Content components Our children's programs are packed with fun, engaging experiences that spark curiosity while supporting early literacy and language development. Children of all ages are welcome, along with their siblings, parents, grandparents and carers. While some programs are tailored to specific age groups — such as babies or toddlers — everyone's invited to join in for stories, songs and hands-on learning at a time that best suits them.We understand that every child learns, develops and interacts differently. Chat with our friendly staff, and they'll work with you to make sure our programs are welcoming and enjoyable for your child.Ready to join in? Find the full lineup of storytimes, special events and more on the Boroondara Libraries Eventbrite page.Please note: Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult at the library, and regular early years programs don't run during school holidays or public holidays. Children's storytime and activities Expand all Collapse all Baby Time Meet other parents and carers with an introduction to songs, rhymes and books for you and your baby. Ashburton: Fridays from 2:30 to 3 pm. View the Ashburton Baby Time event page.Balwyn: Wednesdays from 2:30 to 3 pm. View the Balwyn Baby Time event page.Camberwell: Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11 am. View the Camberwell Baby Time event page.Hawthorn: Thursdays from 10:30 to 11 am. View the Hawthorn Baby Time event page.Kew: Tuesdays from 2:30 to 3 pm. View the Kew Baby Time event page. Toddler Time Stories, songs and movement to build a love of books and language. Ashburton: Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11 am. View the Ashburton Toddler Time event page.Balwyn: Thursdays from 10:30 to 11 am. View the Balwyn Toddler Time event page.Camberwell: Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11 am. View the Camberwell Toddler Time event page.Kew: Mondays from 10:30 to 11 am. View the Kew Toddler Time event page. Storytime Stories, songs and activities that spark imagination and encourages listening skills and social confidence. Ashburton: Thursdays from 11 am to 12 pm. View the Ashburton Storytime event page.Balwyn: Mondays from 11 am to 12 pm. View the Balwyn Storytime event page.Camberwell: Fridays from 11 am to 12 pm. View the Camberwell Storytime event page.Hawthorn: Tuesdays from 11 am to 12 pm. View the Hawthorn Storytime event page. Chinese Storytime Join in for stories and songs in Mandarin and English. Balwyn: Mondays from 4 to 5 pm. View the Chinese Storytime event page. Wurundjeri Storytime - 0 to 5 years and 5 to 8 years Children will learn about Wurundjeri culture, Woi-wurrung language and Dreaming stories through storytelling, rhyme and song. Online: Wednesday from 10 to 10:30 am. View the Wurundjeri 0 to 5 years event page.Online: Wednesday from 9:30 to 9:55 am. View the Wurundjeri 5 to 8 years event page. Storytime at Town Hall Gallery A family art experience held at Town Hall Gallery. Town Hall Gallery: first Tuesday of the month from 11 am to 12 pm. View the Storytime at Town Hall Gallery event page. Rainbow Storytime Have fun celebrating rainbow families with stories, songs and activities. Camberwell Library: monthly sessions. See the Rainbow Storytime event page. STEAM Club for Kids Join the library for a creative hour of science, technology, engineering, arts and maths. Ashburton: First Monday of each month from 4 to 5 pm. View the Ashburton STEAM Club for Kids event page.Balwyn: Second Tuesday of each month from 4 to 5 pm. View the Balwyn STEAM Club for Kids event page. School holiday programs We offer a range of fun, low-cost activities for kids every school holidays. See the full range of school holiday activities, including those at Boroondara libraries, on our School holiday activities page. Expand all Collapse all Supporting literacy at homeReading at home together builds a great foundation for the reading skills your child will learn at school. Our Literacy and reading resources for families page is full of recommendations and reading lists to help inspire a love of stories at any age.For stories on the go, StoryBox Library has over 480 Australian tales read aloud, which are suitable for preschool and primary school aged children. Go to the StoryBox Library website and log in using your library membership number to get access for free. Want to track reading progress? Sign up for 1000 Books Before School and turn reading into a fun, shared goal.Filming and photographyWe ask that you don't take photos or video during our programs, even if they only feature your child. In a group setting, we can't guarantee everyone's consent and privacy — so cameras and phones are best left put away. If staff take photos, they'll always seek permission first, following Council's processes and procedures to ensure they're meeting child safe standards.Contact usIf you have any questions, concerns or need some help getting started, please contact our friendly staff:in person at any of our branches call (03) 9278 4666use our online Ask a librarian form.More informationBe the first to hear about library events, programs and workshops by subscribing to our newsletter and following us on Boroondara Libraries page on Eventbrite, Facebook and Instagram.
