Moonee Valley Libraries in Moonee Ponds, Victoria | Community organisation

Moonee Valley Libraries

Locality: Moonee Ponds, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9243 1900

Address: 762 Mount Alexander Rd 3039 Moonee Ponds, VIC, Australia

Website: http://libraries.mvcc.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 #FlashbackFriday A flashback to the days when Moonee Valley Regional Library Service had a Bookmobile! Sue Wilson, Bookmobile librarian for Keilor/Romney, is getting ready to set off for her next site. (Photo: Moonee Valley Libraries)

25.01.2022 Hope you're hungry! Maria has brought a big bowl of pasta to today's Toddler Time! Today Maria is reading "Hey Diddle Diddle - Retold" by Joe Rhattigan & Alejandro O'Keefe (Moondance Press), and "Tony Baronni Loves Macaroni" by Marilyn Sadler & Lucie Crovatto (Blue Apple Books).

24.01.2022 Want to wonder your friends and family? Learn the marvellous magic trick Magic Numbers from that Master of Hocus Pocus ElioSimonettiMagic. To download the instructions for todays trick, visit: http://bit.ly/LearnMagicNumbers

24.01.2022 Here We Are, open for browsing! But we want you to know we are continuing our Contactless Collection program as well. If you prefer to collect your reservations without coming inside the library, you can book a time and pop out to one of our five branches to pick up your favourite items prepacked and ready to go! Find out more about how to book on our catalogue: bit.ly/MVLCatalogue

23.01.2022 Fancy a vicarious holiday to the Greek Islands? Gaby thinks watching the TV series "The Durrells" will do the trick! Reserve the DVDs via our catalogue: https://bit.ly/3iEY1OA #60SecondBookReview #whatareyoureading #australiareadsathome

22.01.2022 As a collection of short essays, you can dip in and out of Helen Garners "Everywhere I Look" as you please. Justine reckons its the perfect book for Melbourne spring. You can find an eBook copy on Overdrive/Libby: https://bit.ly/324ug43 Or the eAudio on BorrowBox: https://bit.ly/2F4rLWN ... #60SecondBookReview #whatareyoureading #australiareadsathome

22.01.2022 #FlashbackFriday Sitting by the river and enjoying a beverage has always been popular on a summer's day! Did you know back in 1910, the Maribyrnong River was known as Saltwater River? Here's the Anglers Hotel and Maribyrnong Bridge, Moonee Ponds.... Postcard from Victorian Places https://www.victorianplaces.com.au/node/65964

21.01.2022 Dont forget to have your say on the new increased opening hours from Avondale Heights Library and Learning Centre. We are changing our opening times to allow the library to be open for more hours a week, and to align with the rest of our library branches. Let us know what you think here: yoursay.mvcc.vic.gov.au/avondaleheightslibraryhours

21.01.2022 Q: Why do elephants need trunks? A: Because they dont have glove compartments! Join Paul for a very elephant-y Preschool Storytime today! ... He reads: "Elmer" by David Mckee (Andersen Press); "I Want to Go First" by Richard Byrne (Oxford University Press), and "Marty and the Big-Eared Elephant" by Mavis Stucci (Book Company Publishing).

20.01.2022 Suzanne and her trusty assistant Almond have a fab Baby Rhyme Time for you this morning!

19.01.2022 Did you miss our online author talk with Dr Nick Fuller last week? No stress! Its now on YouTube for you to watch at your leisure! A leading obesity researcher from the University of Sydney and the author of three books on the topic of interval weight loss, Nick shares some of his top tips for creating and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. https://youtu.be/rs43zyXw6KI

16.01.2022 For Preschool Storytime today we're talking about respect, acceptance, and equality. Paul reads: "Mary Wears What She Wants" by Keith Negley (HarperCollins Children's Books); "Piggybook" by Anthony Browne (Walker Books), and "Who Am I? I Am Me!" by Jayneen Saunders & Diane Ewen (Educate2Empower Publishing). This Storytime was made in acknowledgement of 16 Days of Activism, an initiative of the United Nations which aims to eliminate gender-based violence. Read more here: ...https://www.respectvictoria.vic.gov.au/16-days-activism-2020 #16DaysofActivism #MAV #RespectVictoria

15.01.2022 Families In Focus This free online workshop, presented by the Alannah and Madeline Foundation, will support families through activities, games, and discussions, to navigate the new covid-normal. Join us in learning some valuable skills and strategies to develop positive relationships! Monday September 14th, 7pm to 8pm. Free event! Bookings required ... https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/families-in-focus-tickets-1 See more

14.01.2022 Working from home got you feline like you need a biiiiig stretch? There are still tickets left for our free online Yoga class tomorrow! Join Yoga instructor Nadia, 4pm Tuesday Register here... https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/yoga-with-nadia-tickets-119 See more

14.01.2022 Suzanne has her piranha hat on, and that can only mean one thing... Its time for The Continuing Story! Were up to chapters 12 & 13 of "Doctor Proctors Fart Powder". Dont forget to keep count of how many times Suzanne says "fart"! Thanks to Simon & Schuster Australia for allowing us to read Jo Nesbos book.

13.01.2022 #FlashbackFriday Darryl Hawksworth standing by the front gate of the family home in Strathmore, 1947. (Photo from Museum Victorias Melbournes Biggest Family Album collection)

13.01.2022 We're open! Moonee Valley Libraries are so excited to be welcoming our community back through the doors once again. Your library experience may be a bit different to what you are used to, but our wonderful staff will be there to guide you through the process. Some of the services available are:... Browsing (with freshly sanitised hands please!) Limited study spaces Limited computer usage (due to physical distancing requirements staff assistance will not be available for computers) Printing and photocopying To find out more about what is available at the library, check out our catalogue: bit.ly/MVLCatalogue

12.01.2022 Gardening by Nature - Encore!Saturday 19th September Did you miss our informative permaculture gardening webinar in June? Join in this Saturday for a repeat session plus live Q&A! Accredited and practising permaculture designer Jacqui Van Heerden will discuss garden design, and share techniques and principles on how to create a productive edible garden! ... 11am to 1pm. Free, bookings required https://bit.ly/3h5yj4y

12.01.2022 Join us as we head into the Castle of Conjuring and watch wonderful wizardry performed by that Master of Hocus Pocus, ElioSimonettiMagic. Stick around on our Facebook page to watch Elio as he shows you how to perform your own magic trick.

11.01.2022 Tonight, 7pm! Online Author Book Talk! Tyson Yunkaporta will be talking about his new book, "Sand Talk: How Indigenous Thinking Can Save the World". Free event, grab your ticket here ... https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/moonee-valley-libraries-go- See more

11.01.2022 Don't forget to register for tomorrow night's online author talk with the fabulous Heather Morris! It's not one to miss.

11.01.2022 Avondale Heights Library and Learning Centre is increasing its opening hours! Check out the new hours and let us know what you think on our Your Say page: yoursay.mvcc.vic.gov.au/avondaleheightslibraryhours

10.01.2022 It's officially December, so Carolyn and Monkey are busting out some Christmas cheer this Baby Rhyme Time! Carolyn reads "Maisy's Christmas Tree" and "Maisy's Christmas Day" by Lucy Cousins (published by Walker Books).

09.01.2022 This is the last instalment of Paint Like Van Gogh! Release your true colours today - were learning about colour! A HUGE thank you to Mark Rusic Author Artist Speaker from Iconic Colours for creating this series for us! Were feeling inspired to reach our artisitc potential, and we hope you are too!

08.01.2022 Its that time of the week... Join Suzanne for chapters 10 & 11 of Doctor Proctors Fart Powder! Whats Nilly up to next?! Thanks to Simon & Schuster Australia for allowing us to read Jo Nesbos book.

08.01.2022 Did you miss attending our Families in Focus workshop on Monday? Weve created some resources and reading lists to help support family health and wellbeing during this challenging time. Search for Families in Focus on our catalogue or: ... To read our resource list visit: https://bit.ly/2FzjE4D To view our reading list, visit: https://bit.ly/35EOGml

06.01.2022 Join Kenny from Drawing with Us today at 4pm as he shows you how to make your characters pose and move.

06.01.2022 Online Author Talk! Tyson Yunkaporta An academic, researcher, and educator, Tyson is joining us to speak about his recent book, "Sand Talk: How Indigenous Thinking Can Save the World". Tuesday September 15th, 7pm... Register here: https://bit.ly/3jQKfc3 See more

05.01.2022 Join Mark Rusic Author Artist Speaker for Episode 1 of his Iconic Aussie Animals painting series. We're kicking it off with the Astute Koala! https://youtu.be/J8yiKnrX5x8

05.01.2022 Hands up if youre ready for School Holidays! Weve got some exciting programs and activities happening in the next two weeks during school break! Tune in on Facebook to participate! First up is master magician Elio Simonetti, who will amaze with magic performances! Learn how to master the magic arts, and download the how-to guides to practice some magic tricks of your own!... Monday 21st to Thursday 24th , 10.30-11am

05.01.2022 "Hoo" is doing Storytime this morning? Josie, and her friend Ollie the Owl! Today were reading: "Owl Babies" by Martin Waddell & Patrick Benson (Walker Books); "Night Owl" by Toni Yuly (Fiewel & Friends), and "Wow! Said the Owl" by Tim Hopgood (MacMillan Childrens Books).

05.01.2022 This pandemic has been hard on everyone, but we are hearing a lot of people saying that they have learned the importance of checking in with others. Today is R ...U OK Day, the annual reminder that we need to keep talking with people around us as they navigate lifes ups and downs. We live in a very caring community, and part of that is taking the time to ask Are you OK? For more information, and to find out what to say next, check out ruok.org.au

05.01.2022 Exercise your most important muscle and get quizzical for the festive season! This month's online trivia, on Friday 11 December at 7pm, will be Christmas themed! So join us to help celebrate the festive season. Book now!

04.01.2022 Are you a pet owner in Moonee Valley, or hoping to bring home a furry friend in the future? Tomorrow at 4pm, Moonee Valley Legal Service will be discussing pet ownership, and the rights and responsibilities that come along with it. If youve got questions about barking, escaping, microchipping and registration, or just want to know where the dog friendly parks are in this municipality, join us online for a Q&A. ... Wednesday 16th, 4pm online Free event, register here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/understanding-your-pet-righ

03.01.2022 Did you miss our online author talk with mending mastermind Erin Lewis-Fitzgerald last week? No stress! Its now on YouTube for you to watch at your leisure! In this talk, Erin chats about how she made her book "Modern Mending" and shows some tips and tricks about how to create great photographs for your own book. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=COo5yTdhKtQ

03.01.2022 Cultivate your mental and physical health and join our free online Yoga class! With 15 years in the industry, yoga instructor Nadia will help you feel relaxed and limber in this one hour session. Tuesday 15th September, 4pm to 5pm. ... Free event, bookings requiredhttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/yoga-with-nadia-tickets-119

03.01.2022 Come and get creative with us online next Thursday for "Easy Art Night"! Inspired by garlands and wreaths, fabulous local artist Phoebe Beard will help us create a fun, cheerful door hanger in time for the Festive season. There are art packages available for pick up at all our branches to help you with your creations! Register for details. This event is presented in partnership with our friends at Incinerator Gallery. Your librarians will be on hand too with artistic tales and quotes to inspire your creativity!

03.01.2022 Happy Monday! Join Kate and her favourite cuddly friends for Toddler Time! Today Kate reads "Five Little Chicks" by Nancy Tafuri (Little Simon); "Old MacDonalds Things That Go" by Jane Clarke & Migy Blanco (Nosy Crow), and "I Love You, Funny Bunny" by Zondervan & Sean Julian (Zonderkidz).

02.01.2022 Ready for some good news? We are very excited to say that Moonee Valley Libraries will be restarting our home delivery programs Reunite with Your Reserves and Library to Your Door for Moonee Valley residents from Monday, 21 September While we restart these programs, we are asking for your patience. We will process your new requests and the backlog of over 1700 requests as quickly as we can.... Our return chutes will remain closed for the time being, until restrictions in metropolitan Melbourne ease further. Were jumping for joy to start delivering items to you again, but please note, we were excited long before stage four restrictions and filmed this prior to masks became mandatory so keep masking up Moonee Valley Head to https://bit.ly/MVLibraryCatalogue for more info.

02.01.2022 Did you hear? The Summer Reading Club is back! All 5-18 year olds are invited to participate and there are some great prizes up for grabs. This year it'll all be done online via a website called Beanstack. You can register to participate using the link below, or by downloading the Beanstack app onto your phone. ... Web: https://mooneevalleylibraries.beanstack.org/ Apple App Store: https://apple.co/33VDTCI Google Play: https://bit.ly/2VUchcJ Happy Reading! #SummerReadingClub

02.01.2022 Online Author Talk! Monday, September 21, 7pm Join historian Robyn Annear, who will speak about her book "Nothing New: A History of Second Hand". An antidote to disposable consumerism, "Nothing New" looks at how, in earlier times, we reused and repurposed cookware, clothing and other items to serve our needs. Free event, bookings required: https://bit.ly/3jSufWT

02.01.2022 Its time for Kenny from Drawing with Us to show you how to make your characters pose and move around in this weeks cartooning session.

02.01.2022 Have you got a jumper that is just plain and boring? Why not jazz it up with some pom poms. Join Steph from Flemington as she teaches you how to create pom poms on our YouTube page. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCnDacmJ76o

01.01.2022 Join us this afternoon for the fourth and final episode of our family-friendly painting tutorials with Mark Rusic Author Artist Speaker!