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Onkaparinga Libraries

Locality: Morphett Vale, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8384 0050

Address: 175 Bains Road 5162 Morphett Vale, SA, Australia

Website: onkaparingacity.com/libraries

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25.01.2022 We are LIVE NOW with Anita Heiss - Author for our second Southern Deady Yarn! Join in using the link below https://zoom.us/j/95998153240

25.01.2022 Opt-in to start keeping a record of your borrowing history! Like to have a list of what youve borrowed from our libraries? Use it to keep track of the books... youve already read or even to inspire your next reading pick! Log in to My Account on the catalogue at www.libraries.sa.gov.au or via your librarys own web catalogue. See the easy instructions at: www.libraries.sa.gov.au/borrowinghistory Note: opting-in cannot be done via the Libraries SA App, however you will be able to view your borrowing history via the App once you have opted-in.

24.01.2022 Australian Poetry Slam - SA Heat 3 Contestants have 2 minutes to speak, scream, howl, whisper or sing their original poem. There are no props, no costumes, no music: just the poet and the words. Judges are selected at random from the audience. The heat winners compete again in the SA State Final and the two top finalists then go on to compete in the Australian Poetry Slam National Showcase. Friday 18th September 2020 6.30pm sign up for 7.00pm start ... Woodcroft Library 8384 0050 175 Bains Road, Morphett Vale $6 entry for audience and competitors CASH only! www.spokenwordsa.com.au//poetry-slam-2020-rules-website.pdf www.australianpoetryslam.com/ Guest performer for the evening: DANIEL WATSON has been involved in the Australian writing scene since he started the underground publisher Paroxysm Press in 1998. He was the first S.A. MC for the Australian Poetry Slam and is one of the people who later began Spoken Word SA to run the competition. Oh; and something something writes poetry. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be a COVID-safety plan in place. Amongst other things, this means we need to record contact information for everyone attending to allow contact tracing in the event of a virus outbreak. To make things easier on the night, if you are considering coming along, please fill in the following form in advance, so then we can simply tick you off. The information on the form will only be used for contact tracing should it become necessary. https://spokenwordsa.com.au/australian-poetry-slam-2020-sa/ Please note that filling in the form does not register you for competing on the night: you still need to sign up between 6:30 7:00pm at the venue.

23.01.2022 Are your kids Treehouse mad? Be sure to check out BorrowBox for the eAudiobook editions! Perfect for car rides or quiet time at home, you can access FREE with your library card here https://tinyurl.com/BorrowBoxOnkaparinga #onkaparingareads

23.01.2022 Congratulations to our graduates

22.01.2022 For our Children's University students, you might like to visit the library with your bear and take a photo!

22.01.2022 Maya, a rescue dog who pioneered the technique used to save koalas after the Black Summer bush fires Haole, who continued working as a surf therapy dog whil...e battling cancer Chaser, the ‘talking’ dog who even in old age could identify over 1000 different objects What remarkable dogs! These furry pals feature in Laura Greaves' new book, 'Extraordinary Old Dogs' To hear Laura chat about other dogs in her book, grab a spot in our free online talk https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/laura-greaves-online-author #sacouncils #partofyoureveryday #onkaparingareads

22.01.2022 Did you know that every baby born in Australia has a heel prick test before they're 5 days old to detect serious health conditions such as Cystic Fibrosis and C...ongenital Hypothyroidism? Angela is really excited to interview Penny Walter, author of An Unexpected Outcome, about her experience with her child's diagnosis. Book now to join this online author talk! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/penny-walter-an-unexpected-

22.01.2022 Who knows these iconic Lazy Lions? They're from Graeme Base's 'Animalia'! Graeme will be joining Onkaparinga Libraries for an online Q+A next week fo...r his ONLY South Australian appearance! Be sure to grab your ticket here: https://GraemeBaseSA.eventbrite.com.au #onkaparingareads

22.01.2022 Our libraries remain OPEN, but we are still offering a Call and Collect service! If you prefer contactless collection of your library items: 1 Place your holds 2 Wait for notification 3 Call your library to let them know you'd like to Call and Collect 4 Collect your holds

22.01.2022 September is Newborn Screening Awareness Month. 1 in 3500 babies are diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism in South Australia every year. It's not too la...te to book into this author talk with Penny Walter, author of An Unexpected Outcome and hear about her journey of the unexpected. https://tinyurl.com/yyoxh8tp

21.01.2022 Did you enjoy the online Science Week 'Plastic NOT Fantastic' session last Thursday?Check out the awesome photo that we received showing the result of the wate...r density experiment! If you missed out, you can watch the 'Plastic NOT Fantastic' session and find more Science Week 2020 resources online here tinyurl.com/YLAHSW2020 Check out the online Science Week activities that are still to come too! tinyurl.com/OnkaEventbrite #ScienceWeek National Science Week National Science Week South Australia

21.01.2022 Be sure to tune in for our chat with the author praised by GAME OF THRONES producer/writer Bryan Cogman! Nathan Makaryk will be joining Onkaparinga Librari...es LIVE from the USA on Wednesday 7 October! Book your place here: https://tinyurl.com/NathanMakaryk #onkaparingareads Penguin Books See more

21.01.2022 Look's who's come out of hibernation at Woodcroft Library. Visit any of our Libraries and find out what we have available for you - books, magazines, toys... and some amazing virtual activities too. https://www.onkaparingacity.com/Around-me/Libraries https://tinyurl.com/y394ve5e

20.01.2022 Reading doesn’t just inform or entertain youit helps you find out who YOU are! Check out our reading challenge page https://www.onkaparingacity.com//Li...brar/Reading-Challenges #SouthAustraliaReads #AustraliaReads #LibrariesSAOneCard #AustraliaReadsAtHome #SouthAustraliaReadsAtHome #onkaparingareads See more

20.01.2022 It's Science Week 2020 and we have got SO many exciting online activities coming as we focus on celebrating our marine environments! Which Science Week act...ivities will you be joining? Check out the full range of our upcoming activities here: tinyurl.com/OnkaparingaLibrariesEventbrite See more

19.01.2022 This week is National eSmart Week and the theme is Connecting Safely! Onkaparinga Libraries present sessions focused on keeping your money safe online! ...Join us in person or online - details below! Simple Ways to Keep Your Money Safe Online at SEAFORD LIBRARY: https://tinyurl.com/esmartinperson Simple Ways to Keep Your Money Safe Online via ZOOM: https://tinyurl.com/esmartzoom #eSmartWeek

18.01.2022 Did you miss our chat with iconic author Graeme Base? Not to worry, you can catch up on YouTube! Tune in to hear Graeme chat to us about his books, illustrations, and the Animalia Education app

18.01.2022 One of the biggest man-made environmental disasters ever to impact our environment and wildlife are oil spills. The effect these have can be devastating, with t...he clean-up and after-effects lasting sometimes decades. In this activity, we are going to simulate an oil spill at home and we need your help as budding scientists, environmentalists, and engineers to help clean it up! Suitable for ages 8+. Thursday 27 August, 3.30-4.30pm https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/celebrating-our-marine-envi Download the brochure of Science Week activities https://inspiringsa.org.au/national-science-week-sa-brochu/ #ScienceWeek National Science Week South Australia National Science Week

18.01.2022 Don't miss out on your chance to receive a FREE virtual reality headset as part of our Science Week Online Virtual Reality Adventures! Simply register your name... here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/celebrating-our-marine-envi, and then head into your local Onkaparinga library branch any time between 17-31 August to pick up your headset. #ScienceWeek

17.01.2022 Fiona McArthur discusses her latest book online: The Bush Telegraph. Tuesday 29 September, from 2pm. Fiona draws on her life as a rural midwife and shares her l...ove of working with women, families and health professionals to write this vibrant and charming multi-generational story that celebrates the power of women working together and addresses the challenges faced by rural towns and the impact of the drought to the lack of medical resources. Bookings: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/fiona-mcarthur-online-autho

17.01.2022 Good morning! Our libraries are OPEN again today We can’t wait to see our lovely customers again Please note, masks aren’t mandatory but are encouraged Activities are temporarily suspended, stay tuned for updates See you soon! #onkaparinga #sacouncils #partofyoureveryday

16.01.2022 Free access to Ancestry Library Edition at home has been extended until the end of September! All you need is a library card.

15.01.2022 History and myth collide in this riveting story of vengeance, redemption and war, perfect for fans of Game of Thrones. All will be well when King Richard return...s... but King Richard has been captured. To raise the money for his ransom, every lord in England is raising taxes, the French are eyeing the empty throne, and the man they called, Robin Hood, the man the Sheriff claims is dead, is everywhere and nowhere at once. Hes with a band of outlaws in Sherwood Forest, raiding guard outposts. Hes with Nottinghams largest gang, committing crimes to protest the taxes. Hes in the lowest slums of the city, conducting a reign of terror against the city's most vulnerable. A hero to some, a monster to others, and an idea that can't simply be killed. But who's really under the hood? LIONHEARTS is the epic second installment in Nathan Makaryk's NOTTINGHAM series that will leave you questioning everything you think you know about Robin Hood, King Richard, and the world they created. Book now to learn more about and discuss Nathan's books. LIVE from the the USA! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/nathan-makaryk-talks-good-g

14.01.2022 To help children learn about water density and the impact of plastic pollution during Science Week, don't miss out on our online 'Plastic NOT Fantastic' session...! Join us on Zoom and follow along with two fun-filled demonstrations on Thursday 20 August from 10-10:30am! Suitable for ages 5-8. You can book your place here: tinyurl.com/PlasticNotFantasticSW Download the brochure filled with other Science Week activities here: https://inspiringsa.org.au/national-science-week-sa-brochu/ #ScienceWeek National Science Week South Australia National Science Week

14.01.2022 Pressreader has a wide variety of eMagazines available 24/7. Download the app and start reading one or two today! #onkaparingareads https://tinyurl.com/onkapressreader

14.01.2022 Woodcroft Library hosted Poetry Slam heat #3! It was a fantastic effort by the 14 poets who competed - there was some serious talent in the room!

13.01.2022 Since the outbreak of #COVID19, there has been a spike in reports of violence against women. #16Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an opportunity to make a difference for the better. Every one of us has a role to play. http://unwo.men/SdMB30pTv6e UN Women

12.01.2022 Don't forget to grab a FREE ticket to this online author talk with debut author, Marija Poljak on 2 December at 12pm. "Courtyard Children" is a powerful story ...of love, friendship, war, identity and ultimately forgiveness! Book now https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/marija-poljak-online-author to avoid disappointment. #ownvoices #onkaparingareads See more

11.01.2022 Don't call me Grumpycorn by Sarah McIntyre has hit our shelves recently! We don't have any Grumpycorns in our libraries! Only Happycorns! Come and visit us, see what other shiny new books we have! We are always more than happy to see and assist you!

11.01.2022 We cannot wait to chat with award winning author Fleur McDonald about her new novel 'The Shearer's Wife' next week! Grab your ticket here https://tinyurl.com/FleurMcDonald #sacouncils #partofyoureveryday #onkaparingareads

10.01.2022 Onkaparinga Libraries have hosted some incredible authors online this year! If you missed our bookish chats with these wonderful writers, not to worry - yo...u can catch up online! Perfect weekend viewing here: https://tinyurl.com/onlineauthors #onkaparingareads Anita Heiss - Author Paige Toon Author Briggs Belinda Alexandra Penny Walter Leonie Kelsall, Author Josephine Moon Ali Cobby Eckermann - Writer Jackie French Neporendi Aboriginal Forum Inc.

10.01.2022 Thanks Erin Thompson - Mayor, City of Onkaparinga and Keith Laird Children's University Australasia for a great event!

10.01.2022 Have you ever wanted to listen to an author read their own book to you?! On Borrowbox this is possible with a selection of titles! Authors include: Kitty Flanag...an, Jimmy Barnes, Clare Bowditch, Helen Garner, Dr Michael Mosley and many more! We have a great selection of e-audiobooks available! The best part is you don't need to leave your home to access them! Download the app now or visit the website: www.tinyurl.com/onkaborrowbox #onkaparingareads See more

09.01.2022 Explore kindness by participating in the Onkaparinga Libraries Kindness Project. We are Taking Action Together to promote bullying prevention for children an...d young people in the community. If you would like to know more about this project, join Onkaparinga Libraries, Louise Flaherty Counselling and Red Feather Arts Therapy as we explore the issue of kindness and what it takes to be kind Bookings can be made here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/onkaparinga-libraries-kindn

09.01.2022 25 November is the International Day to End Violence against Women and the is turning orange to show that #GenerationEquality stands against gender-based violence. Let’s kick off the #16Days of Activism and #orangetheworld! UN Women

09.01.2022 There are still tickets available for this FREE online author talk

09.01.2022 Our libraries are OPEN for 2021! Be sure to come by and let us know what you've been reading over the break #sacouncils #partofyoureveryday

09.01.2022 SMART devices are becoming increasingly available for all sorts of uses. Check out this great new free online course available from Be Connected to get you started! #BeConnectedAU #digitalhelp

09.01.2022 We had lot's of fun this week at this event

08.01.2022 We can't wait to welcome Tania Blanchard to speak on her new book, 'Letters From Berlin'! Grab your ticket here: https://taniablanchard.eventbrite.com.au Simon & Schuster #onkaparingareads

08.01.2022 Our libraries will reopen on Tuesday 24 November 2020. Until then you can access all our online services via our library website at www.onkaparingacity.com/libraries #sacouncils #partofyoureveryday

08.01.2022 Time to support & empower survivors. Time to spark a global conversation. Time for #GenerationEquality to #orangetheworld! #16days https://fb.watch/1Q-R0uqU5l/ UN Women

08.01.2022 BOOK REVIEW - Such a fun age by Kiley Reid. A good book to read if you want to walk in someone else shoes! In this case that someone else was Emira, an African-American girl who babysits for a well to do white family. A deceptively easy book to read with hidden depths and is very relevant for today's world! by Angela

08.01.2022 Visit the Woodcroft Community Centre between 28 September to 26 October 2020 to view this amazing photo art exhibition

08.01.2022 Tickets are still available for this FREE online talk Don't miss out!

07.01.2022 Join South Australian author Brian Gillan online as he introduces his book and discusses the impact of plastic on our beloved sea-life. Please note that this se...ssion is suitable for upper primary and secondary students. The content may be confronting. Book now! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/celebrating-our-marine-envi

07.01.2022 Have you checked out Onkaparinga Libraries ' online reading challenges?! They're a fun and easy way to inspire your next read, or to get back into reading if you've hit a rut! #sacouncils #partofyoureveryday #onkaparingareads

07.01.2022 Science Week is in full swing! Check out the video below by Techspace Learning and discover how to decipher and program an Arduino kit to investigate our local water environments! There are 10 kits still available - call 8384 0050 to arrange for collection of a kit at your local library! National Science Week National Science Week South Australia #scienceweek

06.01.2022 A great evening! Thanks to Southern Cultural Immersion and SOURC'D Wine & Coffee Bar

04.01.2022 Storytime. Anytime. Story Box Library is now available FREE with your Onkaparinga library card! Browse a huge collection of Australia's favourite stories, read by Australia's favourite faces Access here: tinyurl.com/StoryBoxLibraryOnkaparinga #onkaparingareads

04.01.2022 Science Week 2020 is nearly here! Onkaparinga Libraries has HEAPS of exciting online events planned! Check out the full program and book your tickets here: tinyurl.com/ylahonlineevents #ScienceWeek National Science Week South Australia National Science Week

04.01.2022 Looking for something to do on a wintry day? Join us for a cosy author talk with Barbara Hannay Author next week! She'll chat with Onkaparinga Libraries about her new novel, 'The Sister's Gift'! Book your place using the link below #onkaparingareads

04.01.2022 Join Onkaparinga Libraries and debut author Marija Poljak to discuss her new book "Courtyard Children" on Tuesday 2 December at 12pm. Book NOW https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../marija-poljak-online... to avoid disappointment. #ownvoices #onkaparingareads

03.01.2022 Are you looking for something new to occupy the kids during the school holidays? We now have Sphero robots and Bee-Bots available to borrow and try at home! T...here is Makerspace equipment available to borrow from Aldinga, Noarlunga, Seaford, Woodcroft and the Hub Library. Please note that quantities are limited so get in quick! See more

03.01.2022 Our libraries will close at 5pm on Thursday 24 December 2020, and resume regular hours on Monday 4 January 2021 Check City of Onkaparinga's operating hours here https://www.onkaparingacity.com/.../Christmas-hours-202021

03.01.2022 Budding scientist Alyssa picked up her Arduino salinity detector kit during National Science Week. She experimented by creating her own saline solutions with v...arying density. Contact the Woodcroft Library on 8384 0050 if you would like to collect one of the few remaining kits. Learn how to use the kits, and more about water density, from our website at https://www.onkaparingacity.com//YOUR-LIBRAR/ONLINE-EVENTS #ScienceWeek Techspace Learning Inc National Science Week South Australia National Science Week

02.01.2022 Ending violence against women is everyone’s business. UN Women explains 10 ways you can #orangetheworld and make a difference during the #16Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, and every day, even during the #COVID19 pandemic http://unwo.men/HzpC50CnpHC

02.01.2022 Our SPORT AND TOY COLLECTIONS are back! From today, you will once again be able to borrow items from our sport and toy libraries! TOYS available at...: Seaford Library Woodcroft Library Hub Library SPORTS available at: Aldinga Library Seaford Library Woodcroft Library Hub Library

02.01.2022 No matter how old they are, dogs improve our general well being, keep us fit and active, boost our mental health and reduce our stress. Yet it’s all too common for senior dogs to be dumped at shelters or passed off to new homes once they reach a certain age; some of us see caring for an ailing or elderly dog as a burden rather than a reward. Join Onkaparinga Libraries and Laura Greaves as we discuss her new book - Extraordinary Old Dogs! BOOK NOW! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/.../laura-greaves-online... #sacouncils #partofyoureveryday #onkaparingareads

02.01.2022 'Nottingham', Nathan Makaryk's first book, mixes history and myth into a compelling novel of power, ambition and heroism - one that twists and turns far beyond ...the traditional tale of Sherwood Forest's iconic thief; Robin Hood. "The most pleasurable reading experience I've had since first discovering George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire'." - Bryan Cogman, Co-Executive Producer/Writer, Game of Thrones Book now to discuss Nathan's book and learn about his new book 'Lionhearts' LIVE from the the USA! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/nathan-makaryk-talks-good-g

02.01.2022 Looking for some health motivation to kick-start spring? Enjoy an online author talk with leading obesity researcher and author, Dr. Nick Fuller! Join us on ...Monday 7 September at 11am on Zoom to hear about his latest book 'Interval Weight Loss for Women' which includes recipes, case studies and tips for busy women juggling work or families. Bookings are essential so book your ticket here tinyurl.com/NickFullerAuthor See more

01.01.2022 Having a chilled out Father's Day with Dad this weekend? Beamafilm have some awesome films and documentaries to check out - make it a cosy day at home! You have FREE access with your library card, access here: tinyurl.com/beamafilmonkaparinga

01.01.2022 We had lots of fun today!

01.01.2022 Book now for a free take home Arduino kit! Learn how to program it to measure water temperature and salinity in one of our online sessions. For ages 10+ years. ...All participants need to have access to a computer. Limit of one Arduino kit per family to be picked up from an Onkaparinga Library. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/celebrating-our-marine-envi National Science Week National Science Week South Australia Techspace Learning Inc #ScienceWeek