What's Happening at Your Library
April Issue

In this time of uncertainty we thought it would be a great idea to dedicate our enewsletter to resources you can access from home.

Even though our doors may be closed, our staff are working very hard creating great videos for you to enjoy.

Children and parents can still enjoy Story Time with our talented Children's Team as videos are now online. Other staff have created instructional videos on how to access some great library eResources, such as eBooks, eAudio, eMagazines and much more. 

See details below how you can connect to these great online resources .

We encourage everyone to utilise our online services where possible, and take all steps outlined by NSW Health to minimise the spread of the virus.

Take care, stay safe and keep reading.

 

Q&A

Is there something you want to know about the library while we are closed?

How can I return my items?
Can I pick up my reservations?

These are frequently asked questions and we have the answers on our Q&A page.

Frequently Asked Questions
 

Unleash your Creativity!

Library goers and book lovers, unleash your creativity by designing a limited-edition library bag.

Two categories: 8 to 14 years; 15+ years

The winning design will be printed and used by the library! 
The competition will open Monday 25 May and close Sunday 28 June 2020.

 Start designing now! 

Further Information
 

Do you have an opinion on Climate Change, Mental Health or Employment?

If you are aged between 12 to 25 years, here is your chance to write a 400-600 words opinion piece.

Prizes to be won!

Further Information
 

Story Time Online

As families cannot come to the library, our Children's Team decided to produce Story Time Online, so children can still enjoy Bibs 'n' Books and Toddler Time in the comfort of their home.

 

More Stories Online
 

A Taste of the Classics

Our staff have selected some of the great classics they think you will enjoy. Hopefully this will inspire you to read more.

A classic piece of literature usually has some artistic quality that has stood the test of time and has universal appeal.

Get a Taste Here!
 

Isolation Alphabet for Everyone

Each day from Monday 6 April until Friday 1 May we'll post a letter and a subject on our Facebook page. Draw or take a photo inspired by the subject and add it to your Alphabet Map in order of date.

Missed a letter or don’t have Facebook? That’s okay, every Friday for the next four weeks we will be uploading a summary of all letters on our Competition Page.

Competition Page
 

Learn English Online

Develop your command of spoken English and improve your English conversation. 

To help you achieve this, our staff have created their first set of videos for Beginners.

 

Watch Now!
 

Beamafilm - Stream 1000s of Movies for Free

Library members don't need to pay to watch films.You can stream 1000s of great movies and documentaries online with your library card. There are over 300 award winning documentaries, independent features and some great Australian classics and much more.

Log In
 

Beamafilm - Please note: Borrowers with temporary six-digit Parramatta Library Memberships will need to add a “W” and a Zero on the front and “X” on the end of your Membership in order to access this eResource. eg 259876  entered as W0259876X 

 

Stay Updated with Your Library

The doors to the library are temporarily closed, however you can still visit us on our website.
We are busy updating information and videos to keep you inspired and entertained.

Library Website
 

Enjoy your Favourite Magazines

Check our online magazine collection, we have over 150 magazine titles with years of back issues on our digital magazine news stand.

Browse Magazines
 

RBdigital (includes eMagazines) - Please note: Borrowers with temporary six-digit Parramatta Library Memberships will need to add a “W” and a Zero on the front and “X” on the end of your Membership in order to access this eResource. eg 259876  entered as W0259876X 

 

Take the opportunity to discover our Online Library 

Online Library

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