AUGUST 2024 WHAT'S ON
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WHAT'S ON AROUND THE GLOBE THIS MONTH
MS Readathon
National Family History Month
Dental Health Week
National Landcare Week
Rail Safety Week
National Science Week
World Elephant Day
International Youth Day
Children's Book Week
Vietnam Veteran's Day
Daffodil Day
1 - 31 August 1 - 31 August
5 - 11 August 5 - 11 August 5 - 11 August 10 - 18 August 12 August 12 August 17 - 23 August 18 August 22 August
Come in and participate with our selected displays and activities.
Breastfeeding welcome here
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work and pay our respect to their Elders past and present.
Benalla Library respects patron pronouns and celebrates all patron identities.
WHAT WE RECOMMEND BOOKS, DVDS & MAGAZINES
Braiding Sweetgrass
Robin Wall Kimmerer
Blending Indigenous teachings with scientific expertise, this work explores the harmonious relationship between humans and the environment. Through narratives and reflections, it emphasises the importance of gratitude, reciprocity, and stewardship, urging readers to reconsider their interactions with the natural world and embrace a more sustainable and respectful approach to living.
All Systems Red Martha Wells
A security robot gains selfawareness, dubbing itself "Murderbot," and struggles with its newfound autonomy while protecting a research team from mysterious threats. It prefers watching TV shows to human interaction, navigating a journey of selfdiscovery and survival in a thrilling sci-fi adventure.
Let’s Be Cops (2014)
Two friends impersonate police officers for fun, only to get tangled in real-life danger when they cross paths with actual criminals. Their adventure spirals into chaos as they navigate unexpected responsibilities and high-stakes scenarios with comedic antics.
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WHAT’S ON ONGOING
Early Years
Online Services Take Home Packs
Find stories read aloud on Story Box Library or eAudiobooks anytime on BorrowBox, Hoopla, Libby, and uLibrary!
Early Years Take Home Packs can be enjoyed anywhere, anytime! These packs are designed to aid in early learning.
MondayTuesday
Cushion Concert
6 months - 3 years
10.30am - 11am
Friday
Rhyme Time
0 - 3 years
10.30am - 11am
We know family is your child's first teacher. These programs can help supplement your child's learning at home and encourage social development.
Story Time
3 - 6 years
10.30am - 11am
Talk to your kindergarten, play group, or school about organising a special visit to your local library!
Please note: Ongoing Early Years programs take a break during school holidays
Story Box Library, established in 2013, is committed to promoting storytelling to enhance children's language and literacy skills during their early developmental years. Through our platform, children can access a diverse array of engaging
Whether used for bedtime, classroom discussions, or as a read-aloud model, Story Box Library serves as a valuable resource to improve children's lives. Our goal is to ignite children's enthusiasm for reading, stimulate their imaginations, and make exploring stories a fun and enriching experience. Regular reading aloud positively impacts language and literacy development, addressing the gap for children who may not receive frequent read-aloud opportunities. storytellers from various backgrounds, including sportspeople, musicians, grandparents, teenagers, comedians, and actors, all sharing past and present book titles through the medium of film.
Search 'StoryBox' in your app store, or scan the QR Code.
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Celebrate 2024 Book Week with us every day 17 - 23 August! Come to our children’s program dressed in a costume representing your favourite book!
Give your child the best start to life through reading.
Children aged 0-2 years, living in Benalla Rural City will receive a FREE, highquality, age-appropriate book in the mail each month.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
The library that Dolly built now available in Benalla
Enrol now!
ONLINE SERVICES
Find junior TV, movies, books, audiobooks, music, and comics for free through BorrowBox, Libby, Hoopla, and uLibrary
WHAT'S ON junior ONGOING
CREATIVEWRITINGGROUP
Tuesday,4.30pm-5.30pm Asocial,fungroupforcreativityand socialisingwithlikemindedkids. Ages:8-13
BOARD GAMES, CARD GAMES, AND PUZZLES AVAILABLE ANYTIME (JUST ASK AT THE COUNTER)
Regular programming for younger patrons to look forward to weekly. Bookings required.
Dungeons and Dragons
Mondays, fortnightly on odd numbered weeks 4.30pm start
D&D improves all sorts of learning skills, including maths, as well as social-emotional skills... but not to mention, is great fun! Are you interested in junior chess? We would love to run weekly or fortnightly sessions. Let us know! ?
Is there something you would like to see here?
Please note: Ongoing Junior programs take a break during school holidays
National Science Week, Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology, occurs this year from 10 - 18 August.
This year’s theme, "Species Survival – More Than Just Sustainability," highlights the importance of preserving biodiversity.
Established in 1997, National Science Week honours the contributions of Australian scientists and sparks public interest in scientific pursuits.
Supported by the Australian Government, CSIRO, ABC, and ASTA, the week engages over a million participants, from children to adults and from science amateurs to professionals.
National Science Week aims to foster a national appreciation for science and inspire future generations to explore the wonders of the natural world, encouraging a deeper understanding of the intricate balance required for species survival.
How we are celebrating at Benalla Library:
Science channel videos playing everyday
Science related <tale-home= activity packs
Author talk with Associate Professor Paul Humphries about about the Murray cod at 5.30pm Wednesday 14 August.
REGULAR PROGRAMS FOR TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS TO LOOK FORWARD TO. BOOKINGS REQUIRED.
FIND TV, MOVIES, MUSIC, BOOKS, AUDIOBOOKS, AND COMICS FOR FREE THROUGH BORROWBOX, LIBBY, HOOPLA, AND ULIBRARY ANYTIME ANYWHERE!
Please note: Ongoing Teen programs take a break during school holidays DO YOU HAVE AN IDEA FOR A NEW PROGRAM OR EVENT? LET US KNOW! WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOUR THOUGHTS!
World Elephant Day
World Elephant Day is celebrated on 12 August 2024 to raise awareness about the plight of elephants and the urgent need for their conservation.
Elephants, known for their intelligence and social bonds, are facing severe threats due to habitat loss, poaching for ivory, and human-wildlife conflict.
This day aims to highlight the importance of protecting these magnificent creatures and ensuring their survival in the wild.
Conservation efforts focus on habitat preservation, anti-poaching measures, and fostering coexistence between humans and elephants.
By supporting these initiatives, we can contribute to the well-being of elephants and the health of our planet.
Let's take this day to educate ourselves and others about the challenges elephants face and the steps we can take to help.
Teen Recommended Reads This Months TRR Topic: Elephant Conservation
Each month, Teen Recommended Reads explores a central theme or topic of discussion. Teens are encouraged to find an age appropriate novel that shares this topic and discuss how this novel relates to the theme and general questions.
In recognition of World Elephant Day, we are choosing from books that centre stories of or by elephant conservationists for this month's Teen Recommended Reads. Choose a book from this theme and let us know what you think.
This month we recommend:
More book suggestions can be found at globalelephants.org/elephant-books
DID YOU KNOW?
In 1500, there were over 25 million elephants in Africa. By 1900 this had fallen to 10 million, by 1979 down to 1.3 million, and by the mid-1990s numbers had fallen below 300,000. Sadly, in 1900 there were approximately 100,000 Asian elephants, which has dropped to under 40,000 (domesticated and wild) today.
Monday
Morning Mah-jong
10am - 12noon
ADULTS What’s On
All events are free to attend.
Tuesday & Thursday
Walking TalkingBook Club
9am - 10am
Coming Soon
Dungeons and Dragons
One-shots to be announced!
Express Interest
Today Mah-jong has been associated with improvements in short term memory, attention, and logical thinking, but most of all it is fun. Join us for a weekly competition and socialise with friends.
Tuesday
Chatty Cafe Communi-tea
10am - 12noon
Each Tuesday morning the Biography section will turn into a Chatty Cafe. Come have a cuppa, conversation, and connect with someone. Conversation starters and board games available.
Starting at the back of the library, join us for either a 2.4km (approx. 35min) walk or a 4.25km (approx. 55min) walk while listening to each month’s uLibrary audiobook. Cuppa and chat in the library following the last Thursday walk. BYO listening device, water, weather/sun protection.
Wednesday Online Library Help Session 4pm - 4.30pm
Need help with BorrowBox, Hoopla, Libby, uLibrary, or Story Box Library? Ask questions and find tips and tricks in this weekly session.
ONGOING
Regular programming to look forward to. Everyone welcome.
Bookings required
Monday
& Wednesday
Crafternoons 1pm - 3pm
Card Game Club
2pm - 3pm
Who doesn’t love the humble deck of cards?
Come join us for weekly card games! Half an hour will be dedicated to learning a new game each week for a month, then half an hour for a game of our choice!
Bonus points if you can teach us a new game!
Friday Thursday
Silent Reading Sprints
10am - 11am
Feel like you need help reaching your reading goals? Maybe <Reading Sprints= are for you!
Come join a group for a quick chat and cuppa, then read for 25mins straight, then if you want to go for another round - all the better! Share what you’re reading and enjoy meeting your reading goals!
Crafting is a fantastic way to relax and alleviate stress, build satisfaction and self-esteem, and improve your cognitive and fine-motor skills. Bring your current project and work creatively with others. Beginner to intermediate. Craft materials available, if you don’t have a project to bring along.
Thursday
Scrabble
10am - 12noon
Scrabble helps improve well-being, bonding, cooperation, and confidence while building your vocabulary, strategic thinking skills, and creativity.
Saturday
3, 17, 31 August 9.30am - 11.30am
Chess Club
First Tuesday
2pm - 4pm
Come once a month to our chess social and organise games throughout the month - leading to an end of year Chess Tournament in December. Winners names to be memorialised within the Benalla Library.
Family History Research Support
Third Thursday
10am - 11am
Come with your family names and places prepared for some helpful hints on using Ancestry Library.
Spintronics
Second Friday 2pm - 3pm
Spintronics is a game where players build mechanical circuits to solve puzzles. Perfect for keeping problem-solving and engineering skills fresh or building these skills!
ADULTS What’s On Monthly
All events are free to attend.
Library Lovers Social
Second Wednesday 5pm - 6pm
As a way to combat loneliness and isolation, patrons are invited to come chat and relax in the librarycasual unstructured social event.
Last Friday 2pm, 2.20pm, 2.40pm Need one-on-one help working out how to reset a password or download an app? Book one of our 20min oneon-one help sessions. * Staff are unable to assist with larger tasks or sensitive information.
Anytime ONGOING
Board Games
Ask at counter
Engaging in board games allows us to unplug from our digital devices, be social, and be fully present in the moment. The immersive nature of board games requires concentration and focus, which promotes mindfulness while connecting with others.
Lego
Ask at counter
Lego is not just amazing for children’s developments, it is fantastic for adults too! They're fun, creative, and offer a great sense of satisfaction when completed. Lego can help reduce stress, improve cognitive function and problemsolving skills, and can even delay dementia symptoms!
Regular programming or activities to look forward to.
Everyone welcome. Bookings required for scheduled events
Puzzles
Ask at counter
Studies have shown that jigsaw puzzles can help improve visual-spatial reasoning, short-term memory, and problemsolving skills as well as combat cognitive decline, which can reduce risk of developing dementia. There are also mental health and social benefits to puzzling... not to mention, it’s fun!
Ask at counter
Card games engage a variety of cognitive skills, such as concentration, attention, and critical thinking, as well as facilitating beneficial social interactions. By regularly exercising these skills through card games, people can keep their minds sharp and maintain mental health.
Borrow books, audiobooks, comics, magazines, scholarly articles, and shows through our supported apps.
UPCOMING AUTHOR TALKS
Please RSVP to save your place and help ensure the success of these free events.
Refreshments provided.
Joe Matera
Friday 2 August, 2.30pm
Join Joe Matera as he discusses 'Louder Than Words' and shares stories from his career, including performances with Steve Harley and The Animals.
Paul Humphries
Wednesday 14 August, 5.30pm
Join Associate Professor Paul Humphries during National Science Week for a talk on the ecological significance and conservation of the iconic Murray cod.
Mark Baker
Tuesday 3 September, 1.30pm
Come discuss military history with Mark, author of Buckham’s Bombers. The untold story of one of the finest Australian air crews in World War II, and one of the most dangerous missions of the war in Europe.
Fiona McArthur
Wednesday 11 September, 5.30pm
Join us for an evening with Fiona McArthur, discussing her new book "Back to Birdsville" and the inspiration behind her heart-warming rural romance.
Gabriel Bergmoser
Wednesday 18 September, 1.30pm
We welcome Gabriel back to discuss his new novel, The Hitchhiker. A twisted cat-and-mouse game set in the desolate expanse of the Australian outback, The Hitchhiker is a tense, savage edgeof-your-seat thriller.
Benalla Homelessness Response Group
<Homelessness: A Community
Conversation=
Wednesday 21 August, 5.30pm
Formed in 2021 in response to community concern about homelessness and hardship in our region, the Benalla Homelessness Response Group Inc has been working with community members and organisations to implement grassroots actions to support those who are doing it tough.
Come and join the Community Conversation to share information about homelessness in Benalla and surrounds, find out what can be done to help, and if you feel inspired, join this growing movement of community members supporting each other!
More info? contact benallahomelessnessrg@gmail.com or check out their Facebook page – search for "Benalla Homelessness Response Group - BHRG Inc
Scan the QR code below for free ticket registration
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cybersafety.infoxchange.org
Scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, targeting both individuals and organisations. Our webinar on how to protect yourself from scams is designed to provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to protect yourself from a wide range of fraudulent activities.
From Facebook marketplace scams to 'child emergency' scams, this webinar will go through where the most common scams occur and how to prevent yourself from being scammed.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay one step ahead of the scammers by protecting your personal and financial information by becoming scam aware today!
This webinar covers topics including:
Understand fraud, scams and data breaches
Spot scams
Guard and protect yourselves from scammers
Know your rights and responsibilities when it comes to scams
Not challenged in your current job?
Think it’s time for a change?
Do you want a career instead of <just a job=?
A career with Victoria Police may be made for you. Victoria Police are hosting an exclusive information session for members of the Benalla community who are interested in a career with Victoria Police.
Join us at the Benalla Library to learn more about the recruitment process, training at the Police Academy, general duties policing, country policing, career pathways and more!
When: Wednesday 14 August 2024
Where: Benalla Library - 2 Fawckner Drive, Benalla VIC 3672
Time: 6.00pm - 7.00pm - including Q&A session
FOSTER CARE INFORMATION SESSION
Wednesday 4 September 2024
5.00pm
Sir Edward "Weary" Dunlop Learning Centre 2 Fawckner Drive, Benalla; and Online: tinyurl.com/yeyskuaf
Could you be a foster carer and change a child's life?
Across Benalla we urgently need more foster carers - nurturing people willing and able to provide stable, loving homes for children unable to live safely with their families.
We welcome carers of any gender, sexuality and culture. You can be single or partnered, working or retired, with or without children of your own. To become a foster carer, your ability to care for and nurture a child is what matters.
We provide full training, 24/7 support and financial assistance to help cover the cost of providing care.
If you're interested in sharing your home, heart and time with a child or young person in need, come along to our free information session at Benalla Library to learn what's involved in becoming a foster carer and whether it's the right fit for you.
We will cover the different types of care, the application and assessment process, the roles and responsibilities of being a foster carer and the support you will receive from Life Without Barriers. Our experienced team will talk you through the process and answer any questions you have - no matter how big or small!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE LIBRARY
ENDING
HOME LIBRARY ASSISTANCE
Collect and deliver items to homebound patrons
Assist patrons place holds on items via their device
Chat and spend time with homebound patron
Return items to Library
LONELINESS
TOGETHER TEAM
Attend allocated programs with patrons
Assist library staff where needed
Connect with program participants
Chat and spend time with patrons in library
Help grow connectedness
MARKETING & PROGRAMS ADMIN AND CRAFT
Assist packing <take-home= packs
Cut, laminate, or create items for wall displays
Deliver marketing materials to places around the community
Attend outreach events with staff and assist delivery
Contact council to express interest in volunteering or apply on council website
Fill required documents, including Working With Children Check, and meet with Volunteer
Development Coordinator
Meet the library team and set-up times/days
Many magazines to chose from now on Libby and hundreds more!
Us, Hello!, InTouch, New Idea, The Hollywood Reporter, Who, Woman’s Day, Woman’s Weekly
Better Homes and Gardens, Gardening Australia
Marie Claire, Vogue. Reader’s Digest, InStyle, Grand Designs
4x4, Men’s Health, MOTOR Magazine, Australian Hunter
Discover Creativebug with your library card!
Enjoy FREE access to thousands of art and craft video classes.
From knitting to painting, there's something for all skill levels with new classes weekly.
Not a member yet? Visit our library to get started. Unleash your creativity today!
Follow these steps to get started
Visit the Creativebug website through the link on our online library page: https://tinyurl.com/hclnonline 1. Enter your library card number and PIN.2.
Enter some basic information to create your account .3.
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Start exploring on the web or in the app! You can browse classes by category, skill level, or instructor. 4.
Thank you Wangaratta Library for sharing this amazing resource with the network!
Search 'Creativebug' in your app store, or scan the QR Code. You must create an account using the steps above before logging into the app.
NEW WALKERS ALWAYS WELCOME.
28,695 METERS WALKED IN JUNE
340 MINUTES LISTENING TO OUR AUDIOBOOK TOGETHER
37,301 STEPS WALKED IN JUNE
TUESDAY & THURSDAY, 9AM
Benalla Library’s <Walking TalkingBook Group= listens to uLibrary’s monthly book club while taking in some fresh air, getting some vitamin D, and improving our heart health.
In June, we listened to Wake by Shelley Burr. We give it:
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BookClubs
FREE to join and use
Join one or create your own!
Book Clubs through Benalla Library are free and easy!
We all know, after the last few years, connecting with people is extremely important to our mental health and overall well-being. Book Clubs are a great way to relax and connect with friends regularly or meet new people.
Sign up to our Benalla Library "Library Lovers" 2024 Book Club and meet new people or gather a group of friends to enjoy reading with! Alternatively, you could join our <Walking Talking-Book Club=!
Plan your year and choose from over 70 Book Club sets to get you going. Each set comes with ten books, most containing one Large Print copy, and suggested questions.
Physical books not your thing? Try digital clubs on Hoopla, Libby, or uLibrary!
HOME LIBRARY
DELIVERED THE BOOKS YOU LOVE BROUGHT TO
WHO WHAT WHY
AGED CARE AND HOME BOUND BENALLA RESIDENTS CAN ACCESS THIS FREE MONTHLY SERVICE WITH THEIR LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP
LIBRARY STAFF TAILOR SELECTIONS BASED ON EACH PATRONS PREFERENCES BOOKS LARGE-PRINT DVDS AUDIO-BOOKS MAGAZINES
BENALLA LIBRARY IS A WELCOMING AND INCLUSIVE PLACE FOR ALL, INCLUDING THOSE WHO ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND IN PERSON
click&click& collect collect available available
Feeling unwell, but need some library items to help you through recovery? We still offer click and collect for patrons who may be infectious or are nervous about entering spaces with other people.
Place items on hold via website, app, or over the phone
Wait for items to become available
When available, come to library and call us to notify that you are in the carpark
Pick your preferences and wait for them to become available OR allow staff to pick for you from on-shelf items and have collection ready in under an hour!
Wait in your car for us to deliver the items to your door (please wait for staff to walk away before opening the door!)
Have you seen our Inclusion, Diversity, and Access brochure?
Drop into the library to see how we can support you in our library.
Any inclusive, access-friendly, and diversity strengthening ideas encouraged!
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Please lets us know via QR code below or feedback box in library
We’re always looking for feedback on what we’re doing right and what we could improve on, ideas for new programs we could run, better ways we can support early learning, ideas for tackling loneliness in our community, and ways we can be more inclusive.
Or, just send us some reasons why you love our library! We would love to hear it!
Supporting people with print disabilities
A print disability is a difficulty or inability to read printed material due to a perceptual, physical or visual disability. The reasons for print disability vary but may include: vision impairment or blindness, dyslexia, physical dexterity problems such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, arthritis or paralysis.
Ways we can help:
Print disability friendly accessibility options on all public computers, including text magnifier, contrast, and screen reader
Accessible computer available with large print keyboard, bone conductive headphones, and ergonomic mouse
Braille children's books available
Text magnifiers available for loan
Vision impaired chess and Sudoku games available for use
Dyslexic friendly children's books available (like this font)
eBooks with increased font size or dyslexic friendly font
Large print fiction and non-fiction books available, including light weight options
Audiobooks and eAudiobooks available
eAudiobook book clubs available and large print copies available in most physical book club sets
Textmagnifiers availableforloan
Braille children’s books available
NEW INCLUSIVE ACCESS COMPUTER Disability is not a barrier at your local library
Libraries serve as essential, inclusive spaces where individuals from diverse backgrounds can learn and connect. As accessible community hubs, we offer quiet, safe environments for everyone to engage with materials and each other. Recognising the importance of accessibility, our library ensures that everyone has the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow together.
Accessible additions:
Large print, high contrast keyboard
Ergonomic trackball mouse
Wrist-rest mouse pad
Bone conduction headphones
Ease of Access display options
Let us know how we could support you more
High Country Library Network is pleased to announce that from February, its members will have access to a new online service –<hoopla Digital=.
hoopla is a versatile online streaming platform provides patrons with immediate access to a wide range of materials, including:
eBooks A vast selection of titles across various genres, suitable for all ages.
eAudiobooks An extensive collection of narrated books, ideal for on-the-go listening.
Bookclub A new title each month in eBook and eAudiobook format, including a discussion guide and author Q&A.
Music A wide array of music albums spanning different genres and artists.
Movies A diverse range of films, from blockbusters to independent cinema.
TV Shows Various television series, including both classic and contemporary shows.
Comics A colourful assortment of comic books and graphic novels for all comic enthusiasts.
Search 'hoopla Digital' in your app store, or scan the QR Code. http://tinyurl.com/5fn32bz9http://tinyurl.com/y59cdx6d
Your Library App Libraries Victoria
Enjoy your library, anywhere, anytime on any device! Download the Libraries Victoria App to your phone or tablet.
The Libraries Victoria App has some handy information but even more exciting is if you sign into your local library you will find all the information from your local library. If you stay signed in, then every time you open the App you will go directly to your own library.
Key Features:
Use your phone as a library card – the app has your library barcode stored just swipe up where you see My Barcode at the bottom of the screen. Search the catalogue of your home libraries and place holds. Find eBooks and audiobooks from your library catalogue. Manage all your loans and holds from the My Account screen.
Search 'Libraries Victoria' in your app store, or scan the QR Code.
Discover more at your library:
Enjoy our climate control in the heat or cool.
Book into our free programs and events.
Book in and use one of our free computers or use our free Wi-Fi 24/7. Print, scan, photocopy, or fax from our equipment.
Research topics that interest you in library or online on CloudSource OA. Get creative with our free colouring in sheets and junior take-home packs.
Hang out in our children’s area and watch StoryBox Library story-time any time of day.
Play a board game, create with LEGO, discover new card games, or piece together a puzzle.
Borrow a graphic novel or manga comic book.
Borrow a DVD film or TV series or get us to clean your discs on our machine.
Borrow a audiobook on CD, MP3, or digitally.
Read our selection of newspapers and magazines physically or digitally. Check out our online resources listed below!
OPENING HOURS
9.30am - 6pm 9.30am - 6pm 12noon - 7pm
9.30am - 6pm 9.30am - 5pm 9am - 12noon
Closed Sundays and Public Holidays
2 Fawckner Drv, Benalla 03 5762 2069
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