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SCOTT WHITAKER: RAILWAY HOTELS OF AUSTRALIA
Mitcham Memorial Library | Wednesday 10 July | 10.30am
Join author and Australian railways expert Scott Whitaker as he talks about his journey to document the colourful history of Railway Hotels in Australia. His new book, Railway Hotels of Australia Volume Four, covers South Australia, Northern Territory, Tasmania and Western Australia.
The book contains a wealth of information on the history of our railways and explores the social, economic and political themes that helped to shape the States.
Free | Bookings essential
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LINDSEY JANE DOLEY BOOK LAUNCH
Mitcham Memorial Library
Saturday 20 July | 1.00pm
Here, There and Everywhere:
Memoirs of an Air Hostess.
Fasten your seat belts and prepare for take off!
Let former Ansett flight attendant Lindsey Jane Doley take you back to the heady days of international air travel in the 1970s and 80s.
Author and poet Jude Aquilina will launch the book.
Books available for sale and signing.
Free | Bookings essential
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THE RECYCLED GARDEN
Blackwood Library |
Thursday 15 August | 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Having a beautiful garden does not have to be expensive. The garden offers lots of opportunity for reusing and recycling, which is also great for our environment. Presented by Peter Wilson.
Since the 1980s Horticulturist and Educator Peter Wilson has worked at various public and private gardens. He now works and consults out of Adelaide's southern suburbs.
$5 per person | Limited spaces | Bookings essential
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PLASTIC FREE
Blackwood Library | Saturday 17
August | 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Mitcham Memorial Library | Wednesday 28 August | 6pm - 8pm
Join us for an informal information session at the Blackwood Library or Mitcham Memorial Library, where we will explore ways to avoid, reduce, reuse, recycle and compost items. Find out practical and easy solutions to replace single use plastic items with reusable and more sustainable options. We invite you to share your experiences, challenges and tips with others
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Free | Light refreshments provided | Limited spaces |
Bookings essential
via Eventbrite, (scroll down to find the best location and date)
or contact Jose at City of Mitcham, jbaker@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
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CREATIVE MUSIC WORKSHOPS
Mitcham Memorial Library |
Thursday 18 July
Two sessions
2.00pm - 2.45pm
3.00pm - 3.45pm
A fun 45 minute session devoted to developing confidence,
engagement, inclusion and creative expression through music.
A fast paced workshop exploring melody and rhythm.
Designed for all abilities
Bookings taken for 8 years & over. $5 per child.
$5 per child | Bookings with payment essential | Limited spaces
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BOARD GAMES, CATAN AND FAMILY FUN!
Blackwood Library |
Wednesday 17 July | From
2.00pm
Play Catan or enjoy other board games at our school holiday games afternoon. Use ours or bring your own game you would like to play with others! Try your hand at our communal jigsaw.
All ages. (Children must be accompanied).
Free | Bookings not required
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EVERYDAY FREE CRAFTS
Blackwood and Mitcham Memorial Libraries |
July school holidays
Week 1: Tambourine
Available to make in the library
Monday 8 July to Sunday 14 July
Week 2: Music stick
Available to make in the library
Monday 15 July to Sunday 21 July
Free | Bookings not required
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'LET'S TALK ABOUT...'
CONVERSATION GROUP
Mitcham Memorial Library | Tuesdays Fortnightly | 10.30am
"Let's Talk About..." is our fortnightly informal discussion and conversation group. Join us for a chat over a cup of coffee on a topic of interest.
Next meeting dates:
9 and 23 July
Free | No bookings required
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LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS WANTED
We are looking for volunteers to help us in our libraries.
We particularly need assistance at Mitcham Memorial Library with:
- Shelving on Saturday mornings, Saturday afternoons and Sunday afternoons
- Assisting with craft at Storytime on Mondays
Please contact the Gail on 8372 8244 for more information
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IP
AD CLASSES
Mitcham Memorial Library | 10am - 12pm
Introduction Class 1: Wednesday 31 July, 14 August.
iPad 1 is a hands-on session with your iPad for beginners, including those with few skills and those who are only using their iPad in a limited manner. Topics include:
getting information, switches and buttons, arranging icons, control centre, switching between apps, Safari, Calendar, Contacts, keyboard, word-processing - Notes, managing Settings, iCloud, beginning Photos.
A web-site for the session provides supporting notes.
Introduction Class 2 (Follows on from Intro 1): Wednesday 28 August.
iPad 2 is a continuation from session 1, and includes:
Apple ID, Apps and the App Store, maps, Photos editing and management, music, eBooks, listening - podcasts and books, Pages word-processor, and a wide range of topics covered in the Extras section on the web site, answering questions on what
the iPad can do.
Bring your own device and join this small class to ask all those tricky questions.
$10 | Bookings essential
TECH TIME
Mitcham Memorial Library | Tuesdays from 3pm
Blackwood Library | Tuesdays from 10am
Advice sessions for any tablet, phone or device.
Free | Bookings essential
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WRIGGLE & READ
Mitcham Memorial Library | 10.30am
Blackwood Library | 10.30am
Songs and movement for 0-2 year olds.
A great way to interact with your child while meeting new friends.
Free | No bookings required
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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Mitcham Memorial Library | Mondays and Thursdays | 10.30am
Blackwood Library | Tuesdays and Wednesdays | 10.30am
Stories, songs and crafts for 2-5 year olds.
We promise the parents and grandparents enjoy it too!
Free | No bookings required
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TOYS & TALK
Mitcham Memorial Library | Fridays | 10.30am
An open relaxed environment bringing parents, caregivers, young children and families together for informal play and social interaction.
Every Friday morning from 10.30am.
Free | No bookings required
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2019 dates for all groups are available.
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Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing by watching these fascinating documentaries brought to you by our
Kanopy streaming service.
Click on this link to access the list.
Apollo Augmented Reality
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library in Boston is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing with a new app. Experience videos, images, audio recordings and augmented reality. The app is available for Apple and Android devices on iTunes and Google Play by searching JFK Moonshot or linked directly from
www.jfkmoonshot.org. Dave is very impressed!
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You now have uncapped 30-day access to an entire Great Courses series without worrying about your usual monthly download limit.
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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