News and events for our library community
This week, we selected a few special books for parents out there looking for a bit of support, encouragement and inspiration to help you along the most important job of your life!
Click on the image to go straight to the catalogue and place your hold.
Look for these symbols which tell you if the item is also available as an e-book or e-audiobook:
= cloudLibrary = BorrowBox = Overdrive!
Click here to find out more about how to use cloudLibrary, BorrowBox and Overdrive.
Here are some new books to keep your reading muscle fit!
Click on the image to go straight to the catalogue and place your hold.
Look for these symbols which tell you if the item is also available as an e-book or e-audiobook:
= cloudLibrary = BorrowBox = Overdrive!
Click here to find out more about how to use cloudLibrary, BorrowBox and Overdrive.
As many of you are aware, the State Government is permitting libraries to ease some restrictions to public access from 18 May. We are missing you all and very excited to be edging closer towards greater contact with our community.
However, please don’t rush to your library first thing Monday – we’re not quite ready yet!
The changes to Shire Library Services will be incremental. At this point, there are still restrictions on how many people can be within the libraries at once, and what they can do while there. We are also required to continue with the quarantine of items, sanitising of surfaces, and social distancing.
We’re still working on the new processes that will allow us to open while complying with all the new safety requirements. It’s a surprisingly big job! And very important that we get that right before we usher you back into the building.
We’re aiming to open as soon as possible – but please note that only the Margaret River branch will open initially. Due to the small size of the Augusta Library, services there will remain unchanged for now. Your health and safety is our prime consideration, and we thank you for your understanding as we protect our local community.
In the meantime, the following services remain available from both the Augusta and Margaret River Libraries:
Stay tuned – we’ll update this blog as soon as there is news!!
Beamafilm offers a unique range of entertainment, available free for library members.
Have your library card handy and click here to go to the Beamafilm site. Once you’ve authenticated with your membership, log in to your Beamafilm account – or set up your free account if it’s your first time using Beamafilm.
Browse and enjoy!
You can also click here to explore our other streaming and entertainment services.
Here’s a preview of some of the awesome Beamafilm titles currently available…
Family and children’s entertainment:
Classics:
Foreign language:
Documentaries:
These new books are ready to take home – just click on the image of the book you would like to borrow and we will get it ready for you!
And look for these symbols which tell you if the item is also available as an e-book or e-audiobook:
= cloudLibrary =BorrowBox = OverDrive
Click here to find out more about how to use cloudLibrary, BorrowBox and Overdrive.
The Shire libraries have a range of book titles that are Dyslexia friendly and incorporate the following features:
The library stocks titles from several specialist publishers including Barringston Stoke and Dyslexic Books.
All these items can be reserved on the library catalogue, simply type the term “dyslexia friendly” into the search bar. The search can then be refined by choosing your interests on the left hand side bar.
As with all our other library items at this time, Dyslexia friendly books are available by Click and Collect.
If you need assistance placing a hold or have any questions, feel free to call the library on 9780 5600 or email amrlibraries@gmail.com
Do you miss storytime? We do… but you might like to try Story Box Library as it is awesome too!
The Story Box Library is an online reading room where the wonderful world of Australian children’s literature comes to life.
Have your library card handy and click here to start.
…or click here to browse the full range of library e-resources for our Junior community.
To help take your mind off the current situation, Ulverscroft is offering free e-audiobooks for all library patrons until 31 July. There are many titles by popular authors available with this offer.
Click here to register for your free access. You will then receive a registration email with your new log in details. Select ‘eAudio Library Support’ as your library when logging in. Then download the app and start browsing!
From biographies, to current affairs, to fiction, this week’s New Books have something for everyone!
Click on the image to go straight to the catalogue and place a hold.
And look for these symbols which tell you if the item is also available as an e-book or e-audio:
=cloudLibrary = BorrowBox =OverDrive
Click here to find out more about how to use cloudLibrary, BorrowBox and Overdrive.
Time on your hands? Keen to learn a new skill?
Library patrons have free access to Universal Class – over 500 courses covering 30 subject areas, including Computer Training, Personal Finance, Business, Pet & Animal Care, Career Training, and Arts & Crafts.
The courses feature professional instructors, lessons, exams, assignments and discussion boards – plus grading and feedback.
Click here to go to Universal Class. Enter your library card number to create a free Universal Class account. Once you’ve created your account, you won’t need to use your library card again – simply log in using your Universal Class username and password.
Happy learning!
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au
