The Shire of Augusta Margaret River Libraries, with thanks to CBCA WA, is excited to host a free illustration workshop with acclaimed author-illustrator Sean E Avery.

Sean is a primary school teacher, graphic designer and Neuro-inclusion specialist from Perth, WA.

He’s best known for his hilarious graphic novels such as Ducky the Spy and the bestselling picture book Frank’s Red Hat, which won the 2023 CBCA Shadow Judges Picture Book of the Year award.

Sean’s workshops are energetic, engaging and designed to inspire creativity and a love of reading. He’s a dynamic public speaker who connects effortlessly with young audiences.

Event details:

• Date: Tuesday 9 September
• Time: 4pm – 5.30pm
• Location: Margaret River Library
• Cost: Free
• Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/shire-of-augusta-margaret-river-libraries-36526517263

Best suited for kids aged 7 and over, this fun and engaging workshop will include live drawing tips and tricks, entertaining readings from Sean’s books and plenty of laughs and creative fun.

Places are limited, so be sure to book in quick!! Update: This workshop booked out extremely quickly. Please put your name on the wait list if you are interested and you will be notified if there are any cancelations.

Hosted by Margaret River Library with thanks to the WA Government – The Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport and CBCA WA.

Happy Children’s Book Week!

The display with the Children’s Book of the Year shortlisted and winning titles are up, and you can request them with your library card form the catalogue.

Even better, StoryBox Hub has all the titles from this years’ Book of the Year awards on your fingertips ready to watch, listen and read together.

To make this week even more exciting, StoryBox is running a Story Hunt where you can Watch and read-along with the stories, answer the questions and solve the mystery message! Come to the library to get your Book Week activity pack, from our friends at StoryBox Hub.

Every year, all over Australia, we celebrate Children’s Book Week to highlight the many fantastic books for young people that are produced in this country.

Children’s Book of the Year is also announced during this week and our libraries have the winny and shortlisted books on display for you to request.

You are invited to celebrate 80 years of Children’s Book Week with a lively and imaginative Book Week Costume Parade.

The 2025 theme, “Book an Adventure!”, encourages children to dive into the worlds of their favourite stories and characters. Whether it’s a brave explorer, a mischievous creature or a magical hero, we want to see them brought to life at the library.

Event details:

Date: Wednesday 20 August
Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm (Parade begins at 4pm)
Location: Margaret River Library

Children are invited to dress up as their favourite book character and join the parade. There will be prizes for best dressed in age categories, generously sponsored by the Margaret River Bookshop.

In addition to the parade, the library will host a range of Book Week-themed craft activities, including colouring in, badge making and a story hunt. Library staff will also be in costume, adding to the festive atmosphere.

A special guest will help choose the winning costumes.

Families are encouraged to keep it simple and fun. Reinvent an old Book Week costume, borrow one from a friend or get creative with what you have at home. It’s a great opportunity to share the Book Week spirit and enjoy a community celebration of reading.

Save your spot here: Shire of Augusta Margaret River Libraries Events – Eventbrite Registering helps us plan for craft supplies and prizes.

Happy Children’s Book Week everyone!

Get ready to dress up and have some fun!

The Margaret River Library is celebrating 80 years of Children’s Book Week with a colourful Costume Parade and families are invited to join the adventure.

The 2025 theme, “Book an Adventure!”, encourages children to dive into the worlds of their favourite stories and characters. Whether it’s a brave explorer, a mischievous creature or a magical hero, we want to see them brought to life at the library.

Event details:

Date: Wednesday 20 August
Time: 3.30pm – 4.30pm (Parade begins at 4pm)
Location: Margaret River Library

Children are invited to dress up as their favourite book character and join the parade. There will be prizes for best dressed in age categories, generously sponsored by the Margaret River Bookshop.

In addition to the parade, the library will host a range of Book Week-themed craft activities, including colouring in, badge making and a story hunt.

A special guest will help choose the winning costumes.

Families are encouraged to keep it simple and fun. Reinvent an old Book Week costume, borrow one from a friend or get creative with what you have at home. It’s a great opportunity to share the Book Week spirit and enjoy a community celebration of reading.

Save your spot here: Shire of Augusta Margaret River Libraries Events – Eventbrite

Registering helps us plan for craft supplies and prizes.