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What’s on in July!?
July 2026Welcome to the Muswellbrook Shire Libraries eNewsletter – the best way to stay up to date with all the news and events from the Muswellbrook and Denman Branches. Don’t forget to follow us on our Instagram or Facebook for ongoing news and events.This month features many fabulous activities at Muswellbrook and Denman Libraries, including an Author Talk with Paula Beavan, School Holiday Rock Painting, and our Library Open Day! Be sure to check out what’s on below and contact your local branch for more information.Our activities are inclusive. Please contact Muswellbrook or Denman library if you would like to discuss any supports for your family prior to attending. |
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Author Talk with Paula Beavan
Join Paula J Beavan in talking about her latest book: ‘Rebel Spirits’!
Muswellbrook Library
Wednesday, 15 July 2026
11:00am
Set against the rugged Australian bush of the 1860s, Rebel Spirits is a story of resilience, loyalty, and the cost of choosing love when survival is on the line.
Bookings are essential. Please contact Muswellbrook Library on 6543 1913 or click this link to reserve your spot today!
Library Open Day
Join us at our fun filled Library Open Day with Open Doors, Open Books, Open Minds!
Muswellbrook Library
Thursday, 30 July 2026
From 10:00am
To celebrate on the day, we will have an extra special Storytime and Craft featuring our book of the day ‘Don’t Give A Baby A Library Card’ by Erin Sandberg & Tom Booth!
All registered library members who have borrowed in the last two years can enter the draw for the chance to win a ‘We Live Here’ gift card. The winner will be announced at our Open Day!
Exhibitions
As Time Goes By…
Currently On Exhibit at the Muswellbrook Library.
The Muswellbrook Local & Family History Society presents this nostalgic collection of objects, from Kodak and Agfa box cameras to typewriters and a butter churner!
The majority of these items’ functions can now be done on a mobile phone… how time flies! Not the butter churner, though maybe there’s an app for that… Spark fond memories and explore these nostalgic wonders at Muswellbrook Library.
What’s on for Children
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ROCK PAINTING
Looking for a fun and creative school holiday activity? Join us at the library for Rock Painting!
DENMAN LIBRARY
Friday 10th July at 10am
MUSWELLBROOK LIBRARY
Thursday 16th July at 10am
Suitable for ages 5 – 12 years.
Bookings are essential. Please contact Muswellbrook or Denman Library to book your spot!
Please contact Muswellbrook or Denman Library if you would like to discuss any supports for your family prior to attending.
FILMMAKING WORKSHOPS WITH THE BLUE HEELER FILM FESTIVAL
Have an aspiring film maker in your household? The team at the Blue Heeler Film Festival will be hosting a series of FREE holiday workshops during the school holidays for students from years 2-12.
These workshops are free, however bookings are essential!
Discover your creative treasure these school holidays through hands-on filmmaking, animation and storytelling workshops presented as part of the Blue Heeler Film Festival 2026.
BABY RHYME TIME
Join us weekly at our rhyme time sessions filled with stories, movement and song.
MUSWELLBROOK LIBRARY’S SESSIONS
Baby Rhyme Time: Monday mornings from 10:00AM – 10:45AM
Suitable for ages 0-3 years.
DENMAN LIBRARY’S SESSIONS
Monday mornings from 9:30-10:30 AM
Suitable for ages 0-3 years.
Interested in attending a session but can’t make it to these times? We would love to hear from you! Contact us at Muswellbrook Library on 6543 1913.
CIRCLE TIME AT MUSWELLBROOK LIBRARY
Come along on Tuesday, 28 July from 10AM!
STORY TIME AND CRAFT
Share interactive stories and craft at Muswellbrook Library.
This month, Story Time and Craft sessions will be held on Thursday 2, 9, 23 July from 10:00AM – 11:00AM.
Suitable for ages 3 – 5 years.
Younger siblings are also welcome!
Please contact our Muswellbrook Branch if you would like to discuss any supports for your family prior to attending.
What’s on for Adults
LIBBY READS WITH BEN HOBSON
This month’s session will be held on Tuesday, 28th July, at 7:30PM AEST.
BOOK CLUB AT THE LIBRARY
Joining a book club can be a fun and interesting way to meet people as well as indulging your love of reading.
Check out our website for more information and sessions at your local branch.
Muswellbrook Library’s Book Club
LAUGH AND LEARN SOCIAL CLUB
Looking for a fun way to connect, share, and pick up new skills? Join our welcoming library group where community members take turns teaching and learning together.
From knitting and card games to cooking tips, crafts, music, or storytelling – there’s always something new to try (and a friendly face to share it with).
This month’s session will be on Wednesday 8th July from 11am at Muswellbrook Library!
UPPER HUNTER CASUAL CROCHET CREW AT MUSWELLBROOK LIBRARY
Come along and share your skills, ideas and crochet tips and tricks and in a social setting over a cuppa each fortnight at Muswellbrook Library.
UPPER HUNTER WRITERS COLLECTIVE MEETING
Join the Upper Hunter Writers Collective at the Muswellbrook Library each month for motivation, support and feedback from others who have a passion for writing.
Our Services
CHILDREN’S EARLY READING PROGRAMS
The Dolly Parton Imagination Library
Thanks to the generous support of our funding partner, AGL, eligible families can now access this program at no cost. This program delivers a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book each month to children from birth until their fifth birthday — helping to build early literacy skills and a lifelong love of reading. Children born on or after July 1, 2025, are eligible to register!
Read more and register online here.
Rising Readers: 1000 Books Before School
Reading helps build social and emotional skills, sparks creativity and imagination, promotes bonding, and helps kids do well overall in school. This reading program is open for children ages 0-5 years and aims to add reading to your daily routines!!
Log books and reading time into our free Beanstack app to track your progress.
Read more about our Beanstack app and register your child today!
HOME LIBRARY SERVICE
Did you know we run a free home library service to housebound members of the Muswellbrook and Denman Communities? We can pick for you, or you can use our online catalogue to make a selection of books, DVDs, CDs and Audio books that pique your interest. We also have audio readers available for members with low to no vision.
For full details or to register visit our website or contact Muswellbrook Library on 6543 1913.
CLICK AND COLLECT
Our FREE Click and Collect services are now available at Muswellbrook and Denman Branches to eligible library members. Reserve things you are interested in or let us make selections for you.
For full details or to register visit our website.
TECH HELP
These BYO device sessions are designed to help you get started on library digital collections, learn how to use your device and general tech assistance.
These sessions can be booked one-on-one for a maximum of half an hour.
Please contact Muswellbrook Library on 6543 1913 to register your interest.
Check out what’s on at our libraries during July!
Please note: During working hours—For all after hours enquiries, visit our contact page
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7 Ogilvie St,
Denman NSW 2328
Phone: (02) 6547 2208
Email: Send us an email
Hours
Monday — 9:30am - 1:00pm and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday — closed
Wednesday — 9:30am - 1:00pm and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Thursday - closed
Friday - 9:30am - 1:00pm and 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saturday - closed
Sunday - closed
126 Bridge Street,
Muswellbrook NSW
Phone: 02 6543 1913
Fax: 02 6543 1325
Email: Send us an email
Hours
Monday — 10:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday — 10:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday — 10:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday — 10:00am - 5:00pm
Friday— 10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday— 10:00am - 1:00pm
Sunday— closed