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 Bercakap Bahasa Inggeris | 英语会话课 | Aulas de conversação em inglês | 英語話す授業
Day & Date: Wednesday 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 relax with some afternoon tea while learning 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!
Have you always liked the idea of joining a book club, but had concerns about committing to reading the book? Meet our new Book Discussion Group!
Day & Date: Third Wednesday of each month Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High WycombeTime: 10am
Each month we suggest a discussion topic. Patrons are invited to read (or listen to - or even watch) any book, audiobook or DVD based on that topic or theme. We can help you find material from our collection. Your reading (or listening or viewing) can inform your contribution to a discussion held at the library. No bookings required
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.
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 onlyVenue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe
An official CoderDojo program
This is a fantastic FREE opportunity for students and parents to learn the basics of coding in a safe and structured environment. We request that parents/guardians attend with their child and encourage them to participate in the sessions. A structured learning plan will be provided and will include; a set of Arduino projects, create and customise a Web Journal / Personal Page(s), choose from a selection mini projects and bring your own project and get coding assistance. Returning participants please note that the Arduino projects are the same as those completed in Term 1. This FREE program is suitable for ages 10 - 12 years. Bookings essential via *https://zen.coderdojo.com/dojos/au/kalamunda-wa/kalamunda-wa*Users can now access the official projects and earn badges.
Day: ThursdayTime: 3.15pm - 4.45pm during the school term only (commencing Term 3 - 5 August 2021)Venue: Kalamunda Library, 7 Williams Street, Kalamunda
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
Learn how to prepare for any emergency in a FREE session delivered by Red Cross. Discover how you can prepare your household for an emergency at a dynamic Red Cross Preparedness Session.
High Wycombe Library invite you join them with special guest storyteller Glenn Swift for our special Christmas storytime with Santa & Elf.
Sing along with Lesmurdie Senior High School music students who will be performing Christmas Carols to the accompaniment of their instruments.
Join Rachel from 'Replenish', our local bulk grocery store as she takes us through some simple DIY, budget friendly and low waste Christmas gift ideas using items and ingredients already on hand.
Santa’s eaten too many mince pies, and no-one can wake him up. Forrestfield Library invite you the Pyjama Drama for a Christmas adventure of the imagination as we trek to the North Pole to wake him up.
Join Earth Girl, Karla Hooper for some great sustainable and low waste Christmas gift giving ideas followed by a fun beeswax wrap workshop.
Join us for our annual musical Christmas storytelling event at Kalamunda Library with the fabulous Glenn Swift, Santa and Kira the Harpist!
Kalamunda Library invites you to join West Australian Opera for an evening of Summertime Song and some interesting tales as Terasa Letizia, Education Manager with West Australian Opera, takes us on an adventure through the world of opera in all its majestic glory.
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