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DECEMBER 2025
Burwood Library will be closing at 4:45pm on Wednesday 24 December and reopen on Monday 5 January 2026 for the holiday break. 
 
No items will be due back between Thursday 25 December and Monday 5 January. 
 
Can I pick up or return books when Burwood Library is closed?
Yes, you can pick up reservations and return items any time with the Unity Place locker! Choose Unity Place Locker as your pickup location when placing reservations, and scan your card at the locker to collect or return books and DVD’s.

COMMUNITY EVENTS
Saturday Social Board Games (16+)
Enjoy some friendly competition in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere - no experience needed! Games provided or bring your own. Hosted by Steve Dee of @tinstargames. No booking required.
Saturdays | 11:00am - 3:30pm
圣诞花环工作坊 Christmas Wreath Making Workshop (Mandarin)
欢迎参加圣诞花环工作坊，亲手制作属于您自己的节日装饰！
Thursday 4 December | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Book here
How To Become A Scientist
Are you curious about a career in science? Join Dr. Yi Jin Liew, a Senior Research Scientist at CSIRO as he talks about his journey to becoming a scientist.
Thursday 4 December | 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Book here
疫苗接种社区座谈会 Immunisation Community Consultation (Mandarin)
分享您的想法，帮助我们让疫苗信息对社区居⺠更有⽤！
Friday 5 December | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Book here
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 9 December | 10:00am to 12:00pm
Book here
Seniors Book Club
Wednesday 17 December | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Join us for lively discussions and great reads on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. The book for December is Stacia M. Brown's debut novel ‘Accidents of Providence.’
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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.
Thursdays | 9:30am ‒ 12:30pm 
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Staying Safe Online Seminar
Join us for a free Staying Safe Online seminar with CommBank Burwood Rd Branch. Learn how to spot scams, protect your personal information, create secure passwords, and safely access digital services.
Tuesday 2 December | 10:00am - 11:00am
Book here
Be Connected: 
Apps for Smarter Travel
Learn top tips about your iPhone, iPad or Android device to be more independent and connect with others! Join us for a live stream presentation and discussion to discover useful apps for planning a holiday and travel.
Tuesday 18 November | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Book here
Computer Tech Savvy Class
Increase your computer skills and build confidence to help with studies, the workplace and social connections. 
Call MTC FutureReady on (02) 4728 5861 for more information.
Thursdays and Fridays until 19 December
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GET CREATIVE
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 Society
Sketch and connect with others at our new weekly drawing hangout! 
Drop in to the Hub for a communal doodle table, illustration prompts, and art tips. All skill levels welcome – bring your own masterpiece or scribble on the spot!
Saturdays in the Hub | 12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Art Exhibition: Burwood Girls High School
(Years 7-11)
Celebrate student talent at the annual Burwood Girls High School Art Exhibition! See drawings, paintings, and mixed media expressing powerful ideas. The exhibition will be open during regular library hours until Sunday 1 February 2026.
Launch: Friday 5 December
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Digital Studio Hire
Ever wanted to record a song or podcast, dabble in digital art, or try your hand at photo and video editing? The Digital Studio in the Community Hub contains a range of digital and physical tools to bring your music, photography, videography, and digital art ideas to life!
Details and bookings
KIDS AND FAMILIES
Burwood Brick Builders
Join Burwood Brick Builders - an afterschool Lego building for primary school children held once a month! No booking required.
Wednesday 3 December | 3:15pm - 4:15pm
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1000 Books Before School 
Sign up to Burwood Library’s exciting early new learning program for children 0 - 5. Read 1000 books, spark a love of reading and collect rewards on the way! 
Register here
These summer school holidays, encourage kids to join the Big Summer Read and discover new stories, adventures and travel through books!
Registration opens on 1 December through ReadBooks
Register here
Your favourite stories anytime!
Watch your favourite kids books read aloud by wonderful storytellers! Listen and read along all through the summer holidays - sign up online with your Burwood Library membership at the StoryBox Hub. 
StoryBox Hub sign up
Download our monthly events calendar here
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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.

Burwood Library | 2 Conder Street Burwood NSW 2134 | (02) 9911 9999 | library@burwood.nsw.gov.au