News and events for our library community
The shortlisted titles for young readers for this years Children’s Book of the year 2020 award is suitable for children 7 to 12.
The stories range from fantastic worlds accessible from paintings on the wall and dystopian landscapes, to sensitive topics like family struggles and disabilities.
This week’s selection deserve your attention !
Children’s Book Week 2020 is almost upon us, so here is an opportunity to get familiar with some of Australia’s best writers for young readers, and understand why they have been shortlisted by the Children’s Book Council of Australia.
Today we are featuring the shortlisted titles for older readers (13 to 18 years of age). Please click on the image to place a hold on the item.
If you need assistance with your studies, check out Studiosity to get free study help anytime.
Get free, live help online in maths, English, science and more.
Use your public library card barcode to log in and if you need any assistance, please call the library on 9780 5600, we are happy to help
In celebration of her current exhibition at the Cocoon Gallery, emerging artist Margaret Affleck invites the community to meet her for a casual event to discuss her art and the creative process that make her pieces so striking and inspiring. RSVP by 21st October to Margaret: margaret.affleck@gmail.com
Belgian Warmblood, Haflinger, Lusitano, Shetland or Brumby; some are for sport, and some are for war.
They help people overcome barriers, providing support, care and even treating depression.
These stunning creatures are much loved by their owners and admired by many.
We are featuring our beloved Horses in this week’s New Books.
Click on the image to place a hold on the item.
Dr Pam Lynch is a well-travelled author who loves to share her journeys by presenting talks with images to places like Everest Base Camp, Hadrian’s Wall and the Tasmania coastal walk. This time Pam will guide us through the history and landscape of the Orkney Islands. Pam is an inspiring speaker who motivates listeners to live life to the fullest and in these times of travel restrictions what better way to get out and see the world than through some armchair travels? Come along to the library and listen as Dr Pam Lynch takes you on a trip overseas to a spectacular part of the world. The library is holding the event within Covid-19 guidelines so please stay at home if you are not well.
RSVP to the Library by October 14th to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600 * * The Library is an easily accessible venue. All welcome
Margaret River Library will be closed for the morning on Monday 12 October for Staff Development Training
We apologise for any inconvenience. Your online library resources (including movies, e-books and e-audiobooks) are available 24/7. Click here to find out more
Navigating life as a parent is as challenging as it is rewarding. Sometimes you meet these challenges spot on, but sometimes you could do with a little help from friends or family.
And other times you will look for answers or a bit of motivation from experts who have extensive knowledge of pregnancy, babies, raising kids, sleeping patterns and so on.
This week, we are featuring a few of those books, but we would also like you to know that we have many more resources to borrow here on the Parent Shelf at the Augusta and Margaret River libraries.
Titles with this symbol are also available as e-Books or e-Audiobooks
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 Tuesday 29 September
Phone 9780 5600 for bookings
Join our hour long Lego club session to take on new challenges with all the Lego provided. Best suited to children over 5 years and bookings are essential.
Phone the library now to reserve your child’s place.
Augusta Library
Phone 9780 5600 for bookings
Join Tamara from the Undalup Association on the yarning mat for a special storytime; Songlines of Boodja (country) with activities and craft.
Suitable for ages 4-12 years old and bookings are essential to reserve your child’s place.
Margaret River Library
Phone 9780 5600 for bookings
Grab your FREE Scribblers Festival Fuelling Creativity Workbook brimming with inspiration and tips on how a healthy body can support your most creative mind! Hear from a line up of creative stars that take you behind the scenes of their creative process in the corresponding Fuelling Creativity Video Series found on the Scribblers Festival Fuelling Creativity website.
Regular Baby Rhyme Time, Storytime and Toddler Tales sessions take a break over school holidays. Sessions resume during school term commencing Monday 12 October.
The Margaret River Library will be closed on Monday 28th September
Please use the after hours chute if you would like to return items while the library is closed. Your online library resources (including movies, e-books and e-audiobooks) are available 24/7. Click here to find out more. The library opens again on Tuesday 29th at 10am.
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
