Childers Library – Summer School Holiday Program 2025–2026

The Childers Library has a full line-up of free activities for families throughout December and January, offering a mix of Christmas craft, Summer Reading Club sessions, creative workshops, movies and self-paced activities. With options suited to all ages, families can drop in for relaxed craft, book into guided activities or enjoy special school holiday features like Nintendo Switch gaming, iPads and board games. Everything is free, with bookings required only for selected sessions.

✨ Program Summary
📍 Childers Library
📅 15 December 2025 – 25 January 2026
🎨 All ages (*unless noted)
🎟 All sessions free
📝 Bookings required. December activity bookings open 1 December. January activity bookings open 2 January.

ℹ️ Bundaberg Regional Council website or contact Childers Library for more information (07) 4130 4650

📅 Full Activity List 

Monday 15 December 2025

Christmas Craft
🕙 10:00am–11:00am
🎨 All ages
A relaxed, self-guided Christmas craft activity with materials provided.
Bookings not required.
📍 Childers Library

Thursday 18 December 2025

Christmas Wreaths
🕙 10:00am–11:00am
🎄 All ages
Decorate your own Christmas wreath using a wide range of festive craft materials.
Bookings required.
📍 Childers Library

Monday 22 December 2025

Christmas Craft
🕙 10:00am–11:00am
🎨 All ages
Another self-paced Christmas craft session with all supplies included.
Bookings not required.
📍 Childers Library

Monday 12 January 2026

Summer Reading Club Adventures
🕙 10:00am–11:00am
📚 All ages (SRC members)
A self-guided Curious Creatures themed activity for Summer Reading Club members.
Bookings not required.
📍 Childers Library

Wednesday 14 January 2026

Paper Weaving Baskets
🕙 10:00am–11:00am
🎨 All ages
Learn how to weave and create your own paper basket.
Bookings required.
📍 Childers Library

Friday 16 January 2026

Family Summertime Movie
🕙 10:00am–11:30am
🎬 All ages
Relax at the library and enjoy a family-friendly film.
Bookings required.
📍 Childers Library

Wednesday 21 January 2026

Australia Day Craft
🕙 10:00am–11:00am
🎨 All ages
A self-guided craft session celebrating Australia Day.
Bookings not required.
📍 Childers Library

Available All School Holidays: 1 December 2025 – 25 January 2026

Summer Reading Club
Drop in anytime to join the Summer Reading Club for challenges, fun and prizes.
📍 Childers Library
Free

Nintendo Switch – Gaming
Available during the holidays. Ask library staff.
📍 Childers Library

iPads – Gaming
Available during the holidays. Ask library staff.
📍 Childers Library

Board Games
Available during the holidays. Ask library staff.
📍 Childers Library