News and events for our library community
The end of February is the end of the quest, so now’s the time to read as much as you can!
Need reading suggestions? Come into your local library and check out our Summer Reading display!
We hope to see you at your local public library soon.
The library is pleased to announce the addition of a new eResource – Lote4Kids.
Lote4Kids is a digital collection of picture books and audiobooks in over 65 Languages suitable for kids 3+.
Play animated digital books with English or LOTE subtitles and voice or signed narration, including AUSLAN.
Easy to use and ad-free, this is a fantastic way to help ESL kids to learn English. Or, to use as additional learning resource for kids learning a secondary language at school.
Access Lote4Kids for free with your library card, and while you are there, have a look at our new Library eResources page.
or download the app from the App Store or Google Play
If you need any assistance with this or other eResources please contact the library on 08 9780 5600 or email our eServices Librarian on abrawls@amrshire.wa.gov.au
Baby massage is a gentle way for parents and their infants to connect and to gain benefits including:
Margaret River Library is hosting this free, small group exercise for parents and their babies aged 6 weeks to pre-crawlers to get a taste for baby massage and how it can fit with your parenting. Jane Tetley is an infant massage instructor and nurse with a background in midwifery and child health.
Please RSVP by Wednesday 28th February. Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600
We are excited to announce that Kindle Fire users can now download CloudLibrary mobile app directly from their Amazon Appstore.
Watch the easy-to-follow instruction on the Niche Academy or contact us on 9780 5600 if you need any assistance.
cloudLibrary – eBooks and AudioBooks (nicheacademy.com)
Visit our website for more Library eResources, or if you have any questions about CloudLibrary or any other eResources please contact the library on 9780 5600.
Rob Turner has lived (and survived) an adventurous life which culminated in self publishing Home the Hard Way. It is the story of his attempted world circumnavigation (1992/95) starting from Sydney, and thwarted in Saudi Arabia and the enforced return to Perth against the prevailing winds and currents in his 7.1 metre yacht. De-masting, skipper overboard, pirates, strandings and near misses with massive ships are just some of the adventures which make this a fascinating talk.
Please RSVP to reserve your seat. Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600
Born in, and spending his early youth in northern Tasmania, Rob Turner has always loved adventure, tackling and surviving much more than most. Scuba diver, shipwreck finder, charter pilot and chief flying instructor, former world aerobatic spin record holder and international solo sailor are just some of his experiences in a long and exciting life. Now retired and ‘slowing down’ a little, Rob lives in the small seaside town of Dunsborough, near his family. When not indulging in, amongst other things, his love of writing books or poetry, he especially delights in teaching his two youngest grandchildren the joys of snorkelling and exploring with them in the wonders of the underwater world.
CloudLibrary holds the Augusta Margaret River Libraries digital collection of books, audiobooks and magazines. For you to read or listen on your phone, tablet or eReader.
When: February 15th, 10:30am – 11:30
Where: Margaret River Library
In this session you will learn how to:
Bring your phone, tablet, eReader. If you don’t have a device but would like to start reading online. We will have a few tablets available on the day for you to have a go.
For EOI call the library on 08 9780 5600 or email abrawls@amrshire.wa.gov.au
Next Session coming up on March 21st, 10:30am: BorrowBox
The library is an accessible venue.
The community is invited to help us celebrate the exhibition titled “New Place”, by Yude Mahendri
The exhibition will be formally opened by local artist, Dea Haddow and light refreshments will be provided.
Yude presents beautiful landscapes of the Augusta area, both river and sea views. She has recently completed the Certificate IV in Visual Art at the Margaret River Tafe and attended the Albany Summer School to hone her skills. Her work is mainly in oils but she is experimenting with mixed media and a few of these are also on display. All works are for sale through the artist. The exhibition continues until the end of February.
Please RSVP for catering purposes. Email: ayu.mahendri@gmail.com or Ph: 0412 589 117
Teens aged 12 years old and over are invited to join us at Margaret River Library for Book Chat Club on Monday 29th January at 4pm for a 4.15 start.
At our Book Chat Club meetings we talk about the books we have read and give reviews and recommendations to other club members.
Book Chat Club is free with snacks provided and bookings are not required, simply head to the library at 4pm.
Are you looking for a distraction free, safe environment to write and meet other writers in our community?
Guided by writer and poet Ana Brawls, the group is open to any aspiring or experienced writer who would like:
For more information about the group or to RSVP contact Ana. Email: ana.brawls@icloud.com
Save the dates for future Community Writing Group nights: 26th March, 23rd April, 21st May, 18th June, 16th July. The library is a welcoming and easily accessible venue.
School is starting which means our regular children’s programs resume at your shire libraries.
Baby Rhyme Time, Storytime, Toddler Tales, Book Chat Club and Book Stars Club will be starting as the 2024 school term commences.
All regular children’s programs are run during school term and not on public holidays.
We hope to see you at the library soon!
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au