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Trees are not only beautiful, but they significantly cool the environment and protect us from summer heat. Horticulturist, Anne Wilson, will explain why we need to increase tree canopy in a warming climate. Sally Osterstock, an experienced fruit tree grower, will demonstrate how easy it is to propagate many types of fruit trees for your own garden.

SATURDAY 29 AUGUST, 11AM - 12.30PM

UNLEY TOWN HALL OXFORD TERRACE, UNLEY

Gold coin on entry. Bookings essential, phone 8372 5100 or book online.

My grandparents had a massive almond tree in their backyard in Parkside while I was growing up. We did everything under that tree as kids. We made cubbyhouses and climbed it to heights that don't even make my eye level nowadays. But what I remember about it the most was how it heralded spring. Every year for a very short time, it would shower a carpet of white on the ground that an Adelaidean girl could pretend was the snow she had never seen.

And we are just passing that stage right now. The sun has shifted and both the white and pink blossoms are out. Spring is on our doorstep, despite the biting cold.

If you are interested in trees like I am, horticulturist Anne Wilson and Sally Osterstock, an experienced fruit tree grower, will be visiting the Unley Town Hall in a couple of weeks (see above for details). Hmm, I should probably ask about that almond tree. It was a lovely soft shelled variety that you could crack the almonds out with your fingers and I haven't seen its like since.

If you are looking for something this weekend, the Melbourne Writers' Festival was this week. They are offering some online events featuring a variety of authors this weekend. Check out their website for details.

Next weekend we have the honour of hosting a couple of our SALA artists at Goodwood Library for a meet and greet. Maggie Cecchin has done some wonderful explorations of textures - our website features Maggie in a video interview as part of our SALA Online Gallery. Susi Messenger's fascinating collection of tea cosies are a staff favourite for their creativity and originality.

Also, don't forget to check out all the entries for the Winter Wonderland Master Building Challenge and the Designing Dragons competition!

I hope you are all safe and well and we will see you in the Libraries.

Ruth

Meet and greet Goodwood Library SALA exhibitors.

Pop into Goodwood Library on Saturday 22 August between 10am and 1pm to meet and chat with Maggie Cecchin and Susi Messenger. Learn about their 2020 SALA exhibitions and what inspires their creativity.

Free event. No bookings required.

Did you know that we have eBooks & Audiobooks in ten languages other than English? Explore via the Community Languages page on OverDrive.

From the rugged sandstone plateaus of the Northern Territory border to the beautiful white beaches of the west coast, the Kimberley is one of the world’s premier 4WD and adventure destinations. You will experience tumbling falls, fascinating reefs, and gorges carved by majestic rivers; the Kimberley is simply spectacular. 

THURSDAY 20 AUGUST, 7 - 8PM

UNLEY TOWN HALL OXFORD TERRACE, UNLEY

Gold coin on entry. Bookings essential, phone 8372 5100 or book online.

Feel more confident with learning, socialising, and conducting tasks using the internet with this presentation. We will demonstrate common scams, and what to look out for, and help you to keep yourself safer online.

There will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

WEDNESDAY 9 SEPTEMBER, 10.30AM - 12NOON

UNLEY TOWN HALL OXFORD TERRACE, UNLEY

Gold coin on entry. Bookings essential, phone 8372 5100 or book online.

Hundreds of titles at your fingertips. Spread over thirteen devices these popular fiction and non-fiction books for adult and young adult readers are now available for loan exclusively for our Unley borrowers.

We have just added over 80 new titles, check out our catalogue for a complete list.

Collect a craft pack in the Libraries either for this week or next week's session. You can find templates for this week's online Storytime on our blog.

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We have cute cats and adorable dogs in our Storytime this week. Make your own cat/dog masks with our take-home craft packs.

Our Storytime program is designed to extend your child's early literacy experience. Our online Storytime series highlights some of our favourite picture books, and gives you a taste of our on-site sessions.

Join us for Wriggletime or Babytime at Goodwood or Unley.

Sing and dance with us to our favourite songs. Wriggletime is aimed at toddlers who are ready to wriggle, dance and follow along with the actions.

Our online sessions for babies and toddlers are designed to give you a sample of our on-site sessions and encourage early literacy, music and movement in your own home.

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This week Amelia and Caitlin went down to the farm with Wriggletime.

This round, our focus is on supporting initiatives to help our community respond and recover from the impacts of COVID-19. We invite community groups to apply for project funding in areas including recreation, art and culture, skill development, health and environmental awareness. Visit our website to read the guidelines and complete an application. Applications close 30 September 2020