Libraries are not just about reading. We encourage parents to interact with their children through singing, rhymes and talking as well.
For more information and to book your spot at Homework Club and Coding Club, please contact us.
Storytime
Suitable for under school age children.
Where and when:
- Harvey Library: Wednesday at 9.30am.
- Australind Library: Wednesday at 10am.
Rhymetime
Introducing songs, actions and rhymes to young children. Suitable for babies and toddlers.
Where and when:
- Australind Library: Tuesday and Friday at 10am.
Lego Club
This is your chance to create a Lego masterpiece. Just bring your imagination. We have plenty of lego for everyone to enjoy. Recommended for children age 6+.
Where and when
- Australind Library: Thursdays during school term from 3pm to 4.30pm.
- Harvey Library: Daily, during opening hours.
Sensory Friendly Lego Club
The aim is to use Lego to encourage free play and to meet and make friends.
Where and when
- Australind Library: Tuesdays during school term from 1pm to 3pm.
Homework Club
Suitable for primary school students (year 3+).
Where and when
- Australind Library: Thursdays during school term from 3pm to 4pm.
Limited spots, bookings are essential.
Coding Club
At coding club children have fun while learning and coding their own digital projects. Children will need to bring their own laptop. If you don't have one, we have laptops and iPads you can use. Suitable for children aged 7 to 12 years.
Where and when
- Australind Library: Wednesdays during school term from 3pm to 4pm.
Limited spots, bookings are essential.
What's on Wednesday
Visit the Harvey Library after school on Wednesdays and join in some fun activities, including science experiments, craft and games. Suitable for primary school students.
Where and when
- Harvey Library: Wednesdays during school term from 3pm to 5pm.
Dr. Seuss reading challenge
This is a reading incentive for new readers who need extra practice. Read three Dr. Seuss books fluently to your teacher and receive a prize from Harvey Library.
Ask Harvey Primary School or St Anne's Primary School for details.
School book boxes
This initiative is offered by the Harvey Library.
School book boxes are delivered every three weeks to schools in the Harvey area during school terms.
If your school is interested in taking part, please contact Harvey Library for more information.
Scrabble
Exercise your brain by playing scrabble with other like-minded adults. We use a large print board for easy playing.
Where and when
Every Friday at 10.30am at the Harvey Library.
Knit and Natter
Join a lively group of knitters, crocheters and just natterers and bring your own knitting or any other craft work to do. There is plenty of help available from champion knitters if you get stuck.
Where and when
Meetings are held at the Harvey Library every Thursday at 1.30pm for approximately 1.5 hours and include a cuppa and cake.
Bookchat
What books have you read in the past month? Come along and share your thoughts about your reading - good, bad or in between. There will be good conversation, lively discussion and plenty of laughter.
Where and when
Meetings are held at the Harvey Library on the last Tuesday of the month at 11am.
First time parenting program
This program is for mums and dads with a newborn. Whether this is your first child, second or third, it doesn’t matter.
Parents can hear a talk from the community health care nurse on tips about looking after your newborn. Library staff can also advice on parenting resources we have available.
First time parenting is coordinated by the local community health care nurse in partnership with the libraries.
Where and when
Meetings are held at the Australind Library every two months.
Contact us if you require more information on how to book your spot.
Better Beginnings family literacy program
Shire of Harvey Libraries are pleased to be part of the Better Beginnings initiative.
The Better Beginnings Family Literacy Program is an initiative coordinated by the State Library of WA and partially funded by Rio Tinto WA Future Fun. The program aims to foster the love to read, write, sing and talk with your child.
The Better beginnings program encourages parents to support their child by:
- Reading aloud together everyday
- Talking about the story and the pictures
- Choosing books together at your local library
Free reading kits are available for parents of newborns and two year olds:
- For newborns – collect your kit from your community health care nurse
- For two year olds – collect your kit from any Shire of Harvey library.
There are some great literacy resources you and your child can access on the Better Beginnings website.
Outreach to homebound customers
Are you unable to get to the library? We can deliver your choice of books to you on a fortnightly basis. Please contact Harvey Library to discuss your needs.