	{"id":18871,"date":"2026-05-01T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/mtgambiertimes\/?p=18871"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:17:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T04:17:10","slug":"library-hosting-families-after-dark","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/mtgambiertimes\/news\/library-hosting-families-after-dark\/","title":{"rendered":"Library hosting families after dark"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>MOUNT Gambier Library will open after hours to host a special Family Night celebrating National Families Week on Thursday, May 14, from 5.30pm to 7pm.<\/p>\n<p>The free, drop\u2013in event will showcase the library as a welcoming community space, with activities designed to bring families together through play, creativity and connection. Families can enjoy games, LEGO, Minecraft, playgroup activities, a Bunnings activity table, balloon animals and glitter tattoos, with catering also provided. Families will also receive take home packs to continue the fun and connection at home.<\/p>\n<p>Team leader children\u2019s and youth services Erin Jones said the event celebrates the diversity and importance of families in the community.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFamily Night at the library is about creating a welcoming, inclusive space where families can relax, have fun and make positive memories together,&#8221; Mrs Jones said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cLibraries are places for learning, but they\u2019re also places for connection. Events like this help strengthen relationships and remind families that the library is a space designed for them.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Families are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy all activities. For more information, follow Mount Gambier Library on social media or call 8721 2540.<\/p>\n<p>The event is supported by the OneFortyOne Community Grants Program.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MOUNT Gambier Library will open after hours to host a special Family Night celebrating National Families Week on Thursday, May 14, from 5.30pm to 7pm. The free, drop\u2013in event will showcase the library as a welcoming community space, with activities designed to bring families together through play, creativity and connection. 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