Upcomming events

Oral history workshop for beginners

Presented by Judith Jacobs, Oral History Association of Australia (WA Branch)
Joondalup Library 9:30am-4:00pm Saturday 2 April 2005
Bookings essential (closing date: 25 March 2005)
Judith Jacobs (please remove '.nospam' from address) ph 08 9400 4758
Cost $55.00 (incl. GST)

Free for those who wish to become volunteers in the Joondalup oral history programme.

The Joondalup library local studies facility is running an oral history workshop for anyone who is interested in a stimulating learning experience. The course is designed to suit the needs of researchers of family, community and social history and teachers and students at all levels of education.

The city of Joondalup is actively collecting the oral history of the community and volunteers are involved in many facets of this project. Attendance of the workshop is free for those community members who wish to become involved in the Joondalup oral history programme, while for all others there is a nominal charge of $55.00 (incl. GST). Bookings are essential as places are limited ph 08 9400 4758.

Public libraries: creating connections. 'Our community, our future'

2005 WA Local Government Librarian's Association Biennial Conference, Friday 4 March, Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.

WALGLA has developed an exciting full day professional development program, exploring how public libraries connect with their community.

Topics for the conference include, 24/7 self service public library in Singapore ; public libraries in Mauritius; Aboriginal storytelling in Kununurra; and the library as a 'safe place' in the community.

Speakers will include:

Yves Chan Kam Lon - National Library of Mauritius
Ngian Lek Choh - National Library Board of Singapore
Christine Mackenzie - Yarra Plenty Regional Library Service
Anne Devenish - Kununurra Community Library
Allan Trantor - Creating communities
Kathleen Swinbourne - University of Western Sydney
Peter Green - Curtin University
Caroline Barrett-Pugh - Edith Cowan University

Author Glyn Parry will also talk about his library connection.

Further details from Denise Barker ph 08 9477 7150.

Registrations to Roger Horgan at the South Perth Library by 11 February.

Fun in Freo

WA Library Technician Group social event 1:30pm to 4:00pm Sunday 13 February.

Please join us at the Fremantle Arts Centre, 1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle for a very enjoyable, informal get-together and catch up after the summer holiday break - from 2:00pm we will be entertained by Pink and White Bridge. 'Critically acclaimed blues act Pink and White Bridge have reformed to re-ignite their sweet musical magic and exalt audiences with stunning harmonies and songwriting skills. Often compared to classic American west coast acts such as Crosby Stills Nash and Young, James Taylor, or the Eagles this band will soothe you into a laidback Sunday afternoon.'

You can also enjoy the current art exhibitions and browse the craft shop. Good food available from the Cafe! Family and friends welcome.

For more information contact Judy Allan (please remove '.nospam' from address), convenor WALTG

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