City of Sydney Library
In-branch and online programs
Join classes, talks and creative fun. From songs and stories for kids to makerspace magic, knitting and tech for seniors – there’s something here for everyone.
Special events
How will AI change creative cultures?
Join us for a thought-provoking talk exploring how AI could reshape the creative industries.
Words on Art and Life with Charles Freyberg
Join us for our monthly series where artists, poets, and musicians share stories in conversation with Danny Gardner.
History Week - discover your family story
Join us for this free session to help you discover your past.
Tech fundamentals: AI Literacy
Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the information landscape, we’ll show you tips to help you stay up-to-date
HSC ready? We’ve got space for you
Darling Square and Green Square libraries will be open after hours in the lead up to and during exams
Masculinity workshops with ACON
Join ACON for a series of workshops for LGBTQ+ people of all genders who would like to explore their own masculinity
Regular events
Social knitting group: Newtown Library
Come join fellow knitters, beginners or experts, all welcome
Come and get techie: Customs House Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library!
Come and get techie: Newtown Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library
Come and get techie: Darling Square Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library
Come and get techie: Green Square Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library
Fun brain training
A friendly session of light puzzles and challenges to keep minds sharp
Fun brain training
A friendly session of light puzzles and challenges to keep minds sharp
Social knitting group: Glebe Library
Come join fellow knitters, from beginners to experts
Come and get techie at Surry Hills Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library
Come and get techie: Glebe Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library
Come and get techie at Kings Cross Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library
Tabletop games afternoon, 16 years +
Play fun contemporary favourites with fellow gamers in the city
Makerspace
Science Week: Maker time for families 8-12yrs
Science Week: Maker time for families 8-12yrs
Makertime: open access 16+yrs
Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace
Maker & Creator 8-12yrs
Play and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgets
Homeschool Makertime: 3D Printing 8-12yrs
Our September session offers a guided CAD activity designed to spark curiosity and build foundational 3D design skills
Maker time for families 8-12 years
Get hands-on experience with our maker kits, microscopes, marble-run, wind-tube, electronics and robotics kits.
History Week: Laser cut printmaking from the archives 16+yrs
An introduction to laser cutting and printmaking using the City of Sydney's photographic archives
Stories from the Archives collage workshop
Join us for a free collage workshop and celebrate City of Sydney Archives 50th Anniversary during History Week 2026
VR design and 3D print a spaceship 18+
Learn how to create a 3D model in virtual reality using Meta Quest headsets and Gravity Sketch.
Themed monthly discussions
Book club
City of Sydney Online Book Club: Gastronomy
If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.
City of Sydney online book club: Japanese fiction
If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.
City of Sydney online book club: Booker past and present
If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.
Combines rhymes, movement, music and singing
Rhymetime for 0 to 2
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Rhymetime at Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Rhymetime at Newtown Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Foster your child's love of reading
Storytime for ages 3 to 5
Storytime at Darling Square, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Storytime at Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Storytime at Newtown Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Bilingual storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Auslan and English storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Lively fun sessions for little people
Singing and stories for ages 0 to 5
Singing and stories at Ultimo Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Singing and stories at Kings Cross Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Singing and stories at Customs House Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Singing and stories at Waterloo Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
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