An enjoyable session of stories and craft with an emphasis on fun! This is an interactive program for preschoolers and is suitable for ages 3-5 years.
First Five Forever Rhyme Time (1-3 years)
Gympie Library: Tuesdays 9.30am-10am
An interactive and joyful session full of songs, rhymes and dancing. Suitable for toddlers aged 1-3 years.
First Five Forever Baby Bounce (0-1years)
Gympie Library: Wednesdays 9.30am-10am
An interactive session aimed at babies from 0-1 years and their caregivers. Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of nursery rhymes, fingerplays and songs.
First Five Forever Rhymes, Rhythm and Tales (3-5 years)
Gympie Library: Thursdays 10.30am - 11am
An interactive, storytelling adventure with movement, music, rhymes, and play. A fun-filled morning, suitable for 3-5 year olds.
First Five Forever Storytime (0-5years)
Rainbow Beach Library: Mondays 9.30am-10am
Tin Can Bay Library: Thursdays 9.30am-10am
Imbil Library: Thursdays 9.30am-10am
Kilkivan Library: Thursdays 9.30am-10am
Goomeri Library: Fridays 9.30am-10am
Fun session of stories, rhymes and songs. This is a program designed for 0-5-year-olds and their families and carers.
Visit www.slq.qld.gov.au/first5forever for more information.
First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Read with Libby
Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from your local library for free! Libby is the library reading app by OverDrive, loved by millions of readers worldwide!
Download Libby today!
1. Find your library and sign in with your library card.
Download and open Libby on your device from your app store.
2. Browse or search to discover your next favorite book or audiobook.
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3. Start reading and listening.
Community Groups
Book Clubs
Book Clubs flourish throughout the Gympie Region. If you ’re an avid reader and would like to discuss the work of great authors with other book lovers, consider organising a group of like-minded friends and forming your own book club. Contact your nearest library branch today.
Gympie Library Craft Group
Gympie Library: Mondays at 10am
Come and share your current project with our Gympie Library Craft Group. Bring along a piece you’re working on, share ideas and learn with other craft-minded people. There’s no leader and no pressure; you can work, watch or simply enjoy a friendly chat.
Kilkivan Nibbles and Giggles
Kilkivan Library: Mondays at 9.30am
Join us at the Kilkivan Library for Nibbles and Giggles. This social get together to chat over a coffee or tea gives you the opportunity to meet people in your local community and to borrow a book or DVD from the library.
Boomerang Bag Sewing Group
Rainbow Beach Library: Tuesdays 2pm - 4pm
This group meets MOST Tuesdays from 2pm - 4pm. This small group sew their hearts out to help reduce the use of plastic bags, by providing reusable cloth bags made from recycled, donated fabric.
Tin Can Bay Family History Group
Tin Can Bay Library: First Monday of every month at 1pm
Join other family historians to share hints and tips as well as work on your projects.
Goomeri Mahjong Mornings
Goomeri Library: Tuesdays at 9am
Join us at the Goomeri Library for Mahjong Mornings. This is a social get together to chat over a coffee or tea with the opportunity to play a round or two of Mah-Jong.
Tin Can Bay Art Group
Tin Can Bay Library: Tuesdays at 10am
Calling all artists! Join us at Tin Can Bay Library to share work and new ideas and connect with artists in our community. Bring your work-in-progress and join in a friendly chat and exchange ideas.
Tin Can Bay Mahjong
Tin Can Bay Library: Tuesdays at 1pm
Join us at Tin Can Bay Library for a wonderful afternoon playing Mah-jong. This group is open to everyone, young and old, wanting to learn this ancient Chinese tile game.
Gympie Library: Tuesdays at 10am
Come along and make some friends, have fun and test your knowledge with new and interesting trivia questions each week. Trivia Tuesdays
Goomeri Library: Wednesdays and Fridays at 9am
Love to play cards? Then why not come and play a game or two while enjoying the relaxing atmosphere of the Goomeri Library. Cards with Friends
Cooloola Card Makers
Tin Can Bay Library: Wednesdays at 9.30am
We make all sorts of greeting cards, come and join us for a fun morning. Make and take your card creations. Beginners and experienced card makers welcome. Join this friendly group at Tin Can Bay Library and let your creative juices flow.
Goomeri Scrabble Thursdays
Goomeri Library: Thursdays at 1pm
Come down to the Goomeri Library to test your word knowledge and enjoy a friendly game of Scrabble every Thursday from 1pm.
Gardening Group
Kilkivan Library: Thursdays at 9.30am
Join other like-minded locals to talk about how to grow plants from seeds and exchange gardening tips.
Writing Fridays
Gympie Library: Third Friday of the Month at 10am
Whether your interest is in writing novels, short stories, non-fiction or poetry, or perhaps gaining better marks for your assignments, Writing Friday will provide an opportunity to write, learn and enjoy the company of like-minded people.
Rainbow Beach Art Group
Rainbow Beach Library: 14 & 28 February and 14 & 28 March, 10am - 12noon
Join us at Rainbow Beach Library for a fantastic morning of fun and creativity. Each session covers something different, with the aim of exploring different styles of art. Enjoy a morning getting in touch with your inner artist.
Poets Corner
Tin Can Bay Library: Second Saturday of the Month at 9.30am
Enjoy your Saturday mornings listening to the words of Patterson, Lawson, Whitman, Frost and many more. Bring along your favourite works to share with others.
Home Energy and Water Efficiency Kit
Gympie Regional Libraries are supporting Gympie Region residents to collectively reduce their energy use, tackle climate change, and build a cleaner renewable energy future.
A kit is now available to residents to help reduce utility bills and cut household greenhouse gas emissions. The kit will identify where you can improve the efficiency of your home, helping you save money, make your home more comfortable and reduce your carbon emissions.
For more information please contact Gympie Library on 54810859
We also have a fantastic range of sustainability books and magazines that can be accessed both online and physically. To view the collection please visit our online catalogue to find out more.
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AIR CON & MOVIES & MUSIC & ARTS & CULTURE & WORKSHOPS &
FAMILY HISTORY & BELON SO MU
Join us for an amazing Library Lovers Weekend as we celebrate the many ways you can use the library. We will have author talks, workshops and fun activities for the kids. Don’t forget to ask us about all of the different services that you can access from the comfort of your home such as ebooks and streaming movies.
Whether you are a first-time user or a lifetime member you are more than welcome to join in the fun.
Friday 14 - Saturday 15 February 2025
Talks and Workshops
Bookings are essential for some of the following events. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
Sewing Machine Introduction
Gympie Library: First Friday of the Month at 10am
Are you looking to get started with machine sewing? Join in the fun with this interactive workshop to learn more about, and practise the basic techniques you need to operate our sewing machines and overlockers. No previous experience required but spaces are limited so booking is essential.
3D Printer Introduction
Gympie Library: Second Friday of the Month at 10am
Want to try 3D Printing but thought it looked too hard? Then come to one of our free learn-to-print sessions. We will teach you how to design your own 3D model and then turn it into a real-life object that you get to keep. Spaces are limited so booking is essential.
Cricut Machine Introduction
Gympie Library: Third Friday of the Month at 10am
Cricut makes it easy to make something unique and remarkable at just a moment’s notice. Label your pantry or bust out a last-minute birthday card, customise home decor, create personalised T-shirts, or surprise someone special with a perfectly themed event. Join us to learn how to use the Cricut design space software to get started on your own special project. Spaces are limited so booking is essential.
Laser Engraver Introduction
Gympie Library: Fourth Friday of the Month at 10am
The Emblazer Laser machine is utilized for the high-quality engraving and cutting of wood and other materials. This training session will guide members through basic operating procedures, software, and safety precautions for successful use of the machine. Spaces are limited so booking is essential.
Bad Art Night – Old Book Lantern Decoration
Gympie Library: Thursday 13 February, 5.00pm
Let off some steam with Bad Art Night. Allow your creativity to flow without the pressure to make something good. Learn new skills and have some fun. Come along and make something truly terrible. Spaces are limited so booking is essential.
Author Talk with Kristina Ross*
Gympie Library: Friday 14 February, 10am - 11am
Kristina Ross is a writer and producer for the stage and screen. A graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts and a recipient of the Queensland Theatre's Young Playwrights Award, she has had the pleasure of working as an actor for the Melbourne Theatre Company, Red Stitch Actors' Theatre, the Artisan Collective and the ABC. Bookings are essential.
Learn about Bookbinding*
Gympie Library: Friday 14 February, 1pm - 2.30pm
Join us at Gympie Library for a real page turner of an event. The Queensland Bookbinders’ Guild will be showcasing how to bind your own books as well as discussing the skills and equipment you will need to get started. The Queensland Bookbinders' Guild was formed in 1977 with the aim to promote, foster and practice the art of bookbinding in its traditional form and to embrace the related graphic and kindred arts. So, if you have ever wondered about the history of bookbinding or how to get started this is the session for you. Bookings are essential.
In this presentation we will explore 3 styles of "native" garden that everyone can apply to their own garden. It may even be a combination will be applicable to you as they do blend and crossover. Rainforest. Dry Native. And Habitat. We will look at soil preparation, location choice, plant selections, waterwise tips and how to attract wildlife and create a safe haven for them. Bookings are essential.
Author Talk with Geoff Kelly
Tin Can Bay Library: Saturday 22 February, 10am-11am
Join author Geoff Kelly as he talks about his book Life’ s Long Road. There have been many bumps and turns on his life's trail, with many straight runs and good times too. Geoff will be discussing the ups and downs and lessons he has learnt growing up in post war Australia and farming in Gympie in the 1970's. Bookings are essential.
Library Lovers Afternoon Tea*
Rainbow Beach Library: Friday 14 February, 2.30pm
Celebrate Library Lovers Day chatting about a book or author you have discovered. Enjoy an afternoon tea and all the things you love about your local library. Bookings are essential.
Margaret Hickey is an award-winning author and playwright from North East Victoria. She has a PhD in Creative Writing and is deeply interested in rural lives and communities. She is the author of the bestsellers Cutters End, Stone Town, Broken Bay and The Creeper. Her collection of short stories, Rural Dreams, about country life was released in January 2025. Bookings are essential.
Armchair Travellers – Svartisen Glacier Trail
Gympie Library: Thursday 27 February, 6pm-7pm
Join us on an exhilarating live virtual tour along the historical trail of Svartisen Glacier in Norway. Together, we'll marvel at breathtaking scenic views while our guide shares fascinating insights into the area's rich history and unique environment. Learn how the glacier has shaped the landscape and left its mark on nature. Witness the dynamic beauty of this ever-changing landscape as it transforms with the seasons. Our live tour takes place right next to the stunning Saltfjellet–Svartisen National Park. Bookings are essential.
Introduction to Watercolours
Tin Can Bay Library: Friday 28 February, 9.30am-11.30am
Get in touch with your creative side as we learn how to get started with watercolours. During this session you will learn a variety of techniques including bleeding away and dry brush to create a wonderful picture to take home. Bookings are essential.
Last Friday Social Club – Dementia and the Caring Role
Gympie Library: Friday 28 February, 10am-11am
Join us for a wonderful presentation from Dementia Australia on the types of dementia, common symptoms, the caring role, benefits of seeking support, the Carer Gateway, and where you can go to find help and support. Bookings are essential.
*These sessions are part of our Library Lovers Weekend. To learn more about this celebration of libraries please visit our website.
Gympie Regional Libraries SEED Library
The Gympie Regional Libraries Seed Library has been created to encourage and engage the community to create a more sustainable lifestyle. The Seed Library is free and open to anyone with a library membership. Similar to your usual library borrowing experience, a seed library allows our community to “borrow” seeds from the library to grow and enjoy at home. Grab one seed packet for every five books you borrow.
Seed packets can be found at all Gympie Regional Libraries branches during opening hours
Take your new seeds home to grow by following the information on each packet. Gympie Regional Libraries also has a variety of gardening books and magazines available to assist you in creating your very own garden to enjoy and inspire.
Author Talk with Merv Welch
Gympie Library: Thursday 7 March, 10am - 11am
Join local author Merv Welch as he shares his stories of what life was like growing up in a small country town in Queensland in the 1930s and 1940s. A look back at a time that is fast fading into history but brought to vivid life with characters the likes of which are no longer to be found in modern Australia. Bookings are essential.
Bad
Art Night – Old Light Bulb
Decorations
Gympie Library: Thursday 13 March, 5pm-6pm
Let off some steam with Bad Art Night. Allow your creativity to flow without the pressure to make something good. Learn new skills and have some fun. Come along and make something truly terrible. Spaces are limited so booking is essential.
Sustainable Saturday - Tropical Plants
Gympie Library: Saturday 15 March, 10am - 11.00am
Everyone deserves their own little slice of paradise. Join horticulturalist Russell Young as he discusses how to set up your own tropical paradise in your own backyard. This is the perfect session if you are looking for some extra tips and tricks to help you get started as well as finding out which are the best plants for our region. Bookings are essential.
Page Turners - Tanya Loos
Gympie Library: Thursday 20 March 5.30pm - 6.30pm
Taking a wildlife-friendly approach, Tanya Loos provides practical information, advice and solutions, based on current guidance from wildlife rescue organisations and the latest research. Tanya’s latest book “Living with Wildlife” features helpful advice on wildlife rescue, both for every day and during extreme weather events, as well as common issues such as feeding wildlife, pets and driving safely on roads. As urbanisation and climate change effects intensify, Australian wildlife need our help now more than ever, making this a timely guide for successfully living alongside our wild neighbours. Tanya Loos is an ecologist, educator and science communicator living in central Victoria, who is passionate about wildlife. Tanya loves writing about nature and science, and her work has featured in Cosmos Magazine, Wildlife Australia and Australian Birdlife. Bookings are essential.
Armchair Travellers – Barcelona
Gympie Library: Thursday 27 March, 6pm - 7pm
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the vibrant streets of Barcelona, where every corner reveals a new adventure waiting to be discovered. Spend an hour meandering along the classic cobblestone streets, where the echoes of centuries past mingle with the vibrant energy of modern-day Spain. As we stroll, pause to peer into shop windows adorned with colorful displays, each offering a tantalizing glimpse into the city's rich cultural tapestry. Join us at Gympie Library for this live virtual tour of Barcelona. Bookings are essential.
Last Friday Social Club - Pip Drysdale
Gympie Library: Friday 28 March, 10am - 11am
Pip Drysdale is an Australian author, musician and actor. She grew up in Africa, Canada, and Australia, became an adult in New York and London, and lives on a steady diet of coffee, dreams, and literature. All four of her books –The Sunday Girl, The Strangers We Know, The Paris Affair and The Next Girl – have been bestsellers in Australia. Come along as Pip joins us in conversation about her writing, experiences and more. Bookings are essential.
Acrylic Bookmarks
Tin Can Library: Friday 28 March, 9.30am - 11.00am
Create a fun bookmark for yourself or your favourite booklover. Decorate your acrylic bookmark with paint or adhesive vinyl and finish with a ribbon or tassel. Bookings are essential.
Pip Drysdale
Fun for Kids
Bookings are essential for some of the following events. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
Tinker Table
Gympie Library: Mondays, 3.30pm-4.30pm
Kilkivan Library: Wednesdays, 3.30pm-4.30pm
All activities are based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Maths). No bookings required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5 -12 years.
Thursday Robotics
Gympie Library: Thursdays, 3.30pm - 4.30pm
Come down and get hands-on in one of our fun, relaxed sessions. No bookings required but space is limited. Suitable for ages 5 -12 years.
Kids Learn to Sew – Beginner Gympie Library: Fridays 7, 14, 21 and 28 February 3.30pm
Join us for a four-week course as we teach you the basics of sewing. Participants will have the opportunity to complete a new project each week. These sessions will inspire creativity and build life-long basic skills, while having fun at the same time. Spaces are limited so booking is essential. Suitable for ages 8 – 12 years.
STEM Night Gympie Library: Friday 14 February 5-6pm
Stay back late at the library for a fun evening of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) based activities, craft and games. Suitable for all ages. Bookings are essential.
Kids Learn to Sew – Intermediate Gympie Library: Fridays 7, 14, 21 and 28 March 3.30pm
Finished the beginner course and looking for some new sewing projects? Join us over four weeks as we expand your knowledge of sewing. Participants will have the opportunity to complete a new project each week. These sessions will inspire creativity and build life-long basic skills, while having fun at the same time. Spaces are limited so booking is essential. Suitable for ages 8 –12 years.
Clay Bowls
Tin Can Bay Library: Saturday 1 and 8 February, 10am-11am
Join us for a two-week course where you will be able to create and decorate your own clay bowl. Suitable for ages 8-17 years. Bookings are essential.
Sock Puppets
Tin Can Bay Library: Friday 21 March, 3.30pm-4.30pm
Get creative and create your own sock puppet for World Puppetry Day. Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Bookings are essential.
Technology Help
Bookings are essential for some of the following events. To reserve your place, visit the website or phone the library on 5481 0859.
Drop in Tech Help
Do you have a quick question about technology? Drop in to any Gympie Regional Libraries branch during opening hours for some quick one on one help.
Book a Librarian
Rainbow Beach Library: Mondays 10.30am-12noon
Tin Can Bay Library: Tuesdays and Fridays 2.30pm-4pm Gympie Library: Wednesdays and Thursdays 9am-12noon
Do you need a hand to get started online? Do you have a question about something that you have learned? Book in for a one-on-one half hour session where our library staff will help answer your questions and provide tips and strategies to point you in the right direction for your future learning. Bookings are essential.
All about Android Tablets
Gympie Library: Thursday 6 February & 6 March 1pm
New to the world of tablets? Learn how to adjust the security, privacy and accessibility of your device, how to use the camera to take great photos and how to manage your notifications. Bookings are essential.
All about iPads
Gympie Library: Thursday 13 February & 13 March 1pm
New to the world of iPads? Learn how to adjust the security, privacy and accessibility of your device, how to use the camera to take great photos and how to manage your notifications. Bookings are essential.
All about Android Phones
Gympie Library: Thursday 20 February & 20 March 1pm
New to the world of smartphones? Learn how to adjust the security, privacy and accessibility of your device, how to use the camera to take great photos and how to block unwanted phone messages. Bookings are essential.
All about iPhones
Gympie Library: Thursday 27 February & 27 March 1pm
New to the world of iPhones? Learn how to adjust the security, privacy and accessibility of your device, how to use the camera to take great photos and how to block unwanted phone messages. Bookings are essential.
