Buggybuddys guide for families in Perth

Learning English Through Storytime (LETS) Term 1 at Dianella Library
2026-02-10 10:30 - 11:30 (Australia/Perth) | Dianella Library – City of Stirling, Waverley Street, Dianella, WA, 6059, Australia
The LETS program assists children and their families to improve and practice English in a fun and educational environment. Each session includes songs and rhymes, stories, and interactive activities designed to develop children’s confidence and school readiness.
Parents and children gain the benefits of improving their spoken English. The LETS program runs for a period of 8 weeks with a different theme each week. Suitable for parents/carers and their children aged 3 – 4 years for whom English is a second language.
Starting Tuesday 10 February, 10.30am – 11.30am.
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Story Time at Cambridge Library
2026-02-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Cambridge Library, 99 The Boulevard, Floreat, WA, 6014, Australia
Story Time fosters a love of reading, encourages socialisation with other children and improves literacy skills through the use of rhymes, songs and stories. Fine motor skills are also improved through craft activities.
A parent or guardian must accompany the child throughout the session.
Story Time is held during the school term only. This is a free event and no bookings are required, just come along!

Toddler Rhymetime (for ages 1 to 2)
2026-02-10 11:00 - 12:00 | City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Half an hour of active songs and rhymes for children 1 to 2 years of age, followed by half an hour of play time.
Develop early literacy, social, and motor skills whilst expending some energy singing and playing together. All levels of English language proficiency are welcome and encouraged. This program is for the general public, for school and day care visits please see the School Visits page.
Tuesdays 11am to 12pm*
*Baby Rhymetime, Toddler Rhymetime and Storytime are not run during school holidays.
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Music Makers Just for Minis (Eden Hill Location)
2026-02-10 11:35 - 12:15 | Mary Crescent & Ivanhoe Street, Mary Crescent, Ivanhoe Street, Eden Hill, WA, 6054, Australia
Music Makers Just for Minis is an engaging craft and music play-based experience for children aged 2- to 5- years old.

Interview Skills Workshop
2026-02-10 13:00 - 15:00 | Perth Jobs and Skills Centre, 30 Aberdeen Street, Perth, WA, 6003, Australia
Join our free workshop to sharpen your interview skills, boost your confidence, and make a lasting impression.

Hilton Afterschool Kids Club
2026-02-10 15:30 - 16:30 | Fremantle PCYC, 34 Paget Street, #2, Hilton, WA, 6163, Australia
Kids of all ages can join in the fun of creating, constructing and challenges with different activities each week that include problem solving and social skills.

Kids Hub CHAMPS Art Program is Back for 2026!
2026-02-10 15:30 - 17:00 | Child and Parent Centre Swan, 574 Cockman Cross, Stratton, WA, 6056, Australia
The Cahoots Hearts and Minds Program (CHAMPs) is a holistic art program, designed to improve children’s mental and emotional health.

Term 1 2026 Course | Exploring Comics with Conjuring Creativity
2026-02-10 15:30 - 17:30 | Atwell House & Gallery, 586 Canning Hwy, Alfred Cove, WA, 6154, Australia
This course guides young comic enthusiasts in creating an original comic, from draft to a finished physical copy, based on the term’s theme.
For students 9+
This after school comic making course guides young comic enthusiasts in creating an original comic, from draft to a finished physical copy, based on the term’s theme.
$240 for 8 weeks
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Coder Dojo
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Victoria Park Library, 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Suitable for 10-17 years old
All children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

Suitable for beginners to advanced. Coding in Scratch.
BYO laptop preferable, however, some laptops are available.
To book your spot, please visit the program calendar. Alternatively, you can phone or visit the library.

Minecraft engineers - Woodvale
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Woodvale Library, 5 Trappers Drive, Woodvale, WA, Australia
Minecraft engineers is a fun weekly club where children use creative mode to build in Minecraft. Come along and build amazing things whilst developing STEM skills.
Sessions run during the school term.
Please note: Children will need to BYO device with Minecraft installed in order to participate.
No cost. Book online for the whole term. Walk-ins will be welcome each week if space allows.
Bookings for term one open on Monday 12 January 2026.

Term 1 Course 2026 | Make, Paint, Create with Bridget Seaton
2026-02-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Atwell House & Gallery, 586 Canning Hwy, Alfred Cove, WA, 6154, Australia
In this fun and friendly art class children get to try out different materials and techniques whilst exploring their creativity.
For younger children aged 6-8 years.
In this fun and friendly art class children get to try out different materials and techniques whilst exploring their creativity.
Tuesdays 4:15pm – 5.45pm
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Maylands Summer Nights
2026-02-10 16:30 - 20:00 | Bardon Park, 18 Fourth Avenue East, Maylands, WA, 6051, Australia
Enjoy mouthwatering cuisines from around the world, live music, face paitning and kids’ activities by the river. There’s no better way to spend summer nights in Maylands.
Maylands Summer Night is a family-friendly food truck event designed to activate public spaces and bring the community together during the summer months. The event will feature a curated selection of gourmet food trucks, live music, and community activities, offering something for all ages.
This event is brought to you by Perth Food Trucks Community and supported by the City of Bayswater.

DevHub Colab - A social coding club
2026-02-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Armadale Public Library, Shop #64 Armadale Central Shopping Centre, 10 Orchard Avenue, Armadale, WA, 6112, Australia
Step Into the Future — Join the Social Coding Movement!
No coding experience? No problem!
Whether you’re curious, creative, or just love working with others, this is your chance to dive in.
Come connect, learn, and build together — because the world is going digital, and you belong in it. Let’s use the power of coding to spark ideas, solve real problems, and make a positive impact in our communities.
From: 25 Nov 2025 to 23 May 2026
When: Every Tuesday (5-7pm) & Saturday (1-3pm)
Venue: Armadale Public Library
Required: Laptop & charger & Enthusiasm
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Bibra Lake Girls/Ladies Only Skateboard Clinic Jam
2026-02-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Bibra Lake Skatepark, Bibra Lake Skatepark, Bibra Lake, WA, 6163, Australia
Beyond Skate are running free Girls/Ladies Only Skateboarding Clinics at Bibra Lake Skatepark this summer. Register now!

BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness
2026-02-11 | Northbridge Centre, 30 Beaufort Street, Perth
BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness arrives in Perth for the first time—after captivating 57 million visitors in 170 cities. Explore real human specimens, interactive features like the Anatomical Mirror, and discover how joy transforms the body. A powerful, inspiring journey through anatomy, emotion, and health that will change how you see yourself—inside and out. Get your tickets today for BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness in Perth!
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Titanic The Human Story
2026-02-11 | Northbridge Centre, 30 Beaufort Street, Perth
Titanic. The Human Story is far more than a display of historic items: it is a unique narrative experience, a tale of the people aboard history’s most legendary ship on its maiden and final journey. Travel back to 1912 through photographs, handwritten letters, wayward keepsakes, and other personal belongings, telling countless stories about fates and heroic deeds on board. As you listen to survivor testimonies on your audio guide, you will have a chance to observe recreated interiors of natural size, witnessing the stark contrast between a lavish first-class suite and a humble third-class cabin. Past and present come together in this emotional journey, a trip through time that brings us closer to the truth of the historic Titanic, where reality is stranger than fiction. Get your tickets now for Titanic. The Human Story in Perth!
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Accordion
2026-02-11 | Elizabeth Quay, The Esplanade, Perth, WA, 6000, Australia
Celebrate summer at Elizabeth Quay with Accordion.
Celebrate summer at Elizabeth Quay with Accordion — a dazzling new light installation featuring six towering archways that burst to life with colour, music and movement, created by the globally acclaimed studio Amigo & Amigo.
Making its WA debut, Accordion invites visitors to wander through a series of luminous archways and play with interactive stepping pads that you can hop, skip or leap across – triggering a ripple of light, colour and sound.
This multi‑sensory experience will transform the Quay into a kaleidoscope of movement and imagination for two magical weeks, starting 7 February with a vibrant opening night event: Kaleidoscope.
Best experienced under the night sky, Accordion still captivates with its graceful form and colour during the day.
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Key Word Signing Classes for Children, Parents & Carers
2026-02-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Victoria Park Library, 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park, WA, 6101, Australia
Signing Hands classes introduce parents, carers and children to the amazing skill of Key Word Signing (KWS) using Auslan.
Debbie will teach you how to bring KWS into your everyday life using toys, puppets, songs, stories and play.
9.15am – 10.00am (ages 0-3 years)
10.15am – 11.00am (ages 0-3 years)
11.15am – 12.00pm (ages 3 year plus)
Last Wednesday of the month (not including December)

Bookings are essential. All children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Rhyme Time
2026-02-11 09:30 - 10:30 | Safety Bay Library, 197 Safety Bay Rd, Safety Bay, WA, 6169, Australia
Interactive sessions with lots of songs, stories and rhymes for you to share with your baby.
Aimed at ages 0 – 2 years. Bookings are not required.
For more information, please contact Safety Bay Library on 9528 8611 or email rockinghamlibraries@rockingham.wa.gov.au.
If you have any specific needs or require accommodations in order to comfortably attend this event, such as visual aids, a quiet space, or accessible seating, please let us know.

Stories at Riverton
2026-02-11 09:30 - 10:30 | Riverton Library, 67 Riley Road, Riverton, WA, 6148, Australia
Read and sing with our talented staff at Canning Libraries in this magical stories session!

Stories at Cannington
2026-02-11 09:30 - 10:30 | Cannington Library, 233 Sevenoaks Street, Cannington, WA, 6107, Australia

First Chapters at Thornlie Library
2026-02-11 09:30 - 10:30 | Thornlie Library, 1 Culross Avenue, Thornlie, WA, 6108, Australia
A warm and friendly library program for new parents and carers with little ones aged 0–12 months.
Each week explores a different topic, with opportunities to:
• Meet other parents and carers
• Hear from inspiring guest speakers
• Share stories and experiences
Join one session or come along to them all — whatever fits your schedule. Connect with other parents, learn something new, and share the stories of your parenting journey.
📅 Weekly on Wednesdays from 11 February to 1 April 2026
🕥 Session time: 9:30am – 10:30am
📍Thornlie Library, 1 Culross Avenue, Thornlie
⚠️ Bookings required (each free ticket includes 1 parent and 1 baby). To book for one or more sessions, please click here,

Session topics
🤝 Building Connection
Wednesday 11 February – Stay and Play: Welcome to First Chapters
Wednesday 18 February – Parent Workshop: Musical Babies with Rebecca Flanagan
Wednesday 25 February – Parent Book Club: Stories That Stay With Us
💛 You Are You and a Parent
Wednesday 4 March – Stay and Play: Sensory Play with Wonder & Bloom
Wednesday 11 March – Parent Workshop: Intro to Baby Massage with Jane Tetley
Wednesday 18 March – Parent Book Club: Me Time Reading
📖 New Chapters
Wednesday 25 March – Stay and Play: Jitter Bug Music
Wednesday 1 April – Parent Book Club: Looking Back, Looking Ahead
Parents, please note that all children 12 years and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for all library programs and events.

Being a Parent
2026-02-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Child and Parent Centre Westminster, 24 Marloo Rd, Westminster, WA, 6061, Australia
Join us for our term 1 parenting program ‘Being a Parent’ (9 weeks).
Call Ngala on 0472 708 232 to book and let them know if you need creche for your child.

Buster | Wednesdays
2026-02-11 09:30 - 11:30 | Walyalup Civic Centre – Fremantle Library, 151 High Street, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Australia
A child-centred program that offers creative and fun opportunities for families to learn and play together.

Join our Buster program every Wednesday of the school term at Walyalup Fremantle Arts Centre.
Our program:

caters for ages 0-5
offers a multi-sensory, hands-on, active and child-centred program
offers creative and fun opportunities for families to learn and play together

Bringing your child to Buster is a great way to introduce educational play to your child in a safe and social environment. As well as incorporating the five key areas of development, Buster also incorporates the childhood principles of Belong, Being and Become.
Every Wednesday during school term | 9.30–11.30am | Free

Rhymetime
2026-02-11 10:00 - 10:30 | Ballajura Public Library, Illawarra Crescent South, Ballajura, WA, 6066, Australia
Introduce your baby to the joy of nursery rhymes and singalongs in the library!
Singing rhymes and songs together is a lovely way to bond with your child and will help them learn to talk, build vocabulary and develop essential listening skills.
Running weekly across all City of Swan Library branches, come along to a Rhymetime with your baby!
Please note that this program is suitable for children aged 0-24 months.
Some sessions may be photographed or streamed live, so please sit at the back if you are not comfortable with yourself or your child being filmed.

Telephone Timeline Hunt
2026-02-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Mandurah Museum, 3 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah, WA, 6210, Australia
Mandurah Museum – Free Family Activity
Win a LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Retro Telephone Set!
Join the fun at Mandurah Museum with the Telephone Timeline Hunt, a family-friendly challenge discovering the history of the telephone.
As you explore the galleries, follow your activity sheet to uncover clues, discover key dates in communication history, and reveal a secret word.
Complete the hunt during your visit to enter the prize draw for a LEGO Creator 3-in-1 Retro Telephone Set.
Plus, experience the engaging exhibition From Morse to Mobile: Celebrating 175 Years of the Telephone which follows the evolution of communication—from early telegraph technology to the mobile era—featuring fascinating artefacts, local stories, and voices from Mandurah’s own telecommunications history.
Enjoy interactive displays, hands-on vintage telephones, and fun activities for children, as you explore how the telephone connected a community and changed the way we live, work, and talk to one another.
Dates: 4 February – 13 March
Open: Tuesday–Friday, 10am–3pm
***Extended Opening Hours***
Open until 4:30pm every Tuesday-Thursday in February, perfect for after-school visits.
Where: Mandurah Museum
Cost: Free
Ages: Suitable for children and families

Prize Draw
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 at 11am

Christine de Grancy's 'A Day with David' | Joondalup Festival 2026
2026-02-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery, 102 Boas Avenue, Joondalup, WA, 6027, Australia
A rare, intimate encounter captured between a music icon and artists in a psychiatric clinic — shown for the first time in WA.
What happens when one of the world’s most iconic artists steps away from the spotlight to spend a quiet day with outsider artists in a psychiatric clinic? Photographer Christine de Grancy was there to capture it, and now, for the first time in Western Australia, we’re bringing these extraordinary images to Joondalup.

On 8 September 1994, David Bowie, accompanied by Brian Eno, André Heller and photographer Christine de Grancy, entered the grounds of the Gugging Psychiatric Clinic near Vienna. This wasn’t a casual photo opportunity. Bowie’s own family history included his half-brother Terry Burns, whose schizophrenia and tragic suicide haunted Bowie’s life and work. At Gugging, he encountered something profound: a community of Art Brut creators, patients who had become internationally recognised artists, including Oswald Tschirtner, Johann Hauser, Johann Garber and August Walla.

DeGrancy captured four rolls of film that day, revealing Bowie absorbed, humble and intent on listening, sketching, sharing coffee and engaging with artists’ stories. This rare, intimate perspective coincided with Bowie’s creative reconnection with Brian Eno, inspiring the iconic 1. Outside album (1995).

Thirty years later, these photographs stand as both cultural history and intimate artistic encounter, a rare glimpse into Bowie’s search for meaning, authenticity and connection beyond the stage.

Presented in collaboration with Santa Monica Art Museum, this exhibition transforms the gallery into a reflective space on creativity, mental health and the power of art to connect worlds. Whether you’re a lifelong Bowie devotee or simply curious about the man behind the legend, this exhibition offers an unprecedented window into a transformative moment in music history.

Bonus family Sundays
Every Sunday during Joondalup Festival (8 March, 15 March and 22 March) we’re hosting FREE drop-in arts and crafts activities for kids, including:

Ziggy Stardust facepainting

Design your own album cover

Design your own pop star cape

Make your own button badge

Exhibition | Creating Meaning
2026-02-11 10:00 - 17:00 | WA
An exhibition by Richmind and other artists, to promote the benefits of art for all our mental health.
Creating Meaning
✰ Opening Event ✰
Sunday, 4 January
2:00pm to 4.00pm
An exhibition by Richmind and other artists, to promote the benefits of art for all our mental health and raise funds for Richmind WA’s Mental Health Services Art Therapy Program, “HeART & Soul”.

Curated by Richmind’s Principal Artist in Residence and “Creative Therapies Coordinator David Giles
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The HeART & Soul art project began as a simple distraction activity created to support people through the Christmas period, a sometimes difficult and isolating time of year. The obvious benefits of meeting in a safe friendly supportive positive and encouraging space to create art, led to the program becoming ongoing and a new focus of Richmind’s recovery approach and brand.

This exhibition celebrates the numerous and profound benefits art can have on our mental health and the amazing diversity of ways people can express themselves creatively to support their wellbeing. The brief for the artists was “What brings meaning to my life?”
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40% of all sales donated to Richmind
Art demos by David Giles at 11.00am on
– Wednesday, 7 January
– Thursday, 8 January
– Friday, 9 January
– Wednesday, 14 January
– Thursday, 15 January
– Friday, 16 January

Painting as Therapy Workshops with David Giles
Sunday, 4 January and Sunday, 11 January

Music Makers Just for Minis (Warwick Location)
2026-02-11 10:05 - 10:45 | Warwick Hall, 12 Dorchester Avenue, Warwick, WA, 6024, Australia

Storytime
2026-02-11 10:30 - 11:00 | Ellenbrook Community Library, 90 Main Street, Ellenbrook, WA, 6069, Australia
Discover stories, rhymes and activities in Storytime. A program for parents and young children to connect with the magic of books and storytelling!
Weekly sessions run across all City of Swan Library branches, with new books and themes each week.
Suitable for children aged 2-5.
Some sessions may be photographed or streamed live, so please sit at the back if you are not comfortable with yourself or your child being filmed.
