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Margaret River Readers and Writers Festival Writing Workshop in Augusta

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Friday 13th May, 10am – 12pm at the Augusta Council Chambers, Allnutt Terrace Augusta

Writing workshop with Mark GreenwoodMark Greenwood workshop in Augusta

Write a poem. Write a song. Write a book. Find your rhythm and step to your own beat. Like music, language has resonance – a quality captured by words that makes writing meaningful and important. Join award-winning author and percussionist Mark Greenwood for a masterclass on imaginative storytelling. Hone your creative skills and discover the beating heART of your story.

This Margaret River Readers and Writers Festival event is hosted by Shire of Augusta Margaret River Libraries. This is a FREE event but places are limited.

Register on the Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival Website

https://mrrwfestival.com/tickets/30-write-to-the-beat-of-different-drum/

Margaret River Readers and Writers Festival author talk at the library

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Saturday 14th May, 3 – 4pm at the Margaret River Library

Join Rashida Murphy for this intimate discussion exploring the themes of identity, heritage, history and the growing pains of the migrant experience that form her latest book, ‘The Bonesetter’s Fee and Other Stories’. Rashida’s characters remake lives in shifting terrain where sometimes it is barely possible to speak, let alone be heard and echo unspoken, misremembered and intentionally forgotten events, that ripple across time and place. Presented by Ana Brawls

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Rashida Murphy will be in conversation with Ana Brawls at the Margaret River Library

This Margaret River Readers and Writers Festival event is hosted by Shire of Augusta Margaret River Libraries. This is a FREE event but places are limited. Register on the Margaret River Readers & Writers Festival Website

https://mrrwfestival.com/tickets/34-in-conversation-with-rashida-murphy/

Author talk by Alec O’Halloran about ‘The Master from Marnpi’

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Tonight! Thursday 24th Feb, 5.30 – 6.30pm at the Margaret River Library or sign in from home

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Alec O’Halloran is the author of ‘The master from Marnpi’, the authorised biography of Mick Namarari Tjapaltjarri, a Pintupi man who became an award-winning Papunya Tula artist. Last year marked  the 50th anniversary of the beginning of his exemplary art career at Papunya (NT) in 1971 and this year marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Western Desert art movement, of which Namarari was a founding member and leading exponent. Join us in hearing about Alec’s journey in writing this biography and experiencing his knowledge of this art movement in Australia.

Alternatively, register with Eventbrite to receive the Teams link in your email.

https://amrlibrary-author-talk-alec-ohalloran.eventbrite.com.au

All welcome to this free event and the library is an easily accessible venue.

Writing workshops at the Margaret River Library with Dianne Wolfer

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Tuesday 9th November, 5 – 6.30pm

Animals who talk: a writing workshop about anthropomorphism

Dianne Wolfer has always loved animal stories. She explored this passion via doctoral research into anthropomorphism in Australian children’s literature. As part of this study, Dianne wrote two award-winning titles; ‘The Shark Caller’ and ‘The Dog With Seven Names’. Both books are Children’s Book Council of Australia Notables with the latter winning the Speech Pathology Award, shortlisted for the NSW Premier’s Awards and now published in Chinese. The former is contracted for film.

In this interactive session, Dianne will share practical tips about writing from diverse animal viewpoints. If you love Animal Farm, Call of the Wild, The Art of Racing in the Rain, Black Beauty or Pig the Pug, this workshop is for you. Come along and find out more about writing in this genre. For further information about anthropomorphism in literature go to Dianne’s website:  animalswhotalk.com

RSVP to Eventbrite Here or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

image of Dianne Wolfer and her dog Harry

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Wednesday 10th November, 10am – 1pm

Memoir and history writing workshop

 Everyone has a story to tell. What’s yours? Join Dianne Wolfer as she shares writing skills to help you develop an anecdote, create a memoir and explore history writing methods and techniques.

Dianne is the WA author of 20 books including the ‘Light’ series inspired by the WWI story of an Albany girl signaling to departing soldiers. That story led to three other titles linked to wartime history. Dianne has also written a WWII inspired picture book and children’s novel. More information about Dianne’s extensive writing and research can be found at diannewolfer.com

Light refreshments provided. RSVP to reserve your seat to Eventbrite Here or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

Wednesday 10th November, 3.30 – 4pm

Meet the author and book signing session after school

Come with your grandchildren for the opportunity to have your books signed by Dianne Wolfer. The Margaret River Bookshop will join us with a selection of Dianne’s books for purchase on the day.

RSVP to Eventbrite Here or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

Image of book titled Photographs in the Mud by Dianne Wolfer

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The Tribute Tree presents: Free October educational/craft workshop for kids

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On Saturday 23 October, Phil Schenberg from SW Reptile Rescues and Education will be talking to kids about our native reptiles, their behaviours and their habitats – and he’ll be bringing along some of those reptiles to display and for hands-on experience.

The team at SW Reptile Rescues and Education do important work to rehabilitate sick and injured reptiles, conduct canine reptile avoidance training, run educational programs, and provide public displays at shows and events. At this workshop, Phil is offering kids the opportunity to lean more about our native reptiles, and to experience them up close.

The presentation will be followed by a craft activity. The workshop is suitable for children aged 7 and up.

Venue: Chapel Gallery

When: 9.30am – 11.30am on Saturday 23 October

Cost: Free! But donations are very welcome.

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL. Contact Georgina at georginakelly@westnet.com.au to book your spot.

Resume development and cover letter writing: a career enhancement workshop with Aly Bannister

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Thursday 30th September, 3 – 4.30pm

On screen via Zoom at the Margaret River Library or sign in on your own device from home. Free event and all welcome

This workshop shows you what a good resume should look like and describes the do’s and don’ts of what to include and what to leave out.

  • Helps you understand what employers expect from a resume
  • Describes why some resumes are unsuccessful
  • Offers you free templates and clear cover letters to use in the future
  • Gives you insights on how to get your resume noticed
  • Explains the essential ingredients when creating your resume
  • Aims to help increase your chances of success for securing employment

Aly Bannister is a career coach and the author of ‘Get your rear into gear: job searching tips for career success’.

RSVP to reserve your seat at the library or to receive the zoom login if you are signing in from home. Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

Aly Bannister with her book 'Get your rear into gear'

Search for the Queen of Sheba Orchid presentation

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Orchids of the South West
Beautiful Orchids of the South West

Dr Daniela Scaccabarozzi presents strategies that orchids in South Western Australia employ for attracting insects that fascinatedly pollinate orchid flowers. She is a pollination biologist currently investigating the pollination strategy of the Queen of Sheba Orchid. Her presentation is followed by a film screening of the documentary ‘Search for the Queen of Sheba Orchid’.(duration approx. 1 hr).
The documentary movie is presented by The Field Journal & Sarasota Orchid Society. World-renowned orchid taxonomist and artist Stig Dalstrom and award-winning filmmaker and composer Darryl Saffer travel to Western Australia seeking unique plants and animals that inhabit this amazing land. They are especially interested in finding the rare and elusive Queen of Sheba Orchid. After the screening, Daniela will welcome any questions inherent to the topic.
Margaret River Library
Thursday 9th September, 5.30pm – 7.30pm
Presentation repeated in Augusta
Augusta Council Chambers, Shire admin building, Allnutt Tce, Augusta
Friday 10th September, 10am – 12pm
Please RSVP to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

These are free events and all welcome

Tribute Tree workshop for kids

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The Tribute Tree is offering a free workshop for kids aged 5 to 12 on a new theme, “Desert Adventures”. Dr. Boyd Wykes, a zoological scientist who regularly treks across the Simpson Desert, will be talking about his experiences and observations of life in some of the most inhospitable places in Australia. Kids will then be invited to make some of the desert creatures discussed, using clay with artefacts gathered from the natural world to inspire them.

Where? The Hive 3/24 Auger Way West

When? Saturday 21st August, 1pm to 3pm.

Parents and care-givers are welcome, one adult per family to maximise the number of children who can attend. Drop and go is encouraged if your kids are comfortable with that.

The workshop is free, but donations are very welcome.

Bookings are essential. To book your place, contact Georgina on

georginakelly@westnet.com.au

See you at the show!

 

Tribute Tree offers new workshop at The Hive

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The Tribute Tree will be running a free Marine workshop on 31 July from 1pm to 3:30pm at the Hive, 3/24 Auger Way West.

“Reefs and rockpools” is again both an educational and creative opportunity for kids between ages 5 and over to explore their imaginings around the ocean and its various habitats.

Ngari Capes Marine ranger Eden Baxter will be talking about the creatures that inhabit these environments and show kids a collection of sea creatures that have been washed ashore.

After the workshop, kids will be able to create their own rockpools and reef life using patterned art paper, coloured fabrics, marine natural and waste products, and adding their own drawings or writings into the pastiched panels.

Places are limited and bookings are essential. Please note: there is room for one adult/carer per family. 

For more information or to book your place please contact georginakelly@westnet.com.au

 

 

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Contact the Libraries

Margaret River Library

Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au

Augusta Library

Allnutt Terrace, Augusta WA 6290
Phone: (08) 9780 5670
Email: auglib@amrshire.wa.gov.au