Fraser Coast Libraries Fun and Learning for Little Ones
Fraser Coast Libraries: Programs for Children Under Five
Pop-Ups – Tales under the Trees
Fraser Coast Libraries will be visiting areas near you with a pop-up library and a special session featuring song, rhymes, music, movement, craft and play for children under five years of age and their parents or carers.
Hervey Bay Bunnings - 3rd Thursday of the month at 10.30am
Various Parks - Every Thursday of each month at 10.30am – check Facebook for details.
Please note: Bring a hat, water bottle and blanket to sit on. In the event of adverse weather conditions, sessions may be cancelled. Check the webpage or Facebook for the latest details.
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Rattle & Rhyme
Join in for 30 minutes of songs, rhymes and finger plays. Learn old traditional songs and some new ones too, and share rhymes, songs and books with your baby. Designed for children under two years of age and their parents or carers.
Hervey Bay Library – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 9.30am
Maryborough Library – Tuesday and Wednesday at 9.30am
During school term only
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Playtime
Relaxed, unstructured play time for the under five. Play is central to children’s learning and development, so come along to Playtime and enjoy interacting with your child.
Hervey Bay Library – Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 11.30am to 12.30pm
During school term only
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Toddler Time
Stories, action songs, rhymes and sensory activities for children aged 18 months to three years and their parents or carers.
Hervey Bay Library – Tuesdays at 10.30am
Maryborough Library – Tuesday and Wednesday at 10.30am
Howard Library – 1st Tuesday of the month at 10.30am
Tiaro Library – 2nd Thursday of the month at 10.30am
During school term only
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Storytime
Stories, songs and rhymes for the under five. Enjoy a fun-filled 45-minute session including stories, rhymes, music and movement. Designed for children under five years and their parents or carers.
Hervey Bay Library – Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10.30am
During school term only
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CYPF Free Programs
Lego Legends & Krafty Kids
Lego/Duplo available for free-range building. No competition. No instructions. Just be creative! Arts and crafts for all ages and abilities.
Attendees under 12 years require parent/guardian to be in attendance. No bookings required. During school term only.
Hervey Bay Library – Tuesday from 3.30pm to 4.30pm
Maryborough Library – Wednesday from 3.30pm to 4.30pm
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Family Fun Drop In
Join us for fun and games for the whole family. No bookings required, just come in and have fun.
Attendees under 12 years require parent/guardian to be in attendance.
Hervey Bay Library – Thursday 3.30pm to 5pm & Saturday 2pm to 3.30pm
Maryborough Library – Thursday 3.30pm to 4.30pm
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Manga / Anime 12 years +
Drawing Club for teens and young adults at Hervey Bay Library. Bring your art or craft project and enjoy the company of fellow artists.
No bookings required. For attendees 12 years plus. During school term only.
Hervey Bay Library – 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month, 3.30pm to 4.30pm
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Hervey Bay Youth Drop In and Chill 12 years +
Come along with your mates on Fridays from 12 noon, enjoy the library and different resources we have to offer. Afternoon tea provided. No bookings required. For attendees 12 years plus.
Hervey Bay Library – Friday from 12pm to 3.30pm during school terms
Fraser Coast Libraries – Locations and Opening Hours
Libraries in the Fraser Coast Locations
Burrum Heads Library –
Location: 22 Burrum Heads Road, Burrum Heads.
Phone: (07) 4129 5237
Open hours -
Tuesday: 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Wednesday: 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Saturday: 9am – noon
Closed Monday, Friday, Sunday
Hervey Bay Library –
Location: 161 Old Maryborough Road, Pialba.
Phone: (07) 4197 4220
Open hours –
Monday to Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 6pm
Friday: 9am – 4pm
Saturday: 9am – 4pm
Closed Sunday
Howard Library –
Location: 56 Steley Street, Howard.
Phone: (07) 4129 4144
Open hours –
Tuesday: 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Wednesday: 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 1pm & 2pm – 5pm
Saturday: 9am – noon
Closed Monday, Friday, Sunday
Maryborough Library –
Location: 127–129 Bazaar Street, Maryborough.
Phone: (07) 4190 5788
Open hours –
Monday to Wednesday: 9am – 5pm
Thursday: 9am – 6pm
Friday: 9am – 4pm
Saturday: 9am – noon
Closed Sunday
Tiaro Library –
Location: Lot 1 Forgan Terrace, Tiaro.
Phone: (07) 4129 2453
Open hours –
Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 1pm & 2pm – 4:30pm
Saturday: 9am – noon
Closed Sunday
