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FEBRUARY 2026
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STAFF PICKS
Back to School with StoryBox Hub
StoryBox have put together the best school-themed stories and activities to assist parents and carers in helping children settle into new school routines, calm first day nerves, and make connections with others. 
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
Lunar New Year Wishing Tree
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Burwood Library by making a wish on our Wishing Tree in the Library Foyer. Write your wish for the coming year and hang them on a tree to express hopes for good fortune, luck, blessings, health and happiness!
Tuesday 17 - Sunday 22 February 
Lunar Lanes: Lunar New Year in Burwood
Burwood Library will be open late for Lunar Lanes! With live music, performances, lion dancing, creative markets, fireworks and kids’ activities - there's something for everyone!
Saturday 21 February | 5:00pm - 10:00pm
The Library That Made Me: LIVE from the State Library
Livestreamed from the State Library, join Bruce Pascoe, Shankari Chandran, Thomas Keneally AO, Grace Karskens and Kate Evans as they reflect on the spaces that have shaped them as readers and writers. Enjoy light refreshments and share your own stories at this special event celebrating reading, creativity and inspiration from libraries. 
Tuesday 24 February | 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Last Saturday Writing Group
Looking for an inspiring space to connect with fellow writers? The Last Saturday Writing Group is your place to write, share ideas, and spark creativity in a relaxed and supportive environment! Bookings essential.
Saturday 28 February | 10:00am - 12:00pm
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租赁权利法律资讯讲座 Tenancy Rights Information Session 
帮助您了解租赁法律的关键要点及作为租客的权利. Understand the key aspects of tenancy laws and your rights as a tenant. This event is for both Mandarin and English speakers. 
Tuesday 3 February | 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Burwood & District Family History Group
Join us on the first Saturday of each month for discussions and research assistance. This month we will be looking at fiche and CDs in the Famiy History group library. No booking required.
Saturday 7 February | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Chinese Games Meetup (Mandarin & Cantonese)
中华游戏聚会
欢迎加入中华游戏聚会！每月第2个周二组织线下活动.
Tuesday 10 February | 10:00am to 12:00pm
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1:1 Aged Care Consulting Service (Mandarin & Cantonese) 對一養老諮詢服務
Burwood 圖書館與澳華養老合作提供一對一諮詢服務, 幫助長者了解並協助申請所需的養老服務.
Tuesday 10 February | 10:00am to 1:00pm
Seniors Book Club
Join us for lively discussions and great reads on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. We will read a collection of short stories and discuss our upcoming book for March.
Wednesday 18 February | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday Social Board Games (16+)
Enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere - no experience needed! Games provided or bring your own. 
Saturdays | 11:00am - 3:30pm

GET CREATIVE
 
2026 Burwood Art Prize submissions are now open!
The 2026 Burwood Art Prize submissions are open until Monday 16 March, inviting Sydney-based artists to respond to this year’s theme I AM HERE, with a $20,000 acquisitive award. 
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Generations: An Open Mic Night! 
A new monthly open mic night in the Community Hub that fosters creative interconnectedness across generations. 
All voices. All forms. Come share what you carry and hear what others bring. 
Thursday 12 February | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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#OurBurwood Social Media Competition
Capture the moments, places and people that make Burwood unique and win one of three $100 VISA Prepaid Gift Cards!
1. Take a photo that reflects the Burwood local area
2. Share on Facebook or Instagram
3. Include the hashtag #OurBurwood and tag @BurwoodLibrary in your caption
Closes Wednesday 25 February. 
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Voices of Insight: Art that speaks truth
Illuminating stories of strength and resilience, this art exhibition features works from the Insight Exchange project. Artworks are informed by participants with lived experience of domestic violence and developed by collaborating artist Louise Whelan.
Thursday 5 February - 31 March in the Community Hub
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Cut-up! Film Course
Join us for a one-day experimental and documentary film course for emerging and established filmmakers. Learn filmmaking skills through guided practical exercises, collaboration and exploration!
Saturday 7 February | 11:00am - 3:30pm
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Chinese Painting to celebrate Year of the Fire Horse 中国画：迎接火马年
Master artist and calligrapher Songshi Li will demonstrate how to write Chinese calligraphy couplets to bring good luck and blessings in the Year of the Fire Horse. 
Thursday 19 February | 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Seniors Creative Club: Twine Sun Coasters
Create charming coasters for summer using twine and simple weaving techniques. A relaxing, hands-on craft session perfect for beginners. Take home a bright, practical piece to enjoy or gift.
Friday 27 February | 10:00am - 12:00pm
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The Makers Circle
Drop in for fun discussions, knowledge sharing, and hands-on crafting! All materials provided - join the group textile projects or BYO craft activity. No booking required.
Tuesdays | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Sketch Social
Sketch and connect with others at our weekly drawing hangout! Drop in to the Hub for a communal doodle table, illustration prompts, and art tips. All skill levels welcome.
Saturdays | 12:30pm - 3:00pm
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TECHNOLOGY
手机/平板电脑应用协助
1-1 Tech Assist in Mandarin and Cantonese
⼀对⼀⾯⻅服务帮，助华裔移民解决一些使用手机等电子设备时遇到的简单问题
Call 9789 4587 to book.
Thursdays  | 9:30am ‒ 12:30pm 
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1:1 Tech Help
Learn how to navigate your phone, tablet or computer at our monthly Tech Help 1:1 learning sessions. Work at your own pace with our friendly staff to have your questions answered! Call or email Burwood Library to book.
Friday 6 February | 9:00am - 1:00pm
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KIDS AND FAMILIES
Burwood Babies and Toddler Time are back!
Burwood Babies (for 6 - 18 months of age) will be starting up for Term 1 on Tuesday 10 February, and Toddler Time (for 18 months to 3 years) will be starting on Wednesday 1 February.
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Kids Creative Club: Felt Fruit Coasters (ages 9-12)
Get creative making colourful fruit-themed coasters from felt. A fun, hands-on craft session where imagination meets practical skills. Take home your own bright, summer creations!
Saturday 28 February | 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Burwood Brick Builders (6+)
Join Burwood Brick Builders - an afterschool Lego building for primary school children held once a month! No booking required.
Wednesday 4 February | 3:15pm - 4:15pm
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STEAM Club
Explore, create and play while building foundational skills in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Maths!
Junior STEAM Club (5 - 8 year olds) Thursday 19 February
Kids STEAM Club (9 - 12 year olds) Thursday 26 February
3:30pm - 4:45pm
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Burwood Mobile Playvan
Burwood’s Mobile Playvan is returning for 2026! Come and join us for free fun at our play group during Term 1. 
We are Woodstock Park on Mondays, Wangal Park on Tuesdays, Henley Park on Wednesdays and Burwood Park on Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm.
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1000 Books Before School 
Sign up to Burwood Library’s exciting early learning program for children 0 - 5. Read 1000 books, spark a love of reading and collect rewards on the way! 
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Burwood Council acknowledges the Wangal Peoples as the traditional custodians of the area. We pay our respects to their elders past and present. We acknowledge and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and ongoing relationship with the land.

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