Have you visited the library yet?
The library reopened on Tuesday 12 October at 10.30am. Please note that there will be restrictions in place under the NSW Health Order.
Restrictions
As per the Health Order everyone must:
- Wear a mask while in the building;
- Only fully vaccinated people and those with medical exemptions will have access; and
- Non-vaccinated young people aged under 16 will be able to visit with vaccinated members of their household.
Non-Vaccinated
If you are not fully vaccinated by Tuesday 12 October and would like to borrow item(s) please contact me via phone, email or Facebook messenger and I will organise this for you.
Launching Monday 1 November
“Fitbit for Reading” Mobile App
The one-of-a-kind Beanstack app lets members log books by scanning their ISBN numbers, keep a log of current and past reading, track daily reading stats, and achieve streaks for reading multiple days in a row. Via the app, parents can assist younger children with their logging and help foster a true reading community.
You do not need to be a member of the library to join. You can register as a family or an individual. Link up with friends and challenge each other. Join the reading challenges created by the library. Leave book reviews for others to see.
To install you can access via one of two ways. Either download the free Beanstack Tracker app from your app store or using your internet go to grenfell.beanstack.org/reader365.
So, sign up and join the challenges on offer.
Christmas Colouring-in Competition for everyone
I have been asked and I am answering, Yes we are having a Christmas Colouring-in Competition. This time though I will have you all do the voting. So, from Tuesday 2 November drop into the library and pick up an entry or two and have them returned by 4pm Tuesday 23 November.
Voting will commence at 10.30am Wednesday 24 November until 4.30pm Tuesday 30 November. The winners will be announced on Wednesday 1 December.
Live event coming up
A special treat for fans of thriller writer Michael Connelly. Michael is streaming live in only two events to Australia this year and one is for the NSW Public Libraries Association. I have 20 free seats available to attend in the Hub on Fri 19 November at 12noon. Doors will open at 11.45am. Bookings must be made via the library to ensure your seat. Please note that you must be fully vaccinated to attend.
Upcoming events
November
Wednesday 3 at 10.30am at Vaughn Park (beside the pool). Preschool Storytime. Bring a blanket to sit on and an old shirt for the kids to wear for craft activities.
Friday 5 at 1pm David Hunt will be in conversation with Wendy Harmer, one of Australia’s much-loved personalities, with the support of NSW Public Libraries Association. Registrations via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/david-hunt-presents-girt-nation-in-conversation-with-wendy-harmer-tickets-172509519617
Thursday 11 at 7pm. PJ Storytime. Doors open at 6.45pm and everyone is welcome to join us.
Wednesday 17 at 10.30am at Vaughn Park (beside the pool). Preschool Storytime. Bring a blanket to sit on and an old shirt for the kids to wear for craft activities.
Fri 19 at 12noon Michael Connelly will be in conversation with Ben Hobson, with the support of NSW Public Libraries Association. Registrations via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/michael-connelly-in-conversation-with-ben-hobson-tickets-189423309217
Wed 24 at 1pm Fiona McIntosh will be in conversation with Mel Tong from Macquarie Regional Library with the support of NSW Public Libraries Association. Registrations via https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/fiona-mcintosh-presents-the-spys-wife-tickets-173101570457
