Learn and explore at the library during National Science Week 2025, Saturday 9 August to Sunday 17 August! Join us for one of our STEAM themed storytimes. There will also be fun Science Week themed colouring sheets in our libraries for little scientists to enjoy. 

National Science Week events

• Seeing Isn’t Believing: Deepfakes, AI, and the Future of Truth, Tuesday 12 August, 7 pm to 8 pm, Ashburton Library
• Learning to Code with VinciBot, Wednesday 13 August, 11 am to 12 pm, Greythorn Library Lounge
• Kids Science Fair, Wednesday 13 August, 4 pm to 6 pm, Balwyn Library.

STEAM Storytimes

• 11am to 12pm, Monday 11 August, Balwyn Library
• 11am to 12pm, Monday 11 August, Kew Library
• 11am to 12pm, Tuesday 12 August, Hawthorn Library
• 11am to 12pm, Thursday 14 August, Ashburton Library
• 11am to 12pm, Friday 15 August, Camberwell Library

National Science Week reading

Our library staff have found the best science reads for all ages. Select something from our reading recommendations, or ask staff to show you where to find science books on the shelves. 

• National Science Week reading recommendations for adults: Fascinating Science Reads
• National Science Week reading recommendations for kids: Top reads for National Science Week