Free Baby & Toddler Library Programs in Adelaide’s Inner South & East
Every day here at Parkside Community Childcare, story time and singalongs light up the faces of our young learners. From giggles with The Gruffalo to busting out tunes with our babies through to kindy kids, we know the importance of these simple interactions when it comes to growing children’s brains. But although singing, talking and reading form part of our everyday, you may be looking for ways to incorporate more of this on days when your little one is in your (or a family member’s) care. Enter: South Australia’s library programs!
Did you know, across Adelaide there are a number of free library programs created especially for 0-5 year olds? Whether you have a baby, toddler or pre-schooler, many libraries offer a playfully fun activity schedule that helps support your child’s interests and development.
Below we’ve rounded up details from many of the Library programs for babies and young children in our neighbouring communities in Adelaide’s inner southern and eastern suburbs. From Unley and Goodwood, to Burnside, Payneham and more, we hope you find this list of Adelaide’s free library programs helpful!
Library Programs Timetable - Adelaide’s Inner South & East
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Mitcham Memorial Library: Storytime
Aimed at 2-5 year olds
Every Monday, 10am
Sometimes noisy, sometimes silly, but always fun.
St Peters Library: Storytime
Aimed at 2-5 year olds
Every Monday, 10:30am
Feature a range of books, songs, play and activities.
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Burnside Library: Storytime for Preschoolers
Aimed at 3-5 year olds
Every Tuesday, 10:30am
Join us for stories, songs and a simple craft.
Coventry Library, Stirling: Baby Bounce & Rhyme
Aimed at 0-18 month olds
Every Tuesday, 10:15am
Sing along and learn action rhymes and lullabies.
Coventry Library, Stirling: Action, Rhymes and Stories
Aimed at 18 month - 3 year olds
Every Tuesday, 11:15am
Encourage your toddler to move about and interact with the activities.
Mitcham Memorial Library: Little Movers
Aimed at 0-5 year olds
Every Tuesday, 11am
An engaging and interactive 30 minute program blending movement, dance, song and storytelling.
Payneham Library: Storytime
Aimed at 2-5 year olds
Every Tuesday, 10:30am
Feature a range of books, songs, play and activities.
Unley Town Hall: Storytime
Aimed at 2-5 year olds
Every Tuesday, 10:30am
Stay after the storytelling for an educational activity such as music, movement, games or craft. Older/younger siblings are always welcome.n text goes here
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Burnside Library: Storytime for Preschoolers
Aimed at 3-5 year olds
Every Wednesday, 10:30am
Join us for stories, songs and a simple craft.
Clarence Park Community Centre: Wriggletime
Aimed at 0-3 year olds
Specific Wednesdays, 10:30am (see schedule)
An active session designed to keep busy toddlers moving with stories, songs and movement! These fun sessions also include interactive play with beanbags, scarves and shakers.
Clarence Park Community Centre: Connect & Play
Aimed at 0-3 year olds
Wednesdays, once a month, 10:30am-12:30pm (see schedule)
Play based sessions for parents/caregivers to explore a range of developmentally appropriate play experiences. Each session will focus on a particular developmental skill and promote talking, playing, reading and singing.
Mitcham Memorial Library: Babytime
Aimed at 0-2 year olds
Every Wednesday, 10am
Interactive songs, rhymes and chats with other parents and guardians.
St Peters Library: Baby Bounce
Aimed at 0-2 year olds
Every second Wednesday, 10:30am
A fun and interactive session aimed at introducing babies and young children to libraries, action songs, nursery rhymes and rhythm.
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Burnside Library: Baby Chat
Aimed at 0-2 year olds
Every Thursday, 10:30am
Enjoy songs, rhymes and sharing books with your baby or toddler.
Coventry Library, Stirling: Baby Bounce & Rhyme
Aimed at 0-18 month olds
Every Thursday, 11:15am
Sing along and learn action rhymes and lullabies.
Coventry Library, Stirling: Storytime
Aimed at 3-5 year olds
Every Thursday, 10:00am
Listen to stories and have fun making new friends. After each session you can do a craft to take home.
Goodwood Library: Storytime
Aimed at 2-5 year olds
Every Thursday, 10:30am
Stay after the storytelling for an educational activity such as music, movement, games or craft. Older/younger siblings are always welcome.
Payneham Library: Baby Bounce
Aimed at 0-2 year olds
Every second Thursday, 10:30am
A fun and interactive session aimed at introducing babies and young children to libraries, action songs, nursery rhymes and rhythm
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Burnside Library: Baby Chat
Aimed at 0-2 year olds
Every Thursday, 10:30am
Enjoy songs, rhymes and sharing books with your baby or toddler.
Burnside Library: Toddler Tales
Aimed at 2-3 year olds
Every Friday, 11:30am
Join us for stories, rhymes, puppets and fun especially for toddlers 2-3 years (18 months+).
Goodwood Library: Wriggletime
Aimed at 2-3 year olds
Every second Friday, 10:30am
Designed to keep busy toddlers moving while listening and learning sounds, rhythms, and rhymes of language. These fun sessions also include interactive play with beanbags, scarves and shakers. Babies are also welcome.
Goodwood Library: Babytime
Aimed at 0-2 year olds
Every second Friday, 11:30am
Songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories.
Unley Town Hall: Wriggletime
Aimed at 2-3 year olds
Every second Friday, 10:30am
Designed to keep busy toddlers moving while listening and learning sounds, rhythms, and rhymes of language. These fun sessions also include interactive play with beanbags, scarves and shakers. Babies are also welcome.
Unley Town Hall: Babytime
Aimed at 0-2 year olds
Every second Friday, 11:30am
Songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories.
All of these fantastic programs are within 5-20 minutes' drive of Parkside Community Childcare - perfect for our families and community living in Unley, Goodwood, Eastwood, and surrounding suburbs.
Happy singing, reading and learning!
Heads up: Most of these programs run during school terms only. Please check the individual library websites for the most up-to-date info.