Join the Summer Reading Challenge from 1 December 2025 – 31 January 2026.

The Summer Reading Challenge is for everyone aged 0 – 18, and is a fun, free and creative activity for kids and teens, and is a great way to keep them reading over the summer break.

There are fabulous rewards to earn, and you can choose whichever stories and adventures you want. All you need is a free Library membership.

No matter what you like to read, this challenge is for you. You can read books, picture books, magazines, eBooks, eAudiobooks, Audiobooks and even graphic novels! You also aren’t limited by where you are – you can borrow from any Library branch or use our electronic resources.

Pick up a log sheet at any Library branch or download one from the Blue Mountains Library website.

Blue Mountains Library School Holiday Kids' Workshop - Beaded Suncatcher

Create a spiral beaded suncatcher that shines colourfully in the sun. Kindy to Year 6.

Play with texture and colour as you thread beads onto wire and shape your own flowing spiral design. 

Your unique piece will then be ready to hang in a sunny spot!

Hub Picnic Day!

Grab a blanket, pack a picnic and enjoy FREE games and activities on the grassy Hub forecourt 

Escape the summer heat (or storms) and join us for a lunch time of imagination and creativity with board games, puzzles and craft activities.

Try out the bird scavenger hunt and leave with a personalised badge.

Free tea and coffee will be available for the grown ups

This is also a fantastic time to pick up new loans from the library.
Reading under the trees? Wonderful!

Find us in the foyer and Room 1 in The Hub.

Bring along a picnic rug and lunch, and setup outside on the grass (or inside The Hub if the weather isn't great).

This activity will go ahead in any weather.

Have fun connecting with nature using fresh and dried natural materials to create unique pieces, such as nature wands and flower crowns. Families - all ages.

A free family friendly workshop hosted by BMCC’s Community Team and Library Team. 

Feel free to bring along what’s fresh from your garden.