Creative, hands-on and family-friendly school holiday activities across Cumberland City Council libraries, including crafts, robotics, LEGO and reptile shows for school-aged children.
Ongoing activity
Newman St &, Miller St, Merrylands NSW 2160, Australia
Free
Join us at Cumberland City Council libraries this summer for a lively mix of school holiday activities designed to engage curious kids and give parents a much-needed break. From crafts and storytelling to robotics, LEGO challenges and an interactive reptile show, there’s something to spark every child’s imagination and love of reading.
Expect a fun, welcoming environment aimed at school-aged children where creative learning and play go hand-in-hand. These library school holiday activities include storytime, hands-on crafts, STEM-focused robotics workshops, LEGO building sessions, and live animal encounters such as a reptile petting show.
Sessions are tailored for different age groups so your child can enjoy age-appropriate activities while you relax or explore other library resources. Library holiday programs are family-friendly and ideal for parents looking for safe, educational outings during school holidays.
Many activities emphasise reading, creativity and practical skills — perfect for children who love books, crafts, or learning about science and nature. The mix of storytelling, craft workshops, and STEM sessions ensures a good balance of quiet reading time and energetic play.
Activities include Graph Paper Pixel Art, Origami workshops, Mini Book Crafting, LEGO Masterpieces and hands-on Robotics workshops for older children. There are also special events like pet patting shows and themed storytimes tied to local culture and history for literacy enrichment.
Age recommendations are provided for most sessions (for example, robotics for 11+ or craft workshops for ages 5–12) and sessions vary in length and format, from short storytimes to longer workshop sessions. Materials for craft sessions are usually provided by the library.
Sessions are run by library staff and specialist facilitators where required, such as trained reptile handlers for the petting shows and qualified instructors for robotics. Activities are designed to be both educational and entertaining to support reading and creative play during school holidays.
Events take place across multiple Cumberland City Council library branches including Auburn, Granville, Lidcombe, Merrylands, Wentworthville, Regents Park, Guildford and Greystanes. Each event listing will note the specific library location so you can choose the one closest to you.
Libraries are accessible venues with family-friendly facilities and often provide parking, accessible entry and nearby public transport links. Check the specific library page or contact the library for details about parking and accessibility needs.
If you need translation or additional support, Cumberland City Council provides interpreter services; call the council for assistance. Use the library's online listings to find individual event details and locations before you travel.
Most school holiday activities are designed for specific age ranges — please check the session age recommendation to ensure the activity suits your child. Supervision rules apply: parents or guardians may need to stay for younger children, while older children may attend independently depending on the event description.
For animal encounters such as the reptile show, the library ensures handlers follow safety and welfare guidelines; children with allergies or concerns should contact the library in advance. Please inform staff of any accessibility requirements or medical needs before attending.
Safety, child protection and respectful behaviour are expected at all library events. The library reserves the right to refuse entry to participants who pose a risk to others, and parents should ensure emergency contact details are available when booking.
Many school holiday activities at Cumberland libraries are free, but some special workshops or shows may require booking due to limited places. Check individual event listings on the Cumberland City Council library pages for booking links and availability.
Bookings are usually available online via the library events calendar or by contacting your local branch by phone. Early booking is recommended for popular sessions like robotics, LEGO workshops and animal encounters to secure a spot for your child.
If a fee applies, it will be listed on the event page; otherwise assume free entry for typical craft and storytime sessions. Keep an eye on the library events calendar for updates and new school holiday activities throughout the season.
