Media Release
23 June 2025
Families looking for school holiday fun this winter can find free activities at their local library.
The Libraries Tasmania winter school holiday program offers lots of fun ways for children and young people of all ages to learn and connect with their community.
“In the July school holidays, young people can enjoy warm, cosy spaces and join exciting and creative activities at their local library,” said Mary Brooke, Children and Young People Services Coordinator. “Libraries are safe, welcoming spaces. There’s always something to explore in our collections or programs.”
Families can book online for activities in the north, north west, and south of Tasmania or speak to library staff to find out more. Some highlights from our program of exciting activities are listed below:
North West
- Portraits in Pieces at Smithton Library
- Straw Weaving Bookmarks at Ulverstone Library
- Northern Lights Art at Wynyard Library
North
- Gaming Afternoon at Lilydale Library
- Seashells Adventure Author Talk at St Helens Library
- Popcorn and Flicks at Scottsdale Library in partnership with Dorset Community House Young Leaders
South
- Video Games Lounge at Huonville Library
- Mini Maker Space at Rosny Library
- Special Sunday Storytime at Hobart Library
- Teen Reading Lounge at Kingston Library
NAIDOC Week Tasmania 6–13 July
Libraries across Tasmania are celebrating NAIDOC Week during the school holidays. Find NAIDOC Week activities and events on Eventbrite. Visit the State Library and Archives of Tasmania in Hobart to see the NAIDOC Week display. View the Libraries Tasmania webpage for more information.
Young people over 16 years can also join the Warm Winter Read at Libraries Tasmania.
Libraries Tasmania invites all families to join the winter fun – find activities on the Libraries Tasmania winter school holiday webpage or ask staff at your local library.
Communications and Marketing – 6165 6386 or 0417 465 669
