Celebrating creativity with the winners of the Year of the Horse bookmark competition at Willoughby City Library.
Thursday 18 February 2027
to Thursday 18 March 2027
9:00am - 5:00pm
Chatswood Library, Lower Ground, The Concourse, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood NSW 2067
Free
Celebrate the artistic talents of young creators from ages 0 to 18 with the Year of the Horse bookmark competition winners. This event showcases a variety of imaginative and beautifully crafted bookmark designs inspired by the Year of the Horse, highlighting the creativity of children and youth in the community.
Visitors can enjoy viewing the winning and runner-up designs, which will be printed and distributed as bookmarks. It's a wonderful opportunity to appreciate young artists' work and encourage children to engage with art and reading.
The competition winners receive recognition and prizes, including $30 gift vouchers, making this event both rewarding and inspirational for young participants.
The competition ran from Wednesday, 18 February 2026 at 09:00 until Wednesday, 18 March 2026 at 17:00. During this period, the winning designs were showcased online and physically through printed bookmarks.
Participants were grouped by age categories: 5 and under, 6 to 7 years, 8 to 10 years, 11 to 12 years, and 13 to 15 years, with winners and runners-up named in each group.
This free event is perfect for families looking to support local young artists and enjoy a community celebration of creativity and culture.
The event is hosted by Willoughby City Library, located at Chatswood Library, Lower Ground, The Concourse, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood NSW 2067.
The library is easily accessible by public transport and offers ample facilities for families, including quiet spaces and study rooms.
For those unable to visit in person, the winning designs are available on the Willoughby City Library website, allowing remote access to the creative works.
The event is free of charge and open to the public. It is an excellent way for parents and children to engage with local arts and culture.
Please note that the Castle Cove Library branch is temporarily closed due to flooding; however, items can be returned to other branches including Chatswood Library.
For enquiries or renewals, contact Chatswood Library at 02 9777 7900 or via email.
No booking is required for viewing the competition winners. The event is free, making it accessible to all families interested in arts and reading.
Parents and children are encouraged to visit during library hours to explore the bookmark designs and celebrate the young artists' achievements.
For further information, contact Willoughby City Library directly by phone or email.
