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Library Vibe September 2016

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Welcome to the September edition of Library Vibe brought to you by Northern Beaches Council.

 

The Manly Library Book Artists Award for 2017 has just been launched, and any artists’ book which has been created in the past two years is eligible for entry. Works will be selected and judged by Ben Rak and Dr Michael Hedger. Ben Rak is an artist and independent curator whose work explores the relationship between cultural symbols and consumer culture. Dr Michael Hedger is the Director Manly Art Gallery and Museum. For further information and entry to this exciting opportunity go to www.manly.nsw.gov.au/library/artists-books-page

History Week 2016 - theme of 'Neighbours'

History Week explores how individuals, families and communities have shaped our identity. This year Mona Vale Library will present a display showing the community driven campaign ‘Saving Currawong’.
In 1999 the ‘Friends of Currawong’ group was formed to lead a strong campaign against inappropriate development on this unique site of historical significance. After 12 years the campaign resulted in a big success when the State Government purchased Currawong in 2011 and it became a State Park.

Come and find out more anytime at Mona Vale Library between the 5 -19th September


Forest Neighbours Photographic Exhibition

Come and see how the Forest area has changed over the years.
Exhibition available for viewing between 3rd - 19th September
Belrose Library

Free
Enquiries 9942 2449

 

Historical Excursion to Windsor
A tour-led excursion of Historic Windsor
Fri 14 Oct, 8am-5pm
Tour departs from Dee Why Library
$50 includes bus, entrance into venues, guide and morning tea
You may bring your lunch or purchase lunch at our lunch stop
Bookings essential: open from 23rd September
Enquiries: 9942 2449
 

Children's Book Council of Australia - 2016 Book Awards

 Established in 1945, the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) is a not-for-profit, volunteer run organisation which aims to engage the community with literature for young Australians. The CBCA recently announced its picture book of the year –‘Flight’ by Nadia Wheatley and Armin Greder

Flight begins with a grim black landscape reminiscent of biblical tales. Powerful images lead the reader into a modern day horror story as a family flees persecution. Images of exhausted parents and children, loss and fear are shown. The illustrations stand alone, as a powerful political statement which is gut wrenching at the end, as a young boy and his family still wait for a solution to the refugee crisis.

Winner Reviewed by Robyn, Mona Vale Library storyteller.

 

And also reviewed by Robyn from the shortlisted titles (her personal favourite)! –

Perfect’ by Danny Parker and Freya Blackwood

With our ever present obsession with internet connectivity and screen time, it is refreshing to see and read this ‘perfect’ book. Childhood days spent in the company of siblings, mucking around with everyday things, exploring and discovering outdoor spaces, playing, caring and investigating together. Delightful pictures invite the reader to join in the fun.

Saftey – Togtherness – Family and Nature – an aptly named book!

 

 

School Holiday Fun @ Mona Vale Library

Bushland Bash – Are you interested in meeting some fury and scaly native critters up close?

Wednesday 28th September 10.30 – 11.30am

Age 5 upwards

Free Fun at Mona Vale Library

Bookings essential on 9970 1600

This awesome hands-on experience is supported by the Coastal Environment Centre and Sydney Wildlife volunteers.

 

A Walk on the Wild Side – stories, crafts and drama with Robyn

Thursday 29th September 10.30am - 12noon

Suitable for ages 5-8 years

Free fun at Mona Vale Library

Bookings essential on 9970 1600

 

Games and Lego Drop-in

Wednesday 5th October 10.00am – 6.00pm

Free drop-in activities at Mona Vale Library available all day! Lego, jigsaws and board games

Up, Up and Away

Come along and make planes from a variety of materials and designs before setting them free.


Tue 27 Sep, 10.30am - 12pm, Forestville Library

Thu 29 Sep, 10.30am - 12pm, Dee Why Library

Tue 4 Oct, 10.30am - 12pm, Warringah Mall Library

Thu 6 Oct, 10.30am - 12pm, Belrose Library

Ages 5 – 8

$5

Bookings essential: warringah.nsw.gov.au/library

Enquires: 9942 2449

Animal Asanas Yoga

Stretch like a cat, pose like a peacock and soar like an eagle at this interactive, animal-themed yoga session for kids.

 

Wed 28 Sep, 10 - 11am, Warringah Mall Library

Wed 28 Sep, 1 - 2pm, Dee Why Library

Wed 5 Oct, 10 - 11am, Belrose Library

Wed 5 Oct, 1 - 2pm, Forestville Library

Ages 8 – 12

$5

Bookings essential: warringah.nsw.gov.au/library

Enquiries: 9942 2449

Special FX Make-Up Workshop

Get your ghoul on and learn how to create a sugar skull and zombie look.

Thu 6 Oct, 2 - 5pm, Warringah Mall Library

Ages 15 – 20

$5

Bookings essential: warringah.nsw.gov.au/library

Enquiries: 9942 2449

 

HSC Lock-In

Northern Beaches libraries are offering HSC students special times, spaces and free pizza. For a full list of additional openings at Forestville Library, Warringah Mall Library and Manly Library go to northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.

Mona Vale Library 6 – 9pm. Doors lock at 6.15pm.

Wednesday 5th October

Wednesday 12th October

Wednesday 19th October

 

HSC HELP

During the school holidays we will have a representative from our youth & families team in the Mona Vale library to help with any HSC questions. For more information please email youth@pittwater.nsw.gov.au.

 

The View Finder: what to borrow next?

Top Picks – Crime drama available to borrow

True Detective (Season 1 and 2)

Each season is structured as a self-contained story following various sets of characters and settings. Great acting in what is likely to become a viewing obsession!

 

Happy Valley (Series 1 and 2)

Quality, well written British crime drama, filmed and set in the Calder Valley.

 

Fargo (Season 1 and 2)

A black comedy crime drama, inspired by the 1996 film of the same name. Each episode opens with the dubious yet tantalising claim that –

‘This is a true story. The events took place in Minnesota in (year). At the request of the survivors, the names have been changed. Out of respect for the dead, the rest has been told exactly as it occurred.’

 

Broadchurch (Series 1 and 2)

A British television crime drama set in a fictional close-knit small town. Great acting in this bona fide national obsession in the UK.

 

Hinterland

A police detective drama series set in Wales, and unique in showcasing dialogue in both English and Welsh.

 

The Fall (Series 1 and 2)

Literary tie in! – The title of this series is a reference to the line ‘Falls the Shadow’ from the poem ‘The Hollow Men’ by T.S Eliot.

Set in Northern Ireland and featuring great performances from Gillian Anderson and Jamie Dornan, reviews for The Fall have been overwhelmingly positive.

Thought for the day

‘If I was a book, I would like to be a library book, so I would be taken home by all different sorts of kids.’ Cornelia Funke

 

Look out for the October edition of Vibe for details on upcoming author talks, and well-being events for Mental Health Month! 

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