If the children are starting to get itchy feet already, the library may be the best place to take them for caregivers who may need a little break.

With great events scheduled at the Greerton, Tauranga, Papamoa and Mount Maunganui libraries, there's bound to be something to capture the children's attention long enough for a coffee break.

The peg people workshop is at Tauranga City Libraries on September 27 and October 4.Photro: Supplied.

Tauranga Libraries' children and teenage team leader Michelle Anderson says while some activities are already fully booked, there are still plenty of spaces in a range of activities.

Activities with spaces include a manga and zine art workshop, a peg people workshop, and the chance to make old-time ice cream.

A manga and zine art workshop, run by manga artist Kris Coburn, will give children the opportunity to create their own zine – a small self-created magazine. The workshop is best suited for children aged 10-plus, and is free. The workshop is at Greerton Library on October 1 from 1pm-4pm.

The peg people workshop will have kids make their own superhero or princess from an old-fashioned peg after listening to stories and songs. This workshop is designed for children aged three-six and requires a parent or caregiver to supervise.

The peg people workshop is at Tauranga City Libraries on September 27 from 10.30am-11.30am and October 4 from 10.30am-11.30am, Papamoa Library on September 28 from 10.30-11.30am, Greerton Library on October 5 from 10.30am-11.30am, and Mount Maunganui Library on September 29 from 10.30am-11.30am.

Children also have the opportunity to create ‘old-time ice cream', listen to a story, and learn some of the science behind ice-cream. It is recommended children wear old clothes and bring warm gloves or a tea towel to keep their fingers warm.

This workshop is best suited for children aged seven-10 and a parent or caregiver must be present. The old-time ice cream workshop is at Tauranga Library on September 29 from 10.30am-11.30am, Papamoa Library on October 5 from 10.30am-11.30am, Greerton Library on October 7 from 10.30am-11.30am, and Mount Maunganui Library on October 5 from 10.30am-11.30am.

Registration is essential for all these activities, by calling 07 577 7177, popping into your local library, or emailing: library@tauranga.govt.nz

More information is at: www.library.tauranga.govt.nz