Autumn School Holiday Program
7 to 17 April 2025
Join us at the library to explore, create and play these school holidays!
Bookings open 9am, Monday 31 March.
You can make a booking:
Bookings are required unless otherwise specified. If your chosen program is fully booked, you will be able to add your name to the waitlist.
Our School Holiday Programs are always popular! If you have booked a place but can no longer attend, please contact us so that we can offer your place to someone else.
Adult supervision is required at all programs for children under 12 years old.
Please arrive 10 minutes before your event start time. If you are running late, we will hold your booking for 10 minutes. After this time, we will offer your place to the next person on the waitlist.
Coding Jam (ages 7-15)
Unleash your coding skills at the Multi-Level Coding Jam Challenge! Designed for coders of all levels, from beginner to experienced, this activity promises something for everyone.
Presented by Western BACE.
Coding Jam Green (ages 8-10)
Sessions run daily from Monday 7 April to Thursday 10 April
10am to 10.45am and 2pm to 2.45pm
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Bookings are required.
Coding Jam Yellow (ages 9-12)
Sessions run daily from Monday 7 April to Thursday 10 April
10.45am to 11.30am and 2.45pm to 3.30pm
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Bookings are required.
Coding Jam Orange (ages 10-13)
Sessions run daily from Monday 7 April to Thursday 10 April
11.30am to 12.15pm and 3.30pm to 4.15pm
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Bookings are required.
Coding Jam Red (ages 11-15)
Sessions run daily from Monday 7 April to Thursday 10 April
12.15pm to 1pm
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Bookings are required.
Code and Control: Bot Mission (ages 5-8)
Monday 7 April and Tuesday 8 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am. Last session starts at 3.30pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Program a friendly robo-friend to complete a fun mission. Using simple commands and problem-solving skills, you'll guide your bot through obstacles and challenges. Perfect for beginner coders.
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Robo Adventure (ages 5-9)
Wednesday 9 April and Thursday 10 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am. Last session starts at 3.30pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Step into the exciting world of robotics! Dive into hands-on activities and discover how robots think, move, and respond to commands. Suitable for beginner coders.
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Weather Wizards (ages 8-12)
Tuesday 8 April and Thursday 10 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am. Last session starts at 12.15pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Explore the science of storms! In this hands-on experiment, you’ll create your own wild weather in a glass, no umbrella needed!
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Stop Motion Studio (ages 9-12)
Monday 7 April and Wednesday 9 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am. Last session starts at 12.15pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Create a mini-movie with stop motion animation. Use characters, props, and a bit of movie magic to bring your story to life, one frame at a time.
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Self-paced Learning Zone (ages 9+)
Drop-in sessions run daily from Monday 7 April to Thursday 10 April
10am to 1pm and 2pm to 4.15pm
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Whether you're a seasoned tech-head or just starting out, this station has a range of challenges to suit all interests. Explore interactive activities, coding, robotics and creative technologies.
Bookings are not required. Learn more.
Presented by Western BACE.
Microcontrollers Mission (ages 9-12)
Monday 7 April and Tuesday 8 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am. Last session starts at 12.15pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Bring gadgets to life through the magic of microcontrollers! Learn how these tiny but mighty devices power the world around us in this exciting, hands-on challenge.
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Mission to the Stars (ages 9-15)
Monday 7 April and Tuesday 8 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 2pm. Last session starts at 3.30pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Strap into the Space Flight Simulator and blast off on an epic space adventure! Navigate the cosmos, complete daring missions, and test your piloting skills.
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
TinkerCAD Creations: 3D Design Challenge (ages 10-15)
Wednesday 9 April and Thursday 10 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am. Last session starts at 12.15pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Ready to design the future? Bring your ideas to life in this exciting 3D design challenge! Use TinkerCAD to create and customise digital designs, from futuristic gadgets to epic structures.
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Paper Plane Challenge (ages 7-13)
Daily from Monday 7 April to Thursday 10 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 2pm. Last session starts at 3.30pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Design, test, and perfect the ultimate paper plane! Experiment with aerodynamics, tweak your design, and compete for the top spot.
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Blast Off! Rocket Builders (ages 10-15)
Wednesday 9 April and Thursday 10 April
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 2pm. Last session starts at 3.30pm.
Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Design and build your own bottle rockets in this explosive, hands-on activity. Using everyday materials, you’ll construct and test your rocket, tweaking your design for maximum lift-off. Will your creation reach the stars - or crash back to Earth?
Bookings are required.
Presented by Western BACE.
Poetry Workshop with Maxine Beneba Clarke (ages 8-14)
Tuesday 8 April, 2pm to 3pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Tuesday 15 April, 11am to 12pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Unleash your creativity with award-winning Australian poet and writer, Maxine Beneba Clarke! Play mini games to warm up your writing muscles, and make your own book of poetry based on Maxine’s ABIA-winning collection.
Bookings are required.
Check Mates: Holiday Chess Tournament (ages 7-14)
Friday 11 April, 10.30am to 12.30pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Monday 14 April, 10.30am to 12.30pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Put your chess skills to the test these holidays! Local chess guru, Julius, will run friendly matches for players of all ages and levels. Bring along your friends and family to cheer you on!
Bookings are required.
Clay Sculpting (ages 6-12)
Wednesday 9 April, 10.30am to 11.30am, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Make your own unique creations using air-dry clay. You'll get to take home your finished artwork.
Bookings are required.
Jig Draw (ages 5-12)
Friday 11 April, 11am to 12pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Make a custom jigsaw puzzle! Design and create your own artwork, break it down and jumble it up, then challenge your friends and family to put it back together.
Bookings are required.
Autumn Family Movie Time (all ages)
Monday 14 April, 3pm to 5pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Bring along your favourite movie snacks and kick back at the Library. It’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy some cosy screen time together these holidays.
Bookings are required.
Pattern Mosaic (ages 5-12)
Tuesday 15 April, 10.30am to 11.30am, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Thursday 17 April, 10.30am to 11.30am, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Colour up your day with this fun craft activity! Use paper tiles and stencils to map out your artwork, then stick it together to create a mosaic masterpiece.
Bookings are required.
The Wobbly Wallaby Storytime (ages 3-8)
Wednesday 16 April, 11am to 11.45am, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Wednesday 16 April, 2pm to 2.45pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
The Wobbly Wallaby just can’t hop in a straight line, no matter how hard she tries! She just doesn’t do things the way the other wallabies do. Come along to this very special Storytime based on 'The Wobbly Wallaby and the Absolute Bandicoot' by Prema Nishan. Watch, listen and dance along as this story comes alive with puppets and live music by children’s producer and performer, Jemma Armstrong.
Bookings are required.
Teen Craft: Badge Making (ages 12+)
Tuesday 8 April, 2pm to 3pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Tuesday 15 April, 2pm to 3pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Design and craft your own badge designs to take home or swap and share with others! All materials will be provided.
Bookings are not required. Learn more.
Teen Craft: DIY Chess Boards (ages 12+)
Thursday 17 April, 2pm to 4pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Attention chess lovers! Are you tired of plain black and white chess sets? Create a colourful, sustainable alternative in this DIY workshop with local artist, Mollie-Rose Chislett. Use air-dry clay and reclaimed materials to create your own unique chess set to use in your next tournament, or to just admire at home!
Bookings are required.
Bad Art Night (ages 12+)
Thursday 10 April, 4pm to 6pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Wednesday 16 April, 4pm to 6pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
No eye for art? No worries. Play with a variety of art and craft supplies in a judgement-free zone. We'll bring the tools, you bring the imagination.
Bookings are required.