Friday, October 25, 2013
Toddler Rhymetimes, Storytimes, Baby Rhyme Times
A reminder that the library service provides weekly and/or monthly early literacy programs right throughout the year. The full list of each program session is available from the library website www.campaspe.vic.gov.au/library The sessions are all based on the premise that reading is a wonderful past time and important for each child's development, as well as being a great thing for parent and child to do together. Depending on the age group attending the sessions are a mixture of reading, songs, finger play activities and craft. All sessions are free and no need to book, just come along and join the fun. Great opportunity for parents to meet new people and socialise. During the summer holidays we will continue with storytimes, as well as great holiday activities. Keep an eye on our website for more details.
Friday, October 18, 2013
Celebrating and Protecting the Environment
This coming week the Library Service is holding two special events which focus on the wonderful environment that we live in.
Next Friday morning, 25 October at 10am the Campaspe Regional Library Echuca is hosting the launch of WICKED (Waste in Campaspe - Know, Educate, Do) The morning proceedings will commence with the program launch at 10.15am by Mayor Clr Ian Maddison, followed by an address by Deputy Mayor Clr Greg Toll. The library team will then conduct a special storytime based on the Waste and Environment theme. Sheri Streilein, Environmental Project Officer - Education, Shire of Campaspe will then deliver a presentation about the WICKED program. Light morning tea will be provided. Please come along and hear all about this wonderful initiative while the children hear some great stories and songs about the environment.
On Sunday 27 October at 2.30pm Leigh Wright will present a talk about his experiences in the Barmah Forest. Leigh has produced a DVD presenting an historical collection of photographs of people and places in the beautiful Barmah Forest and has co-authored two books with Nerelie Teese entitled 'The Barmah Forest in Our Blood' and 'Timber Workers of the Barmah Forest' Come and hear Leigh talk first hand about the memories, people and events that make Barmah so special. Bookings required, please see library website for details.
Look forward to seeing you at either or both of these events.
Next Friday morning, 25 October at 10am the Campaspe Regional Library Echuca is hosting the launch of WICKED (Waste in Campaspe - Know, Educate, Do) The morning proceedings will commence with the program launch at 10.15am by Mayor Clr Ian Maddison, followed by an address by Deputy Mayor Clr Greg Toll. The library team will then conduct a special storytime based on the Waste and Environment theme. Sheri Streilein, Environmental Project Officer - Education, Shire of Campaspe will then deliver a presentation about the WICKED program. Light morning tea will be provided. Please come along and hear all about this wonderful initiative while the children hear some great stories and songs about the environment.
On Sunday 27 October at 2.30pm Leigh Wright will present a talk about his experiences in the Barmah Forest. Leigh has produced a DVD presenting an historical collection of photographs of people and places in the beautiful Barmah Forest and has co-authored two books with Nerelie Teese entitled 'The Barmah Forest in Our Blood' and 'Timber Workers of the Barmah Forest' Come and hear Leigh talk first hand about the memories, people and events that make Barmah so special. Bookings required, please see library website for details.
Look forward to seeing you at either or both of these events.
Monday, October 14, 2013
Successful seniors week
Campaspe Regional Library recently celebrated Victorian Seniors Festival with a number of interesting sessions from 'Upcycled Books' and 'iPad tips and tricks'. Thanks to everyone that came along, the feedback was terrific and we hope to offer more sessions about different uses of technology in the near future.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Authors galore
The Campaspe Regional Library are very fortunate to have three terrific authors visiting the main branch in Echuca over the next couple of weeks.
First of all, this coming Sunday 29th September at 2.30, come and hear Barry Heard talk about his experiences in Vietnam during the Vietnam War as a conscripted infantry-man and radio operator. Barry will talk about his life back in Australia after the war and how he succumbed to a devastating breakdown due to post-traumatic stress disorder. Barry has concentrated on his writing in recent years and has received several prizes, including the Sir Edmund Herring Memorial Award and the Sir Weary Dunlop Prize. Barry's books include The View from Connor's Hill, Well done those men and Tag. Barry will be riveting, confronting and most of all very enlightening. Barry will also share his exciting news that 'Well done those men' will be made into a movie. Please join us for this wonderful free event; bookings are advised and can be made on the library website.
First of all, this coming Sunday 29th September at 2.30, come and hear Barry Heard talk about his experiences in Vietnam during the Vietnam War as a conscripted infantry-man and radio operator. Barry will talk about his life back in Australia after the war and how he succumbed to a devastating breakdown due to post-traumatic stress disorder. Barry has concentrated on his writing in recent years and has received several prizes, including the Sir Edmund Herring Memorial Award and the Sir Weary Dunlop Prize. Barry's books include The View from Connor's Hill, Well done those men and Tag. Barry will be riveting, confronting and most of all very enlightening. Barry will also share his exciting news that 'Well done those men' will be made into a movie. Please join us for this wonderful free event; bookings are advised and can be made on the library website.
On Thursday 3rd October well known and much loved Rachael Treasure will be making a special visit to Echuca on her way through to the Deni Ute Muster. Rachael will be here from 1pm for about an hour to talk about her latest books, meet and greet and sign books for you. Collins Booksellers, Echuca will be selling Rachael's popular books including her latest one The Farmer's Wife and Fifty Bales of Hay.
Dave Morgan will be visiting the Kyabram Branch on Saturday 12th October at 11.30am and Echuca Branch on Sunday 13th October at 2.30pm. Dave is the author of the book "Ice Journey" and he will talk about his experiences with Post Traumatic Distress Disorder after his experiences in the Vietnam War. Dave will also talk about his expeditions to Macquarie Island and Davis Station and his eventful expedition to Casey Station.
So come along, bring a friend and meet people who create wonderful tales about life and who are also able to reflect on their life changing experiences. All events are free, please book online from our library website.
Friday, September 6, 2013
Australian Poetry Slam
The Campaspe Regional Library is pleased to be hosting one of the Victorian Regional Heats. It is on next Friday 13 September. 6pm for 6.30pm start. Come along and take part or come along have may be chosen as one of the judges. It should be a great night, more information about the rules and regulations can be found at http://australianpoetryslam.com/
Great prizes at the National level so you can start your journey here. The winner and runner up of our regional heat will perform at the State Library of Victoria and the winner and runner up of that will then head to Sydney for the national final.
Great prizes at the National level so you can start your journey here. The winner and runner up of our regional heat will perform at the State Library of Victoria and the winner and runner up of that will then head to Sydney for the national final.
Friday, August 23, 2013
Children's Book Week and Campaspe Regional Library Echuca 1st Birthday
One year on since we opened on 24 August 2012 so it is time to celebrate. We would love all of the community to come and celebrate with us tomorrow at Echuca from 10am - 1pm. There will be plenty to entertain the children and adults. We will also be celebrating The Reading Hour at 11am www.love2read.org and International Story Day from 10am http://internationalstoryday.com Look forward to seeing you.
Also thanks to all the students and teachers that took part in our Children's Book Week activities at all of our branches during August, it has been great working with all the pre-schools and schools to acknowledge this special national literary event.
Also thanks to all the students and teachers that took part in our Children's Book Week activities at all of our branches during August, it has been great working with all the pre-schools and schools to acknowledge this special national literary event.
Friday, August 16, 2013
Time to celebrate a special milestone, a national event and an international event!
Can you believe it is 12 months since we opened the new Campaspe Regional Library in Echuca? Next Saturday 24 August we would like to invite the community to come along and celebrate this special anniversary, as well as part as participating in The Reading Hour and International Story Day.
The Echuca branch will be hosting a range of displays and activities from 10am-1pm on the 24th including
The Reading Chair from 11am, special guests will be sharing their love of reading during this time and it will be our official Reading Hour event that is being celebrated across the country. www.love2read.org.au There will also be a collection point for International Story day http://internationalstoryday.com/ , over 900 collection points across the world will be collecting stories written by anonymous participants. Have a look at the website for more information. As well as these activities we will Words on Wheels Storytellers, Teddy Bears Picnic, Craft, Displays and Musical entertainment. A special birthday cake after Teddy Bears Picnic Storytime at 12pm. Another fun day, we have a lot to celebrate. Thankyou to the hundreds of people that visited Dinosaurs Down Under last Saturday - it was just amazing!
We also have a special author talk on next Sunday afternoon 25 August at 2.30. Shannon Leahy will be talking about her book which focusses on raising boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Please check our booking page for more information.
The Echuca branch will be hosting a range of displays and activities from 10am-1pm on the 24th including
The Reading Chair from 11am, special guests will be sharing their love of reading during this time and it will be our official Reading Hour event that is being celebrated across the country. www.love2read.org.au There will also be a collection point for International Story day http://internationalstoryday.com/ , over 900 collection points across the world will be collecting stories written by anonymous participants. Have a look at the website for more information. As well as these activities we will Words on Wheels Storytellers, Teddy Bears Picnic, Craft, Displays and Musical entertainment. A special birthday cake after Teddy Bears Picnic Storytime at 12pm. Another fun day, we have a lot to celebrate. Thankyou to the hundreds of people that visited Dinosaurs Down Under last Saturday - it was just amazing!
We also have a special author talk on next Sunday afternoon 25 August at 2.30. Shannon Leahy will be talking about her book which focusses on raising boys with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Please check our booking page for more information.
