News and events for our library community
Join Holden Sheppard in conversation with Chenne Marrapodi at 1pm, Tuesday 20th September for a conversation about his new Young Adult book ‘The Brink’.
This free online event suits older teens and 18+ and is presented by Public Libraries Western Australia. To book visit www.trybooking.com/CBOVE or scan the QR code. 
A straight-talking presentation giving parents and carers information and ideas on how to help a young person to shape their career. Providing participants with the tools they need to assist in career opportunities and employability skills.
This is an online presentation that you can watch at the library while enjoying light refreshments. RSVP using Eventbrite
Alternatively, sign in from home using your own device using this zoom invitation. (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89032786816). For more information contact the Library on Ph: 9780 5600 or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
Aly Bannister is the author of the book titled ‘Get your rear into gear: job searching tips for career success’. She is a dynamic public speaker who will get participants motivated to get careers up and running. A copy of the book is in stock at the Margaret River Library if members would like to dip into it before the event.
RSVP using Eventbrite here or to the Library on Ph: 9780 5600 or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
Come along to the Library to hear about our wildflowers. Topics covered include:
This informative presentation is for all ages, all welcome. The library is an easily accessible venue
RSVP using Eventbrite here, call the library 9780 5600, or email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
For many years, Ros wrote a weekly column for The West Australian which garnered her a wide, devoted readership. A collection of her columns ‘Was it Something I Said?’ was a best seller by UWA Publishing in 2014. In 2021, Ros’s 300-word flash fiction piece How To Leave Your Childhood Behind was awarded winner of Britain’s annual STAUNCH prize against a prominent UK and US shortlist.
Since 2017 Ros has been heavily involved in Aged Care Advocacy and has been an ambassador for Alzheimer’s WA. She has been the sole carer for her mother who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease and has written this fiction novel ‘How to shame the devil’, while spending time in and around nursing homes.
‘Clever, entertaining, beautifully crafted, disturbing and full of humanity. An original take on the #MeToo phenomenon, with the wonderful Ros Thomas at her most witty and compelling.’ – Will Yeoman, The West Australian
All welcome to this free event.
The Margaret River Bookshop will be on hand with copies of ‘How to shame the Devil’ and light refreshments will be provided after the talk.
Mark 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/
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
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/
Click this link to sign into Teams to view the presentation from home on your own mobile device.
When Teams starts up, sign in as anonymous if you don’t have an account.
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.
Don’t forget we are having a book signing session by Dianne Wolfer this afternoon from 3.30 – 4pm. Afternoon tea provided. The Margaret River Bookshop will be on hand with Dianne’s books for you to purchase. Great opportunity to take the grandkids for an outing.
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
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
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
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.
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au