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Cosplay

We had had a wonderful afternoon in Port library last Sunday with an array of colourful manga characters taking to the stage. I am now thinking I will have to read the deathnote books as so many characters came from this series. Along with the cosplay we had wii games, a manga drawing competition & [...]

Storytime for Preschoolers at Kempsey Library

Join our wonderful storytellers for Storytime and Craft at Kempsey Library:
Friday 18th September - Crocodiles 
Friday 23rd October – Dragons & unicorns
Friday 2oth November – Birds    
Friday 18th December – Christmas
The sessions commence at 10.30am and are suitable for children aged 2 to 6 years.  The activity is FREE, and includes stories and a simple craft activity.   Bookings are not necessary, simply turn [...]

Baby Bounce is back in Kempsey Shire

30 minutes of Fun, Song, Bounce & Rhythm for infants from   birth to 2yrs – sessions being held at both Kempsey and Stuarts Point Libraries in November/December….
An opportunity for parent and   baby to socialize & interact whilst helping your child to develop  language skills and a love of reading.  
Kempsey sessions will be held at Kempsey [...]

Book Safari – Children’s Book Week

                                                          
For sixty four years, the Children’s Book Council of Australia has celebrated Australian Children’s Literature.  Each year, judges select a short list of finalists in a variety of different categories.  These categories are Book of the Year for: Older Readers, Younger Readers and Early Childhood.  There is also Picture Book of the Year (for [...]

Reader’s Theatre and Children’s Book Week Party

[ August 26, 2009; 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] If you are between 8 – 12 years old you are invited to give readings or a dramatic performance of your work or of a favourite library book, at a fabulous party to be held at Kempsey Library on Wednesday 26th August.    Two talented staff members will also be performing and getting children involved in the fun.  [...]

Simply Simple Science

[ August 21, 2009; 3:45 pm to 5:45 pm. ] As part of Science Week 2009  children (and parents and carers) are invited to  join staff at Kempsey Library for an afternoon of hands-on science, including scientific experiments using simple ingredients and household items, and amazing optical illusions

The actitivities are FREE,  no need to book

Most suitable for children aged 6 – 12 years 

July School Holidays Schedule – Hastings

[ July 13, 2009 9:30 am to July 24, 2009 5:00 pm. ]

Holiday Activities
with an Aboriginal Perspective
 
Come into the Library during the July School Holidays 2009
& Celebrate NAIDOC Week! Dalang GaRumba will be presenting a series of fun, interactive & educational workshops for young people.
Learn more about Australian Aboriginals & their culture
Click here to view the Schedule

Drug Action Week – Information Morning @ PM

[ June 20, 2009; 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Representatitives from your local Hastings Community Drug Action team will be in the library to answer questions and provide information on support services available in the area. There will also be special visits from Healthy Harold at 10am and 11am and lucky door prizes and other give-aways.

MS Readathon Celebrates 30years!

Australia’s leading reading-based fundraiser is celebrating its 30th year. Since 1979 libraries have had a valuable role in encouraging children to participate. And what better place to find a variety of books to read! The MS Reathon has launched an exciting new website that will give you all the information you need. [...]

BABY BOUNCE AT SOUTH WEST ROCKS!

South West Rocks Library is running a four week baby bounce program. Commencing on Thursday 14 th May, it will be held in the childrens area of the library, starting at 10.30 am. All bubs under two years old (and their mum or dad!) are welcome to come and join the fun, song, bounce and [...]