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OCTOBER 2020

The Mitcham Library Service is continuing to operate in a safe manner.

We will continue to monitor and review the situation and provide regular updates on our social media channels and website.
KEEPING EVERYONE SAFE
Most services have now resumed although there may be some changes to ensure we follow protocols.

Please contact the libraries if you have questions about specific programmes.
LABOUR DAY CLOSURE
Monday 5 October
The Mitcham Memorial Library and the Blackwood Library will be closed on Monday 5 October.

The after hours returns chutes will be open. When full they will automatically close off. Please do not leave items outside the library as you will remain responsible for these items.
BE BUSHFIRE READY - TWO INFORMATION SESSIONS
Blackwood Library | Thursday 8 & 15 October | 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Learn about how to be prepared and stay safe in bushfire season with the CFS at these two Bushfire Ready sessions at Blackwood Library.

TOPICS INCLUDE:
  • Bushfire behaviour
  • Home & property preparation
  • Keeping informed, Alert SA
  • Where to go and when
  • Bushfire survival plans

Each session covers different topics. Hills residents are encouraged to attend both.
Free | Bookings essential
TAX HELP
Blackwood Library | Thursday 10am to 1pm | Bookings essential
The Blackwood Library now has a recognised myTax consultant coming in to assist people, who earn around $60,000 or less, with their tax returns.

For more information visit the Australian Tax Office.
Bookings are essential
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Click here for the City of Mitcham's School Holiday Program
Wilbur’s Wildlife
Blackwood Community Centre | 4 Young Street | Thursday 8 October | 10.30am - 12pm

Meet lizards, snakes, birds, mammals, mini beasts and more in this exciting 90 minute show which is sure to have you captivated.
Due to COVID restrictions only one adult per child.

$5 per child | Suitable for 5+ years | Bookings essential
Evening Storytime 'All about Bees'
Mitcham Memorial Library | Wednesday 7 October | 6pm - 7pm

Join us for a special evening Storytime session all about bee’s – including guest beekeeper Karel Lengs. Come dressed as your favourite bug.

Free | Aimed at Preschool to 7 years | Bookings essential
Free take home craft
Nature Peg People
Materials available to collect from the libraries.
Tuesday 6 Oct to Sunday 11 Oct

Free | No bookings required
Macrame Owl Workshop
Blackwood Library | Wednesday 7 October | 2pm - 4pm

The knotting technique of macramé has been used for centuries to create ornamental and useful objects ranging from plant hangers to hammocks. Macramé has made a huge comeback in popularity recent times. During this workshop you will learn some basic macramé knots, then have fun using them to create a quirky owl wall hanging. Due to COVID restrictions only children attend the session.

$10 per person (all materials provided) | 12-17 years | Bookings essential
GET ONLINE AND... TRY VIDEO CALLING
Mitcham Memorial Library and Blackwood Library 
Monday 19 October - Thursday 22 October | 2pm - 3pm 
Want to try video calling so you can see your friends or family when you speak to them?

We will show you how to use a video calling app of your choice on your device. Limited one to one sessions are available at the Mitcham Memorial and Blackwood libraries.

When you call to book we would like to know what device you will be bringing and what video app you would like to try out. Don’t know which app? Ask your friends or family what they use.

Free | Bookings essential
TECH TIME
Mitcham Memorial Library | Tuesdays from 3pm 
Blackwood Library | Tuesdays from 10am 
Tech Time has recommenced

One on one assistance with any tablet, phone or device.

Free | Bookings essential
ADVANCE NOTICE
General Sir Peter Cosgrove with Sonya Feldhoff
Mitcham Memorial Library | Thursday 12 November | 6.30pm | and Zoom

We are pleased to announce that we are hosting a session via Zoom with General Sir Peter Cosgove. This will be an “In Conversation” with Afternoons Presenter. ABC Radio Adelaide Sonya Feldhoff, with a live audience, at Mitcham Memorial Library, interviewing General Sir Peter Cosgrove on the screen. 

Please contact the libraries:
  • To book a seat
  • If interested in watching via Zoom (details will be provided closer to the time)
  • If interested in purchasing a signed copy of his new memoir 'You Shouldn't have Joined' (for live or zoom attendees)

Bookings essential | Numbers limited
NAVIGATING AGEING WELL


Mitcham Memorial Library | Wednesday 21 October & 18 November | 2pm - 4pm
How to access home care packages through My Aged Care.

Come to a drop in session to chat with an LGBTI volunteer about future aged care support options for you and your loved ones.
KNITTING GROUP
Mitcham Memorial Library | Saturdays Monthly | 1.30pm
With the continued relaxing of restrictions we are now pleased to be able to recommence knitting group meetings.

Free | No bookings required | 28th November
TAX HELP
Blackwood Library | Thursdays | 10 am - 1pm | Until end of November
The Blackwood Library now has a recognized myTax consultant coming in to assist people, who earn around $60,000 or less, with their tax returns.

For more information visit the Australian Tax Office.
Bookings are essential
'LET'S TALK ABOUT' - DISCUSSION GROUP
Mitcham Memorial Library | Tuesdays fortnightly | 10:30am
A fortnightly informal discussion and conversation group.

November 10, 24 
December 8

Free | No Bookings required
STORYTIME AND WRIGGLE & READ
Storytime 10.30am
Mitcham Memorial Library | Monday and Thursday
Blackwood Library | Tuesday

Wriggle and Read 10.30am
Mitcham Memorial Library | Wednesday
Blackwood Library | Thursday
Fortnightly sessions Click here for dates

Please note that Toys and Talk has not been rescheduled due to COVID restrictions.
Numbers are limited due to physical distancing requirements.
Storytime craft will be demonstrated and craft packs handed out to make at home.
BREAD TAGS FOR WHEELCHAIRS
Mitcham Memorial Library is now a collection point for bread tags.

They will be recycled to fund wheelchairs for South Africans
in need.
CURATED COLLECTIONS - EBOOKS AND AUDIOBOOKS
A collection of beginner friendly instructional eBooks for those wanting to learn to code. 

“Coding is probably the most valuable skill anyone can learn right now. Whether you want to make your own basic website or learn to be a professional Software Developer, this collection will help you begin your coding journey.”

Explore the collection here.
A collection of ‘cosy mysteries’ on eBook and Audiobook.
Full of compelling mysteries without the graphic violence of many crime and thriller books, the ‘cosy’ genre is perfect for readers who are looking for some light-hearted, softboiled escapism​. 
Explore the collection here.

VIEW YOUR BORROWING HISTORY
Opt-in to start keeping a record of your borrowing history.
Like to have a list of what you’ve borrowed from our libraries?
Use it to keep track of the books you’ve already read or even to inspire your next reading pick!

To opt-in to our handy new service, just log in to ‘My Account’ on the catalogue at onecard.network/mitcham

See the easy instructions at: www.libraries.sa.gov.au/borrowinghistory
Note: opting-in cannot be done via the Libraries SA App, however you will be able to view your borrowing history via the App once you have opted-in
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE
A free Justice of the Peace service is available at the Civic Centre, and the Mitcham and Blackwood Libraries.
 
Council offers a free part time Justice of the Peace service for residents who need documents witnessed for official or legal purposes.
Blackwood Library
215 Main Road, Blackwood
Mondays 10am to 12pm
Wednesday 10am to 12pm

Mitcham Memorial Library
154 Belair Road, Hawthorn
Tuesday 10am to 12pm
Friday 10am to 12pm
Saturday 10am to 12pm

Mitcham Civic Centre
131 Belair Road, Torrens Park
Mondays 9.30am to 12pm
Thursdays 9.30am to 12pm

No appointment necessary.
Mitcham Memorial Library
8372 8244

Blackwood Library
8372 8255