Warm Winter Read, Tiny Art Show, School Holiday Programs!

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Cosy up at the library this winter!

While it may be cold outside, it is always warm and cosy inside our libraries, which makes for the perfect excuse to come in and warm up with a great book.

We've also got plenty of programs running throughout winter, including our popular school holiday programs. Bookings are open now!

For the adults, join our monthly Movie Matinee at Doveton Library, and be sure to get your entries for the Tiny Art Show in by Friday 12 July.

Please take note of our reduced Winter hours at Doveton and Endeavour Hills Library, from Monday 1 July to Friday 20 August.

See you at the library!

Beth Luppino
Chief Executive Officer
Connected Libraries

 

The Warm Winter Read Challenge

The Warm Winter Read Challenge has begun, and you can take part.

To participate, simply sign up here and keep track every time you read or listen to a book throughout Winter.

There are extra challenges set to earn more points if you wish, and prizes to be won.

The idea of this challenge is to encourage healthy reading habits. Start a book from your 'To Be Read' pile, finish that book you put down months ago, or find something new while browsing the library shelves.

We'll be participating in the challenge ourselves, so stay tuned to our socials for inspiration.

See Details Here
 
 
 

NAIDOC Week Programs

NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

This year’s theme is Keep the Fire Burning and we are running two NAIDOC themed programs:

Contemporary Indigenous Dance
📌 Cranbourne Library
📅 Tuesday 9 July
⏰ 10am

NAIDOC Week Preschool Storytime
📌 Cranbourne Library
📅 Friday 12 July
⏰ 10.30am

 
See Details
 

Max and the Wild Things

"Max and The Wild Things" is an adaptation of the beloved children's book "Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak, performed by the theatrical team at Hila Tells Stories.

The show follows the adventures of a boy named Max, who takes the audience on an adventure to a magical land filled with strange and wonderful creatures known as The Wild Things.

📌 Bunjil Place Library
📅 Tuesday 2 July 
⏰ 11am

Book Here
 

Reduced Hours for Winter

As the colder, darker days approach us, we will be adjusting our opening hours for Doveton Library and Endeavour Hills Library.

These hours will be in place from Monday 1 July to Friday 30 August.

Doveton Library
Monday to Thursday: 9am - 6pm
Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9.30am - 12pm

Endeavour Hills Library
Monday to Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday: 10am - 4pm

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Complete this survey to help Shape the City of Casey

The City of Casey's 'Shape Your City' engagement program gives you the chance to contribute towards Council's four-year planning process and have your say on the future of your community.

The decisions we make and the services we deliver will be shaped by your feedback which will help to ensure our planning best reflects the priorities of our local community.

Complete this 10-minute survey and go in the running to WIN one of five $500 Westfield Gift Vouchers.

Complete the Survey Now
 
 

School Holiday Bookings are Open!

Bookings for our school holiday programs are now open.

Just a few of the events on offer include:
🍪 Cardboard Cookies at Doveton
🎤 Teen Karaoke at Hampton Park
📖 Stories in Auslan at Bunjil Place
🐍 Clay Snake Candle Holders at Cranbourne
🌱 Sow a Native Plant at Endeavour Hills
✂️ Tween and Teen Crafternoon at Cranbourne West

Get in quick, these events will book out quickly.
 

 
 
See All Events
 
 

Movie Matinee
at Doveton Library

Every month we will be screening a popular, newly released film on our big screen for your enjoyment.

Check in with the team at Doveton Library to see which film is playing this month.

Tea, coffee and morning tea will be provided.

📌 Doveton Library
📅 Tuesday 23 July 
⏰ 11am

See Details Here
 
 

There's still time to enter the Tiny Art Show!

Collect a free mini canvas from any of our libraries, create your own mini masterpiece and submit your artwork by Friday 12 July.

There will be two winners per library, one winner chosen by the public and the other chosen by a Connected Libraries staff member.

Winners will receive a $50 Art Gift Pack.

Don't delay, get to the library today and get the creative juices flowing.
 

Find Out More
 

Victorian College of the Arts Acting and Theatre Pathways Program

The Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) is offering an after-school pathways program for students who want to learn about becoming an actor and theatre-maker.

The program will introduce year 10-12 students to skills and training in theatre and performance.

Participants can perform for a live audience after the program.

📅 Monday 15 July - Monday 26 August

 
Register Interest Here
 
 

The Library is on the road these Winter School Holidays!

Roll a Dice Storytelling
Let your imagination run wild with this special writing workshop. Join us to create a different kind of storytelling while making new friends to share these stories with.
📌 Manna Gum Family and Community Centre
📅 Wednesday 3 July 
⏰ 10am - 11am
 

Storytime at Blind Bight
Our Library Van will be at Blind Bight Community Centre to offer borrowing and School Holiday Programs. 
📌 Blind Bight Community Centre 
📅 Tuesday 9 July 
⏰ 10am - 3.30pm

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