The Mitcham Library Service is continuing to operate due to COVID-19 in a safe manner including masks, QR codes and hand sanitiser. We monitor and review the situation and provide updates on our social media channels and website. |
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BLACKWOOD TOY LIBRARY
Closing Thursday 4 November
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Construction is starting soon on our exciting new home at the Blackwood Hub, due to open in mid-2023.
While the Hub is being built, you can continue to use your Toy Library membership at the Mitcham Memorial Library.
If you have Blackwood Toy Library items to return after Thursday 4 November, return them during opening hours to either the Blackwood Library or Mitcham Memorial Library.
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BLACKWOOD LIBRARY CLOSURE DAY
Monday 15 November
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During this time the self service kiosks will be replaced.
- The after-hours chutes will be available.
- No holds will expire on that day.
- JP Service will be available at Sam Duluk MP’s office in Young Street, Blackwood 9am - 5pm or Mitcham Memorial Library 10am - 12pm.
- Enquiries and assistance via 8372 8255.
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DAVID CRONIN - AUTHOR TALK
Mitcham Memorial Library | Thursday 4 November | 6pm
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Health and happiness with humour
Join author David Cronin at this fun and laughter filled event and learn how to beat stress and find health and happiness with humour.
Books will be available for sale and signing
Free | Bookings essential via Eventbrite here
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IN OTHER WORDS - OzAsia Festival
Mitcham Memorial Library
Saturday 5 November | 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 6 November | 2pm - 5pm
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The Mitcham Library will be live streaming parts of the festival.
This festival explores both intimate stories and big ideas by bringing together writers, artists and thinkers for conversations about family, COVID-19, leadership, grief, trauma, sex and history.
Free | Limited seating | Bookings not required
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MATHS FUN FOR UNDER 5s
Mitcham Memorial Library | Tuesdays 9, 16, 23, 30 November
10.30am - 11.30am
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Maths Fun for Under 5s is a free 4 week hands-on program that involves young children and their families in early maths experiences that are both educational and fun! Supported by the Smith Family Foundation, children get to explore many aspects of maths in a relaxed and stimulating way.
Each week we will cover a new and exciting topic, though fun and play based learning.
By engaging with your child through Maths Fun, you will gain an understanding about the importance of positive early maths experiences, and create the opportunity for your child to explore and learn.
Please note bookings are for all 4 weeks. | Suitable for ages 3 to 5 years
Free | Limited spaces | Bookings essential via Eventbrite here
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SPEECH PATHOLOGY TALK
Mitcham Memorial Library
Wednesday 17 November | 6.30pm
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Speech pathologist Alison Spurr and the team from Sound Bites Therapy Services are delighted to be taking part in the annual Speechie Library Talks campaign to help support children’s language and literacy development in the Mitcham community.
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This talk will give parents and carers a unique opportunity to learn more about how they can help develop their child’s language and literacy and help to set them up for success.
Free | Bookings essential via Eventbrite here
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DECORATIVE BEADED HANGING WORKSHOP
Blackwood Library | Saturday 20 November | 10.30am - 12pm
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Create a beautiful hanging for a sheltered spot on your veranda or on your wall, from repurposed or new beads and decorative wire. Set your creativity free while you learn some basic beading techniques.
Materials supplied but bring some old beaded jewellery to repurpose if you wish.
For adults | $10 per person | Bookings essential via Eventbrite here
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LEGO® STEM CREATE AND CODE WORKSHOP
Mitcham Memorial Library | Saturday 27 November | 2pm - 3pm
Blackwood Library | Saturday 4 December | 2pm - 3pm
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Join us for a fun and interactive LEGO coding session with Ben from Learn With Bricks. During this one-hour session you will build your own LEGO creation then use a tablet to code, control and bring it to life! No experience is necessary.
Recommended for kids aged 7-12 years old.
$5 per person | Limited places | Bookings essential through Eventbrite
Mitcham session here | Blackwood session here
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GALLERY EXHIBITION & STORYWALK
Mitcham Memorial Library | November
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Join us this November as we celebrate
Gary Lee-Gaston, Australian artist and sculptor.
An exhibition of prints of Gary's distinctive artwork, featuring well know Mitcham locations will be displayed in Mitcham Memorial Library.
The images can also be viewed in our storywalk, following the creek line.
2022 calendars and artwork are available for purchase from the Library.
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CAROLS AT KINGSWOOD OVAL
Kingswood Oval | Saturday 27 November | 6pm - 9pm
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Celebrate with us this Christmas!
Along with a COVID-safe Carols at Kingswood Oval, this year City of Mitcham residents are invited to enjoy the festive season by visiting our Christmas Celebration Space at CC Hood Reserve, Panorama and exploring the city’s best lights displays using our interactive map. Have a chance to win one of 6 x $250 gift vouchers by registering your house lights.
Visit here for more information on the Christmas Festival.
Limited tickets for Carols
Bookings essential via Eventbrite here
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CHRIS HAMMER - AUTHOR TALK
Online | Wednesday 10 November | 6pm
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Hosted for SA Libraries by Onkaparinga Libraries online, Chris Hammer talks about his new book Treasure and Dirt.
Chris Hammer was a journalist for more than thirty years. He reported from more than 30 countries on 6 continents for SBS TV. In Canberra, roles included chief political correspondent for The Bulletin, senior writer for The Age and Online Political Editor for The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald. Chris has written 2 non-fiction titles and 4 crime fiction books, his latest being Treasure and Dirt.
Free | Bookings essential through Eventbrite here
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NEW WRITERS GROUP
Mitcham Memorial Library | Monthly
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A writing group is a circle of people who meet regularly to read, discuss, and critique one another's work. The library is looking at establishing a free new Writers' Group that will meet monthly at Mitcham Memorial Library.
Register your interest in an email to library@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au
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HOW TO BE SAFE ONLINE:
PRESENTED BY CYBERSAFE FAMILIES
Blackwood Library | Thursday 2 December | 6.30pm
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The session will be run by Cybersafe Families, a provider endorsed by the eSafety Commissioner, to share the latest research and best practice approaches to online safety education. The evening session will provide participants with strategies to help make their online environments cyber safe. Participants are encouraged to bring their device to the presentation, and will be guided through how to check the privacy and security settings.
Some of the topics included in this session are:
- Using safe passwords
- Paying and shopping safely online
- Avoiding scams and tricks
- Downloading and Saving documents
- Connecting with others online
Free | Bookings essential through Eventbrite here
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MITCHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY CAPITAL WORKS |
The City of Mitcham is installing some great new toilets in the children’s area. There are also renovations being undertaken in the staff area. Please be assured the work will be completed as soon as possible but you may need to take this into account when using the facilities. |
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TAX HELP
Blackwood Library | Thursdays | 10am – 12pm
Mitcham Memorial Library | Fridays | 12pm – 2pm
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The Blackwood and Mitcham Memorial Libraries now have a recognised MyTax consultant to assist people, who earn around $60,000 or less, with their tax returns. For more information visit the Australian Tax Office Tax Help Program.
Free | Bookings essential, phone 8372 8244 (Mitcham) or 8372 8255 (Blackwood)
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After over 30 years of working for the Library Service Wendy is retiring!
Generations of local children and families have enjoyed her stories at storytime and babytime. Her smiling happy face will be missed by all the staff and customers.
Thank you Wendy.
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Mitcham Memorial Library
8372 8244
Blackwood Library
8372 8255
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