What's on at the Library

Public Holiday Closure - Monday 5 October

All Hornsby Shire Libraries, will be closed for the Labour Day public holiday on Monday 5 October, 2026. Book chutes will remain open. Normal Library opening hours will resume on Tuesday 6 October, 2026.

Quiet hour at Hornsby Library – every Friday from 10am-11am

Hornsby Library hosts a quiet hour each Friday from 10am-11am. The aim is to create a low sensory, peaceful setting and it is part of our commitment to making the library accessible to everyone.

Library events

Find author talks, school holiday activities, financial seminars, local history talks and more on our events calendar.

Justices of the Peace

Volunteer JPs are provided as a free service at Hornsby and Pennant Hills libraries.

Programs for Preschoolers

Hornsby Shire’s libraries offer free weekly activities for preschool children of various ages during school term. It’s never too soon to introduce your child to the magic of books.

Hornsby Shire Family History Group

Bringing people together to share family history resources and information.

Weekly knitting groups

Make new friends and engage your creative side, all while helping needy people around the world.

Lifeline Connect

Free face-to-face mental health support

September/October School Holidays

Hornsby Shire Libraries will be hosting a variety of exciting activities over the school holidays for children and teens.

Community Connections at Hornsby Library

Community Connections @ Hornsby Library offers relaxed, drop in sessions where you can meet local community service providers in a friendly, welcoming space.