May 2022
“I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of anything than of a book.” Wise words from none other than Jane Austen! This month you have plenty of opportunities to discover the joy of reading with remarkable memoirs, popular April reads and a sneak peak of books on order.
We have lots of activities planned too. Join us for a winter school holiday activity, a workshop to celebrate NAIDOC Week, National Simultaneous Storytime and more.
Happy reading!
Public Holiday
All libraries will be closed on Monday 13 June for the Queen's birthday public holiday.
Normal hours resuming from Tuesday 14 June.
Don't forget you can still access our online library 24/7.
Tech Savvy Seniors
It’s never too late to brush up on your online skills and learn new ways to stay connected with family and friends. These workshops help seniors develop basic skills and confidence in using technology.
24 May Online shopping and cyber security
25 May Introduction to smart apps
Phone bookings required 9806 5159
National Simultaneous Storytime
Buckle up and get reading with us at National Simultaneous Storytime! This year we’re sharing Josh Pyke’s beautiful book Family Tree, with wonderous illustrations by Ronojoy Ghosh. The story is a celebration of family, community and the seasons of life.
Wednesday 25 May at 10:30am
Worm Farming Workshop
Would you like to turn your waste into compost and soil? Learn about worm farming this World Environment Day to look after nature! You will even get to see and touch the worms too.
School Holiday Activities
For the winter school holidays we have planned lots of fun hands-on activities and workshops to keep your children entertained. Join us to learn about electrical circuits, origami, and drumming, or attend an interactive workshop to NAIDOC Week.
NAIDOC Week Workshops
Our friends from Koori Kinnections have prepared hands-on activities that will give an insight into Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. Children aged 7 to 12 years will learn an acknowledgement song, share in storytelling, get an introduction to traditional resources, and use native plants to construct a Nowey (a
canoe).
Registrations open 9am, Wednesday 1 June 2022.
Remarkable Memoirs
Reading or listening to a memoir is a great experience, and an opportunity to take a peek into someone else's life.
Explore a selection of amazing life stories, connect with storytellers by sharing their experiences, thoughts and inspirations.
Anytime, anywhere your library online!
Popular April Reads!
What’s trending in the library this month! Checkout some of the great titles that were popular with our library members in April. Their favourites are titles that are held by the library, on order or arriving soon!
Coming Soon!
We’ve gotten in early and ordered some exciting new titles we hope you, our community of readers will enjoy.
Due for release in the later half of 2022, these books are just a snapshot of some of the most recent titles we have placed on order.
Family Fun Day
Council is hosting a Family Fun Day at Boronia Grove Community Centre on Sunday 5 June! Library staff will be there to host story time, and provide craft activities too.
There will be loads of other free activities including crafts, dance workshops, live music, interactive artworks, a sausage sizzle and more.
Traditional Chinese tea Ceremonies at Wentworth Point
Learn about the origins of tea and its links to Chinese culture. Sample rare and exotic blends and discover a new appreciation for drinking tea mindfully.
Sessions held on Saturday 21 May,
Friday 17 June, Friday 15 July.
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