News and events for our library community
Please be aware that masks must be worn in all indoor public settings, including our libraries. The usual exemptions apply.
More information can be found at:
https://www.wa.gov.au/government/announcements/masks-introduced-the-south-west-region
The Library will be closing early at 12.30pm on Friday 17th December for an all Shire staff event.
Open again on Saturday 18th December at 10am. We apologies for any inconvenience. Feel free to use the after-hours chute for your returns and access to our online services is available at amrlibraries.com
Images of the water wall in the library courtyard by photographer, Bo Wong.
Read some of the world’s most iconic magazines with NewsStand.
With your library card, you now have access to The New Yorker, Vanity Fair, GQ, Allure, Wired, Vogue US, Bon Appetit, Conde Nast Traveller, and Architectural Digest.
You can read it on your computer browser, or download the Newsstand app on your phone or tablet from your app store.
Click here to find this and other Online Resources available with your library card.
Join our FREE Money Matters Workshop!
Meet local Financial Counsellor Morwenna Richardson to answer your finance questions in a judgement free space. Explore how to budget, check for spending leaks, useful tips and good credit vs bad credit. Morwenna is from Anglicare and explains all about the benefits of financial counselling and how to access one-on-one counselling sessions. Financial Counselling is for anyone seeking financial information. It is an inclusive service that is appropriate for people in a broad range of circumstances no matter where you live or how much you may earn.
All are welcome, we look forward to seeing you. Friday 3rd December, 10 – 11am at the Margaret River Library.
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
Dr Pam Lynch has a fascination for all eras of UK history and archaeology, has taken part in an archaeological dig on a Roman Palace site in the south of England and for her PhD thesis she undertook a study of Romano-British burials. She is intrigued by the light that can be shed on an ancient civilization through an examination of its burial practices.
Come along and be captivated by the archaeological discoveries, their interpretation and the extent to which this ancient population can be understood.
Followed by light refreshments after the presentation and the chance to chat and mingle. The library is an easily accessible venue. Please RSVP to reserve a seat. Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600
We hope our community is staying safe and healthy during this very cold weather.
The threat of Covid has brought many changes over the past 18 months, but we are currently operating under relatively few restrictions:
Remember, your libraries offer you a warm, welcoming and accessible place.
Stay tuned for more exciting news to come… we will soon be launching some new e-resources for our community to enjoy from home – more magazines, comics for all ages, and a new language-learning platform!
Join writing team Fiona Harris & Mike McLeish for an online presentation on their new novel The Pick-Up.
Thursday 26 August 5pm – 6pm on Zoom.
RSVP is essential. Click here to make your booking.
An exciting workshop aimed at first time entrepreneurs. Providing Tips & Tricks to help save you time, energy and money! Facilitated by an Award Winning ‘Mumpreneur’, Aly Bannister. The presentation is via Zoom on screen at the Margaret River Library or sign in from home. Login details are provided when you RSVP. Participants will learn:
RSVP to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600. This is a free community event and all welcome
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au