City of Parramatta Libraries eNewsletter

Francis the Frog's Waterways Adventure Show

Join Francis the Frog and Mike for World Environment Day, as they take children on a journey to understand the impact of litter and pollution on our waterways.

Sydney Writers' Festival: Cristy Burne

Get ready for a mind-blowing morning of storytelling with Cristy! 

Cristy Burne, AKA The Creativity Queen, will combine science, creativity and adventure in an explosive morning of fun for all. 

Introduction to Cybersafety (in Hindi)

Join us for this Tech Savvy for Seniors session on how to safeguard yourself on the internet by understanding potential threats, the functions of security software, available options, and ensuring your online safety.

Introduction to Computers (in Mongolian)

Attend this Tech Savvy for Seniors session to learn how to navigate a computer using a mouse and keyboard.You will utilise your skills to create a word document and to explore the Internet.

Book Your Own Sewing Machine

Whether you are new to sewing or a seasoned sewist, book a sewing machine and bring your projects to life! Come along to discover the joy of sewing in a friendly and fully equipped environment. 

Have a Yarn

If you enjoy knitting or crocheting and chatting, then our yarn group is the place for you! We would love for you bring your knitting needles or crochet hooks to join our welcoming group of yarn enthusiasts.

World Environment Day: The Frog House

Let your creativity shine in our workshop, where you'll turn upcycled materials and local plants into eco-friendly frog hotels! Create one-of-a-kind urban sanctuaries that offer frogs a safe place to seek shelter and breed, contributing significantly to their survival.

Story Time at Home

Bring the joy of story time home with Story Box Library. Share the wonders of reading with amazing storytelling and beautiful picture books. Download the the Story Box Library app to watch your favourite stories from home or on the go.

LinkedIn Learning

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Transparent Language

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Ben's Book Club

Read or listen to Pheasants Nest by Louise Milligan in the Libby app. Join Ben Hobson and Louise to discuss her gripping debut suspense thriller. After humiliating the wrong guy, Kate Delaney finds herself bound in the back of a car, as her family and friends desperately try to find her. Register online now. 

Stay up-to-date with all the latest book news and best reads with Good Reading Magazine.

Best of the West

Youth Forum at PHIVE

Are you 12-24 years old and want to help shape Parramatta’s future? Join us on Tuesday 21 May from 5-7pm at PHIVE, Parramatta Square to make friends, enjoy free food and join the conversation on what matters most to young people. 

National Sorry Day

Free family fun!

Come along to Stories Under the Stars on Saturday 1 June, a free event with an outdoor cinema, glow-in-the-dark art, markets, live music and more. Listen, learn and participate in a beautiful evening by the River as we celebrate First Nations art, language and culture.