After a challenging year in 2020 when most library events were held online, Wollondilly Library staff are excited to be welcoming residents back in person for some of their favourite adult’s and children’s programs.
Regular storytime and toddler time sessions have returned this week, with families keen to get out of the house to take part in the story and craft activities. This is all being done in a Covid safe environment, with bookings required to make sure numbers are within the guidelines.…
Residents and friends are invited to come along and celebrate the opening of the freshly renovated top floor of the Wollondilly Library on Saturday 29 April between 10am and 2pm, with fun activities for all ages.
As part of the celebrations, NSW Government's Woman of the Year for Wollondilly Marjo Hallowell will be talking about her book, Bargo 200 Years in the Making. Other activities will include face painting and interactive art for kids, Library tours, a pop up from Picton & Distri…
Wollondilly Council has welcomed the announcement of $400,000 in funding for the Wollondilly Library under the 2021/22 Public Library Infrastructure Grant Program.
Member for Wollondilly, Nathaniel Smith, today announced a total of $403,092 in funding for the library service, part of $6 million worth of funding for 26 public library projects across NSW.
Mayor Matt Gould said, “We have been consistently told that our library users need more spaces for quiet study or reading within the library b…
About Plans Stages Updates FAQ's Stage 2 About Plans Stages Updates FAQ's NEW Government Services Building, Village Green and LibraryForming a crucial part of Council’s transformative Wollondilly Cultural Precinct (WCP) project, the new Government Services Building (GSB), Library and Village Green will bring a substantial $732 million in economic benefits for the Picton town centre, the broader Wollondilly community, Council employees and other service organisat…
Read more about "Stage 2"...As part of Children’s Book Week 2020, Wollondilly Library will celebrate with a ‘Create your own Curious Creature’ competition.
The competition will run from 17 October to 23 October with winners being notified on 27 October. Participants can draw, paint or build a model of a curious creature and send a picture to the Library to be in the chance to win a Book Week shortlisted prize pack.
Mayor for Wollondilly Robert Khan said, “Book Week is the perfect time to celebrate the magic of reading wi…
Wollondilly Library invites book lovers in Wollondilly Shire and beyond to join NSW Reads – a statewide online book club and one of New South Wales’ largest reading programs.
Coordinated by the New South Wales Public Library Association, NSW Reads will see book lovers across the state reading Andrew Pippos’ debut novel, Lucky's.
Central to the theme of Lucky’s is the iconic Greek milk bar/café businesses, found in many Australian towns and suburbs.
In the current climate of uncertainty a…
If you struggle with the complexities of tax time, Wollondilly Library will be providing free assistance for people earning $60,000 or less to complete tax returns with a trained Tax Help Volunteer.
For your appointment you will require:
• Your myGov user ID and password – if you are unable to locate or remember your myGov details, or don't have a myGov account, our volunteers can help
• Your mobile phone to receive your myGov access code
• Your bank account details (BSB and account…
Are you looking for a quiet place to study or work? Why not book a table at one of the Wollondilly Library’s study sessions.
The Library will re-open the View Room from Tuesday 6 October, and are offering study desks for quiet and individual study spaces.
The study desks are perfect for HSC and University students or anyone wanting a quiet place to work or study.
There are two sessions per day: 9:45am to 1pm and 1:45pm to 5pm. Thursday session will be 9:45am - 1pm and 1:45-6pm. Free Wifi is…
The impact of the coronavirus pandemic has seen many people struggle with their mental health.
Wollondilly Library is inviting members of the community to join an online event this October as part of Mental Health Month.
Special guest author Kim Hodges will join the library to talk about her own personal experiences with mental health and talk about her new book ‘Girl on the Edge.’
This is a free online zoom event in collaboration with Camden, Campbelltown and Wollondilly Libraries and will b…
… workshop
Date: Wednesday 30 September
Time: 11am
Venue: The Dilly YACFacebook page
Age: All ages
Learn tips and ideas for making a mandala drawing.
Resume Writing Workshop
Date: Tuesday 6 October
Time: 4-6pm
Venue: Wollondilly Library, Menangle Street, Picton
Age: 14+
How to write an effective resume and cover letter, techniques to present your skills, post workshop email support is included.
Bookings can be made here
Paint and Sip
Date: Saturday 10…
About Plans Stages Updates FAQ's Stage 4 About Plans Stages Updates FAQ's New Library A new and contemporary library will be constructed to provide modern and connected opportunities for study, gathering and learning. Repurposing of Former Library Building The current library building will be internally refitted as an arts and community space – with facilities for workshops, meetings and exhibitions. The narrow laneway between this building and the Shire Hall wi…
Read more about "Stage 4"...… Performing Arts Centre will provide a state-of-the-art local venue for music, theatre, exhibitions and civic events, and will be a major injection into the cultural life of Picton and the wider Wollondilly area.
Children's Services Building & Library Renovations
Construction teams are now putting the finishing touches on the new Children’s Services Building and the Library renovations. They are expected to be ready for use by April 2023.
The new Children’s Services Building will fac…
… Cultural Precinct coming to life, Council will further consider the preferred funding model for the next stage of the project, the Government Services Building, at the November Council Meeting.
The preferred model for the Government Services Building, Library and Village Green is expected to bring a substantial $732 million in economic benefits for the Picton town centre, the broader Wollondilly community and other service organisations.
Independent economic analysis has shown that over the n…
Wollondilly Shire Council’s Library and Children’s Services will showcase the voices of local Aboriginal people and help share their stories with the next generation, thanks to $1500 in funding from the National Indigenous Australians Agency.
The funding has been awarded to the Council services to run story sharing activities for a range of age groups during NAIDOC Week, from 7 to 14 July 2024, and into the school term. It will support five sessions of an Aboriginal Cultural Education program f…
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