Events & programs

There are many events and programs available for your education and enjoyment in the Libraries.

Please note: some events have a cost or require booking, please read the event description for details.

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Events

Unley Libraries upcoming events

Big Summer Read

Saturday, 03 January 2026 | 03:00 AM to Sunday, 01 February 2026 | 05:00 PM

Read, complete challenges, and read some more to be rewarded along the way.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Families, Kids

Tween Bookish Crafternoon

Friday, 09 January 2026 | 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM

Crafting and casual book chats for ages 10-15 years

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Kids

Make A Crochet Octopus

Saturday, 10 January 2026 | 10:30 AM to 02:00 PM

Learn the art of amigurumi toy making

Unley Civic Library, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Talks & workshops

Circus Elements Circus Workshop

Tuesday, 13 January 2026 | 02:00 PM to 03:00 PM

Circus skills for ages 6-12 years

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Kids

Circus Elements Circus Workshop

Tuesday, 13 January 2026 | 03:15 PM to 04:15 PM

Circus skills for ages 6-12 years

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Kids

Felt Sewing Workshop

Wednesday, 14 January 2026 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Sewing craft for ages 6-10 years

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Kids

Storytime for School Starters

Thursday, 15 January 2026 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Stories, songs and craft for ages 4-6 years

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Families, Kids

Digital Art Play and Create

Thursday, 15 January 2026 | 01:00 PM to 03:00 PM

Come and try digital art for teens 12-18 years

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Talks & workshops, Youth

Come and Try Nature Journaling

Thursday, 15 January 2026 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Discover Unley’s nature by drawing and writing.

Unley Civic Library, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Gardening & environment, Talks & workshops

Come and Try Early Years Summer Picnic

Friday, 16 January 2026 | 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Sing and dance with your baby ages 0-3 years

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Families, Kids

Kids Reboot STEAM Club

Monday, 19 January 2026 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

Join us at our fun Kids Reboot STEAM Club!

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Educational, Kids

Fitness Tech Basics

Tuesday, 20 January 2026 | 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM

Understand how apps already on your phone can help you with your health goals and workouts.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Talks & workshops

AI Basics : How to write prompts to get what you want

Monday, 02 February 2026 | 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM

Understand how to write the best prompts for AI to deliver you what you want.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Talks & workshops

Babytime at Unley Town Hall

Friday, 06 February 2026 | 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

3 more dates

Aimed at 0-2 year olds, sit with your child on your lap and enjoy 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories.

Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Road, Unley, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Gelli Printing Workshop : A Makerspace program

Sunday, 15 February 2026 | 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM

Never printed before? Worried about making a mess? Join this beginner workshop.

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Talks & workshops

AI Basics : How to write prompts to get what you want

Thursday, 19 February 2026 | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Understand how to write the best prompts for AI to deliver you what you want.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Talks & workshops

Fermenting Workshop

Saturday, 28 February 2026 | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Having a fridge jam-packed full of your very own ferments is one of the best ways to add flavour and fizz to your meals.

Unley Town Hall, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Talks & workshops

Unley Libraries programs & clubs

Drop-in Lego at Goodwood Library

Saturday, 03 January 2026 | 03:00 AM to Friday, 23 January 2026 | 01:00 PM

Create with Lego! Make towers, animals, forts or challenge your friends to a competitive build.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Families, Kids

Drop-in Lego at Unley Civic Library

Saturday, 03 January 2026 | 03:00 AM to Friday, 23 January 2026 | 05:00 PM

Come and spend some time creating with Lego. Make towers, animals, forts or challenge your friends to a competitive build.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Families, Kids

Unley Tech Help

Saturday, 03 January 2026 | 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

8 more dates

Do you need one-on-one help with mobile apps, computer programs or connecting multiple devices? These drop in sessions are perfect for complete beginners and for those who are new to smartphones, tablets, or computers. Drop in service.

Tech Lab, Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Educational

Goodwood Tech Help

Tuesday, 06 January 2026 | 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM

9 more dates

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Educational

Buying and Selling on Facebook Marketplace

Monday, 12 January 2026 | 01:00 PM to 02:30 PM

Buying and selling online can be a great way to discover bargains and turn any of your unwanted items into cash.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Talks & workshops

Buying and Selling on Facebook Marketplace

Thursday, 15 January 2026 | 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Buying and selling online can be a great way to discover bargains and turn any of your unwanted items into cash.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Talks & workshops

Storytime at Unley

Tuesday, 27 January 2026 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

10 more dates

Join us for storytelling, songs, educational activities and experiences designed specifically for 2-5 year olds.

Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Road, Unley, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Educational, Families, Kids

How to spot a scam

Wednesday, 28 January 2026 | 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM

1 more date

Come and discuss common scam tactics and what you can do to keep yourself safe.

Tech Lab, Unley Civic Library, Oxford Terrace, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Digital technology, Social programs, Talks & workshops

Storytime at Goodwood

Thursday, 29 January 2026 | 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

10 more dates

Join us for storytelling, songs, educational activities and experiences designed specifically for 2-5 year olds.

Goodwood Library, 101 Goodwood Road, Goodwood, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids, Social programs

Wriggletime at Goodwood

Friday, 30 January 2026 | 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

4 more dates

Perfect for those wriggly toddlers. With action songs to keep busy toddlers moving, enjoy these fun sessions

Goodwood Community Centre, Rosa Street, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Babytime at Goodwood

Friday, 30 January 2026 | 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

4 more dates

Aimed at 0-2 year olds, sit with your child on your lap and enjoy 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories.

Goodwood Community Centre, Rosa Street, Goodwood 5034

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Young Creatives Group

Monday, 02 February 2026 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

5 more dates

Channel your creative side as we explore fun activities with a focus on literacy.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Educational, Kids

Wriggletime at Unley Town Hall

Friday, 06 February 2026 | 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM

3 more dates

Perfect for those wriggly toddlers. With action songs to keep busy toddlers moving, enjoy these fun sessions

Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Road, Unley, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Babytime at Unley Town Hall

Friday, 06 February 2026 | 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM

3 more dates

Aimed at 0-2 year olds, sit with your child on your lap and enjoy 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories.

Unley Town Hall, 181 Unley Road, Unley, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Educational, Kids

Wriggletime at Clarence Park Community Centre

Wednesday, 11 February 2026 | 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM

4 more dates

An active session for your wriggly little person! Join us for stories, songs and movement!

Clarence Park Community Centre, 74 East Avenue, #72, Black Forest 5035

Tagged as: , Educational, Families, Kids

Digital Drawing Group

Thursday, 12 February 2026 | 04:00 PM to 05:30 PM

11 more dates

Monthly group for young people who love to draw digitally on tablets or devices. We explore different techniques and learn new skills together.

Unley Civic Library, 181 Unley Road, Unley 5061

Tagged as: , Art, music & craft, Kids, Social programs, Youth

Exhibitions

Our Libraries offers many different types of art and cultural exhibitions. Keep an eye on this space as we often partner with Hughes Gallery and have some amazing artists.

Live music

Unley Libraries hosts wonderful volunteer musicians. During these regular performance times feel free to sit and appreciate the music or enjoy the background melodies while you read and browse our collection.

Please note that times and dates can change at short notice.