Events Listing

Popcorn & Pictures at the Libraries

12 August 2025 - 12 June 2026

Take a seat and join us for a cuppa, some popcorn and a free movie screening at the Manning and South Perth libraries.

All Ages Free Kids/Family Library Seniors

Uncover the Facts series

Manning and South Perth libraries 14 August 2025 - 30 June 2026

Keen to learn something new or deepen your knowledge in a particular area? Stay informed on a range of current topics with our free information sessions.

All Ages Free Library Sustainability

Adulting 101 series

South Perth Library 25 September 2025 - 30 June 2026

Build real-world life skills that make growing up just a little easier with our free workshops for young people aged 16 to 25.

Free Library

Author Talk series

South Perth and Manning Libraries 6 October 2025 - 31 March 2026

Learn from bestselling authors as they share insights into their writing journey, creative process and inspiration behind their work.

Free Library

April School Holidays

Various locations 2 - 18 April 2026

Enjoy a mix of creative workshops, engaging storytelling sessions, hands-on activities, and interactive events for all ages.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
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Hop into Bunny Time (Opens external link)

Manning Library 2 April 2026

Join us for a special interactive session where you’ll meet some friendly, social bunny residents and learn what rabbits are all about.

Free Kids/Family Library

Time for Songs and Stories

South Perth Library 7 - 14 April 2026

Come along for a morning of stories, songs, dancing and craft! These interactive drop-in sessions on Tuesday 7 and 14 January are perfect for children 5 years and younger.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
StopMotion

Stop Motion Animation Workshop (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 7 April 2026

Lights, camera, action: learn how to create your own short film using stop motion animation at the library! Great for kids aged 7-17.

Arts & Culture Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays

Time for Songs and Stories

Manning Library 8 - 15 April 2026

Come along for a morning of stories, songs, dancing and craft! These interactive drop-in sessions run on Wednesdays 8 and 15 April and are perfect for children 5 years and younger.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
AuthorWorkshop

Author Workshop - Sally Murphy (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 9 April 2026

Come and join our children’s literature champion Sally Murphy for an author’s workshop, recommended for ages 8 - 12.

Kids/Family Library School Holidays
Legoday

LEGO Day

South Perth Library 10 April 2026

Join our Lego day at South Perth Library and build your best creations. All ages are welcome to join this free event, no bookings required.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays Youth
AuthorWorkshop

Author Workshop - Kylie Howarth (Opens external link)

Manning Library 10 April 2026

Come and join our children’s literature champion Kylie Howarth for an author’s workshop, recommended for ages 8 - 12.

Kids/Family Library School Holidays
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Craft Day

Manning Library 13 April 2026

Drop-in for some crafting fun these school holidays. The only limit is your imagination! All ages are welcome and no bookings are required.

All Ages Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
2026YouthWeek

Youth Week 2026

City of South Perth 14 - 17 April 2026

Grab your crew and join in on our range of free events to celebrate young people and their positive contributions to our community during Youth Week.

Free Kids/Family Library Youth
RetroGames

Retro Gaming Day

Manning Library 14 April 2026

Grab some friends, challenge yourself, or create new memories with family! Play classic gaming consoles such as PlayStation 1, SNES and Xbox, courtesy of The Nostalgia Box.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays Youth

Pokerama Workshop (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 15 April 2026

Build your own Pokémon terrarium! Pick three Pokémon and create their tiny world inside a Poké Ball. A great activity for children aged 8 and over.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
BusyBeeworkshop

Busy Bee-Bot Bash (Opens external link)

Manning Library 16 April 2026

Put on your coder's hat and program our adorable robot friend, the Bee-Bot, in this free, fun and hands-on workshop for children aged 4 - 7.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays
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Game On! (Opens external link)

Manning Library 17 April 2026

Ready to roll the dice and grab a slice? Join Game On!—a fun-filled Friday of board games and free pizza at the library! For ages 10 to 15.

Free Kids/Family Library School Holidays Youth
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Historical Voices: An ANZAC Author Talk with Emily Paull and Melinda Tognini (Opens external link)

South Perth Community Hall 22 April 2026

This ANZAC Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who served and supported them—join us for a special author talk with authors Emily Paull and Melinda Tognini that brings their stories to life.

All Ages Free Library

Popcorn & Pictures at the Library: The Penguin Lessons (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 23 April 2026

Take a seat and join us for a cuppa, some popcorn, and a free screening of the heartwarming movie based on a true story, The Penguin Lessons, at South Perth Library.

All Ages Free Library