Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
Events & Book Launches
A talk by John Wheatley on Colonel Walter Karri Davies
Thursday, 23rd November, 6.00 pm to 7:30 pm
A short question time at the end of John’s talk will be followed by refreshments
Karri’s service medals will be on display for the first time in Australia
John’s talk will cover most aspects of Karri’s life, from his early days in Australia, to his time in South Africa, including the Jameson Raid and the Boer War where it is reputed he refused the award of the Victoria Cross for extreme bravery, his post war life in South Africa, Australia and England and the impact his activities had on these three countries.
This talk is the second given by John, the first, on the life of M.C. Davies (Karri’s father) having been given in March 2014 at the Uniting Church, Margaret River.
RSVP to the library by 22nd November. Ph: 9780 5600 Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
This is a free event, there is plenty of parking and the library is easily accessible.
Inspirational talk by Jeremy Scott – round the world cyclist
Young adult Book Chat Club at Margaret River Library on Monday at 4.30pm
Handmade Paper Workshops
Learn from internationally acclaimed Artisan Paper Maker – Chrissie Heughan as part of The Tartan Fleck at the Margaret River Library on November 9th.
This handmade paper making workshop is a 2 hour session of hands on creative fun! Bring along recyclable items such as:
- Cards
- Paper
- Tea bags
- Coffee grounds
- Berries
- Orange peel
- Vegetable waste
- Garden scraps
- ETC
And learn the ancient art of paper making! Forming, couching and drying your own beautiful handmade paper. The best part – you get to take your creation home. So come; Reuse, Reinvent and Recycle and turn your scraps into your own handmade paper.
Thursday 9th November.
Session 1, 10am – 12pm
http://www.thetartanfleck.com.au/event/tartan-fleck-handmade-paper-workshop-1/
Session 2, 6pm – 8pm
http://www.thetartanfleck.com.au/event/tartan-fleck-handmade-paper-workshop-2/
These workshops are for adults only and places are limited. Visit the EventBrite links to book your free ticket to one of the sessions.
Juliet Marillier Author Talk at Margaret River Library
Thursday 19th October, 6 – 7:30pm
Margaret River Library is very excited to announce a visit by this well known award winning author. With thanks to WritingWA, Margaret River is Juliet’s first stop in a tour of libraries including Pemberton and Bridgetown.
Juliet was born in Dunedin, New Zealand – the most Scottish city outside Scotland itself – but now lives in Western Australia. Juliet’s novels combine historical fiction, folkloric fantasy, romance and family drama. The strong elements of history and folklore in her work reflect her lifelong interest in both fields. However, her stories focus above all on human relationships and the personal journeys of the characters.
Juliet is currently promoting the third title in the ‘Blackthorn & Grim’ series of historical fantasy/mysteries for adult readers.
As usual, light refreshments will be provided after the talk with a chance to have your book signed by the author. Margaret River Bookshop will be on hand with books for sale.
Please RSVP by 18th October. Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au Phone: 9780 5600
Robert Burns Supper at Margaret River Library
Inspired by the Tartan Fleck Project
Thursday 12 October, 6 – 8pm
The evening includes:
- sit down Scottish meal
- bag-pipe music
- Scottish poetry readings
- a talk by Frith Crossley about the Tartan Fleck Project. Find out what the project is all about and the progress that has been made in documenting the Scottish history of the Capes of the South West
- Prize will be given to the best dressed Scot
Places are limited to ticket holders. Purchase tickets at Margaret River Library. $10 each
For more information contact the library on:
Phone: 9780 5600 Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
Celebrating 5 years since the Margaret River Library redevelopment!
Today is exactly 5 years since we re-opened the Margaret River Library after a redevelopment that saw the library double in size.
The West wing was built, and the Outdoor Library Garden was created. The staff area was pushed back into the old Child Health Clinic, and the Junior area expanded into the old staff rooms.
Our Sorter was installed, allowing staff the freedom to move around the library as we no longer had to manually check-in every item returned.
If you would like to take a trip down Memory Lane, click here to view some ‘before’ and ‘after’ shots, including pictures of the building process. We think you’ll be amazed at how much smaller the library used to be…!
More pictures can be seen at the display at the Margaret River Library, and as you scroll down this post.
We are giving away free cuppas to celebrate this month. Come in and check out our display for more details.
The entry before & after:
The front counter before & after:
The garden before & after:
The staff workroom became the Junior area:
The West wing was built:
Looking West from inside:
Spring school holidays at the Shire public libraries
Teen book club at Margaret River Library this Monday 4.30pm