Spring School Holiday Program
22 September to 3 October 2025
We're springing into the School Holidays with two action-packed weeks of fun, free activities! Plant your own seedings, build with real woodworking tools, or get moving with a K-POP dance class. Plus printing, painting, paper crafts and more! We're bringing back our ever-popular chess tournaments and, of course, our friends from the Western BACE STEM Squad will join us with a range of tech gadgets and challenges for all ages.
Bookings for all programs will open at 9am on Monday 15 September
You can make a booking:
Bookings are required for all programs unless otherwise specified. If your chosen program is fully booked, you can add your name to the waitlist.
Adult supervision is required at all programs for children under 12 years old.
Activities and Programs
For Young Kids
Electric Avenue: Build, Test, Race (ages 9 to 12)
Design, build, and race your own electric car using real motors, switches, and battery packs.
Monday 22 September and Tuesday 23 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am, last session begins at 12.15pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Multi-level Coding Jam (ages 8 to 15)
From curious beginners to confident coders, we have coding sessions for all ages and abilities. Grow your skills, and spark creativity through games, animations, and interactive stories.
Monday 22 September to Thursday 25 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
45-minute sessions will run throughout the day
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Mini Bot Mega Mission (ages 5 to 8)
Take control of a tiny robot and guide it through big challenges! Using colours, codes, and creativity, you’ll program your mini bot to navigate mazes, complete tasks, and conquer missions.
Monday 22 September and Wednesday 24 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
45-minute sessions will run throughout the day
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Mission Code Spark (ages 8 to 12)
Explore the magic of microcontrollers with the mighty Micro:bit! Code, create, and control mini projects that light up, beep, and react to your commands.
Monday 22 September and Tuesday 23 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am, last session begins at 12.15pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Check Mates Chess Tournament (ages 7 to 14)
Test your chess skills against other local players in a friendly, non-elimination tournament. Players of all levels are welcome.
Monday 22 September, 10.30am to 12.30pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Monday 29 September, 10.30m to 12.30pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Mission Red Horizon (ages 9 to 15)
Come on an epic space adventure and pilot your way through the galaxy in our ultra-realistic Space Flight Simulator. Can you land safely and complete your mission?
Monday 22 September and Tuesday 23 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
45-minute sessions begin at 2pm, 2.45pm and 3.30pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Bridge Builder Showdown (ages 9 to 15)
For budding engineers! Your mission: design and build the ultimate bridge using everyday materials. Will it stand strong, or crumble under pressure?
Monday 22 September and Tuesday 23 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
45-minute sessions begin at 2pm, 2.45pm and 3.30pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Tallest Tower Challenge (ages 5 to 8)
Using only paper and tape, build the tallest free-standing tower possible. Can your tower hold a mystery object without toppling?
Tuesday 23 September and Thursday 25 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
45-minute sessions will run throughout the day
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Mini Bridge (ages 8 to 14)
Learn how to play one of the most popular card games in the world! Put your memory and problem solving skills to the test, and see if you can become a bridge master! Learn from the best with leader of the Melton Bridge Club, Rosemary Hare.
Tuesday 23 September, 10am to 12pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Wednesday 24 September, 1pm to 3pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
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K-POP Dance Class (ages 12 to 16)
Get moving with a beginner-friendly dance class celebrating the glitz and glamour of K-POP! All dancing abilities welcome.
Tuesday 23 September, 2pm to 3pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Presented by ELS School of Dance.
Make a 3D Tree (ages 5 to 12)
Which season is your favourite? Celebrate them all with this fun paper craft, and create a spectacular 3D tree that you can show off all year round.
Tuesday 23 September, 2pm to 3.15pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Friday 3 October, 11am to 12.15pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Mission Glow Motion (ages 8 to 12)
Make your own lava lamp! In this bubbly, hands-on experiment, you’ll explore density and chemical reactions while making mesmerising liquid motion you can take home.
Wednesday 24 September and Thursday 25 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am, last session begins at 12.15pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
LEGO Masters (ages 9 to 15)
Bring your ideas to life with LEGO in this fast-paced, hands-on challenge. From wild inventions to epic structures, you’ll have limited time to design, build, and wow the crowd.
Wednesday 24 September and Thursday 25 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Sessions run every 45 minutes from 10am, last session begins at 12.15pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Laser Cut Jigsaw Puzzles (ages 14 to 18)
Watch and learn our Emblaser machine creates a custom puzzle just for you.
Wednesday 24 September, 11am to 12.30pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Little Sprouts Growing Experience (ages 3 to 12)
Learn all about plants through hands-on sensory play, movement and music! You will even get your very own seedling to take home.
Wednesday 24 September, 11am to 12pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Thursday 2 October, 11am to 12pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Presented by Little Sprouts.
Createch Challenge (ages 9 to 15)
Think it, build it, and make it awesome! Design, code, and craft cool projects that show off your big ideas. Mix imagination with digital tools and see just how far your creativity can go!
Wednesday 24 September and Thursday 25 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
45-minute sessions begin at 2pm, 2.45pm and 3.30pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Paper Rockets: Ready, Aim, Launch! (ages 10 to 15)
Design, build, and launch a paper rocket! Explore the science of flight, test different designs, and see how far your creation can fly.
Wednesday 24 September and Thursday 25 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
45-minute sessions begin at 2pm, 2.45pm and 3.30pm
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Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
STEM Discovery Zone (ages 9+)
Step into our ultimate tech playground! Tinker, test, and create at your own pace, no rules, no rush. From coding puzzles to creative experiments, every activity is an invitation to play, learn, and unleash your inner innovator.
Monday 22 September to Thursday 25 September, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Drop in any time from 10am to 1pm, or 2pm to 4pm
Bookings are not required. Learn more
Presented by the Western BACE STEM Squad.
Nature Printing (ages 12 to 18)
Capture the beauty of nature using gel printing plates! Create a beautiful artwork featuring imprints of your favourite plants, leaves and flowers. No previous artistic experience required.
Thursday 25 September, 11am to 12.30pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Wednesday 1 October, 1pm to 2.30pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
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Balancing Birds (ages 5 to 12)
Learn about weight, balance and gravity as we cut and colour a beautiful balancing bird.
Monday 29 September, 2pm to 3pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
Tuesday 30 September, 11am to 12pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
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Craftpower: Fun with Woodworking (ages 6 to 13)
Build your own wooden vehicle using real-life tools in this fun and kid-safe introduction to woodwork.
Wednesday 1 October, 10.15am to 12pm, Caroline Springs Library & Learning Hub
Wednesday 1 October, 2pm to 3.45pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
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Presented by Craftpower.
Terracotta Pot Painting (ages 12 to 18)
Paint a terracotta pot with your own unique design, and make a happy home for a new plant to thrive in. This fun craft makes the perfect DIY gift for a loved one, or just for yourself!
Friday 3 October, 2pm to 3pm, Melton Library & Learning Hub
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Frequently asked questions
My child is outside of the age limit for a program. Can they still join in?
We’ve done our best to include a range of activities for kids of all ages. Some events have an age limit to ensure that everyone gets the most out of our programs. We may not be able to accommodate children that are under the program age limit.
The activity I want to do is booked out. What can I do?
We understand this can be disappointing when this happens. If the program you are interested in is fully booked, you can add your name to the waiting list. We will contact you if there is a cancellation.
Do I need to supervise my child during the program?
We ask that a parent or guardian stays with all children aged 12 and under. Library staff are not able to supervise young children.
Can I cancel a booking?
Things happen! We understand. If you have booked a place at one of our programs but can no longer attend, please contact us so that we can offer your place to someone else.
I am running late for my event. What should I do?
If you are running late, we will hold your booking for 10 minutes*. After this time, we will offer your place to the next person on the waitlist.
*Unfortunately, we cannot hold bookings for Western BACE programs.