Library Programs and Events
Upcoming Events
September/October School Holiday Program
Bring the kids along to some free school holiday fun and creativity.
Bookings are essential, and a responsible adult must remain on-site.
Bookings here
Please be sure to cancel your booking if you are unable to attend.
Pepper It Up with Trish
Join Trish Pepper for a fun and interactive cooking session, where you'll learn how to create something quick, easy, healthy, and delicious!
Includes live demonstration and tasting.
5pm - 6pm Tuesday 29 September 2026
11.30am - 1pm Friday 2 October 2026
Spaces are limited. Bookings essential!
Bookings here
Introduction to Watercolour with Natalie Martin
Join artist Natalie Martin, for an afternoon of colour, creativity and gentle encouragement, as you explore loose, contemporary watercolour.
Expect a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of guidance, and that lovely feeling of doing something just for yourself.
Create your own floral-inspired piece to take home.
All art materials provided.
Date: Tuesday 29 September 2026
Time: 3pm - 6pm
Bookings here
Get Online Week
Get Online Week is coming to Broome Public Library from 19 to 22 October. Packed with a range of different seminars, it's a great opportunity to build your digital skills, boost your confidence online and learn something new.
Library E-Resources
Learn how to make the most of the Broome Public Library's free online resources, including e-books, e-audiobooks, e-magazines and films.
Date: Monday 19 October 2026
Time: 11:30pm - 1:00pm
Brighter AI with Commonwealth Bank
Discover how to make AI simple, practical and approachable, with no technical experience required. Learn how to use it responsibly and explore how it can support everyday life.
Date: Tuesday 20 October 2026
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Canva for Beginners
Learn how to create a Canva account and use free design tools to create flyers, posters and more, while building confidence in the basics of graphic design.
Date: Wednesday 21 October 2026
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
How to manage a Facebook Group
Learn how to create and manage a Facebook group, understand social media basics, and build confidence posting, commenting, engaging and staying safe online.
Date: Thursday 22 October 2026
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Teens Dungeons and Dragons
Ready to let your imagination soar? Enter the world of Dungeons & Dragons, where you'll work as a team and embark on a custom adventure filled with challenges, puzzles and epic quests. No experience is necessary, and all skill levels are welcome.
Every Saturday Fortnightly, from 9:30am - 11:30am.
Upcoming Sessions:
3 October 2026
17 October 2026
31 October 2026
14 November 2026
28 November 2026
12 December 2026
19 December 2026 - Christmas Special!
Monthly Book Chat
All book-lovers are welcome to come along to chat about books and reading, in an informal, social setting.
No set reading, just share your thoughts about which books you've loved, or not. Peruse the newest books to the library.
First Tuesday of each month from 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Upcoming Sessions:
13 October 2026
3 November 2026
1 December 2026
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, 20MB)
This book presents stories and recipes from the Broome community along with Library historical archive materials, including excerpts from historic cookbooks, menus from memorable restaurants 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!
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 2026
Regular Weekly (School term) Programs for Kids
(More information below)
Regular Programs for Adults
(More information below)
- School Holiday Programs: daily event, for school aged children during the April, July & October holidays. Details available from the library or on our Facebook page.
- Hooked on Books: Reading incentive program for Year 1 students. (Scroll down for more information)
- Bookish Play - the Deadly Way (previously called Little Bubba Yarns), First Nations Storytime Program: Wednesdays. 10am Bookings required.
- Computer/Technology Help Sessions: Free. Please contact the library on 9191 3477.
- Book Swap or Buy: Second-hand book swap or buy - shelves at the Library entrance.
- Jigsaw Swap: Free to loan.
- Board Games: Free to use in the Library only.
- Author/Speaker Events: Occasional events will be advertised in the Library or on our Facebook page.
- Public meeting space: Please contact the Library on 9191 3477.
- Tech Help Tuesdays (to get you started online): Every Tuesday 5-7pm, drop-ins welcome. (Scroll down for more information)
Bookish Play, the Deadly Way - First Nations Story Time
Bookings are essential - via Trybooking Bookings here.
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.