It’s hard to figure out how to keep babies entertained, but most local libraries host weekly programs like Rhyme Time of Story Time or a similar activity for free!
These activities usually involve singing, nursery rhymes, a story book and more, and parents and carers get to join in the fun too.
Below are some of the libraries around the St George and Sutherland Shire regions that host Rhyme Time. Make sure to check the relevant links below for the most up-to-date sessions.
George’s River Libraries:
Rhyme Time for babies (0-18 months)
- Hurstville Library: Mondays, 10-10.30am
- Penshurst Library: Tuesdays, 10.30-11.00am
- Clive James Library, Kogarah: Thursdays, 10-10.30am
Rhyme Time for babies and toddlers (0-3 years)
- South Hurstville Library: Wednesdays, 11.30am-12pm
- Oatley Library: Fridays, 11.30am-12pm
Rhyme Time for toddlers (18 months – 3 years)
- Hurstville Library: Mondays, 11-11.30am
- Penshurst Library: Tuesdays, 11.30am-12pm
- Clive James Library, Kogarah: Thursdays, 11-11.30am
For the most up to date information, visit www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au
Bayside Libraries:
Baby Rhymetime (0-18 months):
Rockdale Library: Wednesdays, 10.30-11am
Eastgardens Library: Thursdays, 10.30-11am
Toddlertime (18 months-3 years):
Rockdale Library: Thursdays, 10.30-11am
Eastgardens: Tuesdays, 10.30-11am
Storytime (3-5 years):
Rockdale Library: Tuesdays, 10.30-11.30am
Eastgardens: Wednesdays, 10.30-11.30am
For up to date information and to book a spot head here.
Sutherland Shire Council:
Rhymetime (0-24months):
Miranda Library: Tuesdays and Fridays, 11am
Sutherland Library: Tuesdays, 11am and 2pm (this 2pm session is for 0-11 months)
Menai Library: Fridays 11am
Cronulla Library: Wednesdays, 11am and 2pm
Engadine Library: Wednesdays, 2pm
Caringbah Library: Thursdays, 11am
Sylvania Library: Tuesdays, 11am
Together Time (18 months-3 years):
Sutherland Library: Fridays, 11am
Menai Library: Thursdays, 11am
Cronulla Library: Thursdays, 11am
Engadine Library: Wednesdays, 11am
Caringbah Library: Wednesdays, 11am
Storytime (3 years +):
Miranda Library: Mondays, 10.30am
Sutherland Library: Wednesdays, 10.30am
Menai Library: Wednesdays, 10.30am
Cronulla Library: Fridays, 10.30am
Engadine Library: Fridays, 10.30am
Caringbah Library: Tuesdays, 10.30am
Sylvania Library: Wednesdays, 10.30am
For up to date information head to www.sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au
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