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Programs and Activities

Design a Library Card Competition

Example of a card design with blobs and stars

Townsville Citylibraries is calling all local artists to get creative and design their very own library card inspired by the theme – My Story of Townsville.

The top 3 winning designs will be printed into limited edition library cards.

For more information, visit the competition page.

Citylibraries Public Holiday Operating Hours

All Townsville Citylibraries branches will be closed on Monday 5 May 2025 for the Labour Day Public Holiday. All branches will reopen on Tuesday 6 May 2025.

While our branches are closed, you can still browse and borrow eAudiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines and online movies.

Visit our eLibrary page to find out more.

Townsville Citylibraries provides programs, activities and services for everyone in the Townsville community including book clubs, Storytime, lectures, computer classes, child development advice and so much more.

Explore the categories below or browse What's On Townsville for more community programs and events.

Programs for Children and Young Adults

We have heaps of fun activities for children including Storytime, Toddler Time, Baby Rhyme Time and school holiday programs. Visit our Children and Young Adults page for more information.

Programs for Adults and Seniors

We provide many programs, activities and services for adults in the Townsville community, including book clubs, history lectures, computer classes, and information services. Visit our Learning and Recreation page for more information.

Community Displays

Citylibraries offer community display spaces to further its goals of lifelong learning and contribute to the cultural and social sharing of information. This includes small displays, exhibitions and promotional and educational material offered by not-for-profit organisations, individuals and groups.

Apply for a free display space at any Citylibraries branch. Exhibition dates are available all year.

Apply now by submitting a Community Displays application form.

For further privacy information please visit our Libraries Collection Notice.

Community Pantry

Citylibraries is a place where everyone is welcome. The Community Pantry is a service that provides food and household items to individuals and families who may be dealing with hunger and food scarcity.

Visit your local Citylibraries to take what you need and contribute what you can.

We encourage donations from individuals and families who have surplus non-perishable food items, sanitary products, and other household essentials.

Items include:

  • canned fruit, vegetables, soup, meat and fish
  • noodles, pasta, and rice
  • dried beans, lentils, quinoa
  • cooking oil
  • pasta, stir-fry and other meal sauces and boxes
  • baked beans and spaghetti
  • powdered or long-life milk
  • flour, dried herbs and spices
  • crackers, nuts and cereal
  • personal hygiene and sanitary items.

The Community Pantry is operational during Citylibraries opening hours at the following locations:

  • Citylibraries Riverway
  • Citylibraries Aitkenvale
  • Citylibraries Flinders Street.