Springfield Sheffield Toy Library

20/05/2026

GETTING TO KNOW OUR TOY LIBRARY 💛

We’ve realised over time that many people aren’t quite sure what a toy library actually is — or how ours works in particular (they are all different).

Some families imagine something similar to a regular library, while others are surprised to learn that our toy library also operates as a relaxed stay-and-play space where parents, caregivers, and children spend time together.

So we thought we’d put together a small series sharing a few things people often ask (or are surprised to learn!) about our toy library and community.

Here's the first installment.

19/05/2026

See you this morning for a play and a warm cuppa! ☕️
Swap your toys for something new to keep the kids entertained at home.
9:30-11:30am
New members always welcome.

21/04/2026

Come and warm up with us tomorrow!
✅ heat pump on
✅ kettle on

Welcome back to term 2! ✨

07/04/2026

We’re back on 22nd April.
Enjoy the school holidays! ✨

02/04/2026

30/03/2026

A collection of our newest toys ✨
Which will you borrow first?

These toys were purchased with funds provided by the Lotteries Grants Board - so a HUGE thank you to them for supporting our cause!

24/03/2026

See you soon for another great day!
And another new toy 🙊

17/03/2026

See you all soon for another great day at Toy Library!

16 Railway Terrace East, Sheffield

03/03/2026

Play creates connection between tamariki, between whānau, and across communities.
🤔 Did you know? Shared play builds trust and belonging, for children and adults, by creating space to connect, talk, and feel part of something local.
Toy libraries are where friendships form, volunteers meet neighbours, and whānau realise they’re not doing this alone.
This Toy Library Awareness Week, Get Your Play On with us.

Join us tomorrow for another day of play - together! 9:30-11:30am, 16 Railway Terrace East, Sheffield.

19/02/2026

Theres lots for kids to get involved in at the Malvern A & P Show this year! Have you entered your little one?
Have a scroll through the schedule and see what they might be keen to enter 🤩

So far, no strange pumpkin mysteries in Hawkins… (oops, we mean Sheffield). Or are there?

Will there be Demogorgons on the Creative Vege table?
Perhaps Demodogs or even Vecna appearing as a Best Dressed Pet?

Luckily, the only real mystery is when you’ll get your entries in, and what creative creations will appear on Show Day.

Entries for the Malvern A&P Show are now open and close Friday 6 March.

View the schedule at malvernshownz.com
or enter via Showday Online - https://showday.online/show/malvern.

Prefer a printed copy? You can pick up a schedule from:
📍 Farmlands Darfield
📍 PGG Wrightson Darfield

📅 Entries close Friday 6 March 2026
📅 Show Day: Saturday 28 March 2026
📍 Sheffield Domain

Come on, parents - now is the perfect time to get your children involved. We can't wait to see their wonderful, creative entries!

17/02/2026

Looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow!
New members welcome