What's On

Knit ‘n’ Yarn Group

Day & Date: Tuesday
Venue: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, Forrestfield
Time: 12:00pm – 2:30pm

Free English Classes

For community members whose first language is not English. Kelas Pertuturan Bahasa Inggeris | 英语会话课 | Aulas de conversação em inglês | 英語話す授業

The classes are run by friendly and dedicated volunteers who will help you to:

• Improve your spoken English and listening skills
• Learn about Australian culture
• You will meet new people, hear about their lives, and talk about lots of topics

There is no need to sign up, just come along to the library. Please join us and improve your English skills.

Day & Date: Every Tuesday from 18 January 2022
Venue: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, Forrestfield
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

Tech Chat

Need a hand with your smartphone? Would you like to read or listen to books on your tablet? Or send a text, use social media or download an app?

Tech Chat is an informal information session where you will be able to relax with some afternoon tea while learning about your smartphone, tablet or other mobile device.

Day: Mondays
Venue: Lesmurdie Library, 21 Reid Road, Lesmurdie.
Time: 2pm-3pm

Day: Thursdays
Venues: Forrestfield Library, 3 Salix Way, Forrestfield and Kalamunda Library, 7 Williams Street, Kalamunda
Time: 2pm–4pm

Philosophy Group

Consider. Reflect. Share. Repeat.

Day & Date: Every second Friday 
Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe
Time: 3.30pm to 4.45pm

At High Wycombe Library we will tackle the big questions. All are welcome to share their thoughts and insights. Respect and tolerance are non-negotiable. Members are encouraged to borrow books and magazines from our recently expanded Philosophy collection. No bookings required

Let’s Get Wordy

Come and have a game of scrabble with us and get wordy!

Day & Date: Friday
Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe
Time: 10.00am - 12noon

Drop in & play-all skill levels are welcome. No bookings required.

Seed Library Project

Check Out & Return Seeds - Promoting sustainability, community collaboration and engagement through sharing of seeds and knowledge.

Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe

‘Check out’ up to 2 packets of seeds from the library - free!
Plant the seeds in your garden, care for them, reap the harvest and enjoy your produce.
‘Return’ seeds saved from your crop back to the library
Grow your gardening knowledge by borrowing books from our collection
Contact us on 9257 9974 to learn more!

Book Discussion Group

Have you always liked the idea of joining a book club, but had concerns about committing to reading the book? Meet our new Book Discussion Group!

Day & Date: Third Wednesday of each month 
Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe
Time: 10am

Each month we suggest a discussion topic. Patrons are invited to read (or listen to - or even watch) any book, audiobook or DVD based on that topic or theme. We can help you find material from our collection. Your reading (or listening or viewing) can inform your contribution to a discussion held at the library. No bookings required

Book Club

Book clubs are a great opportunity to meet people, discover new authors, expand your reading, and engage in lively discussions and debates!

Day & Date: 4th Tuesday of each month (during school terms only)
Venue: Lesmurdie Library, 21 Reid Road, Lesmurdie
Time: 6.30pm - 7.30pm

Each month we discuss a pre-selected book(s). Join this local friendly group to share ideas and experiences about books. Please contact the Lesmurdie Library staff for further details.

Rhymetime and Storytime 

Held weekly during school term time.

Bookings are only required if you intend to bring a group in, please phone the library you wish to attend to organise a group booking.

More information about these sessions can be found here

Table 1. Rhymetime and storytime session times and locations

LEGO @ Lesmurdie Library and High Wycombe Library

Join us on Saturday morning to create your own LEGO masterpiece.  We provide the LEGO, you build your creation. 

Builders also have the chance to win a LEGO lucky dip prize by completing an entry form. The lucky winners will be notified by phone or email at the end of the month. Aimed at primary school age children. Parental supervision is required.

Day: Saturday
Time: 9.00am - 11.30am
Venue: Lesmurdie Library, 21 Reid Road, Lesmurdie | High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe

Crafternoon @ High Wycombe Library

Come and get crafty at High Wycombe Library!

All craft supplies are provided. Aimed at primary school age children. Parental supervision is required.

Day: Monday
Time: 3.30pm during the school term only
Venue: High Wycombe Library, 15 Markham Road, High Wycombe

Kalamunda CoderDojo Girls Initiative

An official CoderDojo program

This is a fantastic FREE opportunity for students and parents to learn the basics of coding in a safe and structured environment. We request that parents/guardians attend with their child and encourage them to participate in the sessions. A structured learning plan will be provided and will include; a set of Arduino projects, create and customise a Web Journal / Personal Page(s), choose from a selection mini projects and bring your own project and get coding assistance. Returning participants please note that the Arduino projects are the same as those completed in Term 1. This FREE program is suitable for girls ages 10 - 12 years. Bookings essential via *https://zen.coderdojo.com/dojos/au/kalamunda-wa/kalamunda-wa
*Users can now access the official projects and earn badges.

Day: Thursday
Time: 3.15pm - 4.45pm during the school term only (commencing Thursday, 10th February 2022)
Venue: Kalamunda Library, 7 Williams Street, Kalamunda

School Holiday Activities

The libraries hold fun, exciting and educational programs during the school holidays suitable for children and teenagers aged 4-16 years. 

Find out more about what we offer for the younger generation here