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Unable to make the Library Tour?

Join the Monday night info session 26 AUG ⏰ 6:30 – 7:30

Scone Admin Building, 135 Liverpool St, Scone

Have you seen the fabulous models on display at UHSC Scone Admin Centre?

Interested in learning more?

Well here is your chance!

Curators from the Australian Museum will be showcasing innovative and practical sustainability solutions that demonstrate how small actions can lead to significant positive changes. Grab a coffee and explore the many benefits of sustainable living in a relaxed and welcoming environment ☕️📚

The Australian Museum will be visiting the following Upper Hunter Shire Libraries on Tuesday, 27 August:

📍Merriwa Library, 34-40 Vennacher Street, Merriwa

⏰9:00am – 10:00am

📍Aberdeen Library, 22 Moray Street, Aberdeen

⏰11:30am – 12:30pm

📍Murrurundi Library, 47 Mayne Street

⏰2:00pm – 3:00pm

📍Scone Library, 130 Liverpool St, Scone

⏰4:00pm – 5:00pm

👉Please contact your local library to make a booking. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover practical solutions that make a real difference!

🎾Women’s Health Week begins Monday 2nd September. 🎨

There are so many fabulous activities happening across the shire for you to enjoy!

Peruse the schedule and book in for an activity today!
Attend with friends, make new friends, learn or try something new.
🍰☕🫖🥳

Coffee, Cake & Create! ☕🍰🎨

To spread awareness of Women’s Health issues,
Upper Hunter Shire Libraries and Community Services are proud to present “Coffee, Cake and Create.”

Local Artist Anita Faulkner will host three special painting workshops in Murrurundi, Scone and Merriwa Libraries for Women’s Health Week.

Call NOW to book your spot!

☕Murrurundi Library 6540 1363 – TUE 3 SEP @ 11:30

🍰Scone Library 6540 1183 – WED 4 SEP @ 10:30

🎨Merriwa Library 6521 7007 – FRI 6 SEP @ 9:00

This event is FREE, but places are limited so book NOW!

Our Women’s Health Week celebrations continue with Health Talks presented by RP Physio.

Join Ruth for an informative afternoon and a cuppa. 🍪🫖☕

📍Scone Library – Mon 2 Sep ⏰2:00

📍Murrurundi Library – Wed 4 Sep ⏰2:00

📍Aberdeen Library – Thur 5 Sep ⏰ 2:00

📚🪄This year’s Book Week activities were truly magical! 🪄📚

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Across our 5 Library Branches we celebrated the magic of reading and storytelling with visits from local Playgroups, Preschools and Primary Schools, Guest Readers including Cr Lee Watts, Mr Glen Hughes, Toni Gorlick and Local Author Paula Stevenson.

Library Staff also visited local Primary Schools and Preschools to participate in joint celebrations and in Merriwa there were Little Sprouts popping up all over the town!
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🦉📚Hey Kids! Looking for an activity to keep you warm this Winter? Why not try joining our Winter Book Bingo? Sign up for a bingo game at your local library! 🦉📚

Pop in and collect a bingo card today. You can borrow some items, try listening to an Audiobook or discover a new favourite author. Don’t forget to return your completed bingo card to the library to collect your prize!

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WHAT'S ON AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY?

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National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) celebrated its 24th year on May 22nd. The event featured the book Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker, a moving story of longing and connection that follows a bowerbird’s search across sea, sky and city for magnificent cobalt and brilliant, vibrant BLUE objects.

UHSL hosted 5 NSS events this year in Libraries, Community Halls, Preschools, Primary Schools and Council Chambers; with guest presenters and readers including Ranger Jen from National Parks NSW, Councillor Clout, Anna Bramley, and Toni Gorlick. A big thank you to all the attendees and especially to the organisers for creating enjoyable community events.

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🎾Women’s Health Week begins Monday 2nd September. 🎨

There are so many fabulous activities happening across the shire for you to enjoy!

Peruse the schedule and book in for an activity today!Attend with friends, make new friends, learn or try something new.🍰☕🫖🥳

Coffee, Cake & Create! ☕🍰🎨

To spread awareness of Women’s Health issues, Upper Hunter Shire Libraries and Community Services are proud to present “Coffee, Cake and Create.”

Local Artist Anita Faulkner will host three special painting workshops in Murrurundi, Scone and Merriwa Libraries for Women’s Health Week.

Call NOW to book your spot!

☕Murrurundi Library 6540 1363 – TUE 3 SEP @ 11:30

🍰Scone Library 6540 1183 – WED 4 SEP @ 10:30

🎨Merriwa Library 6521 7007 – FRI 6 SEP @ 9:00

This event is FREE, but places are limited so book NOW!

Our Women’s Health Week celebrations continue with Health Talks presented by RP Physio.

Join Ruth for an informative afternoon and a cuppa. 🍪🫖☕

📍Scone Library – Mon 2 Sep ⏰2:00

📍Murrurundi Library – Wed 4 Sep ⏰2:00

📍Aberdeen Library – Thur 5 Sep ⏰ 2:00

📚🪄This year’s Book Week activities were truly magical! 🪄📚

Library Staff also visited local Primary Schools and Preschools to participate in joint celebrations and in Merriwa there were Little Sprouts popping up all over the town! 🧙‍♀️🧙🧙‍♂️🧝‍♀️🧞🧚🪄

🦉📚Hey Kids! Looking for an activity to keep you warm this Winter? Why not try joining our Winter Book Bingo? Sign up for a bingo game at your local library! 🦉📚

Pop in and collect a bingo card today. You can borrow some items, try listening to an Audiobook or discover a new favourite author. Don’t forget to return your completed bingo card to the library to collect your prize!

WHAT'S ON AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARY?

National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) celebrated its 24th year on May 22nd. The event featured the book Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker, a moving story of longing and connection that follows a bowerbird’s search across sea, sky and city for magnificent cobalt and brilliant, vibrant BLUE objects.

LIBRARY LOVER'S DAY CELEBRATIONS

2023 PHOTO GALLERY

SERVICES & PROGRAMS

Free eResources available now!

Click and Collect at Upper Hunter Shire Libraries

1000 Books Before School

Peruse the schedule and book in for an activity today!
Attend with friends, make new friends, learn or try something new.
🍰☕🫖🥳

To spread awareness of Women’s Health issues,
Upper Hunter Shire Libraries and Community Services are proud to present “Coffee, Cake and Create.”

Library Staff also visited local Primary Schools and Preschools to participate in joint celebrations and in Merriwa there were Little Sprouts popping up all over the town!
🧙‍♀️🧙🧙‍♂️🧝‍♀️🧞🧚🪄