This is a Council led event.

15/08/2026 - Hurstville Library

Join us as we celebrate National Science Week 2026 with a series of workshops and activities at Hurstville Library. This year’s theme, Seeds of Science, promises to captivate budding scientists and curious minds of all ages.

In our workshops, you will grow your mind and explore the wonders of life on earth with our living lineup of activities; learn how the oldest gardens were cultivated for their healing properties, snuggle in for Storytime Science, immerse yourself in the world of sensational succulents, paint a virtual gardenscape, design a pot to be 3D printed, or scavenge the library for seeds. There will also be tabletop discoveries, interactive installations, and plenty of opportunities to play and explore.

Whether you're greening your thumbs or uncovering the secret life of plants, there’s something for everyone. Bring the family along and join Georges River Libraries in celebrating Australia’s largest annual festival of science and innovation.

10.00am-11.00am | Bush Tucker Exploration with Koori Kinnections | Ages 4-14 | Free | Bookings necessary.
10.00am-2.00pm | Design and 3D Print a Plant Pot with Tinkery | Ages 12+ | $8.50 | Bookings necessary.
10.00am-2.00pm | Virtual Gardenscape with Nested Realities | Ages 12+ | Free | Drop in any time!
10.00am-2.00pm | Seed Sphere Scavenger Hunt | All ages | Free | Drop in any time!
10.00am-2.00pm | Tabletop Discoveries | All ages | Free | Drop in any time!
10.30am-11.30am | 12.30pm-1.30pm | Storytime Science: Tiny Wonders | All ages | Free | Bookings recommended.
12.30pm-1.30pm | Sensational Succulents Workshop with Hort4Kidz | Ages 5-12 | Free | Bookings necessary.

 

Saturday 15 August 2026

 

Address

Hurstville Library
Corner of Dora Street and Queens Road, Hurstville.
 

Time

10.00am - 2.00pm.
 

Cost

Play and Explore is a free event, but some workshops have fees associated with them.
 

Bookings

Play and Explore is a drop-in event, but some workshops require bookings. To book a place in any of these workshops, use the button below.

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More information

• All materials and equipment will be provided. 

• ​For participants aged 12 years and under, parents and/or guardians of children must remain in the library for the duration of the program.  

• For participants under the age of 16, parent and/or guardian contact details must be provided at the time of booking. 

• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue. 

• If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces and repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations, bookings may be refused in the future. 

• The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop. 

Accessibility Information: 
Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration. 

Georges River Libraries offer a range of programs to support early literacy and foster community connection, please visit our library Programs and Events webpage. 

For further information, please contact us on (02) 9330 6111 or email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.