Blacktown City Libraries

14/06/2026

⚠️ Our Mobile Library vehicle will undergo a scheduled service between Monday 22 June and Saturday 27 June.

We anticipate normal services will resume on Monday 29 June.

11/06/2026

This week, we're celebrating the UN International Day of Play (11 June) with a look back at some of Blacktown City's favourite places to play.

From playgrounds and skate parks to splashing fun at Wet'n'Wild (now Raging Waters Sydney), these images capture the joy, adventure and community spirit that play brings to people of all ages.

Do you recognise any of these places? Share your memories in the comments below!
Blacktown City Council

11/06/2026

🇵🇭 Mabuhay!

Today, we celebrate Philippine Independence Day and recognise the rich culture, language, and vibrant stories of our local Filipino community.

Whether you're a fluent Filipino speaker or just beginning your language-learning journey, our library has resources to help you connect, learn and explore.

📚 What you can discover:
• Filipino-language collections including adult fiction, non-fiction, DVDs and children's books
• Transparent Language Online – learn Filipino for free with your library card
• LOTE4Kids – enjoy bilingual English and Filipino digital storybooks for children

Join us in celebrating Philippine Independence Day by visiting us to read, learn and explore Filipino culture.

Browse our Filipino collection today ⬇️ https://blacktown.spydus.com/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/OPAC/BIBENQ?QRY=LANG:%20PHI&SORTS=DTE.DATE1.DESC

10/06/2026

📐 Preparation for the Mathematics Standard 2 HSC Examination

Build confidence and sharpen your exam skills in this focused revision session, presented by experienced mathematics educator John Ley.

📅 Wednesday 24 June
🕠 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm
📍Max Webber Library

John has served as Head Teacher of Mathematics, Assistant Principal, Acting Principal, and was a member of the committee setting HSC examinations for three years. He is an experienced HSC Senior Marker, Lead Author of the Insight Mathematics textbook series, and currently teaches pre-service teachers at Western Sydney University.

In this session, you will learn:
• Revision of key Mathematics Standard 2 modules.
• Strategies for tackling more challenging exam questions.
• What HSC markers are looking for in your responses.

A valuable opportunity to revise key content and strengthen your exam technique ahead of the HSC

Book your spot ⬇️
mathsstandardbcl2026.eventbrite.com.au

09/06/2026

We proudly celebrated National Volunteer Week and recognised the incredible volunteers who generously share their time, skills and kindness with our Library community.

To acknowledge their valuable contribution, we were delighted to present our volunteers with a special 'Volunteers 2026 – Your Year to Volunteer' pin.

Thank you to all our volunteers for the positive difference you make every day. Your dedication, generosity and community spirit help make our libraries welcoming, vibrant places for everyone. 💙

Learn more about volunteering here ⬇️ https://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/get-involved/nationalvolunteerweek/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

09/06/2026

📊 HSC Business Studies Lecture – Review • Rethink • Reload

Get exam-ready with expert guidance in this focused revision session, presented by experienced educator Len Nixon.

📅 Tuesday 23 June
🕠 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm
📍Max Webber Library

Len Nixon is an Economics and Business Studies Method Lecturer and author of Business Studies textbooks, bringing deep insight into syllabus content and exam expectations.

In this session, you will learn:

• Key content from the HSC Business Studies modules.
• Practical strategies to help improve your marks.
• What HSC markers are looking for in strong responses.

A valuable opportunity to review key concepts, rethink your approach, and reload your exam confidence before the HSC.

Book your spot ⬇️
hscbusinessbcl2026.eventbrite.com.au

09/06/2026

Grab your colouring competition entry from any our Library branches!

🎨🌳 COOL SUBURBS COLOURING COMPETITION 🌞

To celebrate World Environment Day 2026 and Blacktown's participation in the UNEP 50 Cities / 50 Degrees program, we're inviting local children aged 4 –12 years to help imagine cooler, greener and more climate-resilient suburbs.

Want to enter?
Colour in the “Cool Suburbs” colouring sheet OR create your own drawing.

📚 Pick up a copy of the ‘Cool Suburbs’ colouring sheet from your local Blacktown City Council library or
⬇️ Download it from the Council website here: https://www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Events-and-activities/World-Environment-Day-2026-cool-suburbs-colouring-competition

🏆 Great prizes to be won across three age categories.

Get your entries in by 4pm on Wednesday 17 June 2026!
📚 Put your entry in the Cool Suburbs entry box at your local Blacktown City Council library, or
📧 Email [email protected]

Show us your ideas for keeping Blacktown cool!

05/06/2026

🇷🇺📚 Did you know that 6 June is Russian Language Day?

As part of our commitment to celebrating global cultures and supporting our diverse community collections, Blacktown City Libraries is proud to recognise Russian Language Day.

The day marks the birthday of Alexander Pushkin, widely regarded as the father of modern Russian literature and one of Russia’s greatest writers.

Whether you're a native Russian speaker or simply curious to learn something new, your local library can help you explore the language and culture through:

📖 Russian-language collections
Discover adult fiction, non-fiction and children's books for readers of all ages.

💻 Online language learning
Use your library card to access Transparent Language Online and LOTE4Kids, where you can learn Russian and enjoy bilingual English-Russian stories.

Visit your local library to explore, learn and celebrate the richness of our shared global heritage.

Learn more about Russian Language Day: https://www.un.org/en/observances/russian-language-day

04/06/2026

to some landscapes of Blacktown. Can you take a guess where these photographs were taken?

Answers will be added to captions on Monday 8 June 🙂
Blacktown City Council

03/06/2026

🧬📚 HSC Biology Revision

Strengthen your understanding and boost your exam confidence in this focused revision session, presented by experienced educator Vicki Maggs (BSc Ed, MEd).

📅 Wednesday 17 June
🕠 5.30 pm – 7.30 pm
📍Max Webber Library

Vicki is a Head Science Teacher and former HSC Senior Biology marker, bringing valuable insight into how to approach exam responses effectively.

In this session, you will learn:
• Tips to help you construct clear, high-scoring responses.
• Easy-to-understand explanations of key Biology modules.
• What HSC markers are looking for in your answers.

A great opportunity to revise key concepts and improve exam technique ahead of your HSC exams.

Book your spot ⬇️
biologybcl2026.eventbrite.com.au