Blacktown City Libraries

14/09/2026

The 2026 Mayoral Creative Writing Prize is now closed. ✍️ Thank you to everyone who entered!

Judging will begin soon, and the winners and highly commended writers will be announced at a special ceremony in November.

🎉 This will be an invitation-only event, so please keep an eye out for your invitations in early

Stay tuned - we can’t wait to celebrate our talented local writers!

14/09/2026

Did you know we offer these wonderful services to parents and their children? ✨️👨‍👩‍👧‍👧

Adjusting to new-mum life? You’re not alone! Find your people with these six handy services in Blacktown worth knowing about 🤱🏻

See our New Mum Guide at the link below ⬇️

10/09/2026

🏡 Flashback Friday! This week, we’re looking back at the houses and homes of Blacktown. From days gone by, familiar streets and the places that made our community home. 💙

What memories do these images bring back?

Over the next few weeks, we’re taking a trip down memory lane and highlighting the Blacktown Memories Project, ahead of its launch on Tuesday 22 September at Max Webber Library.

Come along and share some of your photographic memories of Blacktown with us!

10/09/2026

Do you have old photos of Blacktown?

Do you recognise that little bloke in the second row, third from left?

If you have an old photo that shows how our community used to be, we would love to add it to our Blacktown Memories collection.

Come along to Max Webber Library at Blacktown and help the Blacktown & District Historical Society build our memory bank:

📅 Tuesday 22 September
⏰ 9.30 am – 3.30 pm
📍 Max Webber Library, Blacktown

📸 free photo scanning
💾 receive a complimentary digital copy of your images on a USB
🗂 help preserve local history for future generations.

Blacktown City Libraries

10/09/2026

🚨Would you know what to do in an emergency?

Join the Australian Red Cross for a practical session to help you create your own emergency plan and feel more confident preparing for unexpected events.

You’ll learn how to:

📝 build an emergency plan
🎒 pack a survival kit
🏠 prepare your household
💬 talk about your needs and plans with the people around you.

By the end of the session, you’ll have started your own Australian Red Cross Redi-Plan and have practical steps to help you and your household prepare.

📅 Wednesday 30 September 2026
⏰ 10 am – 12 noon
📍 Max Webber Library

🔗 Book your place: https://blacktown-events.bookable.net.au/spring2026knowyourrisk
Western Sydney Health

09/09/2026

🧠How much do you really know about your health? 🤔

Put your knowledge to the test in this fun and interactive trivia session covering:

🥗 healthy habits and nutrition
💪 fitness and movement
🫀 the human body
🩺 common health conditions
🌿 health and wellbeing.

Learn practical tips along the way in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere — and maybe discover something new!

📅 Tuesday 29 September 2026
⏰ 10 am – 11 am
📍 Max Webber Library

🔗 Book your place: https://blacktown-events.bookable.net.au/spring2026quizyourhealth
Western Sydney Health

08/09/2026

If you find standard print books difficult to read, please take a few minutes to complete our short survey and tell us about your reading experience. ⬇️
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/tTkbVfzwKz

08/09/2026

💜 Western Sydney Community Dementia Forum 2026

Join us for a free, informative and supportive event focused on understanding dementia and living well.

Connect with local organisations, discover valuable resources and learn about services and support available for people living with dementia, their families and carers.

The day will include presentations and a community services showcase, covering topics such as:

🧠 understanding dementia
💊 medicines and everyday support
💬 communication and connection in dementia care
❤️ living well with dementia
🏡 aged care facility support
📝 planning ahead and advance care planning.

📅 Thursday 24 September
⏰ 9.30 am – 3.30 pm
📍 Blacktown Workers – The Ballroom

🔗Book your spot: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1596439?

Come along to gain knowledge, ask questions and connect with services that can support you on your journey.
Western Sydney Health

07/09/2026

📸 Your memories are part of Blacktown’s story.

To celebrate 50 years of the Blacktown & District Historical Society, we’re inviting the community to help preserve our local history.

Do you have photographs of:
🏡 Historic homes, shops and landmarks?
🌳 Streetscapes and local landscapes?
🎉 Community events and public spaces?

Bring your photographs along and our team will carefully scan them for inclusion in the Blacktown Memories collection. You'll receive a free high-quality digital copy of your images on a USB as a thank you.

📅 Tuesday 22 September
⏰ 9.30 am – 3.30 pm
📍 Max Webber Library, Blacktown

Help preserve Blacktown’s history for future generations.

Please note: Family portraits and personal studio photographs cannot be accepted. USB drives are provided as a convenience. Customers are responsible for ensuring their own devices and systems are protected with appropriate security software.

06/09/2026

🚨 Are you prepared for the unexpected?

Do you know what emergencies could affect your local area? Join Blacktown City Council's Emergency Management Coordinator for a practical session on preparing for emergencies in Blacktown City.

Using large maps of the Blacktown LGA, you’ll explore local risks such as:

🌧️ flooding
⛈️ storms
🌡️ extreme heat.

You’ll also learn simple steps you can take to prepare yourself, your family and your community.

📅 Wednesday 23 September 2026
⏰ 10 am – noon
📍 Max Webber Library

🔗 Book your place: https://blacktown-events.bookable.net.au/spring2026unexpected
Western Sydney Health