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Read and Play Day

Read and Play Day
Saturday, 21 March 2026
9.00am to 12.00pm

Bring the kids and enjoy a relaxed, fun-filled morning by the foreshore at Read and Play Day.

Bring the kids and enjoy a relaxed, fun-filled morning by the foreshore at Read and Play Day – a free community event for young families.

Settle in and READ hundreds of books in our cosy, cushion-lined book-nook tents, then head out to PLAY on the big Ridley Park foreshore playground. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.

What's on the day: 

  • Free ice cream for the first 30 children
  • Coffee van available for adults
  • Free car seat checks (9am to 11am)
  • Storytime under the trees at 10am

No bookings required – just come along and enjoy a beautiful morning of reading, play, and connection.

For more information, please call Harvey Library on 9729 0390.