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25.01.2022 STORYTIME | While the bus driver is away, the pigeon will play but only if you let him! Help Elleni stop this pigeon as she reads ‘Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus’ by Mo Willems. You can download the craft template here: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/preschool-storytime

24.01.2022 STORYTIME | Join Cath and her furry-friend MacTavish for storytime at 10am this morning. Cath and MacTavish will introduce you to Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy and all of his tail-wagging friends. You can download the craft template here https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/preschool-storytime

23.01.2022 STORYTIME | All the birds are looking forward to the Big Beaky Bird Ball. There's going to be food, music, and dancing! Everyone is going to be jumping and jiving... except for Leonard, because Leonard doesn't dance. That is, until a surprise encounter changes everything. Join Lani as she reads 'Leonard Doesn't Dance' by Frances Watts to find out how Leonard perfects his moves! You can download the craft template here: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/preschool-storytime

21.01.2022 Our 'Must Read' collection is a mix of classics old and new and some cult fiction favourites. Make the most of our free Click & Collect service and put one or more on hold today bit.ly/2I2u6Cy #AustraliaReads

21.01.2022 BUBS 'N' BOOKS | Join Penny for songs and rhymes suitable for bubs aged 0-18 months and their carers.

21.01.2022 STAFF PICKS | Sharon felt when she read ‘Phosphorescence’ by Australian journalist, broadcaster, and writer Julia Baird. You might enjoy reading this autobiographical book if you appreciate descriptive, thoughtful narratives about health and well-being. ‘Phosphorescence’ is an illuminating investigation into how we can nurture within ourselves the quality of internal happiness. Sharon felt that this book was very positive and insightful. She said that, ‘Phosphorescence... is easy to read in small bites and is the right book for this year’. Our librarians love to talk about the books they are reading, so feel free to come in and ask for a recommendation!

20.01.2022 STUDY AT THE LIBRARY | We know, many of you have been waiting for this we are finally able to offer free public Wi-Fi and a limited number of library study spaces and tables at our Hornsby and Pennant Hills Libraries again. Limited access to public computers, printing and copying is also available; all Hornsby Shire libraries remain open for browsing, but we encourage you to keep your visit as brief as possible. Find all the details at https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/library

19.01.2022 NEW BOOKS | We have some exciting new children's books hitting the shelves this week at Hornsby Library ‘The Midnight Howl’ by Benjamin Read & Laura Tinder ‘Diary of a Minecraft Zombie: Pirates of the Lost Ocean Temple’ by Zack Zombie ‘Stink and the Hairy Scary Spider’ by Megan McDonald ... Make sure you get in quick before these books fly off the shelves! For more great reading ideas, head to the 'Kids and Youth Reading Lists' tab on our online catalogue https://hornsby.spydus.com/

19.01.2022 Don't miss your oportunity to see Belinda Alexandra discuss her brand new novel 'The Mystery Woman'. Wednesday 9 September, online via Zoom Book your ticket hornsby.nsw.gov.au//library-/meet-belinda-alexandra-online

19.01.2022 Join Elleni and Lani for songs and rhymes suitable for bubs aged 0-18 months and their carers

18.01.2022 Join Penny for songs and rhymes suitable for bubs aged 0-18 months and their carers

18.01.2022 READING HOUR | What will you read today? Today we’ll celebrate Australian Reading Hour. You’re invited to stop what you’re doing for an hour, pick up a book and read to yourself or the children in your life. Take the pledge to read today and unwind, get inspired and find joy in books! Need some inspiration? Check out our Quick Choice and Staff Picks book tips here on Facebook or let our Storytimers read some of our favourite children's books your kids.

17.01.2022 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS | There's only two weeks left until the school holidays and we have lots of exciting online programs coming up for kids and teens. Starting from September 28 we will be running reading challenges, art and crafts tutorials, special Storytime sessions, and TWO magic shows. Join us online for a fantastic time! Bookworms Reading Challenge 28 September - 9 October, via Beanstack Graphic Novel Reading Challenge 28 September - 9 October, via Beanstack ... Virtual Makerspace: Stained Glass Window Craft 10am, 29 September, via Facebook Joel Howlett: Magic Show 10am, 30 September, via Facebook The Terrible Plop Ready by Penny and Cath 10am, 1 October, via Facebook Virtual Makerspace: Dreamcatcher Craft 10am, 6 October, via Facebook Joel Howlett: Magic Show 10am, 7 October, via Facebook Nao the Humanoid Robot with Elleni and Lani 10am, 8 October, via Facebook For further information, please visit the Hornsby Shire Libraries events page: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/lib/using-the-library/events

16.01.2022 STAFF PICKS | Elleni felt when she read ‘The Girl from the Other Side’ by Nagabe. You might love this manga series if you enjoy haunting and thoughtful tales with strong world-building and interesting characters. ‘The Girl from the Other Side’ is set in a fantasy world split between the Inside and the Outside. Those living in both realms are told never to cross over to the other side. But a young girl named Shiva lives on the other side, in a vacant village with a demoni...c guardian known only as "Teacher." When Shiva leaves Teacher's care to seek out her grandmother, the secret behind her mysterious living arrangement comes to light. Elleni said that she loved this series because of the ‘beautiful art and captivating story that keeps me always wanting more’. Our librarians love to talk about the books they are reading, so feel free to come in and ask for a recommendation!

16.01.2022 VIRTUAL MAKERSPACE | Looking for a fun and colourful craft to do these school holidays? Join Elleni and Lani to make your very own stained glass window craft. From Monday 28 September onwards, you can pick up a free craft pack from any Hornsby Shire Libraries branch, or you can use your own craft materials at home. We would love to see some photos of your beautiful creations, so please remember to post a photo of them in the comments section on the video.

15.01.2022 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS | There is less than one week left until the school holidays! Here at the library we are counting down the days until we can share our exciting online programs with you. From reading challenges to magic shows, we have a bit of everything going on! Bookworms Reading Challenge 28 September - 9 October, via Beanstack Graphic Novel Reading Challenge 28 September - 9 October, via Beanstack Virtual Makerspace: Stained Glass Window Craft 10am, 29 Septe...mber, via Facebook Joel Howlett: Magic Show 10am, 30 September, via Facebook The Terrible Plop Read by Penny and Cath 10am, 1 October, via Facebook Virtual Makerspace: Dreamcatcher Craft 10am, 6 October, via Facebook Joel Howlett: Magic Show 10am, 7 October, via Facebook Nao the Humanoid Robot with Elleni and Lani 10am, 8 October, via Facebook For further information, please visit the Hornsby Shire Libraries events page https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/libraryevents

12.01.2022 eSAFE KIDS | Be an eSafe kid - Next week is National Child Protection Week, and eSafety is offering free virtual classrooms and for middle to upper primary students and webinars for parents and carers. The sessions will run from 7 to 11 September and registrations are now open. Find out more: https://www.esafety.gov.au//national-child-protection-week

10.01.2022 WHATS ON THIS WEEK | Looking for something fun to do? Heres whats happening online at Hornsby Shire Libraries this week. Bubs 'n' Books with Elleni and Lani Tuesday 22 September, 10am 'Hairy Maclary' Storytime with Cath... Thursday 24 September, 10am Author Grace Karskens presents her new book 'People of the River' Thursday 24 September, 6:30pm Dementia Awareness seminar Friday 25 September, 2pm For more information follow the link below https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/libraryevents

08.01.2022 STORYTIME | Dont forget to join Penny at 10am this morning for a fun interpretation of Dr Seuss Green Eggs and Ham. Would you dare to try them? You can download the craft template here: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/preschool-storytime

08.01.2022 FATHERS DAY STORYTIME | Just another fun day for Dad with his kids. Whats not to love? Join Elleni as she reads How (Not) to Annoy Dad by Dave Hughes and Holly Ife and get ideas on how to stay out of (or in!) Dads hair this weekend! You can download the craft template here: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/preschool-storytime

07.01.2022 STORYTIME | Join Lani at 10am this morning to read 'Leonard Doesn't Dance' by Frances Watts. All the birds are excited about the Big Beaky Bird Ball - except Leonard. His warble-warble waltz with the magpies is more wobble-wobble, and his caw-caw can-can with the crows is a can't-can't. The puffins are prancing, the rosellas are rocking and you should see the flamingo go-go-go! Everyone is jumping and jiving, but not Leonard.

07.01.2022 STORYTIME | Do you like green eggs and ham? Join Penny online for a spectacular storytelling session. There will be lots of fun and laughter as you help Penny decide if she will eat green eggs and ham in a house with a mouse or in a box with a fox, or here or there or anywhere at all! You can download the craft template here: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/preschool-storytime

04.01.2022 STAFF PICKS | Jackie felt when she read ‘The Clockmaker’s Daughter’ by international bestselling Australian author Kate Morton. You might enjoy this historical fiction novel if you like intricately plotted and character driven stories told from multiple perspectives over the course of several decades. Jackie felt that ‘The Clockmaker’s Daughter’ was a richly detailed tale about murder, mystery, art, love, and loss. She said that the story was, ‘beautiful yet sad... I fe...ll in love with the characters; felt joy when they did and cried when they cried’. Our librarians love to talk about the books they are reading, so feel free to come in and ask for a recommendation!

04.01.2022 MANAGE YOUR ORGANIC WASTE | Join the creators of ShareWaste to learn more about managing your kitchen scraps. Meet the Founders of ShareWaste, Sat 12 September @ 10am

02.01.2022 STORYTIME | Join Cath and her adorable furry-friend MacTavish for a totally pawsome storytime. This week, Cath and MacTavish will be reading 'Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy' by Lynley Dodd. During the session you will also be introduced to a whole host of iconic pups including Hercules Morse, Bitzer Maloney, Muffin McLay, Bottomley Potts, and Schnitzel von Krumm...... Be on the look out for the toughest tom cat in town! You can download the craft template here https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/preschool-storytime

01.01.2022 Join Elleni and Lani for songs and rhymes suitable for bubs aged 0-18 months and their carers