Eco Tales: Stories that care for our planet

Discover how recycling can be fun with stories, hands-on activities, and crafts with local author Divine Breen.

Join us for Eco Tales at Charlestown Library!

Local author Divine Breen from Little Earthside books will share her stories The Lonely Plastic Bag and Where Does the Apple Belong?

Discover how we can care for our planet with fun, hands-on activities where we will Learn about recycling and sustainability, then get crafty using recycled materials.

While at Charlestown explore the amazing Waste as Art exhibition on display in the library

Divine’s books will be available for sale and signing on the day!

Free event – bookings essential.

Suitable for ages 3-8 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

About the books:

The Lonely Plastic Bag This story aims to raise awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastics, encouraging children to think about the journey of plastic bags after they’re thrown away.

The Apple That Doesn’t Belong This poem tells the story of an apple that feels out of place after being eaten and thrown away. The apple doesn’t want to end up in the bin or stuck with the plastics, it wants to go back to the earth, where it can break down naturally and help new things grow. Through its journey, the apple teaches us about composting, caring for the planet, and making sure we throw things in the right bin. It’s a gentle reminder that even small choices, like where we toss our waste can make a big difference!

Charlestown Library, walyamayi

Charlestown Library, walyamayi has accessible parking available in the public car park adjacent to the building, providing direct access via a ramp to the library. There is also accessible parking in the basement car park with an internal staircase to the library. The library can also be accessed from this car park via an external inclined path or staircase. General parking in the library car park and the adjacent public car park is 2 hours. The library is easily accessed by public buses.
The venue has accessible toilets.

This event may be photographed and filmed, and your image could be used in advertising and promotion by Lake Macquarie City Council. Should you wish to not be photographed or filmed please advise event organisers on entry at the event.