The Barossa Council Public Library
The Barossa Council Public Library is a public library, operating in the Northern regions of South Australia. With four branches located at Nuriootpa, Tanunda, Lyndoch and Mount Pleasant, Barossa Libraries connects its customers to opportunities, information and people that enhance their ability to learn, play, create and participate in life and the community.
Wiggle & Wonder - Mount Pleasant
Between Wednesday 16 April 2025 and Wednesday 17 December 2025
A weekly program involving songs, stories, movement and play for children aged 0-5 years and their grownups.
Come along and connect with other families while the kids learn and have fun.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers).
Mount Pleasant Library
STEAM Club - Lyndoch - Term 2 2025
Between Wednesday 30 April 2025 and Wednesday 2 July 2025
STEAM Club is a weekly program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun playing, creating, thinking, predicting and making at the Library.
You are booking for Lyndoch Library 3.45pm Wednesday.
Term 2 2025 Program
Week 1 – Coding robots
Week 2 – Mother's Day art
Week 3 – Environmental science
Week 4 – Aboriginal art
Week 5 – Dragon boats
Week 6 – Drawing animals
Week 7 – Ocean science
Week 8 – Sphero bridge challenge
Week 9 – Sound magic
Week 10 - Lego graphs
Please note:
Free. Suitable for children aged 5+. Bookings essential - please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend. Please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist. Event will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic. Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Lyndoch Library
STEAM Club - Nuriootpa - Term 2 2025
Between Friday 2 May 2025 and Friday 4 July 2025
STEAM Club is a weekly program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun playing, creating, thinking, predicting and making at the Library.
You are booking for Nuriootpa Library 3.45pm Friday.
Term 2 2025 Program
Week 1 – Coding robots
Week 2 – Mother's Day art
Week 3 – Environmental science
Week 4 – Aboriginal art
Week 5 – Dragon boats
Week 6 – Drawing animals
Week 7 – Ocean science
Week 8 – Sphero bridge challenge
Week 9 – Sound magic
Week 10 - Lego graphs
Please note:
Free. Suitable for children aged 5+. Bookings essential - please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend. Please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist. Event will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic. Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Nuriootpa Library
Bedtime Storytime
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Explore how we can use movement, play and art to bring Alison Lester’s picture book ‘Imagine’ to life.
Enjoy a Milo and biscuit before bed.
Please note:
Free. Suitable for children aged 3 - 7 years.
Bookings essential - please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend and please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Parents/caregivers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Nuriootpa Library
Midweek Makers
Wednesday 7 May 2025
Have you ever wanted to get creative, but weren't sure where to start?
Join us on the first Wednesday of each month for our new creative arts program at Nuriootpa Library. Whether you’re an experienced maker or just getting started, each month we will have a different fun, hands-on activity for everyone to try.
Don’t miss out—reserve your spot and get ready to unleash your creativity!
Session time: 6.00pm to 7.30pm
Bookings preferred $5pp
Suitable for people aged 14+
Children under 16 to be accompanied by an adult
5 March: Paint a Library Bag
2 April: Easter Biscuit Decorating
7 May: Mandalas Made Easy
4 June: Planning for SALA
2 July: Individual artworks for SALA
6 August: TBC
3 September: TBC
1 October: TBC
5 November: TBC
3 December: TBC
Nuriootpa Library
Meet the Author - Amy Matthews
Thursday 8 May 2025
Join us on Thursday 8 May for the launch of South Australian author Amy Matthews’ new novel, Best, First and Last.
Best, First and Last is a heart-warming story about twenty-something Heather, who is stuck in a rut and reluctantly dragged on an adventure by her grieving grandmother, Bonnie, and newly divorced mother, Sandy. The three women set off to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, but as they journey together, Grandma Bonnie begins to reveal long-held secrets that might just send Heather and Sandy over the edge.
Told from the perspectives of Bonnie, Sandy, and Heather, this novel offers a rich, intergenerational experience that celebrates the bonds between three generations of women.
Is Amy Matthews the Marian Keyes for a new generation?
Come along to learn more about Amy, her inspiration and how Heather's travels unfold!
Peter Lehmann Wines
STEAM Club - Mount Pleasant - Term 2 2025 (CANCELLED)
Tuesday 13 May 2025
STEAM Club is a program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun playing, creating, thinking, predicting and making at the Library.
Cost free, suitable for children aged 5+.
Term 2 2025 dates:
Week 3, Tuesday 13 May - Sound magic
Week 5, Tuesday 27 May - Aboriginal art in storytelling
Week 9, Tuesday 24 June - Sphero bridge challenge
Please note:
Bookings essential.
Please book one ticket per child.
Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend. Please do not attend if unwell.
Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Event will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Mount Pleasant Library
STEAM Club - Mount Pleasant - Term 2 2025
Between Tuesday 13 May 2025 and Tuesday 24 June 2025
STEAM Club is a program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun playing, creating, thinking, predicting and making at the Library.
Cost free, suitable for children aged 5+.
Term 2 2025 dates:
Week 3, Tuesday 13 May - Sound magic
Week 5, Tuesday 27 May - Aboriginal art in storytelling
Week 9, Tuesday 24 June - Sphero bridge challenge
Please note:
Bookings essential.
Please book one ticket per child.
Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend. Please do not attend if unwell.
Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Event will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Mount Pleasant Library
Rolling up their sleeves - The Barossa Cookery Book
Wednesday 14 May 2025
In 1917 the iconic Barossa Cookery Book was born. Originally conceived as a war fundraiser the book has an unbroken legacy of 107 years of service.
Come and imagine Tanunda’s historic main street as we walk and talk, retelling the stories of the women who created the Barossa Cookery Book - a national icon.
Includes afternoon tea. Books available for purchase.
Image: Miss Rathjen's sewing pupils & Mattiske’s shop assistants, c , Tanunda
Barossa Valley Archives & Historical Trust
Tanunda Community CWA Hall
Meet the author - John Bilney
Thursday 15 May 2025
How did the role of social capital influence the achievement of the viable, peaceful and long-lasting Lutheran Barossan community?
John Bilney’s thesis, using private records and family histories, views social and cultural determinants to reveal a more nuanced view of early Barossa colonisation, the context to emigrate and choice of South Australia.
Barossa Council Public Library
Winter Garden Workshop with Aleisha Lynch
Saturday 17 May 2025
Does Your Winter Garden Need Some Love?
Not sure how to make it vibrant, frost-resistant, or ready to produce delicious winter veggies?
Join us for an informative and hands-on gardening session with local author and horticulturalist Aleisha Lynch on Saturday 17 May from 11am at Barossa Nursery.
Drawing on first-hand experiences and insights, Aleisha will share expert tips and tricks to help your winter garden thrive.
Should you need gardening advice on hand, Aleisha's bespoke gardening book ‘The Complete Patch’ will also be available for purchase and is specifically tailored to our local, warm temperate climate.
Come along to learn how to transform your garden into a winter wonderland and take-home practical advice for the season.
Cost: $5 per person
Ages: 16+
Time: 11.00am to 12.30pm
Venue: Barossa Valley Nursery
Barossa Nursery
Military Records for Family History
Friday 30 May 2025
Have you considered defence records for family history?
Discover useful sites to start your Australian military research journey in this small group workshop.
Bring along your device (laptop/tablet).
Nuriootpa Library
Mini Scarecrow Making
Wednesday 23 April 2025
Get into the Vintage Festival spirit by making your own mini scarecrow.
Bring along any old clothing or rags that you would like to re-purpose!
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years.
Bookings essential. Cost: $3 per child. Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session.
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Easter Craft Workshop
Wednesday 16 April 2025
Get prepared for Easter with some fun Easter-inspired crafts.
Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
Bookings essential. Cost: $3 per child. Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session.
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Mount Pleasant Library
Footy Crafts Workshop
Tuesday 15 April 2025
Come and make you own football crafts in celebration of our first Barossa Gather Round.
There will be a selection of crafts to choose from, such as making your own footy player finger puppets, creating a footy-inspired keychain or even sewing your own footy.
Suitable for children aged 6-18 years.
Bookings essential. Cost: $3 per child. Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session.
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Lyndoch Library
Kids Movie Afternoon
Monday 14 April 2025
Start off the holidays by relaxing with a family flick on the big screen.
BYO cushion. Popcorn provided.
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years, although the film may be rated PG.
Free but bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session.
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program, such as the title of the film.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
STEAM Club - Nuriootpa
Between Friday 18 October 2024 and Friday 11 April 2025
STEAM Club is a weekly program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun playing, creating, thinking, predicting and making at the Library.
You are booking for Nuriootpa Library 3.45pm Friday.
Term 1 2025 Program
Week 1 – Lego helicopters
Week 2 – Rockets
Week 3 – Rainbow science
Week 4 – Rock puzzles
Week 5 – Patterns in beading
Week 6 – Magnet tracks
Week 7 – Sphero chariots
Week 8 – Making musical instruments
Week 9 – Earth art
Week 10 - Past, present, future art
Week 11 - Egg catapults
Please note:
Free. Suitable for children aged 5+. Bookings essential - please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend. Please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist. Event will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic. Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Nuriootpa Library
STEAM Club - Lyndoch
Between Wednesday 16 October 2024 and Wednesday 9 April 2025
STEAM Club is a weekly program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun playing, creating, thinking, predicting and making at the Library.
You are booking for Lyndoch Library 3.45pm Wednesday.
Term 1 2025 Program
Week 1 – Lego helicopters
Week 2 – Rockets
Week 3 – Rainbow science
Week 4 – Rock puzzles
Week 5 – Patterns in beading
Week 6 – Magnet tracks
Week 7 – Sphero chariots
Week 8 – Making musical instruments
Week 9 – Earth art
Week 10 - Past, present, future art
Week 11 - Egg catapults
Please note:
Free. Suitable for children aged 5+. Bookings essential - please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend. Please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist. Event will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic. Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Lyndoch Library
Driving with robots
Wednesday 2 April 2025
Explore how AI is used in driverless cars as you drive robots and detect obstacles.
Please note:
Free. Suitable for children and young people aged 7-18.
Bookings essential - please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend and please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Parents/caregivers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Nuriootpa Library
STEAM Club - Mount Pleasant
Between Tuesday 29 October 2024 and Tuesday 1 April 2025
STEAM Club is a program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun playing, creating, thinking, predicting and making at the Library.
Cost free, suitable for children aged 5+.
Term 1 2025 dates:
Week 2, Tuesday 4 February - Rainbow science
Week 6, Tuesday 4 March - Sphero robot wars
Week 10, Tuesday 1 April - Earth Art
Please note:
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend. Please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist. Event will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic. Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Mount Pleasant Library
Meet the Author - Vincent Fantauzzo
Wednesday 26 March 2025
Cost: $15 per person
Ages: 18+
Doors Open: 5.45pm for 6pm start
Light supper will be provided
Barossa Regional Gallery
National Art Gallery Art Cases Homeschoolers Session
Monday 24 March 2025
Have you ever wanted to see – and touch – works of art from the national collection? The National Gallery of Australia’s Art Cases offer the chance to do just that, and they are coming to Nuriootpa Library on 24 March for a session for homeschoolers!
The Art Cases program includes five, themed art-filled cases which travel to community centres, schools, libraries, art centres, galleries and aged care homes. With themes including ‘Bodies’, ‘Country’, ‘Earth’, ‘Past, Present and Future’ and ‘Form and Function’, works are examined and handled by people of all ages for a hands-on experience of learning, artmaking and storytelling.
The Art Cases are generously supported by the Neilson Foundation with grateful acknowledgement of founding patrons Elaine and Jim Wolfensohn.
This session is suitable for 5 - 12 year olds and is free of charge.
Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session and feel free to join in!
Nuriootpa Library
Book tasting for kids
Wednesday 5 March 2025
Get inspired to read something new with our book tasting event for children.
‘Taste’ different children’s books in our ‘restaurant’, enjoy a bookish snack and take home a personal list of books to add to your TBR (to be read) pile. You could also bring along your favourite book to recommend to others!
Please note:
Free.
Suitable for children aged 5-12.
Bookings essential - please book one ticket per child. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend and please do not attend if unwell. Contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Parents/caregivers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Nuriootpa Library
Meet the Author - Patricia Wolf
Friday 28 February 2025
Join us for a wonderful evening with author Patricia Wolf as we learn about her latest novel, Opal.
Patricia Wolf grew up in the mining town of Mount Isa and despite her love of the outback's indigo sky and wide horizons, Patricia left Australia to travel the world and became a journalist, she now lives in Berlin, Germany.
DI Lucas Walker and his stories came to be in 2019 when Patricia spent two months in northwest Queensland surrounded by the beauty and rugged harshness of the outback. The first two novels have been a runaway success, with Outback becoming the 4th fastest-selling debut Aussie crime novel in 2023, Opal looks set to continue this trend.
We look forward to learning more about Patricia and hopefully she will provide a hint of what strife DI Walker has found himself in this third instalment.
Cost: $15 per person
Ages: 16+
Doors Open: 5.45pm for 6pm start
Drink on arrival, light supper will be provided, drinks also available for purchase on the night.
Peter Lehmann Wines Cellar Door
Process Art
Wednesday 26 February 2025
Do your kids love art but you don’t love the mess? Bring them along to the library for some creative inspiration and let us do the cleaning up for you.
Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Cost: $3
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Bedtime Storytime
Wednesday 29 January 2025
Journey around Australia with fun stories, songs and activities. And of course, enjoy a milo and biscuit before bed.
Suitable for children aged 0-7 years.
Free but bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Boardgame Making Workshop
Monday 20 January 2025
Design and make your own board game and paint some pebbles to use for game pieces. Take your game home to beat the boredom these holidays.
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Cost: $3
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Kids' Movie Afternoon
Wednesday 15 January 2025
Escape the heat and chill out by watching a kids’ flick on the big screen. Popcorn provided, BYO comfy cushion.
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years.
Free but bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session.
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program, such as the title of the film.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Beading Workshop
Friday 10 January 2025
Get creative and keep busy these holidays creating your own free choice pieces with beads.
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Cost: $3
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Lyndoch Library
Bath Bomb Workshop
Wednesday 18 December 2024
Create your own bath bombs to enjoy or use for Christmas gifts.
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Cost: $3
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Mount Pleasant Library
Christmas Cookie Workshop
Tuesday 17 December 2024
Have fun decorating your own Christmas cookies to give to someone special (or to enjoy yourself!)
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Cost: $3
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Lyndoch Library
Polymer Clay Workshop
Monday 16 December 2024
Learn to make your own polymer clay keychains and jewellery that would make perfect Christmas gifts!
Suitable for children aged 5-18 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Cost: $3
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Saturday Storytime with Author, Mike Lucas
Saturday 14 December 2024
Enjoy a special storytime with an actual author! Mike Lucas will read his beautiful picture books and bring them to life through play and craft activities.
After reading ‘Where is Cheeky Monster?’, children can pretend to be monsters and make a monster craft to take home. After reading the ‘Let’s Build’ books, children can do their own building with big foam bricks and planks and after reading ‘The Christmas Train’ children can, of course, play with a Christmas train set!
You can even buy a book to take home.
Suitable for children aged 3-8 years.
Free but bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child.
Parents/carers, please remain in this session with your child.
Please do not attend if unwell. If you cannot attend, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Spheros for Homeschoolers
Tuesday 10 December 2024
Explore block coding through a series of mini challenges.
An event for homeschool families.
Nuriootpa Library
Christmas Process Art
Wednesday 4 December 2024
Get into the Christmas spirit as you make some home-made Christmas decorations and cards!
Suitable for children aged 5-12 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Cost: $3
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or need to discuss other aspects of this program.
Please do not attend if unwell. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend by clicking on the link in your confirmation email or contacting the library.
Please contact library staff to be added to the waitlist.
Session will be cancelled if the fire danger rating is Catastrophic.
Nuriootpa Library
Author event - Aleisha Lynch
Saturday 23 November 2024
Join Barossa local author and horticulturalist Aleisha Lynch as she launches her new book 'The Complete Patch'. A bespoke gardening book based on first-hand experiences, specifically tailored for our local, warm temperate climate. A not-to-be missed opportunity to learn some gardening techniques for helping your own garden thrive.
Barossa Nursery
My Child and Me - Parenting Workshops (CANCELLED)
Between Tuesday 29 October 2024 and Tuesday 12 November 2024
My Child and Me is a series of workshops that helps you as parents and caregivers to build an understanding of your child and their healthy development.
Workshops include helpful information with a choice of simple, practical strategies that each family can adapt for their own parenting situations. Topics include; brain and child development, understanding behaviour, parenting styles, and positive approaches to guiding children's behaviour.
9.30-11.30am, Free to attend.
Children are welcome.
Nuriootpa Library
Author event - Andy Thurlow
Friday 8 November 2024
Join us for an evening with local author Andy Thurlow as we celebrate the recent launch of his new novel 'Painting Martha', the story of an adoptee on her search for her biological family and hear about his other novels and how they came to be. Hear firsthand how Andy's ideas evolved from initial inspiration to fully formed stories, as well as the personal experiences that have shaped his writing.
The evening will feature a mix of engaging discussions, insightful readings from his latest works, and a Q&A session where the audience can interact directly with Andy. Whether you’re a longtime reader or new to his books, this event promises to be a delightful exploration of the art of storytelling.
Light supper with tea/coffee provided.
Barossa Library
Military Records for Family History
Thursday 7 November 2024
Have you considered defence records for family history?
Discover useful sites to start your Australian military research journey.
Cost $5 per person
Workshop format with own device.
Nuriootpa Library
Bedtime Storytime
Wednesday 6 November 2024
Come and honour the Australians who have given their lives for our country in this special Remembrance Day themed storytime. Learn about this important event with age-appropriate picture books and engage in crafts designed to help us remember them.
Ages: 2 - 7 years
Free.
Bookings preferred. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers).
Nuriootpa Library
Nature photography workshop
Friday 11 October 2024
Learn some new photography skills using our waterproof digital cameras.
Suitable for ages 8+ years. Grown-ups are encouraged to join in - it makes it even more fun!
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: $3
Nuriootpa Library
AUSLAN Workshop
Wednesday 9 October 2024
Come and try AUSLAN. Learn to sign some nursery rhymes and stories. Participate in our film for our early years programs so that other children can learn from you!
Please note: If you are taking part in this program, you will be filmed for use in our early years programs and will need to complete a 'Photograph, video and audio permission and release form'. This can be done online at https://www.barossa.sa.gov.au/community-and-wellbeing/events/photo-gallery/photograph-video-and-audio-permission-and-release-form or in hard copy on the day.
Suitable for ages 5+ years. Grown-ups are encouraged to join in - it makes it even more fun!
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: Free
Nuriootpa Library
Animal magnets workshop
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Get creative and make your own felt magnets of Australian animals.
Suitable for ages 5+. Grown-ups are encouraged to join in - it makes it even more fun!
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: $3
Mount Pleasant Library
Barossa Wildlife Rescue education session
Wednesday 2 October 2024
Come and learn about the work of BWR and the animals they help. Stay for a craft afterwards.
You may wish to purchase a joey-rescue kit or tea towel to support the work of BWR.
Suitable for ages 5+. Grown-ups are encouraged to join in and learn with their children.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: Please bring a gold coin donation for BWR
Nuriootpa Library
Clay creatures workshop
Tuesday 1 October 2024
Have fun learning some new techniques for working with clay as you sculpt an Australian animal out of air-dry clay.
Suitable for ages 5+ years. Grown-ups are encouraged to join in - it makes it even more fun!
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: $3
Lyndoch Library
Nature-themed sensory play
Monday 30 September 2024
Join us as we use our senses to explore the natural world through play.
Let the little ones have fun exploring different textures and materials as they scoop, squish, build, pour and observe.
Please wear old clothing and bring a change of clothes and towel.
There will also be activities set up on the town square lawn so bring sunscreen and hats.
Suitable for ages 2 - 6 years (although small parts and non-taste safe materials may be used).
Grown-ups are encouraged to join in - it makes it even more fun!
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: $3
Tanunda Community CWA Hall
STEAM Club - Nuriootpa
Between Friday 2 February 2024 and Friday 27 September 2024
STEAM Club is a weekly program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Each week, join in the fun of playing, creating, thinking, predicting, and making at the Library.
You are booking for Nuriootpa Library 3.45pm Friday.
Term 3 Program
Week 1 – Library card design
Week 2 – Cardboard construction
Week 3 – Book Dioramas
Week 4 – Science Week
Week 5 – Reading is Magic (magic tricks)
Week 6 – Sew your own puppet
Week 7 – Marshmallow & toothpick structures
Week 8 – Lego
Week 9 – Sphero painting
Week 10 – Rocks and crystals
Cost free, suitable for children aged 5+.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Contact library staff if you wish to be added to the waitlist. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend so the space can be made available to others.
We ask that parents/carers please remain in the library with their child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Nuriootpa Library
STEAM Club - Lyndoch
Between Wednesday 31 January 2024 and Wednesday 25 September 2024
STEAM Club is a weekly program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Each week, join in the fun of playing, creating, thinking, predicting, and making at the Library.
You are booking for Lyndoch Library 3.45pm Wednesday
Term 3 Program:
Week 1 – Library card design
Week 2 – Cardboard construction
Week 3 – Book Dioramas
Week 4 – Science Week
Week 5 – Reading is Magic (magic tricks)
Week 6 – Sew your own puppet
Week 7 – Marshmallow & toothpick structures
Week 8 – Lego
Week 9 – Sphero painting
Week 10 – Rocks and crystals
Cost free, suitable for children aged 5+.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Contact library staff if you wish to be added to the waitlist. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend so the space can be made available to others.
Parents/carers, please remain in the library with your child during the session - the program is even better if grown ups join in!
Lyndoch Library
Needle felting for beginners workshop
Wednesday 18 September 2024
Come along and find out how to make basic shapes and designs using wool fibres and a felting needle. Perfect for anyone wanting to try a new skill.
Lyndoch Library
STEAM Club - Mount Pleasant
Between Tuesday 6 February 2024 and Tuesday 17 September 2024
STEAM Club is a program for kids who love all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths! Join in the fun of playing, creating, thinking, predicting, and making at the Library.
Term 3 Program:
6 August - Science fun
3 September - Sphero painting
17 September - Sew a felt puppet
Cost free, suitable for children aged 5+ years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (bookings not required for parents/caregivers). Please contact library staff if you wish to be added to the waitlist. Please cancel your booking if you cannot attend so the space can be made available to others.
We ask that parents/carers please remain in the library with their child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Sessions will be cancelled if catastrophic fire conditions are forecast. Please do not attend if you are unwell.
Mount Pleasant Library
Saturday Storytime
Saturday 14 September 2024
Join us at the Nuriootpa Library for a special Saturday storytime and enjoy stories, songs, play and craft. This session is perfect for working families who can’t make it during the week or for those who just want an extra dose of library fun!
Ages: 0 – 5 years
Free.
Bookings preferred. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers).
Nuriootpa Library
Children's process Art
Wednesday 11 September 2024
Do your kids love to paint but you don’t like the mess?! Bring them to the library to experiment with different painting techniques as they create Spring inspired artwork.
Suitable for ages 5+. Grown-ups are encouraged to join in - it makes it even more fun!
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Please wear old clothing.
Cost: $3
Nuriootpa Library
Learn to code with Spheros
Tuesday 10 September 2024
Would you like to learn to code with fun Sphero robots?
Come along to the library and complete different challenges as you learn to drive your ball-shaped robot through different courses.
Suitable for ages 5+ and perfect for homeschooling families.
No coding experience required.
Free. Bookings required.
Nuriootpa Library
Book Tasting - Book Week for Adults!
Wednesday 21 August 2024
Why should Book Week just be for children?
Sample a variety of books while mingling with fellow book lovers at the library during our 'Book Tasting' event!
A social evening, 'taste' different genres and subjects to find your next favourite read. Light refreshments included!
Ages: 18+
Cost: $5
Nuriootpa Library
Book Reading with author, Mike Lucas (CANCELLED)
Saturday 17 August 2024
To celebrate the beginning of book week, author Mike will read from his book ‘Where is Cheeky Monster’. There will be a book sale afterwards where you will have the opportunity to purchase books and get them autographed.
Mike Lucas was born in Plymouth, England and moved to Australia with his family in 2010. He is the author of several picture books, novels and poetry anthologies. His first YA novel, What We All Saw, was published by Penguin Australia, and shortlisted for the Readings Book Prize, CBCA Book of the Year Award and the Prime Minister’s Literary Award. His latest picture book, Where is Cheeky Monster? is illustrated by award-winning Heidi McKinnon. One By One They Disappear, his next YA novel published by Penguin Australia, and set in Germany in 1942, is due for release in May. Mike is one of the main organisers of the Adelaide Festival of Children’s Books and an Honorary Member of the CBCA (SA).
Suitable for ages 3-8
Free. Please book one ticket per person attending.
Nuriootpa Library
Little Bang Discovery Club
Between Friday 26 July 2024 and Friday 16 August 2024
Bring your preschooler along to the 'Little Bang Discovery Club', a fun 4-week hands-on science program that builds children’s confidence in scientific inquiry and foundational science skills.
Run during Little Learners Storytime
Ages: 3-5 years
Free, bookings essential.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Please contact library staff if you wish to be added to the waitlist.
We ask that parents/carers please remain in the library with their child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Sessions will be cancelled if catastrophic fire conditions are forecast.
Nuriootpa Library
Bedtime Storytime
Wednesday 14 August 2024
Come along dressed as your favourite character and enjoy shortlisted CBCA books as we celebrate Book Week a little early.
Cost free, suitable for children aged 0-7 years.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child.
We ask that parents/carers please remain in the library with their child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Sessions will be cancelled if catastrophic fire conditions are forecast.
Nuriootpa Library
National Archives of Australia for Family History
Thursday 1 August 2024
Learn how to use the National Archives of Australia's (NAA) digitised record collection for family history research. This important resource includes immigration, citizenship, defence force, and passenger arrival records.
Please bring your own device for this workshop style event.
A Family History Month Event
Image: NAA: A1200, L2636
Barossa Council Public Library
'Founded' - Barossa Libraries SALA Opening Night
Wednesday 31 July 2024
Join us for the opening night of ‘Founded’, a community exhibition that investigates individual identities through untraditional portraiture, exploring heritage, personality and self-perceptions.
Enjoy light refreshments whilst discovering the artworks created by the attendee's of Barossa Libraries creative programs.
Mount Pleasant Library
Tie-Dye Workshop
Friday 19 July 2024
Tie-dye your first pair of socks at the Nuriootpa Library on Friday 19 July at 11 am.
Tie-dying is a fun and easy way to bring colour and personality into your wardrobe!
This tie-dying workshop is ideal for those who have always wanted to try but have never known where to start. No experience necessary and all materials are provided, although you can bring an extra white garment to tie-dye if you would like.
Suitable for people aged 7+.
Cost: $5
Please book one ticket per participating child.
Caregivers to remain in the library during the session.
Please notify us of any accessibility considerations that will help to make your experience a positive one.
This event is proudly part of LibrariesSA’s Firstival. Learn more at firstival.com.au
Nuriootpa Library
Library Card Design Workshop
Tuesday 16 July 2024
Calling all budding artists! Would you like to design your first library card?
Create a piece of art showing what our libraries mean to you. Enter it into our competition and your artwork may be chosen to be printed on the next batch of our children’s library cards.
All materials provided.
Suitable for people aged 5+.
Cost: Free
Please book one ticket per participating child.
Caregivers to remain in the library during the session.
Please notify us of any accessibility considerations that will help us to make your experience a positive one.
This event is proudly part of LibrariesSA’s Firstival. Learn more at firstival.com.au
Nuriootpa Library
Clay Faces Workshop
Monday 15 July 2024
Sculpt your first clay self-portrait at the Mount Pleasant Library on Monday 15 July at 3:00pm.
Learn to sculpt your face out of clay and have your self-portrait exhibited at the Mount Pleasant library as part of the SALA ‘Founded’ exhibition that will run throughout August.
No need to bring anything – all clay and tools will be provided.
Suitable for people aged 8+.
Cost: $3
Please book one ticket per participating child.
Caregivers to remain in the library during the session.
Please notify us of any accessibility considerations that will help to make your experience a positive one.
This event is proudly part of LibrariesSA’s Firstival. Learn more at firstival.com.au
Mount Pleasant Library
Rattle & Rhyme - Nuriootpa Library
Between Monday 4 December 2023 and Monday 15 July 2024
Rattle and Rhyme is a fun 30 minute session of songs, actions and a board book story suitable for babies and young toddlers and their grown-ups.
Grown-ups will learn about the benefits of singing, talking, reading and playing with their babies, and meet other local families in a relaxed library environment.
Bookings are optional. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents / caregivers).
Nuriootpa Library
Playtime - Nuriootpa Library
Between Monday 4 December 2023 and Monday 15 July 2024
Playtime is a weekly program of songs, story-telling and play for toddlers and their grown-ups. Toddlers will benefit from open-ended activities, sensory play and fun stories, while their grown-ups get ideas for play time at home as well as meet other parents.
Suitable for children aged 18 months to 3 years.
Held at the Nuriootpa Library, 9.30am on Mondays all year round.
Bookings optional. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents / caregivers).
Cost: Free
Nuriootpa Library
Kitchen Science Workshop
Wednesday 10 July 2024
Do you love playing with playdough and slime and want to know how to make your own? Do you love eating ice cream and want to know a simple way to make it, no freezer necessary?
Learn to follow some simple recipes to create your own kitchen magic!
All materials are provided.
Suitable for people aged 5+.
Cost: $3
Please book one ticket per participating child.
Caregivers to remain in the library during the session.
Please notify us of any accessibility considerations that will help us to make your experience a positive one.
This event is proudly part of LibrariesSA’s Firstival. Learn more at firstival.com.au
Lyndoch Library
Pom Pom Pets Workshop
Monday 8 July 2024
Are you in need of a new pet? Create your first animal out of a pom pom!
First learn how to make pom poms then add features to make your own cute critter.
All materials are provided.
Suitable for people aged 5+.
Cost: $3
Please book one ticket per participating child.
Caregivers to remain in the library during the session.
Please notify us of any accessibility considerations that will help us to make your experience a positive one.
This event is proudly part of LibrariesSA’s Firstival. Learn more at firstival.com.au
Nuriootpa Library
Little Learners Storytime - Nuriootpa
Between Friday 2 February 2024 and Friday 5 July 2024
Little Learners Storytime is a themed program of stories, songs and a learning activity for pre-school / kindergarten aged children and their grown-ups.
Ages 3-5 years
Free, bookings preferred for attending children (parents/caregivers do not require a ticket)
Nuriootpa Library
Community Legal Education Session
Wednesday 26 June 2024
Curious about planning ahead? Join the Legal Services Commission to talk you through Advanced Care Directives, Enduring Power of Attorney, and Wills.
Cost: Free
Ages: All welcome, aimed at adults
Nuriootpa Library
Process Art - Pot Painting
Wednesday 19 June 2024
Get creative by designing and painting your own terracotta pot to keep your plants warm inside this Winter.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child. Please contact library staff if you wish to be added to the waitlist.
Cost: $3
Suitable for children aged 7+.
We ask that parents/carers please remain in the library with their child during the session - the program is even better if grow ups join in!
Sessions will be cancelled if catastrophic fire conditions are forecast.
Nuriootpa Library
Meet the author - Liz Schulz
Wednesday 19 June 2024
J F W Schulz was a schoolteacher at the Tanunda Lutheran Day school until the wartime closure of all Lutheran schools in 1917, an employee at Auricht’s Printing Office, Tanunda, he had a keen interest in film, and was an aspiring politician. He was also a prisoner... on 13 December 1940, Schulz was arrested. Despite an absence of evidence of his disloyalty to Australia, his country of birth, and without a fair trial, Schulz was detained for more than three years.
Granddaughter Liz Schulz is an artist, educator, and author. The catalyst for the research that would become Prisoner Diaries and Guilty Till Proven Innocent was a request from her mother to help document Schulz family history. Using her grandfather's diaries and correspondence together with government security files, Liz writes of his wartime experience and his relentless search for answers.
Bookings preferred. Entry by donation.
Langmeil Hall
Australian Ballet Wonderland Dancing Story - Lyndoch
Wednesday 19 June 2024
Join us for a free Dancing Story Workshop presented by The Australian Ballet.
Explore the story of Wonderland, an adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join us for an adventure into Wonderland through dance, music, costumes, characters, and a tea party… or two!
These workshops are designed to be accessible to all children regardless of learning styles or physical abilities. The workshops are led by members of The Australian Ballet Education and Outreach team.
No previous dance experience is required.
Ages 3-5.
What to bring:
• Water bottle
• Comfortable clothing for moving
• Warm clothing/jumper
• Comfortable shoes
Free. Bookings essential. Please book 1 ticket per child. No ticket is required for caregivers, but please stay throughout the session and watch the fun!
Lyndoch Library
Australian Ballet Seniors Workshop
Tuesday 18 June 2024
Channel the grace and beauty of ballet in a dance class for seniors based on movements and music of The Australian Ballet productions.
The program’s inclusive design ensures there are options for everyone aged 60+, regardless of ability or experience.
Options for movement will include:
- Seated
- Standing
- Supported
What to bring:
• Water bottle
• Comfortable clothing for moving
• Warm clothing/jumper (no heating in the Gallery)
• Comfortable shoes
Free. Ages: 60+. Bookings essential.
Barossa Regional Gallery
Australian Ballet Wonderland Dancing Story - Tanunda
Tuesday 18 June 2024
Join us for a free Dancing Story Workshop presented by The Australian Ballet.
Explore the story of Wonderland, an adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join us for an adventure into Wonderland through dance, music, costumes, characters, and a tea party… or two!
These workshops are designed to be accessible to all children regardless of learning styles or physical abilities. The workshops are led by members of The Australian Ballet Education and Outreach team.
No previous dance experience is required.
Ages 3-5.
What to bring:
• Water bottle
• Comfortable clothing for moving
• Warm clothing/jumper
• Comfortable shoes
Free. Bookings essential. Please book 1 ticket per child. No ticket is required for caregivers, but please stay throughout the session and watch the fun!
Barossa Regional Gallery
SAI-What? Using SAILIS for Family History
Thursday 30 May 2024
Delve into historic property records with the online South Australian Integrated Land Information System (SAILIS) to uncover your family’s unique story or, maybe track the history of your own property, with details from certificates of title.
Learn how to search for names, access digitised land records and Certificate of Titles. Historical property records can help locate your ancestors in place and time.
Join our small group workshop to see how SAILIS can enrich your research.
Bring your charged device (laptop/tablet).
Barossa Council Public Library
Child and Family Expo
Saturday 25 May 2024
For all parents, parents-to-be, carers and guardians, this Expo is an opportunity to learn about all the services available to you in the Barossa region and surrounds as you navigate your journey in raising children, especially in the first five years.
Meet and hear from industry and health professionals, wander the stalls, listen to guest speakers and panel discussions.
This is a family friendly event with children's activities available to keep the youngsters entertained as well.
Saturday 25 May, 10.00am-1.00pm
Angaston Town Hall
Cost: Free
Angaston Town Hall
Meet the Author - Heather Morris
Friday 24 May 2024
An exciting collaborative event between Barossa Libraries, Light Regional Libraries and Seppeltsfield Wines.
Join us for a wonderful evening with author Heather Morris as we delve into her latest novel, 'Sisters Under the Rising Sun'.
Known for her best selling novel 'The Tattooist of Auschwitz', which sold over five million copies world-wide, Morris write's from a place that depicts the diversity of her life and the experiences of those she has come across throughout.
Ages 16+. Cost: $15per person
Doors open 5.45pm for 6pm start.
Light refreshments provided, wine available for purchase on the evening.
Seppeltsfield Wines - Dining Hall
National Simultaneous Storytime bedtime session
Wednesday 22 May 2024
On this day, people all around Australia will be enjoying a read aloud of 'Bowerbird Blues'. Join us as we celebrate reading in this fun bedtime story session. Feel free to wear your PJs!
Ages: 3 - 8 years
Free.
Nuriootpa Library
Meet the author - Sue Grieger
Thursday 16 May 2024
What is the connection between Napoleon III Emperor of France with Sedan? How have droughts and flooding rains impacted Sedan’s history over the past 150 years? Meet and hear author Sue Grieger talk about her publishing journey, interesting stories of Sedan and research conundrums along the way.
Sedan - The Plains Capital 1870-2020
Nuriootpa Library
Exploring My World Session
Friday 26 April 2024
Ignite your children’s curiosity and wonder as they pop on an Explorer Vest and use Noticing Tools to slow down, to focus attention and develop their skills in noticing with many senses.
Bring hats and sunscreen as we may also use the outdoor areas near the library, weather permitting.
Ages: 3-8 years
Free. Bookings essential. Please book one ticket for each attending child. Adults do not require tickets.
Lyndoch Library
Kite Making Workshop
Wednesday 24 April 2024
Assemble and decorate a kite or get creative and design, make and test your own kite!
Ages: 5+ years
$3pp for each attending child. Parents/caregivers free. Bookings essential.
Nuriootpa Library
Beginners Sewing Workshop
Tuesday 23 April 2024
Come and learn some tips and tricks for sewing with felt and make your own jewellery pouch to take home.
Ages: 6+ years.
$3pp for each attending child. Parents/caregivers free. Bookings essential.
Nuriootpa Library
Escape the Seas: A Pirate Escape Room
Between Saturday 13 April 2024 and Saturday 20 April 2024
Returning to Barossa Libraries due to popular demand!
Our library escape room has returned with a new plank-walking twist. Work together to escape the seas, and take home the ultimate treasure!
Please note: bookings are per group with the capacity for the group being 5 people. This experience is suited for people aged 10+ and anyone aged 10-14 must be supervised by an adult aged 18+ also participating in the escape room.
Nuriootpa Library
Autumn Leaf Art Workshop
Friday 19 April 2024
Get artistic with autumn leaves! Make art from nature using a variety of techniques, including printing, transferring and rubbings.
Ages: 5+ years
$3pp for each attending child. Parents/caregivers free. Bookings essential.
Mount Pleasant Library
Meet the Artist - Adele Justice
Saturday 6 April 2024
Join us for the opening of our inaugural exhibition at the Mount Pleasant Library Art Space.
As part of Barossa Arts festival, exhibiting artist Adele Justice will have her work on display and be there to discuss her artwork and professional practice. Come along and support the initiation of this new community art space whilst engaging with other local creatives.
Drop in to the new art space any time between 9.30am and 12.30pm on Saturday 6 April to meet Adele as part of the Barossa Arts Festival Trail.
Library and council services will not be available on the day.
Mount Pleasant Library
Advanced Coding and Robotics
Saturday 6 April 2024
Interested in the world of coding and robotics? Join us for this exciting workshop, designed for young adults and adults to have some fun with the world of coding.
Ages 14+, but welcoming of young adults who may have prior knowledge in robotics, or have surpassed the level of robotics in children's workshops.
Nuriootpa Library
An Easter Bedtime Story Session
Wednesday 27 March 2024
Come along and get excited for Easter with stories, songs, crafts and, of course, an Easter egg hunt through the library.
Nuriootpa Library
LEGO Challenge - Teens and Adults (CANCELLED)
Between Tuesday 20 February 2024 and Tuesday 19 March 2024
Are you a LEGO warrior? Join us for our specialty LEGO challenge, designed for the older and advanced LEGO fanatics.
Across two sessions we will adventure into all things LEGO creation, battling it out in tournaments, challenges and testing the limits of design.
Come to one session or both, Ages: 14+, free of charge!
Session 1: Tuesday 20 February
Session 2: Tuesday 19 March
Nuriootpa Library
Children's art class
Tuesday 12 March 2024
Come and learn new techniques for working with clay and make your own keyring or jewellery.
Ages: 5+ years (children under 8 are likely to require parental assistance).
$3pp
Nuriootpa Library
Alternatives to Reading - Podcasts and Audiobooks
Tuesday 12 March 2024
Physical books getting too much? Come and learn how to access and listen to podcasts and audiobooks and hear all about our new library podcast, 'Check 'N In'.
Make sure you bring along your library card and a device to get started on - our staff will be helping you to get set up and ready to go from home, or anywhere else you like to listen!
(If you don't have a device, don't worry! Public PC's are always available at the Library).
Nuriootpa Library
Inspire: Women of the Barossa - International Women's Day
Friday 8 March 2024
Inspire: Women of the Barossa - An International Women's Day Event, featuring stories of people who identify as women in our incredible region.
Hear about success, loss, business development, family life, regional heritage and connection to our community in this one of a kind evening of 'quick fire' speaker sessions, followed by a complimentary beverage, refreshments and networking.
Hosted by the Barossa Council Public Library at the Barossa Council Chambers (Nuriootpa) please welcome:
- Angela Pickett (Writer)
- Rebecca Reynolds (Double rr Company)
- Sheralee Menz (Those Barossa Girls)
- Aleshia Webster (Goldie and the Earth)
- Carly Bergen (Deputy Principal: Wellbeing and Culture, Redeemer Lutheran School)
Nuriootpa Library
Introduction to Infant Massage Course
Tuesday 13 February 2024
Massage is one of the ways you can support healthy growth and development in your infant.
Everyone can learn infant massage. In small group sessions, you will have plenty of opportunity to perfect a number of simple techniques in this 4-week Introduction to Infant Massage Course.
For infants 0-12 months and their caregivers.
Tuesday 13 February to Tuesday 5 March, 10.30-11.30am.
$20 per family for the 4-week program.
Nuriootpa Library
Children's process art - Nuriootpa Library
Wednesday 28 February 2024
Come and have fun trying out different art materials and focus on process over product. Let your own creativity flow!
Suitable for ages 5+.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: $3
Nuriootpa Library
Get Your Trove On!
Thursday 15 February 2024
Trove's digitised newspapers are a great way to discover information about Australian families.
Join our workshop and discover how Trove's wonderful collection of digitised newspapers can enrich your family history research.
Search for hidden gems to add to your family stories in a small group setting.
Bring your charged device (laptop/tablet)
Nuriootpa Library
Children's art class - Nuriootpa Library
Tuesday 13 February 2024
An art class for the keen and budding artist to learn new artistic techniques and refine existing skills in a supportive environment.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Cost: $3.
Nuriootpa Library
Library lovers window mural - Nuriootpa Library
Tuesday 23 January 2024
Did you know February is library lover's month?
Come and help us to paint a mural on the windows of our children's area.
Ages: all.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per participant (children and adults). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
Free.
Nuriootpa Library
Kids crafternoon - Nuriootpa Library
Friday 5 January 2024
Beat the heat in the library by coming along to relax with a variety of craft activities.
Suitable for ages 5+ years.
Multiple session times available. 1.30 - 2.30pm or 3.30 - 4.40pm.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers). Please cancel your booking or let us know if you can no longer make it, so that the spot can be opened up to others.
$3 per child
Nuriootpa Library
Christmas Extravaganza - Nuriootpa Library
Wednesday 20 December 2023
Feeling Christmassy? Enjoy making some Christmas cards, gifts and decorations for loved ones. Book into an hour timeslot and rotate through different craft-making stations.
Various timeslots. For ages 5+ years.
$3.00pp.
Nuriootpa Library
Christmas Scams Awareness (CANCELLED)
Tuesday 12 December 2023
Stay protected online this Christmas as we take you through online security, spam notifications and safe online shopping for the festive season.
Bring your own device if possible, library computers may also be available.
Ages: all
Cost: free
Nuriootpa Library
A Christmas bedtime story - Nuriootpa Library
Wednesday 6 December 2023
Join us for a Christmas bedtime story session to get into the Christmas spirit. Come in pyjamas or a Christmas outfit and relax with a hot chocolate while enjoying songs, stories and Christmas-themed play.
Suitable for 0–7-year-olds.
Bookings essential. Please book one ticket per child (tickets not required for parents/ caregivers).
Nuriootpa Library
Mindful Colouring
Tuesday 5 December 2023
Enjoy being purposefully present in the moment, detaching from stressful thoughts and engaging in mindfulness through colouring.
Join us for an hour of mindfulness along with a cuppa and an opportunity to connect with others. A perfect pick-me-up as we head into the festive season.
12+ years
Free, bookings required.
Nuriootpa Library
