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What’s on in March!?
March 2024Welcome 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 Muswellbrook and Denman Libraries have a range of activities for all ages, including celebrating Harmony Week, Seniors Festival and more! 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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Library Closures
Thursday March 6, 2025
Our Muswellbrook and Denman Branches will be closed on Thursday March 6, due to staff training.
Muswellbrook and Denman Libraries will reopen on Friday March 7th, from 10am.
Both branch’s returns chute will be available during this time for any returns.
Our digital library is available 24/7, for more information follow the link.
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Harmony Week
March 17 – March 23
Harmony Week celebrates inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians, regardless of cultural or linguistic background, united by a set of core Australian values.
To celebrate MultiConnect Muswellbrook will be hosting a range of activities at Muswellbrook Library on Monday, March 24th.
Multi-Cultural Story Time& Craft Activities
Preschool Story Time 10am
Primary School Story Time 11am
Group bookings are essential.
Speakers from 12pm
Val from Malaysia speaking on the difficulties of
moving to Australia in 1978.
Joyse speaking on her recent trip to Ecuador.
Concluding with a delicious lunch provided by Multiconnect
Exhibitions
HARMONY EXHIBIT
MULTICONNECT GROUP
Muswellbrook Library
Throughout March
During March the Muswellbrook MultiConnect group will be sharing a variety of items from their members at the Muswellbrook Library.
This exhibit will feature collected items from around the world highlighting the Harmony Week theme, ‘Everyone Belongs’.
What’s on for Children
STORY TIME AND BABY RHYME TIME
Join us weekly at our story time and rhyme sessions filled with stories, song and creativity.
MUSWELLBROOK LIBRARY’S SESSIONS
Baby Rhyme Time: Monday mornings at 10:00AM – 10:45AM
Story Time and Craft: Thursday mornings at 10:00AM – 11:00AM
DENMAN LIBRARY’S SESSIONS
Rhyme Time sessions will run weekly on Mondays from 10:00AM.
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.
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LEGO CLUB
Join in on Lego building challenges that will make you think outside the box and push your building skills to the limit. Bookings are essential.
MUSWELLBROOK LIBRARY’S SESSIONS
Muswellbrook Library’s Lego Club is held on the first and third Mondays of each month.
Monday, March 3 and 17 from 3:45PM to 4:45PM.
DENMAN LIBRARY’S SESSION
Denman Library’s Lego Club is held on the third Tuesday of each month.Tuesday, March 18 from 3:30PM to 4:30PM.
Contact your local branch for more information.
Suitable for ages 6 – 12 years.
Children under the age of 13 must be supervised by an adult at all times.
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CIRCLE TIME AT MUSWELLBROOK LIBRARY
Join us at Muswellbrook Library for an interactive Circle Time session, that will be filled with movement, music and craft! Suitable for ages 0-6 years.
Circle Time sessions will be fortnightly on Tuesdays. Sessions this month will be held on Tuesdays, March 11 and 25 from 10AM.
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CREATIVITY CLUB AT DENMAN LIBRARY
Come along to Denman Library for a social and interactive session where you will create and collaborate on arts and crafts projects.
Bookings are recommended for preparation of supplies.
Mondays March 3 and 17 at 3:20PM to 4:00PM
Suitable for ages 5-12 years. Siblings are welcome.
What’s on for Adults
ART & SIP AT THE LIBRARY
Relax and unwind this Seniors Festival at our Art & Sip event at the Library. Perfect for all skill levels, this interactive session led by Ashlee from, Creative Fusion Studio, will have you painting away while sipping delightful mocktails in great company!
Muswellbrook Library: Wednesday March 5th from 10:30am to 12:30pm
Denman Library: Tuesday March 11th from 10:30am to 12:30pm
Open to ages 55+. Bookings essential.
A light lunch will be included.
Please identify any dietary requirements upon booking.
Contact Muswellbrook Library on 6543-1913 or Denman Library on 6547-2208 to book.
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BEN’S BOOK CLUB
Join Ben Hobson in conversation with author Maryrose Cuskelly to discuss her newest novel, ‘The Campers’, an engrossing and provocative exploration of privilege, hypocrisy and justice.
This month’s session will be held on Tuesday March 25th, at 7:30PM AEDT
Click here for more information and to book.
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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.
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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.
Click here for more information.
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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.
Click here for more information.
Our Services
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.
Deliveries will be made on March 4th and 18th.
For full details or to register visit our website.
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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.
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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 March!
Please note: During working hours—For all after hours enquiries, visit our contact page
Latest News
Library Closures During April
Our branches will be closed for multiple public holidays during April.
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7 Ogilvie St,
Denman NSW 2328
Phone: (02) 6547 2208
Email: Send us an email
Hours
Monday — 10:00am - 1:00pm
2:00pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday — 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday — closed
Thursday - 10:30am - 2:00pm
Friday - 10:00am - 1:00pm
2:00pm - 4:30pm
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