Events at Central Library
14 events
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KidsFamilyLearningOtterly Crafty
A workshop about sea otters, ocean pollution and how to help protect them, with a craft activity to make your own otter. It is held at Central Library for children aged 4–12, with parents or caregivers required to accompany them.
Central Libraryfamily · kids
KidsFamilyLearningFantastical Tales
An animation programme featuring stories about wonderful animals and brave adventurers from around the world, at Central Library. It is suitable for children aged 7 to 12, with captions and Singapore Sign Language interpretation provided.
Central Libraryfamily · kids
Well beingLearningCultivate Resilience & Renewal: A Gentle Mindfulness Practice
A gentle mindfulness session at Central Library for seniors and adults, featuring easy breathing exercises, seated stretches, and reflective self-care practices. It is designed to help participants build everyday resilience and a sense of renewal.
Central Libraryadults · seniors
Well beingCommunityLearningTai Chi for Healthy Longevity
A weekly Tai Chi LearnX Community session at Central Library, suitable for seniors. It focuses on balance, strength, flexibility, mobility, and mindfulness through guided Tai Chi practice.
Central Libraryseniors · adults
KidsFamilyLearningPolice Pals @ Central Library
Join the Singapore Police Force for a storytelling session about Police Pal Ray’s adventures at Central Library. The programme is for preschoolers aged 4 to 6, and parents or caregivers must accompany them.
Central Libraryfamily · kids- KidsLearningFamily
Fantastical Tales
Learn more about stories from around the world through looping animations at Central Library. The programme is for children aged 7 to 12, with captions and Singapore Sign Language interpretation.
Central Librarykids · family - Well beingLearningCommunity
Tai Chi for Healthy Longevity
A weekly Tai Chi session at Central Library for seniors, meeting every Monday from 2:00pm to 3:00pm except public holidays. It is supported by the National Arthritis Foundation and led by Mr Michael Lee.
Central Libraryseniors 
TalksLearningThe State of Teen Reading: How School Matters
Join the launch of the Reading Futures Study report, which examines adolescent readers’ profiles, preferences, and reading habits. Associate Professor Loh Chin Ee, Emeritus Professor Naomi Baron, and moderator William Phuan will discuss what the findings mean for educators, librarians, parents, publishers, and others interested in teen reading at Central Library.
Central Libraryadults
TalksCommunityLearningSG60 Voices from the Heart Vol. 19
A live storytelling session at Central Library featuring eight speakers sharing personal stories on sustainability and climate action, including carbon, Singapore’s Green Plan, electricity use, lifestyle choices, and waste reduction. It is part of Thrive@Libraries 2026 and is suitable for adults.
Central Libraryadults
LearningCommunityLearning Day
A community learning gathering where participants share and learn about topics ranging from cooking to psychology to technology. It takes place at Central Library and is open to adults.
Central Libraryadults
LearningArtsArt History Klub: The River Knows Every Stone – A Reading Session 1
A four-part reading programme on art, curating and writing, beginning with the first session “Berth” at Central Library. It brings together readings on geopoetic curating and maritime history with discussion led by artists and curators connected to Jantung Pisang: Laut & Barat.
Central Libraryadults
LearningPreserve Your Food Memories with Canva
Learn how to create digital recipe cards using Canva on your smartphone in this hands-on workshop at Central Library. Participants will choose a template, add recipes, colours, decorative elements, and food photos before saving and sharing their finished card.
Central Libraryseniors
TalksLearningCommunitySyeikh Yusuf Al-Makassari: A Quadricentennial Commemoration
Dr Azhar Ibrahim and Syafiq Mardi discuss the history and legacy of 17th-century Indonesian scholar Syeikh Yusuf Al-Makassari. This talk is held at Central Library and is for adults.
Central Libraryadults · seniors
LearningArtsArt History Klub: the river knows every stone – a reading session 2
A two-hour reading session at Central Library for Joanne Leow’s Exhumations: Inside the Body of a Petrostate, with writing reflections, a facilitated reading and discussion led by guest facilitator Cheyenne Alexandria Phillips.
Central Libraryadults · seniors