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Swan Hill Regional Library

Locality: Swan Hill, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 5036 2480

Address: 53-67 Campbell St 3585 Swan Hill, VIC, Australia

Website: http://library.swanhill.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Join Tessa and Julianne from State Library Victoria for some crafty fun to keep the kids busy these summer school holidays! In five bite-sized video tutorials you’ll learn how to craft items like stickers, unique and sustainable DIY gift-wraps and fragrant bath salts. You'll also be shown the secret to leveling up your Christmas cards with a simple pop-up technique, and the steps to making a pom pom launcher. Suitable for 312 year olds, their parents and carers.

25.01.2022 Every book counts! Join Cindy as she reads The Bossier Baby, by Marla Frazee and published by Simon and Schuster. Please note that parental supervision is required when watching videos on YouTube. Videos that follow ours may not be suitable for young children.

22.01.2022 Vroom! Vroom! Let’s go racing! Our Week 4 Take & Make pack is revved up and ready to go tomorrow! Construct your very own racing car with this simple kit. Will you make a racing track to race your car around? Maybe you can challenge someone to a race!

22.01.2022 Our Summer Reading Club starts tomorrow! Open to all school-aged children, the Summer Reading Club is a great way to encourage children to keep reading over the summer holidays plus there are heaps of great prizes to win! Come into the library to join the Summer Reading Club and pick up an fun SRC pack!... #summerreadingclub See more

19.01.2022 Join Casey for Baby Rhyme Time this morning. Don't forget to grab a shaker and sing along. Your baby will love hearing you sing! Please note that parental supervision is required when watching videos on Youtube. Videos that follow ours may not be suitable for young children.

18.01.2022 CURRENT RESTRICTIONS! You can now spend as much time as you want in the library We are open Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 5.30pm, Wednesday 7pm to 8.30pm and Saturday 10am to 12pm.... We still have COVID safe measures in place, and ask that you follow these when visiting the library: We are required to record the details of all visitors including your first name and contact number. Scan the QR code or complete the sign in sheet as you enter the library (first using the hand sanitiser provided). Please follow social distancing guidelines and maintain a 1.5 metre distance from other visitors and staff at all times. Please wear a mask (unless you have a lawful exemption) Thank you for your continued understanding and support. If you have any queries, please call us on 5036 2480. We hope to see you soon!

17.01.2022 Every book counts! Join Anna as she reads Puddle Hunters, written by Kirsty Murray, illustrated by Karen Blair and published by Allen and Unwin. Do you love hunting for puddles? *Please note that parental supervision is required when watching videos on Youtube. Videos that follow ours may not be suitable for young children.

17.01.2022 Book Reviews Have you read a good book lately? We'd love to hear about it! It may even be featured in the Swan Hill Guardian. Children (and parents on their behalf) can use the below template as a guide; simply inbox us with your responses or print a hard copy to give to us in person. We can't wait to see what books you've been enjoying.

16.01.2022 Thank you to Akesa and Jacqui for the wonderful multilingual story time at Robinvale Library this morning

15.01.2022 This week is the final week of our Summer Reading Club! You have all done an amazing job with hundreds of books being read during the school holidays so far! Don't forget to drop in your completed reading logs by 5 pm Monday, 1 February for your chance to win a prize in our major prize draw to be held at 4 pm on Friday, 5 February. ***Bookings are essential. Contact us on 5036 2480 to secure a place at the draw. COVID safe rules will apply.... For those who can't make it to the draw in person, please join us on Facebook. To join the presentation through Facebook Live, simply go to our Facebook page - Swan Hill Regional Library - at 4 pm on Friday, 5 February.

13.01.2022 Congratulations to all the authors shortlisted for the Victorian Premier's Literary Awards. Just a reminder you can vote in the People’s Choice Award, which will be named alongside the general category winners, and will receive $2,000. Voting is open until Monday 18 January 2021.

13.01.2022 Have you heard the good news? The Swan Hill Library is back to being open on Wednesday evenings from 7pm to 8.30pm and Saturdays from 10am to 12pm. Open hours: Monday to Friday: 10am to 5.30pm Wednesday: 7pm to 8.30pm... Saturday: 10am to 12pm You can browse, borrow, pick up reserves, use the computers or Wi-Fi, print, copy and scan. Please note that State Government restrictions still apply to the number of people in the library. Time restrictions are also in place. If you have a query, call us on 5036 2480. We look forward to seeing you!

12.01.2022 Our Week 2 Take & Make pack is all about the art of weaving! Make your own unique hanging mobile or maybe a cool coaster for an icy cold summer drink with this fun weaving kit. Drop into the library to pick up a kit from tomorrow! What will you use your creation for? How many metres of wool will it take to make your creation?

11.01.2022 Join us online tomorrow night for an exclusive reading from The Dressmaker’s Secret, the long-awaited sequel to the best-selling novel and award-winning film, The Dressmaker. Let author Rosalie Ham bring 1950s Melbourne to life with help from a fabulous supporting cast. See Libbi Gorr, Jacinta Parsons and Brian Nankervis voice the characters you love (and a few new favourites) in this state-wide event hosted by Public Libraries Victoria’s Angela Savage, then stick around to ...share your thoughts on this new chapter in Tilly’s life. Register now to join the discussion via Zoom and don’t forget to dress to impress wouldn’t Tilly expect it? Thursday November 12th, 7:30-8:30pm. Register via http://bit.ly/victoriareads2020 #victoriareads2020 #australiareads #australiareadsathome #TheDressmakersSecret #librarieschangelives

10.01.2022 Toy Library update...

09.01.2022 Every book counts! Join Mary as she reads Brave, written by Stacey McAnulty, illustrated by Joanne Lew-Vriethroff and published by RP Kids. Please note that parental supervision is required when watching videos on YouTube. Videos that follow ours may not be suitable for young children.

09.01.2022 EASING RESTRICTIONS! Following the most recent State Government announcements, we're excited to welcome more people into the library. You can now spend as much time as you want in the library We are open Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 5.30pm, Wednesday 7pm to 8.30pm and Saturday 10am to 12pm.... We still have COVID safe measures in place, and ask that you follow these when visiting the library: Face masks must be worn at all times. We are required to record the details of all visitors including your first name and contact number Please follow social distancing guidelines and maintain a 1.5 metre distance from other visitors and staff at all times. The Mobile Library schedule will remain modified for the remainder of the year, with restrictions on how many people can be in the mobile library at a time.. Thank you for your continued understanding and support. If you have any queries, please call us on 5036 2480. We hope to see you soon!

09.01.2022 CURRENT RESTRICTIONS! You can now spend as much time as you want in the library The Swan Hill Library is open Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 5.30pm, Wednesday 7pm to 8.30pm and Saturday 10am to 12pm.... The Robinvale Community Library is open Monday & Wednesday 2pm to 6pm, Thursday 9am to 1pm and Saturday 10am to 12pm. We still have COVID safe measures in place, and ask that you follow these when visiting the library: We are required to record the details of all visitors including your first name and contact number. Scan the QR code or complete the sign in sheet as you enter the library (first using the hand sanitiser provided). Please follow social distancing guidelines and maintain a 1.5 metre distance from other visitors and staff at all times. Please carry a mask with you. Thank you for your continued understanding and support. If you have any queries, please call us on 5036 2480. We hope to see you soon!

08.01.2022 Looking for an idea for a Christmas gift? Local historian Ian Itter has recently published his new book 'Channels, pipes & flumes : bringing water to the Mallee.' This book is a brief history of the two most vital water delivery systems in the North West Mallee region of Victoria. Using details gathered from many sources, Ian has been able to piece together the story of the Nyah to Manangatang Stock & Domestic System and the Cannie Ridge Stock and Domestic Channel systems. Ian's book is available for purchase from the Swan Hill Library for $35 each (cash only).

08.01.2022 Don't forget our Move and Groove program has returned to the library! Held every Wednesday at 10:30am, Move and Groove is a highly interactive session tailored for a toddlers social, emotional and physical development. Aimed at parents and caregivers with children aged 18 months - 5 years, this high energy session is lots of fun! We enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and parachute games. Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, social distancing rules apply and attendance is limited, so bookings are recommended. If you would like to book in for this session please contact the library on 50362480.

07.01.2022 Are you ready for a fun Move and Groove session?! Today Casey is reading Ambulance Ambulance, written by Sally Sutton, illustrated by Brian Lovelock and published by Walker Books.

07.01.2022 If you need an idea for a Christmas gift, how about a handmade library bag? We have an assortment of bags for sale in a variety of bright colours and patterns to suit both kids and adults. Bags are only $4 each, with all proceeds going to the Australian Cancer Council. A huge thank you to our two wonderful library patrons who gave up their time and spare material to make these lovely bags for our customers. And they're so handy you can use them for more library books!

07.01.2022 Thank you to Bruce for being our special guest Storytime reader this morning. He is reading the gorgeous story, Kangaroos Hop, written by Ros Mariarty, illustrated by Balarinji and published by Allen and Unwin. Can you hop like a kangaroo?

06.01.2022 Every book counts! Join Cindy as she reads Not Last Night but the Night Before, written by Colin McNaughton, illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark and published by Walker Books. Please note that parental supervision is required when watching videos on YouTube. Videos that follow ours may not be suitable for young children.

06.01.2022 Did you get a new tablet or smart phone for Christmas? Check out our fabulous range of digital eBooks and eAudio books! #BorrowBox Titles suitable for kids, teens and adults. Download the free BorrowBox app today. Sign up with your library card, PIN (or password) and your email address. Give us a call during open hours if you need assistance downloading the app or setting up your access 5036 2480.

04.01.2022 Are you ready for a fun Move and Groove session?! Today Casey is reading Creepy Monsters, Sleepy Monsters, written by Jane Yolen, illustrated by Kelly Murphy and published by Walker Books.

03.01.2022 More holiday fun! What will be your mode of transport?

03.01.2022 Congratulations to our #GetOnlineWeek competition winners, who each received a $50 Swan Hill Gift Card, thanks to funding received from the Good Things Foundation! Australian Popular Music quiz winner: Anne Wilson Australian Geography quiz winners: Tony Breukers & Ann Grant Name That Australian Book quiz winner: Rosemarie Stamaria... Get Online Week Handy tips: Marg Hodgson Thank you to everyone who participated in the library's Get Online Week events.

02.01.2022 A reminder that if you haven't already visited the Swan Hill Remembers website at https://myswanhill.net.au/ you only have until 13 November to check it out. There is lots of great memorabilia to see and information on local men and women who served in WWII. You will still be able to view the Swan Hill Remembers film on the library's Youtube page at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DbL1x06hbY&t=6s... Today is the day to remember all those who fought and gave their lives for our country. Lest we forget.

02.01.2022 Who loves to watch a lava lamp? Join Lisa from Pint-Size Play as she shows us how to make one of our very own! You will need: A clear jar Water... Oil (vegetable is preferable) Your choice of food colouring (water based is preferable) Alka seltzer tablets (available at most supermarkets) Parental supervision is recommended.

01.01.2022 Thank you to Kellie for being our special guest Storytime reader this morning. She is reading the delightful book Bitty Bot, written by Tim McCanna, illustrated by Tad Carpenter and published by Simon and Schuster. What would you do if you were a robot?

01.01.2022 Every book counts! Join Cindy as she reads A Library Book for Bear, written by Bonny Becker, illustrated by Kady MacDonald Denton and published by Walker Books. Please note that parental supervision is required when watching videos on YouTube. Videos that follow ours may not be suitable for young children.

01.01.2022 Today Storytime is joining in the NAIDOC Week celebrations with this beautiful story featuring the Tiwi language. A special thank you to Helen for reading Aunty's Wedding, written by MIranda Tapsell and Joshua Tyler, illustrated by Samantha Fry and published by Allen & Unwin.