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The Youth Hive is a space for young people aged 10 to 25 who live, work, study or have a connection in Knox. It is located inside the Knox Library.

About

The Youth Hive is a dedicated area of the new Knox Library for programs and activities for young people.

The Hive is a space for everyone, and a place for connection and support.

Youth Services Programs at the Hive

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Youth Hive

The Youth Hive is a dedicated space in the Knox Library for young people aged 10-25 years.  Knox City Council Youth Workers are present 2-5pm weekdays if you need information and support.  

The space offers a place to relax, study, play, connect and join in the programs or activities.

Weekdays

  • 2 pm to 5 pm
  • Term 3: Monday - Friday
  • Suitable for people aged between 10 - 25 years old
  • Cost: FREE
  • No booking required
Crochet Club

Crochet club is a free weekly social craft group and is open to young people aged 12-25 years who live, work, study or have a connection to Knox.

No prior skills or experience is required but participants are encouraged to attend all sessions to help build their skills. All materials for simple crochet projects will be provided.

The crochet club is an opportunity to socialise and connect with other 12-25 year olds in Knox.

Registration is required – email Lynn at [email protected] and you will be sent a registration form to complete.

  • Dates: Monday 17 March until 26 May 2025 (excluding Easter Monday)
  • Times: 3:30pm – 5pm
  • Where: Knox Youth Hive at the Knox Library - Ngarrgoo, Level 3, 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South (above Rebel Sport).

For more information contact Lynn on 9298 8000 or [email protected]

Knox Youth Art Group

Are you passionate about art?

Looking for a place to let your creativity spark and meet like-minded people, share ideas, and collaborate on exciting projects?

Come and join the Knox Youth Art Group.

Tuesdays (fortnightly)

  • 3:45 pm to 5:30 pm
  • Term 3 dates:
    • 16 July
    • 30 July
    • 13 August
    • 27 August
    • 10 September
  • Suitable for people aged between 14 - 25 years old
  • Cost: FREE

For more information contact Kate in Knox Youth Services on 9298 8000 or email [email protected].

Study Bees

Need a quiet place to study?

Come and join us in the Study Bees Chill Zone.

Our program room will be set up to facilitate quiet individual or group study.

Get some homework done and grab a snack and hot drink on us!

No bookings required.

Wednesdays

  • 2 pm to 4 pm
  • Term 3: Wednesday 17 July to Wednesday 18 September
  • Suitable for people aged between 15 - 25 years old
  • Cost: FREE

For more information contact Julia in Knox Youth Services on 9298 8000 or email [email protected].

Dungeons and Dragons

Join us to play this popular role-playing game.

Explore a world and take on an adventure!

Our game is designed to welcome new/beginner players.

All resources and materials will be supplied - the only thing you need to bring is your imagination and sense of fun.

Thursdays

  • 4:30 pm to 6 pm
  • This activity is full. Please join the waiting list
  • Suitable for people aged between 10 - 25 years old
  • Cost: FREE

Games are organised when there are enough people to form a group.

Crafternoons at the Hive

Do you love to craft?

Looking for a place where you can come and hang out with others?

Come and join us for our fortnightly Friday Crafternoons at the Hive!

Bring your own craft project (e.g. crochet, knitting or other easily transportable craft).
If you like to learn to crochet, we can teach you. Crochet supplies will be available.

Join us for the full 2 hours, or just drop-in when you can!

Fridays (fortnightly)

  • 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
  • Term 3 dates:
    • 26 July 
    • 8 August
    • 23 August 
    • 6 September
    • 20 September 
  • Suitable for people aged between 12 - 25 years old
  • Cost: FREE

For more information contact Katie or Lynn on 9298 8000 or email [email protected].

Tabletop Games

Looking for something fun to do on a Friday afternoon?

Do you love board games and jigsaws?

Come and join us at the Hive for our fortnightly games afternoon. We will have a range of games and jigsaws available to use.

Drop-in with a group of friends or come along to make some new friends.

No bookings necessary.

Fridays (fortnightly)

  • 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
  • Term 3 dates:
    • 19 July 
    • 2 August
    • 16 August
    • 30 August, 
    • 13 September 
  • Suitable for people aged between 12 - 25 years old
  • Cost: FREE

For more information contact 9298 8000 or email [email protected].

School holiday activities

To find out more about activities held at the Youth Hive over the school holidays, please visit School holiday activities for young people.

Services

You can access a wide range of services, including:

  • free internet access and WiFi
  • computers
  • books
  • study spaces
  • groups
  • quiet spaces.

Location

The Youth Hive is located inside Knox Library.

Youth Hive @ Westfield Knox
Level 3 (above Rebel Sport)
425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South.

Visit the Libraries in Knox for opening hours.

Need help?

Contact us and we will come back to you.

Or call our Youth Services team on 9298 8000.

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