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“The health of our civilization, the depth of our awareness about the underpinnings of our culture and our concern for the future can all be tested by how well we support our libraries.” - Carl Sagan
This Library and Information Week the staff of Waverley Library would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to you, all of our wonderful members and supporters. Thank you for attending the programs and events we facilitate, borrowing from the collection, using the public PCs, accessing tons of free online resources such as eBooks and tutoring, or simply just sitting and enjoying the community spaces we have created. We do what we do for, and because of you, and it is a pleasure to serve the Waverley community with awesome and engaging library services.
Programs
Author talk: Rachel Franks with The Uncommon Hangman Thursday 28 July, 6:30 - 7:30pm An Uncommon Hangman is a bold and brutal biography of NSW’s longest-serving executioner, Robert ‘Nosey Bob’ Howard. The State Library's Dr. Rachel Franks tells the riveting true story of the life and deaths of the infamous noseless hangman of NSW. |
Living well: with or without dementiaFriday 29 July, 2 - 3pm Are you someone who plans to live life to the fullest in your retirement? In this talk you will find out more about preventing dementia as well as learning there are things you can do to address some of the risk factors. Even if you do get dementia, you can still live a full and independent life! |
Indigenous Music Appreciation Class Friday 29 July, 3:30 - 4:30pm Would you like to learn more about Indigenous music and culture? Come along to our Indigenous Music Appreciation Class where our musicologist will give an informative talk about contemporary Indigenous musicians. |
The Power of podcasting workshop: Stories to listen toSaturday 30 July, 10am - 12pm Are you interested in podcasting? From her latest book The Power of Podcasting, award-winning podcast producer and leading international audio scholar Siobhán McHugh provides a unique blend of practical insights into, and critical analysis of, the invisible art of audio storytelling. |
Children's Library
Anh Do Afternoon Tuesday 26 July, 3:30 - 5pm For this year’s Library and Information week Waverley library will get Weird Do!, celebrating all things Anh Do. Come along for a fun afternoon of quizzes, scavenger hunts, craft and more. This event is suitable for primary school aged children, however the whole family is welcome. |
Author Talk:
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Author Talk: Alexa Moses
Saturday 6 August, 10 - 10:30am
Author Alexa Moses speaks to middle and upper primary school children about writing a books series, as well as self-management ideas for those who have “fizzy, jumpy brains”, using her Michaela Mason's Worries series as a starting point. Suitable for children aged 8 – 12 years and their families.
Local Studies
Waverley Image Gallery
Rediscover Waverley through our collection of local historic photos. Marvel at the changes to Bondi Beach, party at the South American Festival, check out the library in a bowling alley, or admire (or laugh!) at some of the portraits of Councillors past. You can explore these fantastic local history moments here.
Image: 5th Waverley Scouts at Glenbrook, 1940.
eResources
Hoopla 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! |
Celebrate Library and Information Week this July, on BorrowBox! It is an easy to use platform that allows you to select and download ebooks and eAudiobooks to your computer or any mobile device. Elegant, intuitive, and simple to use. |
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