We are very excited to announce that Storytimes are back and we can't wait to see you!
In keeping with current government restrictions, the following conditions will apply to our Storytime sessions: - Bookings are essential for every child and adult over 12 months - Numbers are limited - Social distancing will be observed - Sessions will run for 20 minutes and include stories and rhymes and a take-home craft activity - Tiny Tots and Family Storytime sessions are available - Bookings open 3 days before the session - Masks are mandatory for all Library visitors over the age of 12 - Conditions of entry to the library must be observed
We look forward to seeing you at Storytime very soon.
To celebrate ALIA's Library Lovers Day, we are giving away free book vouchers to some very lucky readers! Every library is wrapping up withdrawn stock in need of a new home. One lucky book at each Library will contain a $20 voucher to a local bookstore. You can pop in anytime up until the 14th and grab a Library Lovers Day gift for a chance to win!
Public libraries across Victoria provide their local communities with a range of information, services, facilities and support. Libraries play an important role in their communities, including supporting health and wellbeing.
We are now looking at what libraries across Victoria currently do to support health and wellbeing, and what else they could do. With the bushfires and COVID-19 pandemic of 2020, our health and wellbeing are arguably more important than ever.
In shaping the future role of libraries in health and wellbeing, we want to hear from library partners across Victoria about your experiences and ideas. This anonymous survey is one way you can do that. The survey will take about 10 minutes to complete and will close at the end of February.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Sarah Wilson - former journalist and TV presenter, author of The New York Times bestsellers ‘I Quit Sugar’ and ‘First, We Make the Beast Beautiful’ - talk about her struggles with anxiety and loneliness. This will be an open and honest account of the challenges Sarah's faced and the strategies she’s put in place to help her reach her life goals.
Join sustainability advocate Cloe' Gordon from Off Grid Tiny Houses in a discussion about practical ways we can reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the Earth. Cloe' will share her experience and ideas on a variety of subjects from growing food, to composting toilets, tiny houses, and off-grid living, and will consider their financial, environmental, and emotional aspects with a view to self-sufficiency. Bring your curiosity, questions, and ideas to this community event.
Booking essential as places are limited due to COVID-19 restrictions
Be sure to read 'Penguin Bloom' before seeing the film! You will love the beautiful photography and the words that accompany each photograph are just breath taking. This is the remarkable true story of Sam Bloom, a mother whose life changed dramatically when an accident left her paralysed. In this book an injured magpie, which the family named Penguin helped the whole family heal after this traumatic event.
With restrictions easing, we are able to have many more people in the libraries. Social distancing requirements still apply, and everyone will be required to scan or log in for contact tracing. Masks are also mandatory when visiting unless you have a lawful reason not to wear one.
Other changes include no limits to PC bookings and being able to book a PC from home.
Click+ Collect and Home Delivery Service are still available. Our website always has the current information - please check Current Servicesfor any changes.
