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January 2026
Library news and events
Free school holiday programs
Libraries are teeming with free activities for kids and teens from 6 January.
Events include games mornings, a pirate party, scratch art and a science show!
Teens have gel plate printing and zine making.
Summer Reading Challenge continues through January.
Collect your challenge activity booklet at the library or Mobile Library.
Earn prize entries to win the grand prize -- DreamWorld annual passes, Bluey's World gift pack or a Nintendo Switch!
Upcoming author talks
Mary Pearson
Monday 12 January, 10am at Capalaba Library
Mary Pearson's nonfiction book Weighed Down is sure to resonate with anyone who struggles with their relationship with food.
Amy Andrews
Thursday 5 February, 10am at Victoria Point Library
Spend a sweet morning with bestselling romance novelist Amy Andrews. February is for lovers, and her latest novel is the perfect way to celebrate Valentine’s.
An evening with Sarah Di Lorenzo
Wednesday 11 February, 6pm at Cleveland Library
Bestselling author and clinical nutritionist Sarah Di Lorenzo returns to Redlands Coast for a special evening event.
Hot new releases
Afternoons for teens
Teen Makerspace takeover
Wednesday 14 January, 3pm at Cleveland Library
Once a month, we're opening the Makerspace just for teens! Explore 3D printing, Cricut design, sewing, embroidery and more.
Ages: 13–17 years
Teen art club
Thursday 15 and 29 January, 3.45pm at Capalaba Library
Join us after school at Teen art club, a place where we try out different mixed art activities. All supplies provided.
Ages: 12–17 years
Anime x club
Thursday 22 January, 3.30pm at Cleveland Library
Friday 23 January, 3.30pm at Capalaba Library
Come together with like-minded individuals who share a deep appreciation for the art form.
Ages: 12–17 years
Children's programs
Messy play
Monday 12 January, 9.30am at Wentworth Drive Park
Let the littlies explore a world of sensory fun with our messy play session at this beautiful park in Alexandra Hills.
Ages: 2–5 years
Pop-up library
Monday 19 January, 9.30am at Thornlands Park
Join us in the gorgeous outdoors for a fun session of stories, songs, dancing and fun play opportunities.
Ages: 0–5 years
STEAM zone after-school programs
Weekly, 3.30pm at Cleveland, Capalaba and Victoria Point Libraries
Our STEAM zone programs will begin again on Wednesday 28 January.
Ages: 5–12 years
New reads for kids
Storybox Library
Storybox Library is a free online resource for families who are looking for safe, literacy-friendly screen time. Listen to hundreds of stories read aloud with immersive illustrations and sound effects.
Create and connect sessions
Develop a new skill or take up a new hobby while you also connect with other like-minded folks during these craft workshops. Try your hand at photo embroidery or tissue art. If a session is booked up, try one at an island library and make a day of it!
More free adult programs
English Conversation Circle
Weekly, 10am at Victoria Point and Capalaba Libraries
Our weekly conversation circles are designed to help adults who are learning English as a second or foreign language.
Redland Reads Book Club
Monthly at multiple locations
Join the book club! Meet with fellow literature lovers and enjoy great conversation together. New members are welcome.
Makerspace inductions
Weekly at Cleveland Library
Sign up for a free 30-minute safety induction and start using the Makerspace for all of your craft and tech projects!
Discover your next good read
Free access for members
The current issue of Good Reading Magazine has Summer Reading Guides for both adults and younger readers.
Plus, check out what Redland City Library team members are reading in a special feature called Caught Reading.
Acknowledgement of Country
Redland City Council acknowledges the Quandamooka People, the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, winds and seas of Redlands Coast. We acknowledge the Elders, past and present, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island People in our community.
First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
