School holidays are almost upon us and Central Coast Council’s libraries have plenty of fun educational activities to keep the kids entertained.

Highlights of this year’s activities include a workshop on 3D Printing and Design, a Japanese ghost show and a workshop on how to prepare for the HSC.

Council’s Library Services Section Manager, Ms Andrea Edwards, said there was an array of events on offer catering to children as young as three as well as tween and young adult interests.

“We have everything from a 3D print and design workshop and computer game workshops to music sessions where children can learn to play the ukulele and dance the samba,” Ms Edwards said.

“If previous holiday sessions are anything to go by these events are sure to book out quickly, so I’d encourage interested parents to book in as soon as possible!

“These holidays we are offering discounted prices for our members for select events.”

“Simply visit any one of our branches to join in person or visit our website to join online anywhere, anytime.”

Participants for the 3D Printing and Design workshop on 17 January at 10am at Blue Haven Community Centre need to create a Tinkercard before the workshop and bring their own laptops that can connect to WiFi.

Led by Howard Wood from 3D Printing Studios, the workshop includes learning about the different technologies used for the 3D printing process and designing a pen that will be posted to participants after the workshop.

Sean Murphy’s Ghost Jam Comedy Show was very well received when it was premiered at the Sydney Fringe Festival in September, and he will be premiering it on the Coast on 24 January at 2pm at Tuggerah Library.

This free event is based on traditional Japanese ghost stories that most people have not heard before and has some fun and scary moments that will delight kids and adults alike. It also has some comical moments.

Other events include Villain and Superhero Storytime; Saga of Heroes; HSC Ready, Set, Go!; Boy Power; Bush poet Peter Mace; Brick 4 Kids Christmas Card Making and several music workshops by professional community musician Tom Harding.

Visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au for the full list of school holiday events, including locations, times and costs or to become a member online.  Bookings are essential for all events and can be made by contacting the participating library.

Council libraries will be closed from Friday 23 December and reopen on Tuesday 3 January.