm—4.45pm
Location: Elsternwick Library
Cost: FREE. No bookings required. 
Ages: Suitable for 4 and up.

Join us for a special screening of Elemental, an animated film set in a city where residents represent the elements of fire, water, land, and air. The story follows Ember, a fiery young woman, and Wade, a laid-back water dweller, as they navigate their differences and forge an unlikely friendship. Amidst vibrant world-building, they learn that despite their contrasting natures, they have more in common than they first thought.

Running time 102 minutes. Rated PG. Contains mild themes and some scary scenes. No bookings required. Parental or caregiver supervision required for children under 12.

Make your own pencil case 

Wednesday 9 July

Time: 11am—5pm 
Location: Bentleigh Library and Youth Hub
Cost: FREE—no bookings required.
Ages: Suitable for 4 and up.

Express your unique style in this fun and creative craft session! Create a personalised pencil case that’s as special as you are.

Activity will run until supply runs out. Wait times may apply.

Freestyle craft drop-in

Thursday 10 July

Time: 11am—5pm
Location: Carnegie Library and Community Centre
Cost: FREE—no bookings required. 
Ages: Suitable for the whole family.

Let your creativity run wild at our free-style craft drop-in. Have fun with a variety of craft supplies—no rules, just imagination! The perfect space for young creatives of all ages. Where will your imagination take you?

Suitable for the whole family. Parental or caregiver supervision required for children under 12. Wait times may apply. Activity will run until supply runs out.

Movie screening: Paddington in Peru

Friday 11 July

Time: 2pm—3.45pm
Location: Bentleigh Library and Youth Hub 
Cost: FREE—no bookings required.
Ages: For ages 5 and up.

Join us for a free screening of Paddington in Peru! Everyone’s favourite marmalade-loving bear embarks on an exciting adventure to the Amazon, encountering new friends, unexpected challenges, and plenty of heartwarming moments. 

Running time is 106 minutes. Rated PG.  Contains mild scary scenes.

Parental or caregiver supervision required for children under 12.

Animals Galore

Friday 11 July

Time: 2pm—3pm 
Location: Carnegie Library and Community Centre 
Cost: $10—bookings essential. 
Ages: For ages 5 and up.

Get up close to some of Australia’s most amazing creatures—furry, feathery, and scaly friends alike! From leaping frogs to slithering pythons, you’ll discover the magic of Aussie animals through hands-on fun and fascinating facts. Don’t miss this chance to meet a crocodile, lizard—and more! Presented by Animals of Oz.

Adults do not require a ticket, but children must not be left unattended.

Design your own mug 

Monday 14 July

Time: 11am—5pm
Location: Caulfield Library
Cost: FREE—no bookings required
Ages: For ages 4 and up.

Join us for this super fun session where you’ll design your very own mug! With a variety of colours and stencils to choose from, you’ll take home a mug that’s as awesome as you!

Activity will run until supply runs out. Wait times may apply.

Parental or caregiver supervision required for children under 12.

Creative writing with Karen Wasson

Tuesday 15 July

Time: 2pm—3pm 
Location: Bentleigh Library and Youth Hub
Cost: FREE - bookings essential. 
Ages: Strictly for ages 8—12.

Unleash your imagination and explore the world of storytelling in this workshop for young writers and aspiring authors. Discover how to find ideas, craft characters and bring your own stories to life. Whether you dream of creating new worlds, writing magical adventures or hilarious tales, this workshop is the perfect place to start. 

Karen Wasson is a children’s author who loves to write fun and fascinating stories that blend fiction and nonfiction. Her recently published graphic novel Inked and nonfiction picture book Drop into the Ocean are favourites with kids of all ages.

Freestyle craft drop-in

Tuesday 15 July

Time: 11am—5pm
Location: Elsternwick Library
Cost: FREE—no bookings required. 
Ages: Suitable for the whole family.

Let your creativity run wild at our free-style craft drop-in. Have fun with a variety of craft supplies—no rules, just imagination! The perfect space for young creatives of all ages. Where will your imagination take you?

Parental or caregiver supervision required for children under 12. Wait times may apply.

Max and the Wild Things with Hila Tells Stories

Wednesday 16 July  

Time: 2pm—2.30pm
Location: Caulfield Library 
Cost: FREE—bookings recommended to help us plan ahead.
Ages: For ages 3 and up.

Join us for a Storytime takeover with Hila Tells Stories, based on Maurice Sendak's beloved book, Where the Wild Things Are.

Step into Max’s world where emotions are BIG, and imagination runs wild. Follow along as Max ventures into a fantastical land filled with strange and wonderful creatures known as The Wild Things. Through music, dance, and storytelling, Max learns valuable lessons about family, imagination, and the power of being true to oneself.

Aduts do not require a ticket, but children must not be left unattended.

What’s so Funny? By Carp Productions

Friday 18 July

First Session: 11.30am—12.30pm
Second Session:  2pm—3pm
Location: Carnegie Library and Community Centre
Cost: FREE—bookings required. 
Ages: Suitable for 5 and up.

What happens when a magic show is turned upside down? You get a spectacular mixed-up magic show guaranteed to make you laugh out loud.  Prepare to be amazed as tricks go awry in the most hilarious and unexpected ways!

Adults also require a ticket, and children must not be left unattended during the performance.