Summer Vibes: School Holiday Program

Where:  Coffs Harbour Libraries and Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM)
When:  Summer School Holidays

Don't miss the fantastic line up of school holiday programs for kids this summer! Inspired by the current YAM exhibitions Swell Chasers: Surf Stories from the Mid North Coast and Heading North by Mulga, the programs include a mix of science, technology, engineering, arts and maths that will keep children engaged these holidays. Places are limited so book now to secure your spots!

NOW OPEN! January Intake for Coffs Harbour Writing Groups

Where:  Coffs Harbour Libraries and Yarrila Arts and Museum (YAM)
When:  Summer School Holidays

Join our vibrant community of local writers in Coffs Harbour to receive constructive feedback, engage in inspiring discussions, and take your writing to the next level. No matter your experience level or genre of interest, you'll find a supportive environment designed to help you grow and thrive. Find out more.

The Basics: Seed Saving

Where and When:
Harry Bailey Memorial Library, Saturday 7 December
Toormina Library, Saturday 14 December

Would you love some free, locally adapted seeds to pop in your garden?  Come along to this intro to seed saving to learn how to select, collect, save, sow and share seeds within your local gardening community. Free, bookings essential. 

Introduction to Plant Nutrition 

Where: Harry Bailey Memorial Library
When: Saturday 7 December

To feed or not to feed? In this free intro to plant nutrition, you’ll learn some simple, natural ways to nourish your food garden to keep your plants healthy and strong. Free, bookings essential. 

Learn Rodecaster Pro II for Podcasting 

Where:  Digital Studio, Level 1 Harry Bailey Memorial Library ​​​​​​
When:  Saturday 4 December

Learn to record pro-level podcasts with the Rodecaster Pro II in this hands-on workshop! Master audio routing, SD card recording, and software like Audacity for separate tracks. Plus, get access to the Digital Studio for ongoing podcast production.

Casual Adults Games Mornings

Where: Harry Bailey Memorial Library
When:  Second Wednesday of each month

Adult game mornings provide a relaxed and social environment for adults to enjoy board games, card games and puzzles. These sessions are a great way to meet new people, unwind, and engage in friendly competition. No experience is necessary, and everyone is welcome to join in the fun.

Regular Children's Programs Go On Break

Please note our regular children’s programs will pause during the NSW school holidays. We look forward to welcoming you back for Baby Rhyme Time, Storytime, Duplo, and Dress-ups in Term 1 2025.

Declutter Workshop Success!

The Less is More: Declutter Workshop last Saturday was a massive hit. Delivered in partnership with MIDWASTE, the workshop provided the 32 participants with tips, tricks and declutter planning hacks to make spring cleaning and moving house a dream! 

Acknowledgement of Country

Coffs Harbour Libraries is on the land of the Gumbaynggirr people, who we recognise as the traditional custodians of the land and who have cared for the land since time before immemorial. We pay our respects to their elders, past, present and emerging, and commit ourselves to a future with reconciliation and renewal at its heart.