Library Programs and Events
Upcoming Events
Voices of Broome #3
Meet two awesome Broome residents- Sarah Sear-Jones and Garry Smith.
Sarah Sear-Jones has been described by friends as a ‘chronic community maker’. While her ‘day’ job is pilot, in her spare time she likes to inspire those around her to connect through social initiatives such as Dungeons and Dragons, stargazing and astrophotography.
Sarah was a finalist for the Broome Community Citizen of the Year award in 2022
Alan Atchison recently launched Broome Therapy dogs, a 100% free therapy dog service.
Discover what led Alan to start Broome Therapy dogs, and the benefits of the service for everyone involved - participant, dog and handler.
Tuesday, 31 March at 5.15pm- 6.30pm
Broome Public Library
Voices of Broome #4
Meet three awesome Broome residents - Garry Smith, Hong Yu & Sue Fraser
Hong Yu and Sue Fraser have been friends since the early 90's.
Hong has been in Broome since 1986, and was a partner in Son Ming Chinese Restaurant, runs a very popular Mahjong club, and is the custodian of the Yu Family Display in Chinatown.
Sue arrived in Broome in 1991, has been a teacher/trainer, silk painter, ‘multiculturalist’, conservationist & keen gardener.
Garry Smith has been an educator and Principal in the Kimberley for over 30 years, a Director of Mandalah Ltd and advocates for Seniors through the activities of Broome Prime Timers
Tuesday, 2 April at 12.00pm- 1.30pm
Broome Public Library
Broome's Mangoes, Muddies and Memories- Recipes and Recollections Community Project
Please enjoy a digital copy of our community book Broome's Mangoes, Muddies and Memories - Recipes and Recollections.
Mangoes, Muddies and Memories - Recipes and Recollections.(PDF, 44MB)
This book presents stories and recipes from the Broome community along with Library historical archive materials, including excerpts from historic cookbooks, menus from memorable restaurant and archival photographs.
Whether it’s our love of ‘catch and cook’, dealing with the bounty of our seasonal gardens, enjoying our food festivals, a treat from the community markets, or sharing food with family and friends, food is a community connector.
Enjoy!
April School Holiday Program
Plenty for the kids to do this school holidays.
All free sessions.
Some sessions require a booking with limited spaces available.
Please book your place at Activity bookings
Shire movie link Movie bookings
Please call the library for the 17th April movie title.
Switch Your Thinking - Energy Audit Kit
Available for loan from Broome Public Library.
More information is available at Switch Your Thinking - Energy
Regular Programs for 2025
Regular Weekly (School term) Programs for Kids
(More information below)
Regular Programs for Adults
(More information below)
Movie Night (free)
Every 2nd Tuesday evening. See our Facebook page for up-to-date movie information.
Bookish Play, the Deadly Way - First Nations Story Time
Social Minecraft for Kids
To book children into one of our weekly sessions, please go to our Trybooking website.
Minecraft Bookings
(If the booking site states "Sold Out" this might mean that bookings are temporarily closed, as bookings are only opened weekly- check back soon)
Craft and Conversation
BYO project and enjoy socialising while you craft.
Informal session. Everyone welcome.
Innovation Station - Teen Tech Group
A group run by teens, for teens. Exploring different tech, working on projects together.
Wednesday's 2.30pm during school term.
As always, we’re happy to give a few tips for minor tech issues eg., setting up e-resource apps, how to use Skype to video call family, how to be e-smart and stay safe online. Call us on
9191 3477.