OUR NEW ONLINE COLLECTION: BORROWBOX
Parkes Shire Library has consolidated our eBooks and eAudiobooks to a single portal, BorrowBox. Both Libby and Wheeler apps have been discontinued. You will need to download the BorrowBox app, find Parkes Library, enter your member number and password which is your birthdate (DDMMYYYY). If you need help, drop into the library or give us a call. https://parkes.borrowbox.com/
LIBRARY CHILDREN & YOUTH PROGRAMS
Join us for Storytime every Tuesday at 10:30am for 3-5 year old children and Rhyme Time every Wednesday @ 10:30am. Both are free but bookings are required. Parkes Shire Youth Voices consult on programs and activities for youth. The group is open to young people in the Parkes Shire aged 12-25 years. The next meeting is on Wednesday, 17th August @ 4pm at Parkes Library. A Zoom link will be available, contact the library for more information. Senior Student Space is available every Tuesday 3:30-5:30pm during school terms. Current Year 1 to 12 students are invited to use this space to study, meet and relax. Free afternoon tea, the library’s Nintendo Switch and collection of board games available.
MOVIE NIGHTS
Friday, 29th July @ 6pm & Saturday, 30th July @ 9:30am – a 2022 fantasy film starring fantastic wizards, witches and beasts (PG 13+). Bookings are essential, contact Parkes Library on 6861 2309.
MARRAMARRA MAKERSPACE STUDIO
The Makerspace programs will re-open on 1st August on Mondays and Wednesdays from 2-5:30pm with weekly demos on how to use the equipment. Lego Club will recommence on Tuesday, 2nd August from 4-5pm for 10-15 year olds. We have some exciting workshops coming up, so follow us on Facebook or join our mailing list makerspace@parkes.nsw.gov.au
