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There are ongoing programs as well as unique events which take place across the libraries that your Council provides. Programs Events libraries canterbury bankstown There are ongoing programs as well as unique events which take place across the libraries that your Council provides.  

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Children’s Book Week 2018https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/events/children’s-book-week-2018Children’s Book Week 20182018 is the 72nd Anniversary of the Book of the Year Awards. In 2018, Book Week will run from 17 - 24 August with the theme Find Your Treasure.
Library native animal showshttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/events/library-native-animal-showsLibrary native animal showsWednesday 3 October - Australian wildlife displays will be running hands-on demonstrations of native animals!
August Wellbeing Programshttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/events/august-wellbeing-programsAugust Wellbeing ProgramsThroughout the Saturdays in August, Council’s Library and Knowledge Centres are hosting a number of Wellbeing programs, where you will learn different strategies to relax and heal yourselves and those around you.
Movie Mornings at the Library - All the Money in the Worldhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/events/movie-mornings-at-the-library-all-the-money-in-the-worldMovie Mornings at the Library - All the Money in the WorldWednesday 12 September 2018 - The story of the kidnapping of 16-year-old John Paul Getty III and the desperate attempt by his devoted mother to convince his billionaire grandfather Jean Paul Getty to pay the ransom.
Tech Helphttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/events/tech-helpTech HelpDo you have questions about using your smartphone or tablet? Then bring your devices to our one-on-one smartphone and tablet Tech Help sessions.
School Holidays Programshttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/community-services/children-families/school-holidays-programsSchool Holidays ProgramsCouncil's leisure centres, Arts Centre and libraries are the place to be these school holidays for the City’s children and youth.
Baby Rhyme Timehttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/baby-rhyme-timeBaby Rhyme TimeCome along and join in the fun, introducing your baby to rhymes, songs, board books and other bouncing babies!
Preschool Story Timehttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/preschool-story-timePreschool Story TimeStory times for the City of Canterbury Bankstown’s diverse multicultural community are held for pre-school children at all of our libraries.
English language classes and resourceshttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/library-services/english-language-classes-resourcesEnglish language classes and resourcesCampsie Library hosts regular ESL classes, ESL language kits, readers and online learning resources.
Play to Learnhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/play-to-learnPlay to LearnPlay to Learn is an early literacy program, where parents can help their child develop the fine motor skills needed for reading and writing development.
Book Clubhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/book-clubBook ClubIf you have a passion for reading and would like to meet new friends, why not join our book club and have fun discussing a variety of great books.
Homework helphttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/student-resources/homework-helpHomework helpIf you are a Year 3 to 12 student and would like some real-life help and advice, the Homework Assistance Program is here to help.
Movie Clubhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/movie-clubMovie ClubDo you like watching movies or documentary films? Come and join our movie club, where you can watch and discuss movies.
Discover your family historyhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/discover-your-family-historyDiscover your family historyFamily history workshops are being held at Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre up to June and again from August to December.
Schools Out - after school funhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/schools-out-after-school-funSchools Out - after school fun​​​​Our libraries have a great range of activities, events and services available to benefit everyone. These include educational services, fun events and everything in between. ​
Summer Reading Clubhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/summer-reading-clubSummer Reading ClubGet ready for a summer celebration of sports, games, technology and team spirit.
Help With Reading Programhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/help-with-reading-programHelp With Reading ProgramWe have started a Help With Reading program to help primary school children build up their skills and confidence in reading aloud to our volunteers.
Multicultural programs & eventshttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/multicultural-programs-eventsMulticultural programs & eventsOur library and knowledge centres offer a number of multicultural programs and events for all to attend.
Tech Wise Buddies Programhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/tech-wise-buddies-programTech Wise Buddies ProgramDo you need help using your tablet, smartphone or computer?
Frontispiece integrated artworkshttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/frontispieceFrontispiece integrated artworks‘Frontispiece’is the title of the integrated artworks at Chester Hill Library and Knowledge Centre.
Watson Anzac websitehttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/watson-anzac-websiteWatson Anzac websiteThe Watson Anzac website was established to reflect on local stories relating to World War 1, encouraging all memebrs of our community to reflect upon and learn more about our local military history.
Book a Librarian​https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/book-a-librarianBook a Librarian​Did you know that library members can now Book a Librarian for a 30-minute one-on-one session to assist you with your computer needs?
Tweens and youth programshttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/tweens-and-youth-programsTweens and youth programsWe have a range of activities tailored to teens and young adults, so head into your local library today to find out how you can get involved.
Book Weekhttps://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/programs-events-calendar/book-weekBook WeekEach year, children and books are brought together to celebrate Children’s Book Week.

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