Brimbank Libraries offers a range of programs to keep young minds busy after school and on the weekend. Our programs are designed for children aged 6 – 12 years old.
Bookings are not essential. Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all of our events.
Sessions run weekly during the school term.
LEGO, games and colouring activities are available upon request.
Available Children’s Programs:
After School Activity Zone
Code Club
Family Film Fun
Reading Buddies
After School Activity Zone
For ages: 5-13 years
Duration: 1 hour
Make and create each week with our afterschool STEAM program.
From games designed to inspire strategic thinking and heath, creative crafts to robotics, we explore fun and exciting projects to help your children understand the world around them.
Deer Park Library – Tuesdays, 3.45pm – 4.45pm
Keilor Library – Thursdays, 3.45pm – 4.45pm
St Albans Library – Fridays, 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Sunshine Library – Thursdays, 3.45pm – 4.45pm
Sydenham Library – Mondays, 3.45pm – 4.45pm
Code Club
For ages: 8+ years
Duration: 1 hour
Have fun learning how to create interactive stories, games and animations.
Suitable for beginner coders and beyond. Bring your imagination and curiosity!
Sessions run weekly during school term (except for public holidays). Book in to attend for the whole term – spaces limited.
Available at Sydenham Library and Sunshine Library.
Bookings for Code Club will be available under Children & Families 3 weeks before the following term.
Family Film Fun
For ages: 6-12 years
Duration: 2 hours
Free family film screenings hosted by our library branches. Grab the popcorn, we’ve got the seats!
Available during school term. Registrations are not required.
Deer Park Library – 2nd Saturday of the month, 2pm
Keilor Library – 1st Saturday of the month, 2pm
St Albans Library – 4th Saturday of the month, 2pm
Sunshine Library – 1st Saturday of the month, 2pm
Sydenham Library – 3rd Saturday of the month, 2pm
Reading Buddies
For ages: 6-12 years
Duration: 1 hour
Help develop your children’s reading skills and confidence with our friendly Reading Buddies program.
Come to the library and practise in a 15-minute weekly reading session with one of our friendly library staff.
Deer Park Library – Thursdays, 4pm – 5pm
St Albans Library – Tuesdays, 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Sunshine Library – Wednesdays, 4pm – 5pm
Children & Families Events
Brimbank Libraries is dedicated to celebrating learning and bonding through our family library programs.
We offer captivating stories, interactive workshops, and engaging activities that inspire creativity and curiosity. These sessions provide a unique opportunity for families to connect, explore new ideas, and develop a love for reading and learning. Join us to create, discover, and grow together.