News and events for our library community
Kids aged 10 years old are invited to join us at Margaret River Library for Book Chat Club on Monday 7th November at 4.15pm.
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. Please phone Rachael on 9780 5602 or email rdrummond@amrshire.wa.gov.au to book a place.
The whole community is invited to celebrate the launch of our latest exhibition titled ‘Cue, Queen of the Murchison’ : an exhibition of mosaics created by Bevely Young
Bevely has collected an array of objects from the outback near Cue and presents stories in the form of mosaics. Each piece is named after someone who lived in the area in days gone by who may have used some of the shards and chips that make up these amazing artworks. Bevely will talk briefly about her exploring and the creative process of bringing personalities to each artistic piece. All works are for sale.
Please RSVP if you intend on coming to celebrate as refreshments will be provided. Text message to Bevely on Mobile: 0428 866 338 or Email: bevelyyoung@icloud.com
The exhibition will continue in the Cocoon Gallery for Emerging Artists into early 2023.
Our new lights are being installed next week!
We’ll be closed from Monday 31 October to Thursday 3 November, but open again on Friday 4th November at 10am
Why not come in this week and get your borrow on! You can take up to 30 items per library card and access our online services anytime at amrlibraries.com
The after hours chute is CLOSED during this time so keep your books until we are open again.
Join us for a fun and imaginative workshop designed to unlock the story you are trying to tell. Ana will guide you through the creative process of the story collage, both in paper and digital form. You will leave the workshop with a clearer vision and idea of the different aspects of your story.
What you need to bring:
– Bring your own tablet or laptop*
– Come prepared with information about your story (character, setting, themes, etc.)
*If you don’t have a tablet or laptop, no worries! Ana will provide materials so that you can make a story collage out of paper, magazine clippings and other bits.
RSVP to Eventbrite so we can reserve your seat at Margaret River.
Contact the library for more information on Ph: 9780 5600 or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
This year the Augusta and Margaret River Libraries are hosting a series of special workshops for Get Online Week. The event is open to the whole community.
Thanks to a grant from GoodThings Foundation, people attending any of the workshops will be in the draw to win 1 of 3 tablets, along with 3 one-on-one tutoring sessions to help you get to know your device and improve your digital skills.
Using the Cloud – Explore the benefits of the cloud and how it can be used to back up and share photos and other important documents from your computer or mobile device.
Margaret RIver Library – Tuesday 18th October 1pm to 2:30pm
Augusta Library – Wednesday 19th October 10am to 11:30am
Try one thing: Apps – Practical workshop on what is an app, how to get an app and managing apps on your phone. Hands on experience with using library apps as examples.
Augusta Library – Thursday 20th October 10am to 11:30am
Margaret RIver Library – Thursday 20th October 2pm to 3:30pm
To book your spot in any of the sessions above, contact the Margaret River Library on 08 9780 5600.
The libraries are an accessible venue.
Providing parents with the tools they need to assist in career opportunities and employability skills for children
This is an online presentation that you can watch at the Margaret River Library while enjoying light refreshments. RSVP to Eventbrite for catering purposes.
Alternatively, sign in from home on the day with this zoom invite. (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.
Have you ever thought about what each of our seasons of the year mean? Are there spiritual, cultural or personal connections for you throughout the season? Do symbols, colours or smells come to mind and what they represent? Why not sit back, explore and watch your Mandala of Seasons design unfold.
All materials are provided in this free workshop, including light refreshments. Suitable for all abilities.
Please RSVP to the afternoon session as space is limited. To find out more please email amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or call 9780 5600
WAPoets is pleased to present the 18th annual Perth Poetry Festival with a host of free and low-cost events to inspire and encourage you to develop your poetry. Find out more online at https://wapoets.com/2022-perth-poetry-festival-program/
Our very own Ana Brawls from the Margaret River Library will be making a guest appearance at the festival Multicultural night on Saturday 1st October with a reading of her poems titled ‘How to turn misery into poetry’ and ‘Wooden chest’. Some events including the Multicultural Poetry night can be joined by Zoom.
Have fun using our Sphero bots at the library with games and activities to try.
You will need to bring your own device with the Sphero Play and Sphero Edu apps installed, if possible.
Best suited to ages 8 years and over, book in now to get a place.
Margaret River Library
To book a session visit https://amrlibrariesspherogames.eventbrite.com.au or call 9780 5600
Join us at the local Margaret River Library to hear Becca Bolton from Discover Deadly – our local Reptile Centre, speak about her work and give participants the chance to interact with reptiles that live at Discover Deadly.
Becca is also a qualified snake catcher and she will give advice on staying safe around snakes, along with some interesting facts about these fascinating creatures.
This activity is best suited to children over 5 years old and bookings are essential as there are limited spaces.
Margaret River Library Thursday 29 September
Book a session at https://amrlibrariessafesafety2022.eventbrite.com.au or phone 9780 5600
Join our hour long Lego club session to take on new challenges, Lego provided. Best suited to children over 5 years and bookings are essential.
Book now to reserve your child’s place.
Margaret River Library
To book visit https://amrlibrarieslegoclub4-10-22mr.eventbrite.com.au or call 9780 5600
Augusta Shire Council Chambers (across from library building)
To book visit https://amrlibrarieslegoclub5-10-22aug.eventbrite.com.au or call 9780 5600
The Augusta Library Lego Club also features craft activities for all ages
All school holiday activities are FREE at the Shire Libraries, however bookings are essential and children must be accompanied by an adult for each session.
Regular Baby Rhyme Time, Storytime and Toddler Tales sessions take a break over school holidays. Sessions resume during school term, commencing Monday 10 October
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. 
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au