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Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
As we approach the end of the year, Connected Libraries would like to thank all of our members for your support – we hope you have enjoyed the library.
It's not too late to donate non-perishable items or toys to our Deliver Joy campaign.
Each of our libraries are collecting donations for a local charity and each of our charity partners have been so grateful to the Casey community.
Be sure to check out the events we have on during the school holidays and book your spot as soon as possible - these free events book out quickly.
In other news... we're opening a new library lounge. It's coming to Clyde Township Community Centre in February 2026. Read on for more details.
Please remember that our libraries will have altered opening hours over the summer period. Opening hours for each of our libraries are available now.
I wish you all the best for 2026!
Beth Luppino
Chief Executive Officer
Connected Libraries
Read 10 books for the chance to win an iPad Mini
There's still time to participate in the Big Summer Read and enter our competition for your chance to win a Nintendo Switch.
The Challenge runs from Monday 1 December 2025 to Saturday 31 January 2026.
The aim of the challenge is for children to read and log as many books as they can over summer. Children will need to read and log a minimum of 5 books between these dates to be eligible for prizes.
Drop into any of our six libraries and grab your reading log today or register online.
A New Library is Coming!
We're so excited to announce that we are opening a new library lounge at Clyde Township Community Centre in 2026.
To celebrate, we're hosting a Family Fun Day on Saturday 14 February, 9.30am-12pm.
This is a free event filled with fun activities such as face painting, a free sausage sizzle, children's performers, giveaways and more.
Be the first to see the new library lounge and say hello. See you there - no bookings required.
Healthy LunchboxesLearn about preparing healthy plant-based lunchbox options for work or school. Betty Chetcuti (author of My Vegan Cookbook) will share ideas for well-balanced lunches that will satisfy and nourish. This session will include a demonstration of soup and bliss balls and the opportunity to sample the foods demonstrated. 
Jigsaw & Board Game SwapCelebrate International Puzzles Day with us at Cranbourne Library. Donate your used, (complete!) puzzles & boardgames to any of our libraries from Monday 20 January - Sunday 26 January. When you donate, you'll receive a ticket to come along to the Jigsaw and Puzzle Board Game Swap night at Cranbourne Library. 📌 Cranbourne Library |
Live Music, Movies and MoreWith live music, vibrant cultural performances and open-air cinema, Open Space at Bunjil Place will be your new summer Saturday ritual. Bring your picnic rug, grab dinner from a food truck or pack your own and settle into a great night out with family and friends. No tickets, no barriers! 📌 Bunjil Place 
Learn Something NewMake your 2026 New Year goal to improve your confidence using technology. Our programs will resume in January with a range of programs from learning languages online, to creating podcasts. After more personalised assistance? |
Thinking of Downsizing?Join relocation specialist Julia Dyer as she shares tips and practical strategies to guide your downsizing journey so you can move forward with clarity and ease. You will walk away with a personalised plan and a fresh perspective. What a great way to start the new year. 📌 Bunjil Place Library |
Fairy Tale PicnicStep into a world of magic and make-believe at the Old Cheese Factory’s Fairy Tale Picnic on Wednesday 21 January. Families are invited to bring their picnic baskets, dress in favourite fairy-tale costumes, and enjoy an enchanting outdoor adventure. 📌 Old Cheese Factory, Berwick |
Deliver Joy by Donating to Local Charities
Deliver joy to fellow Casey residents this Christmas and support locals in need who are doing it tough and need a little help over the festive period.
Donate non-perishable items (within used by date), toiletries, and new unwrapped toys to locals in need by dropping them off at your local library throughout November and December.
Want to know a little more about our chosen charities?
Bunjil Place Library is collecting items for Transit Outreach Service.
Cranbourne Library is collecting items for Community Information and Support Cranbourne
Cranbourne West Library Lounge is collecting items for Cranbourne Food Truck.
Doveton Library is collecting items for Manna4Life.
Endeavour Hills Library is collecting items for The Andrews Centre.
Hampton Park Library is collecting items for St Vincent De Paul Society- Berwick Soup Van.
Summer Hours
Our libraries will have altered opening hours over the summer period, including being closed on the Public Holidays.
Please check opening times for each of our libraries here.
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Connected Libraries acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.
