Update regarding Lilydale Library

Lilydale library has re-opened this afternoon. Currently there is no Internet due to some technical issues. We are trying to rectify this.

Cheers, Maryanne

Lilydale and Mt Evelyn libraries closed - no power

I've just been advised that Lilydale and Mt Evelyn libraries are closed and are unlikely to re-open today as a result of damage at the Lilydale substation.

Croydon library was briefly closed but has now re-opened.

UPDATE: I've just found out that the Ranges Mobile will not be at Ferny Creek today because of the severe weather.

Drive carefully everyone, get home safe.

Cheers, Maryanne

fretshop

Live at Rowville Library for Youth week 2008

Come along to Rowville library for a performance of the fretshop youth guitar collective.

fretshop is a youth ministry project run by the Rowville Uniting Church to encourage a positive, creative outlet for local teenagers through playing guitars and learning from each other.

When: Thursday 10th April 5:30- 6pm
Where: Rowville Library, Stud Park Shopping Centre, Stud Road, Rowville
Ph: 9294 1300

Also check out the events happening in the Knox, Maroondah (pdf, 194Kb) and Yarra Ranges areas or around Australia at the National Youth week website.

Cheers, Maryanne

Bookchat with Stephanie Tolan

Stephanie Tolan, Newberry Honor Book award winner for her novel Surviving the Applewhites, will discuss the book and her work with home-schooled and gifted children.

When: Wednesday 9th April 10:30-11:30am
Where: Belgrave Library, Reynolds Lane, Belgrave
Cost: $20 ($30 for families)
Bookings ph97547266
Payments to: Gifted Resources,
PO Box 4176, Croydon Hills 3136

Cheers, Maryanne

Branch blogs

There are some members that just want to keep up-to-date with what's on at their library. So I've been working on creating some blogs for the branches to update. These will take the place of the branch newsletters. Maybe we'll save a few trees.

So far the branch blogs that are available are:

• Read around the clock - Rowville library
• Knox Knews - Knox library
• oneforthebooks - Lilydale library

This What's New blog will still highlight what's happening around our region.

Cheers, Maryanne

Bollywood Dancing Workshop

Knox teenagers will have some fun this week with a Bollywood dancing workshop.
Remember to wear comfortable clothes and removable shoes.

When: Thursday 3rd April 7pm
Where: Knox Library, 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South
Cost: Gold coin donation
Bookings essential Ph: 9801 1422

Cheers, Maryanne

Eastern Regional Libraries Military History Group

Interested in all things relating to Military History? Come along and join the Eastern Regional Libraries Military History Group

• meet fellow enthusiasts
• share information
• have memorabilia identified
• receive help with service histories
• borrow new ERL titles on military matters

Free Event. Contact Alan Bennett 93945640 for further details

When: Friday 18th April, Friday 27th June, Friday 29th August, Friday 31st October, Friday 5th December from 2pm
Where: Croydon Library, Civic Square, Croydon Ph: 9294 5640

Cheers, Maryanne

Yarra Junction Around Words

April's session of Around Words is on Wednesday 9th April 11am. Join us for readings, conversation, coffee and cake.

Cheers, Maryanne