Port Fairy Library in Port Fairy, Victoria | Library

Port Fairy Library

Locality: Port Fairy, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5568 2248

Address: 65 Sackville Street 3284 Port Fairy, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.crlc.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Just an update on what were up to while were closed to the public. We are being painted throughout so therefore the library will not be manned, or available for pick ups or deliveries until at least Monday the 27th April. Apologies for the inconvenience but thought we would take this down time to get a very overdue job done. Stay safe and we hope to see everyone very soon.

24.01.2022 More for us to join in with at the State Library on-line!! Have you ever wondered what the fruit gets up to when you’re not there? Get your apples, oranges and bananas in order and see what they have to say in this animation workshop! Record dialogue and animate your favourite fruit to tell jokes or ask meaningful questions about the universe.... To animate your fruit you'll need: A few pieces of your favourite fruit Paper Markers Scissors Blu Tack You’ll also need a charged up, internet-connected device to create your animation. This can be a smartphone, tablet or computer, and you will need to download the free animation app Stop Motion Studio in preparation. This workshop is suitable for children aged 512. More about Isobel Knowles Isobel Knowles is a Melbourne based artist. Her colourful textural style combines digital and analogue techniques to create playful animations, children’s books and gallery installations. Her award-winning films and artworks have been shown nationally and internationally and she has collaborated on a number of children's books including Owl Know How, Too Much for Turtle and Wide Big World. For more information: https://youtu.be/p_bczSVMBHk and https://www.slv.vic.gov.au//childrens-animation-storytelli

23.01.2022 Libraries encourage a love of reading in children every day! Here are some tips to encourage those little ones around you to love reading too!

22.01.2022 Good morning to all our library customers, We're back to Click and Collect today 10 am to 5 pm. Saturday we won't be working but back again on Monday to get all your online/phone reservations ready for collection from the library back door as we have done in the past.... Please phone us on 55682248 to reserve and item or continue with your online reservations as usual and we will ring you when they are ready for collection. Stay safe :) Claudia (I'm working for Elaine today and Monday)

22.01.2022 RHYME/STORYTIME AT THE PORT FAIRY LIBRARY IS BACK FOR 2021!!!! We are back on Monday morning from Monday the 1st February at 10:30 to sing some rhymes and read some books. To adhere to Covid 19 guidelines however we will be outside on the village green. Please bring a blanket to sit on and keep social distancing in mind at all time. All pre-schoolers welcome. Any further questions please ring on 55682248 or comment below.... NO BOOKINGS required. We are looking forward to seeing everyone again. See more

22.01.2022 This bag, which includes a pink mobile phone, was left out on a table on the village green. It has been handed into the Library if anyone knows it's owner. Many thanks

22.01.2022 Just an update on how your library is looking. The painting is finished and we are now moving back in. Lots to unpack but were getting there.

21.01.2022 A reminder that Pre-School Rhyme/Storytime is on at the Library from 10:30 each Monday. We sing some rhymes, read some books and finish with a little activity. Everyone is welcome.

21.01.2022 Just a quick update to let everyone know that the painting of the library is going very well. When we do get to re-open we will be looking better and cleaner than ever. As for me, I am missing all my customers and looking forward to seeing everyone again soon. Take care Elaine and all the library staff

20.01.2022 Please be aware that all of the programs we offer at the library are suspended until further notice. This, of course, includes our weekly Story/Rhyme time sessions. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause but the decision has not been made lightly and has been done so in an attempt to keep everyone well. PLEASE REMEMBER THOUGH THAT OUR SERVICES ARE OTHERWISE UNAFFECTED AT THIS TIME AND YOU ARE STILL WELCOME TO COME AND BORROW BOOKS OR UTILIZE OUR OTHER RESOURCES. HOWEVER, IF YOU HAVE RECENTLY RETURNED FROM OVERSEAS, HAVE HAD CONTACT WITH COVID-19 OR ARE FEELING UNWELL PLEASE STAY HOME AND USE OUR ON LINE RESOURCES.

20.01.2022 A reminder that our CFA hour is on this coming Friday the 12th July. Join us in a warm, comfy spot for craft activities, games and stories

18.01.2022 BROUGHT TO YOU FROM THE STATE LIBRARY FOR ALL OF US TO ENJOY ARE SOME WONDERFUL WORKSHOPS. Join the duo behind the popular Derek Dool: Supercool series as they deliver an engaging and funny workshop about writing and creativity, featuring draw-alongs, dance-offs and the odd dad joke! Adrian Beck will reveal his secret formula to writing knockout stories and Scott Edgar will give his top tips for illustration, including how to reveal the cartoonist within.... Kids will be challenged to devise a brand new book idea on the spot, and they'll learn how to draw some of Scott's characters themselves as the book comes to life before their eyes. The workshop on Thursday November 12 is suitable for children aged 58. The workshop on Thursday November 19 is suitable for children aged 912. For more information: https://www.slv.vic.gov.au//storytelling-workshop-with-sco

18.01.2022 *IMPORTANT public announcement *

18.01.2022 Here is a bit more information about our re-opening. Port Fairys re-opening will be at 1:30 on Wednesday the 10th. Please note that we will close at 5pm instead of 6pm on Wednesday and Friday to allow for extra cleaning and sanitizing. See you soon!!

17.01.2022 Lest We Forget

17.01.2022 Just to let everyone know that your public library will be back in business from next Wednesday the 10th June from 1:30-5. Some of the services we will offer will be limited but we are looking forward to seeing as many of you as we can!!

17.01.2022 Our doors may be closed but we are still working away behind closed doors! Click and Collect means you can choose you items and organise collection with your local branch!

16.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who came to Rhyme/Storytime this morning and shared in reading Alpacas with Maracas, the National Simultaneous Story time book for this year. We had fun and ended up with some wonderful alpacas to take home. A reminder too that all preschoolers are welcome to join us every Monday at 10:30 for more fun!!

16.01.2022 This week is Library Information Week! The theme for 2020 is Create, which showcases all the ways that libraries and library and information professionals creat...e through their work and support their patrons to create. In 2020 we have had to be particularly creative to keep connected to our communities with the COVID 19 restrictions transforming the traditional library services we provide. We have provided online support with our eResources, including online eAudiobooks, eBooks, eFilms, Kids Corner and online Storytimes. We have connected to our communities with social media and our click and collect services! To access our eResources visit www.crlc.vic.gov.au #LIW2020 #CreateConnections See more

15.01.2022 Our doors may be closed but we are still working away behind closed doors! Click and Collect means you can choose you items and organise collection with your local branch!

15.01.2022 If you are visiting a library branch on Saturday 14th December, limited services will be available due to library system maintenance. Please bring along your ca...rd as we will be unable to issue items without it. Some online services including; access to the library catalogue, RB Digital, PressReader and BorrowBox, will also be unavailable. We expect all services to be back to normal operation on Sunday 15 December. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

14.01.2022 THE LIBRARY IS CLOSING AT 4:30 TODAY. And will not reopen until it is deemed safe to do so. This is as a result of trying to limit the spread of Co-Vid 19. Please rest assured that no overdue notices or fines will be incurred during this time.... However, items can still be returned through the after hours shute as usual. We apologize for any inconvenience but look forward to seeing everyone again on the other side. Meanwhile Elaine and all the staff wish everyone the best of health

14.01.2022 Free event for all the family! Bookings are essential as places are strictly limited! Bookings can be made via eventbrite or contact the library

14.01.2022 And a further update to let everyone know that we do have access to most of our books again now so if you or anyone you know needs books please give us a ring on 55682248 Monday, Wednesday or Friday. Alternatively you can reserve books on line and when they come in we can organise with you for their collection. Thank you for your patience while we have been out of action.

14.01.2022 A VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO EVERYONE! This year the library WILL NOT be closing between Christmas and New year. We will open our usual hours. So why not come down to pick some books and DVDs, use a computer or wifi or just have a read and hang out!! Hours: Friday 27th December 10-1/1:30-6... Saturday 28th December 10-12 noon Monday 30th December 10-1/1:30-4:30. CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY and NEW YEARS DAY.

14.01.2022 Due to Government Covid-19 directives the Port Fairy Library will close at 5pm this Wednesday, and remain closed until at least Monday 14th September During this time we will provide a revised Click or phone and Collect service, which will allow you to collect reserved items or have us pick some items for you. You can also return items at any time through our external return chute Any queries at all please do not hesitate to phone us on 55682248 or message us.... Stay safe and we will look forward to seeing you all again soon

13.01.2022 Are you 12-25 and have a story to tell?

11.01.2022 Everyone is welcome to join the CFA here at the Port Fairy Library next Friday the 12th from 10:30-11:30 for an hour of fun, games and craft activities. No bookings required. Just turn up and enjoy!

10.01.2022 A big Thank you to Patrick from Wildlife Xposure for sharing his knowledge of creepy crawlies with our children and adults this afternoon.

08.01.2022 Whitney and Britney Chicken Divas by Lucinda Gifford National Simultaneous Storytime 2020

07.01.2022 School Holiday time again so enjoy all the family time. If youre looking for some extra activities for the kids pop into the Port Fairy Library and pick up some activity packs full of some ideas to keep little hands busy. And you can pick up some books and DVDs at the same time. Hope to see you soon

07.01.2022 And coming into the weekend more fun to enjoy!! Get your creative juices flowing with this workshop from artist and published author Tai Snaith! With Tai's guidance and inspiration, kids and adults alike can delve deep into their imaginations and create the place of their dreams using watercolour, paper and glue.... Referencing classic books like Dr. Seruss's Sleep Book and The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett, and also oddities found in nature and natural history books, Tai guides viewers through an easy three-part process to create their very own fictional dreamscape. During the videos, Tai also sheds light on her process for creating the large commissioned artwork, Open Book, for the State Library's Russell Street Welcome Zone. She touches on how she used books from Victoria's Street Collection as inspiration for this artwork. To build your own dreamscape you will need: Two sheets of A3 watercolour paper An A3 piece of cardboard (old box is fine, big enough to fit one of the pieces of paper) A simple set of watercolours or other paints if you have them Paint brushes, preferably a small, medium and large paint brush Scissors PVA glue and something to put it in and stick to apply it Water for washing out your paint brushes A hairdryer for drying your paintwork You can use your dreamscape as a setting for a story. What would the title be? What kind of characters would live there? Suitable for 5-12 year olds, their parents and carers. More information at https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/create-dreamscape-with-tai-snaith

06.01.2022 Just a reminder that while our doors are closed the library is still here to provide items for our community. We can get a selection of books together for you or you can reserve your own through our on line catalogue at crlc.vic.gov.au. You can then collect with our no contact collection. Ring us on 55682248 Monday, Wednesday and Fridays to talk to us our message us on Facebook. Stay safe and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

06.01.2022 How lovely to meet one of the most popular and prolific writers of my 25 years in the library world - DI MORRISSEY who popped into our library this afternoon. Why not do the same and pop in to borrow one of her many books. One of our great Australian authors and a lovely person as well - you cant go wrong!

06.01.2022 Here is a bit more information about our re-opening. Port Fairy's re-opening will be at 1:30 on Wednesday the 10th. Please note that we will close at 5pm instead of 6pm on Wednesday and Friday to allow for extra cleaning and sanitizing. See you soon!!

05.01.2022 School Holiday time again so enjoy all the family time. If you're looking for some extra activities for the kids pop into the Port Fairy Library and pick up some activity packs full of some ideas to keep little hands busy. And you can pick up some books and DVD's at the same time. Hope to see you soon

04.01.2022 Have you ever wondered about the behind the scene stories of the Port Fairy Ghost Stories Book? Everyone is welcome to join the projects co-ordinator and editor to find out more. Tracie Griffiths will be at the Port Fairy Library from 10:30am THIS Saturday the 6th July. Bookings are not required but any queries can be sent via messenger or by phoning the library on 55682248.

01.01.2022 The Last morning for Rhyme/Story Time for the year. We have had a lovely year and a special Thank you must go to the parents, grandparents and carers who bring their children along. And of course to the children who make it fun. We will do it all again FROM JANUARY 6th at 10:30. Everyone is welcome.