Free School Holiday Fun at Local Upper Hunter Libraries

Children like being on holidays from school and often look for fun things to do with other young people. There are a number of creative options available for children and youth in the Upper Hunter Region of NSW, Australia, these September/October school holidays based at local libraries.

If your local library isn't mentioned here, contact them to see what activities they have planned for the school holidays.

Aberdeen Library

Come to Aberdeen library these September school holidays and check out some of the fantastic activities and books!

On Tuesday 29th of October 2011 come and join us for some creativity with magnets. Session commences at 10:30 and runs through until 12:00pm. Places in this session are limited so be sure to book your place NOW!

On Friday 7th of October another craft session will be held but this time it will be all about cardboard creativity. This session begins at 2:30pm and will last about an hour. Be sure to bring your creativity and a good attitude.

Please let the library know if you are coming by contacting the library on 6543 7669 Or come in and visit the library at Moray Street Aberdeen.

Cassilis Library

Come and visit the friendly library staff for two days full of fun!

Cassilis library invites you to come join in the fun at the pizza and movie day on Wednesday 5th of October. Bring your appetite and get comfortable. Session starts at 10:30 and runs through until 1pm. Ages 10-17 years welcome.

If pizza is not what you are looking for come along to the popcorn and movie session on Friday 7th October beginning at 3pm and running through until 5:30pm. All ages welcome just bring your appetite and a good attitude.

Please let the library know if you are coming so they can have enough munchies for everyone. Call us on 6376 1295 or come in and visit the library at the Community Centre in Buccleough Street, Cassilis.

Merriwa Library
Merriwa library has some great activities planned for young people to come check out!

On Tuesday 4th of October don't miss out on the craft session where you can learn how to make your very own Multicultural Calender! Session starts at 11:00am.

Places are limited so be sure to let the library know if you are coming or you might miss out! Call the library on 6521 7007.

Muswellbrook Library

The library and regional art gallery staff are teaming up to bring you some fantastic school holiday fun.

Come along and bring your creativity to one of the two art classes that are being run at Muswellbrook Library.

Sessions are being run on the 29th of September from 2:00pm-3:00pm and again on the 6th of October from 2:00pm-3:00pm.

Places are limited so please call and book your place to make sure you don't miss out! To book call the library on 6543 1913 or come in and visit the library at 126 Bridge Street Muswellbrook.

Muswellbrook Library

The Muswellbrook Library and the Regional Art Centre invite young people to a free Youth Photography Workshop being held during the school holidays for ages 12-18 years.

These sessions will aim to build up photography and editing skills for those just starting out to those who have a bit more experience. Places are limited so make sure you RSVP ASAP. Sessions will be held at the Muswellbrook Library from 11am to 12:30pm on Wednesday 28th of September 2011 and Wednesday 5th of October 2011. Participants will attend both sessions which are free. All you need to bring is your camera and your imagination.

For more information or to book contact the Muswellbrook library on 6543 1913.

Murrurundi Library

Murrurundi Library has some exciting plans for the September school holidays!

Come in and learn how to make some awesome Christmas wind chimes on Thursday 29th of September at 1:00 pm or take an African Adventure with us on Thursday 6th of October at 1:00 pm with the 'All things African' school holiday activity.

Please let the library know if you are coming by contacting the library on 6540 1363.

Scone Library

Scone Library has some exciting programs planned for the upcoming School Holidays.

Come let your hair down! Rock out and dance along at Scone library on Wednesday 28th September at 11am at the Rock n Roll Dance class. This is aimed at children of ages 6-12 years old.

If dancing is not your thing, why not come along to the Pom Pom craft session on Wednesday the 5th October at 11am instead.

Please let the library know if you are coming by contacting the library on 6540 1183 or come in and visit the library at 130 Liverpool Street, Scone.