Libraries around the Ryde area (and all over!) are doing a wonderful job of bringing the community together through regular story time sessions. They provide a perfect setting for young children to explore the world of books, learn new things, and make new friends. Here’s our guide to all the story times sessions at local libraries You and your little one are sure to have a lovely time.
Sessions are FREE to attend and typically do not require a booking but it’s always a good idea to check the website before visiting in case things have changed!
Ryde Library
1 Pope St, Ryde
Tuesday: Rhyme Time at 10:30am – 11am, Age 0 – 3 years
Wednesday: Rhyme Time at 10:30am – 11am Age 0 – 3 years
Thursday: Story Time at 10:30am – 11:30am, Age 3 years+
West Ryde Library
2 Graf Ave, West Ryde
Wednesday: Rhyme Time at 10:30am – 11:00am, Age 0 – 3 years
Friday: Rhyme Time at 10:30am – 11:00am, Age 0 – 3 years
Bilingual Rhymetime:
- Mandarin on the last Friday of the month
- Korean every second month
Gladesville Library
6 Pittwater Rd, Gladesville
Friday:
- Rhyme Time at 9:30am – 10:00am (all ages)
- Rhyme Time at 10:15am – 10:45am (all ages)
Eastwood Library
Cnr Hillview Road and West Parade
Wednesday: Rhyme Time at 10:30am – 11:00am, Age 0 – 3 years
Friday: Rhyme Time at 10:30am – 11:00am, Age 0 – 3 years
Thursday:
- Story Time at 10:30am – 11:30am, Age 3 years+
- Bilingual Story Time (Mandarin/English) on the first Thursday of the month
North Ryde Library
201 Coxs Rd, North Ryde
Monday: Rhyme Time at 2:00pm – 2:30pm, Age 0 – 3 years
Tuesday: Rhyme Time at 10:30am – 11:00am, Age 0 – 3 years
Thursday:
- Story Time at 10:30am – 11:30am
- Bilingual Story Time (Mandarin/English) on the last Thursday of the month
Saturday: Stories and Play (all ages) at 11:00am
AUSLAN and Inclusive sessions: Book online
Lane Cove Library
139A Longueville Rd, Lane Cove
Tuesdays: Baby Bounce at 11:00am – 11:30am, Age 0 – 3 years
Thursday: Storytime at 11:00am – 11:30am, Age 3 years +
PHIVE Parramatta Library
5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta
Monday:
- Storytime (Auslan Interpreted) at 1:30pm – 2:00pm. Age: 0 – 5 years
- Pyjama Storytime (First Monday of the month) at 6:30pm – 7:00pm. Age: 0 – 8 years
- Family Storytime at 10:30am – 11:00am. Age: 3 – 5 years
Tuesday: Toddler Time at 10:30am – 11:00am. Age: 18 months – 3 years
Wednesday: Bibs n Books at 10:30am – 11:00am. Age: 0 – 2 years
Thursday: Bibs n Books at 2:00pm – 2:30pm. Age: 0 – 2 years
Friday: Storytime at 10:30am – 11:00am. Age: 3 – 5 years
Saturday & Sunday: Family Storytime at 10:30am – 11:00am. Age: All ages
Hunters Hill Library
The Yarn – 64 Gladesville Rd, Hunters Hill
Wednesday: Storytime at 11:00am – 11:30am, Age 3 years +
Friday: Baby Bounce at 11:00am – 11:30am, Age 0 – 3 years
Epping Library
Chambers Ct, Epping
Tuesday: Story Time at 10:30am – 11:00am, age: 3 – 5 years
Wednesday: Bibs n Books at 10:30am – 11:00am, age: 0 – 2 years
Friday: Story Time at 10:30am – 11:00am, age: 3 – 5 years
Last Friday of the month: Bilingual Story Time (English and Mandarin) 10:30am – 11:00am, age: 3 – 5 years
Why Attend Story Time?
Story time sessions are more than just an opportunity to hear a good tale – they’re a critical part of early childhood development. By attending these sessions, children:
- Develop Literacy Skills: Listening to stories helps children understand the structure of language and builds their vocabulary.
- Enhance Social Skills: Story time provides a space for children to interact with peers and adults, fostering social connections and confidence.
- Spark Imagination: Engaging stories ignite creativity and imagination, encouraging kids to think outside the box.
- Create a Love for Reading: Regular exposure to books and storytelling fosters a lifelong love of reading.
