Winter Program

Events at the libraries in June – August 2026

Discover an exciting season of learning, creativity and connection at the library this winter. Our diverse program features events for adults, children and families, including the 10-year celebration of Tura Marrang Library, thought-provoking talks, and special activities throughout the school holidays. Drop by your local Bega Valley Shire Library to pick up a handy program brochure.

Scroll down to find out more about all our events this Winter.

Library and Information Week – Local Landmarks and Landscapes Photography Competition

Capture the Beauty of Our Region!

Do you have a favourite photo that showcases the stunning beauty of our local area? Enter the library's photography competition for your chance to have your work displayed in an exhibition at your local library.

The community will vote for their favourite photographs, with winning entries receiving a gift voucher. Even better, the winning images will be transformed into jigsaw puzzles that can be borrowed and enjoyed by library members across our libraries.

Important Dates

• Entries open: Wednesday 1 July
• Entries close: Friday 21 August
• Exhibition on display: Tuesday 1 September - Friday 18 September
• Community voting & winners announced: Friday 18 September
• Jigsaw puzzles available to borrow: November

Ready to enter? Click here(PDF, 337KB) to download an entry form.

Free event.
Ages: All ages
Where: All Libraries

School Holiday Events

Join us for NAIDOC Week Storytime as we celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture through stories, songs and a fun craft activity for young children. Free event.

For ages: 2 to 9
When: Tue 7 July, 10.30am
Where: Bega Library

Dino Dig Storytime

Discover Dinosaurs at Eden library in our fun-filled STEM storytime. Kids will learn some fossil facts and become amateur palaeontologists as they try their hand at a dinosaur dig in the library. Free event.

For ages: 3 to 8
When: Fri 10 July, 10.30am
Where: Eden Library

Fairy Wings & Storytime Things

Let’s visit a fairy world! In this Storytime we’ll marvel at the delicate fairy illustrations by Ida Rentoul Outhwaite and enjoy the magical poems by Annie R. Rentoul. Meet fairies who wake at dawn, flutter through flowers, and fly home as the stars appear. Children will make their own fairy wings to decorate using mostly recycled and found objects. All materials provided. Free event.

For ages: 2 to 8 years
When: Tue 14 July, 10.30am
Where: Bermagui Library

Move and Groove with Bubbles

Move and groove with bubbles is a joyful, high-energy library session designed especially for little movers aged 3-8. Children will explore colourful activity mats set up in different zones, each offering simple movement games that encourage jumping, stretching, balancing and dancing at their own pace. To keep the excitement bubbling along, we’ll be filling the space with plenty of bubbles for extra wonder and giggles. Free event.

For ages: 3 to 8
When: Thu 16 July, 10.30am
Where: Eden Library

Explore, Bubble, Discover Storytime for Science Week

Get ready for books and bubbles this Science Week. Join us for a fun, interactive Storytime filled with stories, songs and bubbly science fun– perfect for curious little minds! Free event.

For ages: 2 to 6
When: Tue 18 Aug, 10.30am
Where: Bega Library

Sprout a Succulent for Science Week

Join us for a Science Week activity designed especially for curious little learners. Children will explore how plants grow by propagating a small succulent of their own to take home. Through gentle hands-on play, we’ll talk about leaves, soil, and sunlight while nurturing early science skills. No lab coats required—just curiosity and imagination! Suitable for young children with adult support. All supplies included. Free event.

For ages: 2 to 6
When: Fri 21 Aug, 10.30am
Where: Bermagui Library

Create Your Own Zines or Graphic Novels

Dive into the world of self-publishing! In this fun, hands-on workshop, kids will learn how to create their very own zines, comics, books or graphic novels. From character development through to story-boarding, this workshop will guide participants in developing their story and making it come to life on the page. No drawing skills? No problem! This is not an art class, it’s all about storytelling, creativity and ideas. Free event.

Ages: 8 to 12
When: Monday 6 July, 10.30am - 12.00pm
Where: Tura Marrang Library

Writing Secret Messages

Want to write a secret message? Come and learn three ways to write and reveal secret messages. Along the way, learn about the science behind secret messages: camouflage, chemical reactions and filtering colours. Bring a friend so you can send messages to each other! Free event.

For ages: 7 to 10
When: Fri 17 Jul, 10.30am
Where: Bega Library

Create a 3D Letter with the Chompsaw!

Get crafty at the library and turn plain cardboard into something awesome! Kids will use the cool (and safe!) Chompsaw to cut out the first letter of their name, then decorate it to match their style. It’s noisy fun, hands-on making and a great chance to try real tools. Get ready to chomp some cardboard and take home a letter that’s totally you! Free event.

For ages: 8 to 14
When: Fri 17 Jul, 10.30am
Where: Bermagui Library

Create Your Own Zines or Graphic Novels

Dive into the world of self-publishing in this fun, hands-on workshop. kids will learn how to create their very own zines, comics, books or graphic novels. From character development through to story-boarding, this workshop will guide participants in developing their story and making it come to life on the page. No drawing skills? No problem! This is not an art class. Free event.

For ages: 13 to 16
When: Tues 7 Jul, 10.30am – 12.00pm
Where: Tura Marrang Library

How to be a Game Master!

Here’s your chance to learn how to run Dungeons & Dragons tabletop role-playing games. Learn from two experienced local game masters who will share their best practices and favourite hacks with you. The workshop will run as two groups - one for beginners and one for more experienced players (intermediate). No matter what your level, come along and start your GM adventure! Bring your own lunch and drink bottle. Snacks will be provided. Free event.

For ages: 12+
When: Mon 13 Jul, 11.00am - 2.30pm
Where: Bega Library

Game On: Board Game Drop-In

Drop in, hang out, and challenge your friends to a range of board games—no bookings needed! Enjoy a relaxed space to play, connect, and try something new, with hot chocolate and biscuits available. Let the games begin! Free event.

For ages: 13+
When: Wed 15 Jul, 2.00pm to 5.00pm
Where: Bega Library

Book Events Online

Visit your local library to grab a handy program brochure, scroll down for more details, or book online: begavalley.events.mylibrary.digital

Phone: 6499 2127