COVID19
COVID-19 Update
The information on this page is subject to change and may not be correct during this unpreceded health event.
Our COVID-19 information area details all impacts to Council services, facilities and programs as well as the local response to coronavirus. Please go to this area of our website to view current changes relating to Council’s waste management services and facilities.
Council’s priority during the evolving situation of COVID is the health and safety of staff and the community. Essential services are still being delivered in line with Public Health Orders. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we all navigate these difficult circumstances.
Please refer to NSW Health for full details on the Public Health Orders. For the latest NSW Government updates, alerts and restrictions about COVID, please visit the NSW Government’s information hub.
Pre-school Age Programs
Babytime
Babytime is a special program of songs, rhymes and simple stories for infants aged from 0 to 24 months. It provides a fun session of songs, rhymes and a chance to read with your baby.
Library | Day | Time |
| Erina Library | Wednesday | 9.45am |
| Gosford Library | Wednesday | 9.45am |
| Kincumber Library | Thursday | 9.45am |
| Toukley Library | Tuesday | 9.45am |
Toddlertime
Toddlertime aims to develop language, literacy and numeracy skills for children aged 2-3 years as well as help parents better engage with their children through songs, stories and activities.
Library | Day | Time |
| Lake Haven Library | Wednesday | 9.45am |
| Tuggerah Library | Friday | 10:45am |
Storytime
Storytime encourages a love of reading and creativity for preschool children aged 3-5 years using stories, songs and a fun craft activity.
Library | Day | Time |
Bateau Bay Library | Wednesday | 11:00am |
Erina Library | Tuesday | 10.45am |
Gosford Library | Wednesday | 10:45am |
Kariong Library | Tuesday | 10.45am |
Kincumber Library | Wednesday | 10:45am |
Lake Haven Library | Wednesday | 11:00am |
Toukley Library | Tuesday | 11:00am |
Tuggerah Library | Thursday | 10:45am |
Umina Library | Tuesday | 10.45am |
Woy Woy Library | Wednesday | 10:45am |
Online activities, Events and Resources
Storytime Online
Every Monday and Wednesday at 10.45am our Children’s and Youth team will be live online via Zoom to share stories, songs and activities.
Book online and we will send you the Zoom link to join. Alternatively send an email to children&youth@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au and we will send you the link.
Story Box Library
Storytime? Anytime!
Enjoy your Favourite stories read by a diverse range of storytellers - sportspeople, musicians, grandparents, teenagers, comedians, actors, with varying accents and from different cultures.
Login by selecting Central Coast Library Service and entering your library card number. Not a member? Join online for instant access Story Box Library.
Pre-recorded Storytime Sessions on YouTube
Discover a range of recorded Storytime sessions on the Council’s Coast Connect YouTube channel for you to enjoy with your child whilst staying home. Best of all, if they really love a story, you can replay it as much as you like. Discover a wide range of diverse stories from our Children’s and Youth Library team as well as Council’s Environmental Education and Community Education teams. You can also view filmed events and programs ranging from magic shows and animal encounters through to STEAM challenges.
Online Fun
Visit our eLibrary to access online fun for children including - Parker Platypus stories, MIT Scratch Coding, as well as eBooks and eAudiobooks for children.
Children @ your library Facebook Group
Join our private Children @ your library Facebook group and stay up-to-date with the latest events and information. Agree to our group rules to access this popular group focussing on children’s resources, events and activities.
Bookblasts
Join us for some chats about what you are reading, watching or listening to. This Bookclub, especially for primary school aged children, usually meets at Erina Library but has moved online whilst the libraries are closed due to lockdown.
If you would like to join in please email children&youth@centralcoast.nsw.gov.au and we will send you the Zoom link and meeting details.
Events
To find out what’s coming up on the library calendar visit our What’s On page.
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