The Mitcham Library Service is continuing to operate in a safe manner.
We will continue to monitor and review the situation and provide regular updates on our social media channels and website.
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Most services have now resumed although there may be some changes to ensure we follow protocols.
Please contact the libraries if you have questions about specific programmes.
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TAX HELP
Blackwood Library | Thursday 10am to 1pm | Bookings essential
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The Blackwood Library now has a recognized myTax consultant coming in to assist people, who earn around $60,000 or less, with their tax returns.
Bookings are essential
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BE BUSHFIRE READY - 2 INFORMATION SESSIONS
Blackwood Library | Thursday 8 & 15 October | 6.30pm - 7.30pm
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Learn about how to be prepared and stay safe in bushfire season with the CFS at these two Bushfire Ready sessions at Blackwood Library.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
- Bushfire behaviour
- Home & property preparation
- Keeping informed, Alert SA
- Where to go and when
- Bushfire survival plans
Each session covers different topics. Hills residents are encouraged to attend both.
Free | Bookings essential
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SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS |
We are bringing you a special newsletter to let you know all the great activities Mitcham Council are running for the October School Holidays.
Coming soon!
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TECH TIME
Mitcham Memorial Library | Tuesdays from 3pm
Blackwood Library | Tuesdays from 10am
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Tech Time will be recommencing from Tuesday 18 September.
One on one assistance with any tablet, phone or device.
Free | Bookings essential
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KNITTING GROUP
Mitcham Memorial Library | Saturdays Monthly | 1.30pm
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With the continued relaxing of restrictions we are now pleased to be able to recommence knitting group meetings.
September 26
October 24
Free | No bookings required
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'LET'S TALK ABOUT' - DISCUSSION GROUP
Mitcham Memorial Library | Tuesdays fortnightly | 10:30am
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A fortnightly informal discussion and conversation group.
September 15, 29
October 13, 27
November 10, 24
December 8
Free | No Bookings required
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VIEW YOUR BORROWING HISTORY |
Opt-in to start keeping a record of your borrowing history.
Like to have a list of what you’ve borrowed from our libraries?
Use it to keep track of the books you’ve already read or even to inspire your next reading pick!
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
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How cute are these two? Harlow and Audielle enjoyed an Arbour-Day themed Story Time at Mitcham Memorial Library this week. After the session, participants were invited to take home a tree-themed craft activity and a native tree to plant in their backyard as part of City of Mitcham's Arbour Day event.
The event aims to encourage the community to expand Mitcham’s tree canopy and raise awareness of the importance of planting native trees.
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Have you visited the new art exhibition on display at the Mitcham Memorial Library? This exhibition is by Bronwen Roodenrys-Mills from Richmond Road Studios and is called ‘Favourites’ and includes all of the subjects she loves to paint including tigers, pets, birds and gardens, lovely ladies and exotic places. For more information visit richmondroadstudios.com.au.
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A free Justice of the Peace service is available at the Civic Centre, and the Mitcham and Blackwood Libraries.
Council offers a free part time Justice of the Peace service for residents who need documents witnessed for official or legal purposes.
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Blackwood Library
215 Main Road, Blackwood
Mondays & Wednesdays
10am to 12pm
Mitcham Memorial Library
154 Belair Road, Hawthorn
Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays 10am to 12pm
Mitcham Civic Centre
131 Belair Road, Torrens Park
Mondays & Thursdays
10am to 12pm
No appointment necessary.
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OVERDRIVE'S TOGETHER WE READ
17 September - 1 October
The goal of this digital book club is to connect readers from AU/NZ with the same eBook at the same time without any waitlists or holds!
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COVID-19 THROUGH YOUNG EYES |
The State Library of South Australia is committed to including voices and experiences of children and young people. You are invited to take part in COVID-19 Through Young Eyes.
About the project
This project invites children and young people across the state to reflect on and create a response that shares their personal experiences during COVID-19.
Responses might be recorded on paper such as poems, stories, drawings or a painting with an explanation attached, or a short video such as an interview, meme or stop motion animation.
Further information about how to get involved can be found here.
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STORYTIME AND WRIGGLE AND READ HAVE RESTARTED! |
Storytime 10.30am
Mitcham Memorial Library | Monday and Thursday
Blackwood Library | Tuesday
Wriggle and Read 10.30am
Mitcham Memorial Library | Wednesday
Blackwood Library | Thursday
Please note that Toys and Talk has not been rescheduled due to COVID restrictions.
Numbers are limited due to physical distancing requirements.
Storytime craft will be demonstrated and craft packs handed out to make at home.
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GETTING MORE FROM YOUR IPAD - FREE ONLINE CLASS |
This class is for people who can use an iPad but want to know more of its functions. The lesson is 2x1 hour sessions using Zoom video meetings. An individual intro to Zoom is provided for people who have never used Zoom. The class includes managing photos, getting Apps, control centre, photos, bookmarks, word-processing, iCloud, Apple ID, backups, password management eBooks, maps, podcasts, music…
and more.
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LEARN BLOGGING IN YOUR OWN TIME |
Do you want to learn to write a blog but can’t attend a class? A visual online tutorial is now available. This self-paced tutorial, developed by John Travers, demonstrates how to set up a travel blog but provides skills necessary to create any type of blog. Zoom is also in the works. John will provide support for those following the tutorial via email.
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Art with Apple Pencil is a one-off presentation that shows the capabilities of painting with the Apple Pencil on an iPad using Procreate.
Suitable for beginners and artists.
Session times are mutually arranged.
Questions and enrolment contact
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ANCESTRY - FAMILY HISTORY |
Ancestry.com Library Edition provides access to an extensive range of genealogical resources from the United States and United Kingdom, including census, vital, church, court, and immigration records. It also provides limited Australian coverage.
This service is usually only available using computers within the library, however until September 30 you can access the service remotely
To access:
2. Log in with your library card number & PIN.
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Mitcham Memorial Library
8372 8244
Blackwood Library
8372 8255
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