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“Always listen to yourself... It is better to be wrong than simply to follow convention.” -
Bryce Courtenay, The Power of One
Christine Courtenay on Bryce Courtenay: Storyteller
Thursday 3 November, 6.30 - 8pm
Waverley Library is proud to host the long-awaited memoir of the late Bryce Courtenay – Australia’s bestselling author – as told by his wife, Christine Courtenay. Candid, intimate and insightful, Bryce Courtenay: Storyteller is a fascinating, loving tribute to the life and work of Australia’s most beloved and enigmatic writer.
Adult Programs
Halloween pick:
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Culture Club Monthly Fridays, 7 - 8pm via Zoom, next session Friday 4 November During our next session we will discuss books, films and art by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. Discuss Indigenous history and culture and promote learning and understanding of Australia's First Nations People. |
Children's Library
Frightstorming with Culliver Crantz Saturday 29 October, 10.30 - 11.30am Get in the Halloween mood with international author Culliver Crantz as he discusses his series Frightvision. You’ll also get a chance to brainstorm your own spooky story. Suitable for 7 – 12years. |
Story Time and Playgroup in the ParkWednesday 9 November, 9.30 - 11.30 am Waverley Library and Bondi Beach Playgroups will be hosting a morning of play, connection, and a special story time in the park for families with children 0 - 5. Don't forget your sunscreen and hat! |
Exhibitions
...and he taught the canaries to sing 21 October - 16 November ...and he taught the canaries to sing is a project of animated vignettes celebrating Jewish life in Poland before 1939. Curator and artist Estelle Rozinski whose ancestry is Polish Jewish, has curated a series of engaging animations to portray the diversity of Jewish life before the Holocaust. |
Luminous Horizons - Andrew Turier 21 October - 16 November Andrew Turier’s newest body of work Luminous Horizons, is a delicate balance between painting, poetry and philosophy. He draws inspiration from word games, road signs, everyday life, banners and advertisements in a lifelong obsession with text. |
Collections
New Book Club Kits Do you have your own book club or thinking of starting a book club? Waverley Library has several Book Club Kits available for loan. Stored in a convenient carry bag, each kit contains 10 copies of the same book title, suggested discussion questions and a handy log sheet. Book Club Kits are included in the library catalogue and can be reserved if out. |
HooplaHoopla is a free digital media service available to Waverley Library members that allows you to borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks, eComics, movies, music, and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV! |
Local Studies
Image: Chess players at south wall of Bondi Pavilion, 1973.
Bondi Story Room
The Bondi Story Room is one of the stellar features of the newly refurbished Bondi Pavilion. Designed to explore and celebrate the stories of the people, places and events that shaped our community, it's a fully interactive digital exhibition. You can explore the stories here, or experience it in its full glory in person at Bondi Pavilion.
Library Services
Get free help with your tax return at Waverley Library
Fridays, 7 - 28 October
Are you eligible for free Tax Help? A Tax Help volunteer will be available at the library to help people lodge on-the-spot myTax returns. Simply check if you are eligible and what you need to bring. Book your appointment online or call 9083 8733.
In the community
Trail Tutorials 29 October - 5 November Keen to hang with renovation guru Barry du Bois, comedian and waste warrior Craig Reucassel and Walkley-award-winning journalist Annabel Crabb? The Trail Tutorials are a series of inspiring, educational talks all about sustainable fashion and renovations. |
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