News and events for our library community
Margaret River library will be closing early at 12.30pm on Friday 8th December
for an all Shire staff event.
Open again on Saturday 9th December at 10am.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Feel free to use the after-hours chute for your returns
Access to our online services is available at amrlibraries.com
Dr Pam Lynch has a fascination for all eras of UK history and archaeology and has taken part in an archaeological dig on a Roman Palace site in the south of England. She recently visited Shetland and its historical sites, intrigued by its extensive remains and the insight they give into an ancient society.
Come along and let her lead you through the extensive history of this group of islands and wonder at the creation of some of its unique monuments and the people who left them behind.
The talk will be followed with light refreshments and the chance to mingle. All welcome to this FREE event.
RSVP to reserve a seat. Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600
A Short Story …
The name of the gallery ,’The Cocoon’, prompted me to ‘open the lid’. For over 25 years I have had two items in an old OXO stock cube tin on which it says ‘KEEP THE LID CLOSED’.
A little seahorse and an ancient cup handle, found in the desert.
After my first baby, Henry, died, I always thought that I would make something with them; a kind of memorial piece. These items were the catalyst for this journey.
I was a passionate photographer but have hung up my Pentax KM SLR since film became old hat. I haven’t had a heart for it since then, however my phone is very full of images which seems to
contradict that. Although I had intentions of using another medium, whilst I was immersed in play (with my phone) I realised that what I was doing was the art that I would show.
I have revisited a photo album and journals from 25 years ago, some of which I will share, most of which needs to stay closed in those books. I found myself making pictures with other things in my
home that relate to that time. This exhibition is a chance to revisit a story of my own, that is unique but shared by many. I have these expectations of myself and the art that I feel that I should be making, but I never do it.
In creating these works I have a new understanding, because I enjoyed myself so much in the process.
I love playing …
I play all the time, I play with things that I find, I play with images and fabrics, I play with composition, I play with nature, I play with words. This is the art that I do. I don’t paint and draw ; I can now let myself off the hook.
I booked this space in 2019 as a hopeful plan that I would still be here after having pancreatic cancer. This exhibition is evidence that I am, by the grace of God, indeed still among you and am living well.
On display from now until 22nd December in the entry to the Margaret River Library. Artworks are for sale through the artist.
Join us for a creative workshop led by Helena and Shannon from the Community Development team, where you’ll delve into the art of crafting unique jewellery, such as earrings, rings and badges.
Take a break and enjoy complimentary pizzas thoughtfully provided by the Library team and refreshing beverages from YAC.
This is an inclusive and accessible event for individuals aged 12+, coming together to celebrate pride in a supportive, safe and fun environment.
The Shire of Augusta Margaret River, in collaboration with Margi Pride, Freedom State, Concrete Club and Q-Squad, is proud to be presenting an exciting line-up of free events for the whole community in Margaret River during November.
The theme of PrideFEST 2023 is Be Brave, Be Strong, Be You!
RSVP’s are appreciated for catering purposes. Visit Eventbrite: https://pridejewellerymaking.eventbrite.com.au
or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600
This week we suddenly lost one of our most treasured volunteers. 
He was part of the library family, and he will be sadly missed.
Our thoughts are with the family.
Rest in peace our dear friend Denis.
We’d love to get your thoughts on how you use our electronic resources.
Please scan the QR code below or click this link to complete our short survey
As an added incentive, you will have the chance to win one of 5 gift vouchers from the Margaret River Bookshop 🙂
These sessions consists of a 20 minute information presentation followed by the chance to ask questions, register or get a new card if you need one. This service really helps WA Seniors Card members replace their worn, damaged or lost Seniors Cards on the spot. Guests hoping to replace their card should bring ID (Driver’s Licence or Centrelink Card). Light refreshments provided.
The presentation covers information for new members:
For current members:
Margaret River Library will also have information to hand out about the e-resources available such as e-books and e-audio books that are free with library membership.
RSVP for seating and catering purposes. Ph: 9780 5600 or email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
Dolores is displaying her artworks in the form of earthenware plates in the Cocoon Gallery for Emerging Artists. Come along and help us celebrate the launch of her exhibition and hear about her creative process. Her brief talk will touch on the theme she is addressing with this body of work and this is a great opportunity to meet the artist and learn about her unique style of working. Light refreshments will be provided.
All welcome to this free event. RSVP’s can be sent to Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Phone: 9780 5600
A brief excerpt from the artist bio on display in the Cocoon: “Plate…the vehicle that transports our food. The limit, the measure of the ephemeral pleasure of each meal. A symbol, the foundation of what we put into our bodies, what we eat, and sometimes eats us. What are we putting on our plates? What are we chewing, and ingesting. And by this I mean more than just food. Thinking about what I feed on…Thoughts, feelings, insecurities, body image, concepts…”
The exhibition continues to the end of October.
Margaret River Library will be closed on Monday 25th September for the King’s Birthday Public Holiday. Open again on Tuesday at 10am.
Feel free to use the after-hours chute for your returns and access to the library online services is available at amrlibraries.com
The library has recently experienced an error with old notices being delivered to SMS and email. We apologise for this and ask that our library community ignore these communications about holds and reminders.
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
