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School Holiday Fun for kids

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Prehistoric Animals Activities 2pm - 4pm (ages 9-12years)Presented by Arts Margaret River these FREE holiday activities will entertain and educate the kids. Create a Line drawing 'Pop Art style' of Prehistoric creatures followed by a dinosaur hunt for a chance to win giveaways.NUMBERS LIMITED - BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. A parent or guardian is required to be...

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School Holiday Fun for kids

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Prehistoric Animals Activities (Ages 5 to 8 years) Presented by Arts Margaret River these FREE holiday activities will entertain and educate the kids. Learn about prehistoric animals and make a Meganeura (giant dragonfly) followed by a dinosaur hunt for a chance to win giveaways.NUMBERS LIMITED - BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. A parent or guardian is required to...

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School Holiday Fun for kids

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Prehistoric Animals Activities 2pm - 4pm (ages 9-12years)Presented by Arts Margaret River these FREE holiday activities will entertain and educate the kids. Create a Line drawing 'Pop Art style' of Prehistoric creatures followed by a dinosaur hunt for a chance to win giveaways.NUMBERS LIMITED - BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. A parent or guardian is required to be...

Free

School Holiday Fun for Kids

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Prehistoric Animals Activities (Ages 5 to 8 years) Presented by Arts Margaret River these FREE holiday activities will entertain and educate the kids. Learn about prehistoric animals and make a Meganeura (giant dragonfly) followed by a dinosaur hunt for a chance to win giveaways.NUMBERS LIMITED - BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. A parent or guardian is required to...

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Meet Spaced 4 Rural Utopias Artist In Residence – Ella Sutherland

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Margaret River Library is hosting an information session about the Spaced 4: Rural Utopias program and introducing the artist in residence, Sydney-based artist Ella Sutherland on Wednesday 18th March, 4 - 5.30pm. Light refreshments provided. Come along to the library to hear Soula Veyradier introduce the program and welcome Ella Sutherland to Margaret River. Find...

No one was watching: an author talk by Dr Annie Horner

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

'No One Was Watching' provides an alternative, imaginative entree into the once-hidden world of 'Forgotten Australians', a cohort of non- Indigenous men and women who were institutionalised as children.As one anonymous care-leaver begged ' Let our histories be visible’. The author hopes her book does just that and that these stories remind us of both...

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Author talk by Lily Malone

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Join us at both libraries to meet local author Lily Malone as she talks about herself, her latest series of books and her writing career. All welcome. Margaret River Library, Thursday 27th Feb, 6 - 7.30pm Augusta Library, Tuesday 10th March, 10 - 11am Light refreshments provided. Please RSVP to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

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Art event celebrates the artists’ journey

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Margaret River Library is hosting a community celebration to recognise the work of visual artist Dr Michael Wise and current Cocoon Gallery exhibitor and conceptual artist Natalia Ford. The event, scheduled for 6pm to 7.30pm on Thursday 28 November 2019, will include a hosted interactive discussion about the individual approaches the artists took to achieve...

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Three Capes Track Tasmania: a travel talk by Dr Pam Lynch

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Four days, three nights, stunning coastline with spectacular dolomite pillars rising in their architectural magnificence from the ocean floor. Autumn colours dripping in the misty rain, silence, a climb to the top of Mt Fortescue, a Lord of the Rings type magical forest, green and mossy and dark and dank and then an unrivaled view...

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Writing workshop at the Margaret River Library

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Saturday 2nd November, 10am - 1pm. RSVP to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600 Aimed at people 18+ this workshop is less about the writing craft than about habit-building and the psychological aspects of creativity. It draws on the latest research from self-help, psychology and business and applies the strategies to creativity. Join Annabel smith, as...

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Meet the artist – Carol Seeley

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

The Margaret River Library invites the community to meet emerging artist Carol Seeley, Thursday 26th   September from 6pm to 7pm. If you haven’t had the opportunity to admire her exhibition at the Cocoon Gallery, the event will provide the perfect chance to enjoy her work while showing support for the emerging artist. RSVP’s would be...

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Twine Weaving Demonstration

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

We are hosting weaving expert Cynamon Aeria for a twine weaving demonstration at the Margaret River Library on Thursday 19th September, 5 – 7pm This is a family friendly event with light refreshments provided. Cynamon will be demonstrating how to weave a basket large enough to hold the library’s puppet collection using rope and hand-made...

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The Happy Bowel book talk by Dr Michael Levitt

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

The Margaret River Library is really pleased to be hosting a talk by Dr Michael Levitt on Saturday 31st August, 2 – 3pm about his book ‘The Happy Bowel: a user-friendly guide to bowel health for the whole family’. He is a specialist colorectal surgeon with a particular interest in the management of functional bowel...

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Helen Henderson in conversation with Bill Bunbury

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Thursday June 6th, 6 - 7:30pm at the Margaret River Library. Please RSVP to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au "A greater prize than gold" by Helen and Bill Henderson is a comprehensive biographical work about Augustus Oldfield and his botanical expeditions throughout Australia including the South West. Light refreshments provided after the talk.

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Find your creative mojo: an author talk by Josh Langley

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

What is creativity and where does it come from? Can anyone be creative? Josh Langley will share his unconventional views and offers some life-affirming advice that might kick start your own creative pursuits. All welcome and light refreshments will be served after the talk. Please RSVP to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

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Writing workshop with Annabel Smith

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Any writers struggling with establishing and maintaining a regular writing practice will benefit from this workshop hosted by Annabel Smith. The FREE, 3 hour workshop delves into the thoughts and feelings that hold us back from achieving our full potential as writers such as self-doubt, fear of rejection and criticism, procrastination and perfectionism. Learn strategies...

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Author talk by Rachael Johns

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Meet WA's award winning author Rachael Johns when she presents her latest novel, 'Lost without you'. Light refreshments provided. All welcome and the Library is an easily accessible venue. Please RSVP by 7th November to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600  

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Author talk by Faye Bohling

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

A MEMOIR OF A WESTERN AUSTRALIAN GIRL – FAYE BOHLING Faye will be speaking at the Margaret River Library on Thursday 25th October, 6 – 7:30pm Light refreshments provided. Please RSVP by 24th October to: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600

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Noongar Boodjar Language Lessons

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Charmaine Councillor from the Noongar Boodjar Language Centre is running Noongar Language lessons at the Margaret River Library commencing Thursday 30th August. The language lessons go for 2 hours, each Thursday for 5 weeks. Due to popular demand there are 2 sessions to choose from. Session 1: 2 - 4pm Session 2: 5:30 - 7:30pm...

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Fantasy author talk by Nicola Sheridan

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Thursday 10 May, 6 – 7.30pm Free event with light refreshments provided Nicola E. Sheridan is a West Australian author of paranormal/fantasy romance. A qualified teacher and archaeologist, she has...

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Book launch of ‘Cassie’s Coven’ series by Helen Allan

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Join local author and English teacher Helen Allan to celebrate the launch of her new book series aimed at 8 - 11 year olds who enjoy magic and mystery. This is a chance to meet the author, buy a signed copy of the books and perhaps win a lucky door prize. Free, family friendly school...

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Rebecca Cool book launch at the library!

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Join us to celebrate the new children's picture book illustrated by Rebecca Cool and written by Albany author, Sian Turner. This bright and cheerful story will delight with its classic Rebecca Cool artworks and Australian story. Original artworks will be on display in the library on the night. Come along to meet Rebecca and Sian...

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Magical storytelling workshop with Kitsiri DeSilva

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Learn how to bring stories to life with storytelling techniques presented by Kitsiri DeSilva. Participants will gain increased confidence in self-expression; learn spontaneous creative thinking; and how to create a powerful impact and lasting rapport.   Storytelling techniques: Express character through body shaping and movement Voice approaches for character embodiment Fun interactive ways to engage your...

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Author talk by Julie Ankers at the Margaret River Library

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Julie Ankers from the Blue Mountains will talk about her novel, "Feisty, Fabulous and 50+". A collection of 21 'warts and all' auto-biographical stories of women navigating their way through their 50s and beyond. The stories are inspirational, frank and uplifting. Light refreshments provided after the talk and copies of the book will be available...

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FREE Community Screenings

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

The 2017 Community Screenings Program is a celebration of West Australian film. Some of our chosen pieces are filmed in locations you’ll recognise around our beautiful state, or based on a familiar WA story. Come down to spot some iconic locations or learn about an Australian film you didn’t know was shot around WA. https://cinefestoz.com/festival-program/community-screenings/...

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Author talk by Linda Bettenay

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

All welcome to a talk by Linda Bettenay, author of 'The apple core wars'. Linda is famous for spinning Aussie yarns and storytelling. Light refreshments provided after the talk. Please RSVP by 14th June to the Margaret River Library.

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Seasons and seasonings in a teapot: an anthology of rural family life

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Author talk by Sarah Evans about her lifestyle recipe book at the Margaret River Library on Thursday 18th May. All welcome and light refreshments provided after the talk. Please RSVP by 17th May.

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In the spotlight: promoting you and your unique product

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

This two hour workshop is designed for South-West women who make and create items for sale. Learn how to craft an online profile and description of products for the Womanmade website as well as the artisans own promotional material. RSVP to the library by May 17th.

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ANZAC author talk at Margaret River Library

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Please join us to meet and greet the award winning author Dianne Wolfer as she presents a fascinating talk about Anzac. She has been experiencing huge success with all of her titles with ’The Lighthouse Girl’ currently being made into a play by the Black Swan Theatre and serving as inspiration for PIAF’s giant puppets...

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Adventure talk by Dr Pam Lynch

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Pam will talk about her trek to Everest Base Camp and her experiences in the mountains during and after the earthquake that hit Nepal. Afternoon tea provided.

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Madelaine Dickie author talk at the Margaret River Library

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Join us for our final author talk this year with a lively talk by Madelaine Dickie. Madelaine not only talks about surfing but the cultural differences between countries and her adventures pursuing the perfect waves. If you missed her at the 2016 Margaret River Readers and Writers festival, now is your chance. Her first novel...

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An afternoon with Julie Kinney “Garden Wanderer”

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Join us for a presentation by the author of ‘The garden wanderer’. Margaret River local Julie Kinney will share her passion for exploring gardens, show the wonderful images from her book and talk about the publishing process. Devonshire tea will follow the talk and copies of the book will be available to purchase. Please rsvp...

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CinefestOz Film Festival Community Screenings – Margaret River Library

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Come along and enjoy one of our popular free community screenings at accessible locations across the South West. This year's program features a focus on women filmmakers in Australia. Incredible films created by the best in the industry will be screened, showcasing an array of classic Australian films mixed with modern productions.

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Movie night at the Margaret River Library

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Join us for the screening of 'Bag it', in support of Plastic Free July. Please RSVP by 20 July as seats are limited in the library cinema! Light refreshments will...

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Author talk at the Margaret River Library by Dave Goddard

Margaret River Library Fearn Avenue, Margaret River, WA, Australia

Join us as we host West Australian author Dave Goddard on Thursday 7 July, 6—7:30pm Dr Goddard has worked as an educator and a facilitator for change, specialising in Aboriginal Community Development, working between bureaucracies and remote communities. Out of this experience he has woven real stories that try to paint a positive picture of...

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