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City of Parramatta Libraries eNewsletter

Welcome to our first newsletter for 2025! 

 

This year, make the library your go-to destination for exciting and educational fun, where you can fully immerse yourself in a world of discovery and creativity. Whether you're interested in learning to code, exploring the wonders of virtual reality, or participating in engaging book clubs, the library has something for everyone. The library is more than just a place for books; it's a community gathering place where imagination and knowledge thrive!

 
Please note that all libraries will be closed on Monday, January 27, in observance of the Australia Day public holiday. Libraries will continue to operate during their regular business hours on Sunday, January 26.  However, you can still access the online library during the closure.
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Starting School Story Time 

Transitioning from home, daycare, or preschool to "big" school is a major change for the entire family. This story time will tackle the challenges associated with starting school while also fostering a sense of positivity.
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STEM Discovery Day 

Join us for an exciting day of exploration and learning at our STEM Discovery Day, where children and teens will dive into the world of robotics, coding, and engineering!
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Lunar New Year Experience

Experience an unforgettable opportunity to witness the artistry behind Chinese dough figurines. This drop-in session allows you to observe the artist in action and even take home your very own dough figurine!
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Celebrate Australia with Indigenous Velvet Art

Bring your little ones to celebrate Australia and enjoy some fun with painting and coloring using our child-friendly stampers. The colouring sheets, adorned with black velvet flocking designs, are created by Indigenous artist Kerry-Ann Taggart.
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Experience VR and LED Microscope 

Engage in mind-blowing adventures, captivating simulations, and enchanting narratives. You will take a plunge into the microscopic realm and unveil the hidden wonders and intriguing aspects of the natural world surrounding us. 
Busy Things educations games for children

Learn Through Play

Keep your child's love of learning going strong with Busy Things. They can explore and play over 300 games (for ages 3 to 11 years) to increase their confidence in English, maths, science, geography, history and much more.
World Book Kids activities

DIY Holiday Fun
Stay active and curious this summer with free children's DIY activities to do at home with World Book Kids. Whether they like crafting, cooking, or doing science projects, World Book has the perfect project to help your little wonders learn and grow. 
LinkedIn Learning courses for personal and professional development

New Year, New Me!

Ready to become a new person this year? Whether you want to start a new career, excel at university, or build important life skills, you will find the courses to achieve your best self in LinkedIn Learning. Explore over 16,000 online courses, for free, with your library membership.  
The power to change everything by Casey Elkins
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Women Rising by Megan Dalla-Camina
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You don't have to have a dream by Tim Minchin
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All signs point to you by Jordanna Levin
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Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg
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Why women prefer to wipe and men to vacuum by Sophie Patel
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Stay up-to-date with all the latest book news and best reads with Good Reading Magazine.
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Australia Day

Come to Parramatta this Australia Day long weekend to enjoy two spectacular hot air balloon events in one location. Plus free family activities, entertainment, a BBQ Zone and more. Free entry!
LinkedIn Learning courses for personal and professional development

Water Safety 

Participate in our water safety presentation with PAC this summer during the school holidays! You'll gain valuable insights and  experience to ensure the safety of your family and friends in aquatic settings. All attendees will receive children-sized swim rash guards.
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