Embroiderers’ Guild Exhibition – 6 to 30 November, Parkes Library
It has become a tradition that an Embroiders Guild NSW, Parkes Branch, exhibition is on display at Parkes Library during November. This year the exhibition is going to feature Parkes Branch founding member Margaret Lewis’ amazing range of embroidery works.
Kate Kelly: Sister Of An Outlaw Exhibition – 7 – 18 November, Coventry Room
Rebecca Wilson’s exhibition retells a visual story of events and folklore inspired by the life and times of Kate Kelly, re-interpreted by the artist to include a collection of portraits and event-based imagery based on photos and extensive research.
Rebecca Wilson artist talk on Thursday, 16th November, 6pm – 7pm
RSVP essential on 6861 2309 or parkes.library@parkes.nsw.gov.au New Online Collection – Talking Books
Parkes Shire Library is proud to launch a new online collection – eAudio, talking books. Talking books can be downloaded and listened to on your own device via the Parkes Shire Library eCollection website parkesshirelibrary.wheelers.co/. You can borrow three eAudio titles at a time, for up to four weeks. Parkes Library is inviting those interested in talking books to help select titles for the new collection. Please email your name and contact details to parkes.library@parkes.nsw.gov.au
Jane Austen High Tea – Wednesday 29 November at 3pm, or Thursday 30 November, 6pm.
This November the Parkes Book Club will be hosting a very special Jane Austen book club event. This year is the 200th Anniversary of Jane Austen’s death and yet she is still a much-loved author of the English language. The Parkes Book Club will take the form of an open mic event with everyone encouraged to share their favourite Jane Austen quote and explain what they like about it. There will also be a high tea and plenty of laughs as Elizabeth Bennett says, “I dearly love to laugh”. Book Club regulars, prospective new members and Jane Austen lovers are all welcome!