The Gin Gin Library is an important learning centre and gathering place for locals with a range of upcoming events to discover from book clubs and story play to an interactive ocean experience.
Located in the Gin Gin Community Hub, the Gin Gin Library provides free access to information and supports literacy and education.
Bundaberg Regional Council Arts, Culture and Events portfolio spokesperson Cr John Learmonth said the Gin Gin Library provided a vital service connecting people to resources and opportunities, which included a number of events throughout the year.
“These community events include story play every Monday during the school term, where families with children under 5 can come together for a fantastic morning of rhymes, songs and play,” Cr Learmonth said.
“Gin Gin Library is the first Council branch library to host the Ocean Interactive space from 5 February – 16 March, which has been designed to help little ones enjoy fun and enriching experiences whilst learning about the ocean and its amazing creatures.”
Cr Learmonth said there was also plenty on offer for the whole family at Gin Gin Library.
“Gin Gin Library hosts a book club for adults on the last Monday of each month from 12.30 pm.
“The Kids’ Book Club on the first Thursday of each month is also quite popular.
“The library also offers a diverse range of physical resources to the Gin Gin community, including books, DVDs, magazines, junior fiction, large print and picture books, as well as the popular seed library.
“Local residents can borrow a book from one of their favourite authors, read a magazine or join in one of the many community events the library facilitates.”
What’s on at the Gin Gin Library
Story Play
Every Monday morning excluding school and public holidays, little library goers aged from birth to five and their families, can enjoy Story Play.
Families can play, laugh, sing, rhyme and listen to stories with their babies and toddlers, helping to nurture their communication, language and social skills.
This initiative is supported by First 5 Forever.
When: Mondays during the school terms from 9.30am
Where: Gin Gin Library – 4 Dear St, Gin Gin
Cost: Free, no bookings are required
Ocean Interactive Space
The Gin Gin Library community will be the first in the region to experience the Ocean Interactive Space, opening on Monday 5 February until Saturday 16 March.
Little ones and their families can experience hands on ocean themed exploration and play whilst enjoy enriching learning about the ocean and its amazing creatures.
This self-guided initiative is supported by First 5 Forever.
When: Monday 5 February – Saturday 16 March
Times: Monday to Friday – 8.15 am to 4.45 pm and Saturday 9 am to 11.30 am
Where: Gin Gin Library – 4 Dear St, Gin Gin
Cost: Free, no bookings are required
Book clubs
The last Monday of each month, the Gin Gin Library hosts a book club for adults, and avid young readers can participate in the Kids’ Book Club sessions on the first Thursday of each month.
Book clubs inspire a deeper level of learning and offer alternative perspectives, whilst fostering a love of literature.
It's a great way for readers to connect and socialise.
Adult Book Club
When: Last Monday of the month – 12.30 pm
Where: Gin Gin Library – 4 Dear St, Gin Gin
Kid’s Book Club
When: First Thursday of each month – 3.15 pm
Where: Gin Gin Library – 4 Dear St, Gin Gin
Contact the Gin Gin Library for more information 4130 4620
School holiday activities
The Gin Gin Library hosts a variety of activities during the school holidays.
More information about the school holiday programs can be found here.
First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
