Check out our Events and Programs Guide for March, April and May 2021.
We have prepared many exciting events for autumn - for all ages and interests.
Whether you are interested in the regular sessions, or art workshops, candle making, macrame, 3D printing, cupcake decorating, author talks, budgeting, wet felting, crystal embroidery, creative journal writing for young people, popstick craft, Lego for kids and adults, junior robotics or school holiday activities - there are too many to mention - you will find them all at your local library.
Join us for an online conversation with award-winning journalist and author Barry Divola about his latest novel Driving Stevie Fracasso.
Two estranged brothers, one stolen car and a road trip from Texas to New York. What could possibly go wrong?
Thursday 29 April, 6pm - 7pm via ZOOM
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Local author Moira Yeldon will discuss her book Chasing Marigolds, an inspirational journey of healing and wisdom, fun and food blended with the sensuality and vibrancy of India.
Thursday 29 April 2021, 11am to 12pm
Bookings essential.
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The Pop Up Library at the Coastal Community Centre will be returning on a fortnightly basis alternating between a Tuesday morning and Thursday afternoon.
The Pop Up Library will provide the community with access to limited IT services including printing for a small fee, as well as job searching and resume assistance.
A small lending library will be available for customers to browse through and borrow from, with a good range of resources for all ages.
For more information contact rclcontact@rockingham.wa.gov.au.
| Date | Time |
|---|
| Thursday 18 March 2021 | 1pm-4.30pm |
| Tuesday 30 March 2021 | 9am-12.30pm |
| Thursday 15 April 2021 | 1pm-4.30pm |
| Tuesday 27 April 2021 | 9am-12.30pm |
Get crafty every month with a different activity for adults across all four libraries.
In March it's all about using popsticks - attend to make a hexagonal shelf and a fruit bowl. Ages 18+.
Bookings essential.
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The Community Arts Program at Mary Davies Library and Community Centre provides a series of fun and engaging sessions for adults.
The sessions are designed to support and nurture community connectedness and wellbeing.
Workshops on various themes are facilitated by an artist in the Corella Art and Craft Space with equipment and instructions provided.
Bookings are essential. (Payment for the classes is required seven days prior to the event.)
Patchwork and Quilting
This series is for 12 weeks over the period of March, April and May 2021, starting Monday 8 March, 9am - 1pm. Fee: $30 (for the 12 weeks).
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Macrame
Saturday 13 March, 10am - 3pm. Fee: $35
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Wet Felting
Thursday 25 March, 10am - 3pm. Fee: $20
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Japanese Boro Bag
Wednesday 28 April, 10am - 3pm. Fee: $15
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Mosaic Art
This workshop runs for three weeks, starting Tuesday 4 May, 11am - 2pm. Fee: $30 (for the three weeks).
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Learn some new skills and make new friends at our regular community groups at Mary Davies Library and Community Centre.
Join the Adult Lego and Sewing Group regular sessions. Bookings are not required.
Make some new friends and learn some new skills at our regular community group meetings at Rockingham Central Library. Groups include the Rockingham City Chess Connection Group and the Crochet Group.
All welcome, no bookings are required.
On the first Thursday of every month Safety Bay Library presents lunchtime films for your enjoyment (12pm - 2pm).
Bring your lunch but coffee and tea is provided. Audience members must be 18+.
Bookings essential.
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Are you interested in learning a bit more about technology but aren't quite sure where to start?
Our libraries are running the IT20 Program – short, one-on-one 20 minute sessions.
For more information and bookings please visit your local library.
Our Book Clubs are a great way to meet to discuss books, discover new authors and make new friends.
For more information or to register your interest contact your local library.