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The Friends of Williamstown and Newport Libraries' raised $850 for bushfire relief from their book sale and generous donations from the community. All proceeds are being donated to the Red Cross Bushfire appeal.
The Friends group would like to thank the community for their support.
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This is the first of regular articles which will be produced throughout 2009 about the new Altona North Library. Construction is soon to commence! Look out for the erection of the builders’ fences on the corner of Millers and Macarthurs Roads in late March.
The new library will be around 1000 square metres and will feature lots of environmental features including solar panels and double glazing. Watch this space for more news and images about the construction next month.
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The awards ceremony for the Friends of Williamstown and Newport Libraries’ Summer Writing Competition was held last month. Eighty five entries were received in the poetry and short story categories. A wide variety of themes were presented, as diverse as the environment, animals, holidays and monsters.
Thanks to the Point Gellibrand Rotary Club for their sponsorship and the Friends of the Williamtown and Newport Libraries for another successful competition.
Congratulations to all who entered and especially to the following prize winners. More...
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Thursday, 5th March, 6.45pm - 8.00pm, Williamstown Library
Are you keen to share with others about the fantastic books you have read, those that have made you laugh or made you cry? Then join with others to share about all things books and reading. The focus book for March is Bone by Bone by Tony Johnston.
Join us for good company, great discussion and interesting reads. Take a peek at the latest releases and leave with something new! Bookings tel: 9932 4170 More...
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Saturday, 14th March, 2.00pm, Altona Library
Local astrologer and author, Michele Finey will present a free public lecture about her book, Secrets of the Zodiac. The book explores the archetypal qualities within each sign of the zodiac and reveals what they say about your priorities and how you interact with others.
Find out what makes you tick, why some things are second nature to you, what you most need to learn, and what you can teach others. Bookings tel: 9932 1330 More...
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Tuesday, 24th March, 1.30pm – 3.00pm, Altona Library
Landscape of Farewell by Alex Miller is a beautiful meditation on the land, the past, exile and friendship.
It is the story of Max Otto, a German academic who sadly realises that he will never write the great study of history that was to be his life's crowning work. Bookings tel: 9932 1330
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Saturday, 28th March, 2.00pm - 3.00pm, Famous Blue Raincoat Cafe
A beautiful sunny day at the Fanous Blue Raincoat Café was perfect for the first gathering of the Red Couch Book Group. Aromatic coffee, a few kindred spirits and a good book was exactly what was had last month.
Join us for the next book up for discussion in this ‘Libraries on Location’ initiative, The Kite Runner, by Khaled Hosseini. Bookings tel: 9932 1330 More...
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This is Pete Goss’ next big adventure. Built in a small boatyard in Millbrook, South East Cornwall, Spirit of Mystery will take part in a 12,000 mile journey. Pete Goss and his crew will follow in the wake of the Mystery which sailed to Melbourne carrying seven heroic Cornishman in 1854 to escape poverty and seek out a new life in Australia.
The Spirit of Mystery is due to land in Williamstown in March, prepare yourself for this exciting event by reading Pete Goss’ book Close to the Wind. More...
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This is the last call for all western region authors and poets to finalise the edits on their entry for the Ada Cambridge Prize for Biographical Short Story Writing (entries close 6th March) and for the Seagull Poetry Prize (entries close 13th March).
Please go to www.willylitfest.org.au for more details and to download entry forms. The prizes will be awarded on the opening night of the Williamstown Literary Festival on Friday, 1st May 2009.
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The Learning Centre is an integral aspect of the Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre which provides spaces for learning, including meeting rooms, consulting room, multi-use art and craft room and an IT training room. The facilities are available for community and commercial groups and the library working in partnership to host learning activities.
The adventure of learning is an exciting lifelong endeavour. Our goal at the Learning Centre is to provide learners of all ages and abilities with a range of opportunities to discover new knowledge, develop new skills and to achieve personal learning goals.
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You’re never to old to learn and you’re never too young to see what else is out there. Have you ever thought ‘I’d love to learn something new or develop my skills’? Are you keen to learn about, well, anything at all, but can’t find a place where your interests are met?
No matter how old you are, what you do for fun, if you are stuck in the 20th century or you are way ahead of your time there is something for everyone at the Learning Centre.
Programs include, pilates, computer club, kids in the kitchen, cutting a long story short – writing workshops, write on – writers group, cooking for one, have a play with pastels, book making workshop for children, social networking – on the road to twitter and blogging, teens in the kitchen, Wednesday Words book group. More...
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Friday, 20th March, 10.30am - 11.30am, Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of World Harmony Day with the very creative Julie Perrin, storyteller extraordinaire.
Children and parents alike will be drawn into other worlds through stories, chants and rhymes. Julie is a professional storyteller who is the director of Tellingwords. No bookings required.
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Friday, 27th March, 11.00am - 12.00pm, Altona Library
Bring your friends to the library to enjoy morning tea and meet with others from the Polish community. Browse the new Polish books, CDs and DVDs all available for borrowing. Bookings tel: 9932 1330
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Thursday, 26th March, 1.30pm - 3.00pm, Williamstown Library
It’s never too late to get enthused about your family’s journey. Come along to our recently formed Family History Group, bring your research successes and problems to our next friendly information sharing session. Everyone is welcome, no genealogy experience is necessary. Bookings tel: 9932 4170
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Wednesday, 11th March, 6.30pm - 7.30pm, Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre
Young people from across Hobsons Bay have shown their commitment to Earth Hour and created artwork to illustrate their view of what 'working together to impact climate change' means.
The launch of this exhibition, which is part of the Council's Art in Public Places Project will feature a cool environmental show, 'Just Cool It!' by Our Planet Enterprises. Bookings tel: 9932 3020
View the whole exhibition at the Hobsons Bay Libraries 10th March - 19th April.
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Wednesday, 15th April, 1.00pm-5.00pm, Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre
So you think you’re a gaming champ? Come and test your gaming powers in a round robin competition. Have a go or just watch some players with awesome gaming skills battle it out to win cool prizes. The final championship match will be played on the big screen, so be ready to show off you gaming abilities.
Win up to $100 in vouchers from EB GAMES. Bring your friends and enjoy free food and drink. Bookings tel: 9932 3020.
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Mondays, 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th March, 10.30am - 11.00am, Williamstown Library
Do you want to do something fun with your baby? Then bring your baby, park your pram and join in the excitement of Rhymetime in March.
This four week program is designed especially for children aged up to 18 months and sessions include rhymes, finger plays, songs and short stories.
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Friday, 13th March, 10.30am, Altona Library
Friday the 13th is the time for all the little witches, wizards, goblins, fairies and other magical characters to gather together!
So dress up in your favourite fantasy and magic costume and visit the library for the Fantasy and Magic preschool storytime. Join in the fun of stories, songs and activities based around this spooky theme! This session celebrates the theme of the 2009 Bayside Festival.
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Do you want to keep your children entertained during the school holidays without opening your wallet? Then check out these free activities for children of all ages at our libraries'.
The theme for the April holidays is Our Place and you are invited to find out more about our communities, our families, our neighbourhoods. Meet our local heroes and enjoy a performance by Afro Fairy. Bring a friend to a cooking session or build your own 3D family tree. More...
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Friday, 6th March, 10.30am – 12.00pm, Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre
Learning keyboard and mouse skills is the first step in becoming familiar with operating a computer. No previous computer experience is necessary.Cost $6. Bookings tel: 9932 3020
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Friday,13th March, 10.00am – 12.00pm, Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre
This class will provide basic instruction such as turning the computer on, using the desktop, opening programs and many other basic computer skills.
Keyboard and mouse skills are essential. Cost $6. Bookings tel: 9932 3020
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Monday, 16th March, 10.00am – 12.00pm, Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre
This class introduces the Internet and focuses on key areas such as the browser, 'surfing the net', and how to use search engines. Basic computer skills are essential. Cost $6. Bookings tel: 9932 3020
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Monday, 23rd March, 10.00am – 12.00pm, Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre
Learn how to communicate with friends and relatives online and register for a free Yahoo email account by attending this introductory class. Participants will create emails, add attachments and start an address book. Basic Internet skills are essential. Cost $6. Bookings tel: 9932 3020
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Friends of Altona Libraries (Rear of Altona Library)
• Friday, 6th March, 10.00am -2.00pm
• Saturday, 7th March, 10.00am –1.00pm
• Friday, 3rd April, 10.00am -2.00pm
• Saturday, 4th April, 10.00am –1.00pm
Friends of Williamstown and Newport Libraries (Foyer of Williamstown Library)
• Saturday, 14th March, 10.00am -12.30pm
• Saturday, 18th April, 10.00am -12.30pm
Pick up a bookmark listing 2009 booksale dates from any library branch, or visit: http://libraries.hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au
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