Check the upcoming programs and events at our libraries.
Regular Programs on offer:
Day & Date: TuesdayVenue: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, ForrestfieldTime: 12:00pm – 2:30pm
For community members whose first language is not English. Kelas Pertuturan Bahasa Inggeris | 英语会话课 | Aulas de conversação em inglês | 英語話す授業
The classes are run by friendly and dedicated volunteers who will help you to:
There is no need to sign up, just come along to the library. Please join us and improve your English skills.
Day & Date: Every Tuesday Venue: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, ForrestfieldTime: 10:00am – 11:30am
Need a hand with your smartphone? Would you like to read or listen to books on your tablet? Or send a text, use social media or download an app?
Tech Chat is an informal information session where you will be able to ask questions and learn about your smartphone, tablet or other mobile device.
Day: MondaysVenue: Lesmurdie Library, 21 Reid Road, Lesmurdie.Time: 2pm-3pm
Day: ThursdaysVenues: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, Forrestfield and Kalamunda Library, 7 Williams Street, KalamundaTime: 2pm–4pm
Consider. Reflect. Share. Repeat.
Day & Date: Every second Friday Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High WycombeTime: 3.30pm to 4.45pm
At High Wycombe Library we will tackle the big questions. All are welcome to share their thoughts and insights. Respect and tolerance are non-negotiable. Members are encouraged to borrow books and magazines from our recently expanded Philosophy collection. No bookings required
Come and have a game of scrabble with us and get wordy!
Day & Date: FridayVenue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High WycombeTime: 10.00am - 12noon
Drop in & play-all skill levels are welcome. No bookings required.
Check Out & Return Seeds - Promoting sustainability, community collaboration and engagement through sharing of seeds and knowledge.
Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe
‘Check out’ up to 2 packets of seeds from the library - free!Plant the seeds in your garden, care for them, reap the harvest and enjoy your produce.‘Return’ seeds saved from your crop back to the libraryGrow your gardening knowledge by borrowing books from our collectionContact us on 9257 9974 to learn more!
A great way to discover new book genres and discuss them in a friendly group.
Day & Date: Third Wednesday of each monthVenue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High WycombeTime: 10am
Each month we choose a title from a book set and read the same title to share in the discussion; alternatively, sometimes we choose a genre theme where we read a different book from a particular genre. Eg Mystery, Romance, Humour, Historical, Drama etc and discuss and share our different titles. If you would like to join us, please phone High Wycombe Library on 9257 9974 for further details.
Book Club
Book clubs are a great opportunity to meet people, discover new authors, expand your reading, and engage in lively discussions and debates!
Day & Date: 4th Tuesday of each month (during school terms only)Venue: Lesmurdie Library, 21 Reid Road, LesmurdieTime: 6.30pm - 7.30pm Each month we discuss a pre-selected book(s). Join this local friendly group to share ideas and experiences about books. Please contact the Lesmurdie Library staff for further details.
Be Connected is a free Australian Government program to help ages 50+ get the most out of going online.
Day & Date: Every Thursday Venue: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, ForrestfieldTime: 2.00pm - 4.00pmWe can help you realise the full potential of going online, including being safe, learning how to shop online, using social media and much more. Please contact the Forrestfield Library staff for further details and to book.
Held weekly during school term time.
Bookings are only required if you intend to bring a group in, please phone the library you wish to attend to organise a group booking.More information about these sessions can be found here
Table 1. Rhymetime and storytime session times and locations
Join us on Saturday morning to create your own LEGO masterpiece. We provide the LEGO, you build your creation.
Builders also have the chance to win a LEGO lucky dip prize by completing an entry form. The lucky winners will be notified by phone or email at the end of the month. Aimed at primary school age children. Parental supervision is required.
Day: Saturday Time: 9.00am - 11.30amVenue: Lesmurdie Library, 21 Reid Road, Lesmurdie | High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe
Come and get crafty at High Wycombe Library!
All craft supplies are provided. Aimed at primary school age children. Parental supervision is required.
Day: MondayTime: 3.30pm [during the school term]Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe
Encompassing Science, crafts, and fun! Join us to discover and create something new each week.
Aimed at ages 4-10 years. Parental supervision is required.
Day: SaturdayTime: 10.00am - 11.00am [during school term]Venue: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, Forrestfield
The libraries hold fun, exciting and educational programs during the school holidays suitable for children and teenagers aged 4-16 years.
Find out more about what we offer for the younger generation here
Join Olman Walley at High Wycombe Library for this FREE talk as he shares stories, history, music, dance and knowledge of his wonderful ancient culture.
Do you want more birds around your home? Do you wish for more flowers, bees and butterflies but only have a small space? Would you like to help our local wildlife to survive in our drying climate? Yes! Then come along to this talk with local habitat gardener, WA native plant lover and bird enthusiast, Rachel Green, on how to create a habitat garden in Kalamunda, however big or small your garden space.
Join us at Kalamunda Library and find out about the joys of greyhound adoption with the Greyhounds as Pets WA Network.
Join Olman Walley at Lesmurdie Library for this FREE talk as he shares stories, history, music, dance and knowledge of his wonderful ancient culture.
Join Olman Walley at Kalamunda Library for this FREE talk as he shares stories, history, music, dance and knowledge of his wonderful ancient culture.
Would you like to learn how to build, install, monitor and maintain durable, pest-resistant nest boxes that cater for a suite of backyard wildlife? Join us at Forrestfield Library for this FREE event to find out how.
Would you like to learn how to build, install, monitor and maintain durable, pest-resistant nest boxes that cater for a suite of backyard wildlife? Join us at High Wycombe Library for this FREE event to find out how.
Kalamunda Library in partnership with Communicare invite you to attend this free workshop that will inform parents on the value of play and different, creative ways to interact with their child to support their development.
All are welcome to join us at Kalamunda Library as the 2023 Local History Award winners are announced. Dr Leigh Straw, Associate Professor of History at Notre Dame University, will be the guest presenter at Kalamunda Library for the inaugural Local History Awards Ceremony.
Celebrate Harmony Week at Kalamunda Library with the Red Cross. In Search of Safety is a Red Cross Community Education Program that discusses the real situation faced by people seeking asylum in Australia.
Would you like to learn how to build, install, monitor and maintain durable, pest-resistant nest boxes that cater for a suite of backyard wildlife? Join us at Kalamunda Library for this FREE event to find out how.
Would you like to learn how to build, install, monitor and maintain durable, pest-resistant nest boxes that cater for a suite of backyard wildlife? Join us at Lesmurdie Library for this FREE event to find out how.
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